New Matilda is independent journalism at its best. The site has been publishing intelligent coverage of Australian and international politics, media and culture since 2004. We believe that robust media is fundamental to a healthy democracy — and there's never been a more important time for independent media in Australia. With shrinking media diversity, and huge changes underway in delivery, there are fewer and fewer outlets publishing independent-minded journalism like ours.New Matilda publishes compelling commentary on current events as well as breaking news and investigative journalism. We bring you fresh ideas and new information. We don't duplicate the stories and perspectives available in other outlets.Since 2004 New Matilda has published the work of over 1,000 writers. They are journalists, current and former politicians, lawyers, academics, critical and creative thinkers, bloggers, policy-wonks and satirists. Unsolicited submissions are welcome.