Oceania Sociology

Social Inequality in Australia: Causes and Contemporary Issues

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Media, Technology and Digital Society in Australia: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Australia is often portrayed as a prosperous, egalitarian society offering equal opportunities to all its citizens. With a high Human Development Index, strong welfare institutions, and democratic governance, Australia appears to embody social fairness. However, sociological research reveals that beneath this image lies a persistent structure of social inequality. Inequality in Australia manifests across … Read more

Oceania Sociology: Culture, Identity, and Social Transformation

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Oceania Sociology: Culture, Identity, and Social Transformation

Introduction Oceania—covering Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and thousands of Pacific Island nations—represents one of the most culturally diverse and historically layered regions in the world. Its societies embody complex interactions between Indigenous traditions, colonial histories, environmental challenges, migration patterns, and global cultural flows. From the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia … Read more