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Australia could learn a lot about elections from Timor-Leste
An elderly woman emerged from the schoolroom wiping away tears. Loved ones died fighting for her right to vote. She honours them by doing so, despite the painful memories.
- by Jon Faine
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Diplomat steered Australia’s relationship with Asia at difficult time
Woolcott’s wise and steady advice to the Australian government to preserve its relationship with Indonesia proved to be the correct one.
- by Malcolm Brown
Wife of ‘Balibo Five’ journalist campaigned for the truth
In terrier-like fashion, Shirley Shackleton never gave up trying to uncover what happened on October 16, 1975, in a small town in East Timor.
- by Malcolm Brown
‘Long overdue’: Ramos-Horta calls on Australia to release Balibo files
The East Timor president urged Australia to act as he paid tribute to Shirley Shackleton, the widow of one of the journalists killed by Indonesian forces.
- by Chris Barrett
Ex-soldier still fighting for a better Australia
“The biggest lie at the moment is that we are doing ‘freedom of navigation operations’ in the South China Sea ... We’re not Dora the Explorer or Matthew Flinders.”
- by Maher Mughrabi
Dili, East Timor travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights
Dili is a short distance from Australia but feels like world away.
- by John Borthwick
Airline review: QantasLink Embraer E190-100, economy class, Darwin To Dili
It is the national carrier's first international route using Embraer E190 aircraft and also its shortest international route.
- by John Borthwick
Travel tips and advice for Timor-Leste: An adventure tour through our spectacular neighbour
This is one of the most picturesque stretches of coast I've seen, dotted with coconut palms, papaya trees and cactus.
- by Nina Karnikowski
Travel guide and things to do in Dili, East Timor: The three-minute guide
Stay for a few days and you'll discover lovely beaches, invigorating hikes, tasty restaurants and vibrant markets.
- by Nina Karnikowski
East Timor: Hiking Mount Manucoco on Atauro Island with Sharing Bali and Beyond
A wellness adventure in Timor-Leste opens the mind and strengthens the body.
- by Nina Karnikowski
Timor-Leste travel guide: A perfect destination for a digital detox
Here, visitors are reminded that time is indeed one of the great luxuries.
- by Nina Karnikowski
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