PJ's Notebook

The latest thoughts from SBS reporter Peta Jane Madam. Follow @PJMadam
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The black, white and grey of racism

23 January 2012 | 17:56

While we should never forget that racism exists in Australian society, we should also put our country's experience into its proper context.

It seems everyone has an opinion on racism.  Read more

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Protesters on the roof of Villawood earlier in the year. (AAP)

Trying time reporting from Villawood

04 October 2011 | 20:57

I went through all the right channels. I called the Immigration Department, put my request ‘in writing’, then followed up with another phone call (looking back, the ACT and NSW having a public holiday probably didn’t help!).

The Royal Wedding: A multicultural view

29 April 2011 | 6:00

The borough of Brent is one of London's most ethnically diverse areas.

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Peta-Jane Madam. (SBS)

The Royal Wedding: Waiting at Westminster

26 April 2011 | 9:11

It's a sunny day in London, and Westminster Abbey is about to go into its final lockdown ahead of the royal wedding.

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Jane Machan holds up a sign while waiting for Prince William at the Cardwel Community Hall on March 19, 2011. (Getty)

The Royal Wedding: Why do Aussies care?

23 April 2011 | 14:14

Everyone in Australia is a 'commoner'. Yet, here is the next generation of royals, soaking up considerable support from one of the former colonies. 

I was reporting in north Queensland last month, when an unforgettable image struck me.   Read more

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