Another book: Islam and the Australian News Media

Islam and the Australian News Media (eds) Halim Rane, Jacqui Ewart, Mohamad Abdalla published through Melbourne University Press, 2010. Contributions from journalists and academics about reporting and researching Islam, Muslims and the news media. Out now. Order through Melbourne University Press.

The Canberra Times review of Haneef: A Question of Character

Latest news on 'Haneef: A Question of Character' - The Canberra Times ran a great review of the book, albeit from disaffected speech writer for former AFP boss Mick Keelty. More grist for the mill? Sales are up in ACT.

Indian Students in Australia

It's certainly been interesting watching the media coverage of the attacks on Indian students in Australia, and fascinating watching the Australian and Indian governments' responses to the violence. There have been claims and counter claims in the media about the cause of the more recent violent events. Yet again, I am reminded of the Haneef case - Australia's relationship with India is again back on the agenda for the federal government. As an academic it's also concerning that this issue could impact on the Australian higher education market, if it is not handled sensitively by our government.

Stephen Keim wants Haneef to come back

The Australian reports today (19/12/09) that Stephen Keim and Haneef's other lawyers continue to pursue the Australian government through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal - seeking the release of documents on the case. Keim was also recently awarded the Human Rights Commission human rights medal for 2009. Keim also told The Australian today that he remains hopeful that Dr Haneef will return to Australia in the future.

SBS Arabic program interview with me

http://www20.sbs.com.au/podcasting/index.php?action=feeddetails&feedid=14

SBS podcast of interview in Arabic

http://www20.sbs.com.au/podcasting/index.php?action=feeddetails&feedid=14

SBS Arabic program interview forthcoming

Tune into the SBS Arabic national radio program on Saturday November 7 for an interview with me, Emad Solimon and host Majida Aboud on my book Haneef: A Question of Character between 7am and 8am EST (daylight saving time Sydney).