Kristen Amiet

Apr 16, 2024 | theaustralian.com.au | Kristen Amiet |Claire Harvey |Dennis Shanahan

A battle over Australia’s borders is raging in the High Court – and at its centre is a man by the pseudonym of ASF 17. He is 37 years old, and was born in a small Iranian city called Ilam, in the foothills of the Kabir Kuh mountain range. In 2013 he came to Australia by boat, just as a wave of maritime arrivals was causing political mayhem.

Nov 4, 2023 | smh.com.au | Kristen Amiet

The Northern Territory is home to one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world. But what if we told you one of its most unique beaches is nowhere near the ocean? Ormiston Gorge is just over an hour's drive from Alice Springs, in Tjorita/West MacDonnell National Park. It's defined by soaring red stone walls and a crystal-clear watering hole - perfect for escaping the warm desert heat. This peaceful oasis even has a white sand beach and big, shady gumtrees provide protection from the sun.

Oct 30, 2023 | theaustralian.com.au | Claire Harvey |Kristen Amiet |Yoni Bashan

War in the Middle East began not with a bang, but with doubt, confusion and grief. In this explainer from our podcast The Front, we unpack what this war is going to look like – and what it means for ordinary people and leaders on both sides. “Attention, citizens of Gaza.

Oct 9, 2023 | theaustralian.com.au | Claire Harvey |Kristen Amiet |Cameron Stewart |Alexi Demetriadi

Once or twice in every generation, there is a moment destined to change everything. It was the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand that triggered World War I. The 1941 Japanese bombing raid on a Hawaiian port that brought America into World War II.

Sep 27, 2023 | theaustralian.com.au | Kristen Amiet

It was a day of frantic factional talks and hushed conversations in hallways. Less than 24 hours earlier, the resignation of Victoria’s long-serving Premier Dan Andrews, sent shockwaves through the nation’s political landscape. Transport Infrastructure Minister and then-Deputy Premier Jacinta Allan emerged as the early favourite to replace him.