Rukshan Fernando
Co-Host of The Opposition Podcast
As an independent journalist based in Melbourne, Rukshan Fernando has gained recognition for his high-quality coverage of the city's frequent and often violent protests. Born to Sri Lankan migrants, Rukshan navigates through diverse perspectives, capturing unforgettable scenes on the streets of Melbourne armed with his camera. Rukshan is dedicated to providing a perspective he believes mainstream media often overlooks.
Rukshan Fernando has hosted 62 Episodes.
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KILLING SEASON: Backroom coups throw Victorian and NSW Liberals into chaos
November 25th, 2025 | 2 hrs 2 mins
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In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando break down the Liberal Party carnage unfolding across Victoria and New South Wales — The extraordinary implosion within the Liberal Party, where a rare glimpse of hope was brutally stamped out by factional powerbrokers.
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Epstein leak FALLOUT, Nazi OUT on bail, Setka ARRESTED & Liberals net zero BACKFLIP
November 25th, 2025 | 1 hr 59 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando unpack the latest media frenzy over the newly leaked Epstein emails. The mainstream press is using the latest drop to push the agenda that U.S. President Donald Trump spent “hours” with one of Epstein’s alleged victims, but Avi and Rukshan cut through the spin to give context, question the narrative and highlight how Trump has consistently denied involvement in Epstein’s crimes — despite the media’s relentless attempts to portray him as guilty by association.
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Pauline Hanson FIGHTS BACK, eSafety boss CALLED OUT and Meta WARNS Aussie teens
November 25th, 2025 | 2 hrs 26 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando break down One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson's Federal Court appeal against Greens deputy leader Mehreen Faruqi. Hanson is appealing a Federal Court ruling that she racially discriminated against Faruqi, over a tweet from September 2022 in which she told Faruqi to “pack your bags and piss off back to Pakistan.”
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Pauline Hanson's HISTORIC censure, Packer BLASTS Dictator Dan and Welcome to Country WORN OUT!
November 25th, 2025 | 2 hrs 19 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando dissect the leftist meltdown after One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson’s bold burqa stunt in the Senate this week. Copping a seven-day suspension after a censure motion led by government Senate leader Penny Wong, Hanson showed once again why she’s never afraid to call out hypocrisy and the reactions from the usual suspects — Mehreen Faruqi, Fatima Payman, and others have been nothing short of comical.
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Lest we forget the media LIES, Digital ID fears RISE & Neo-Nazi CRIES
November 18th, 2025 | 2 hrs 16 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando take you inside the untold story for the fight to reclaim the reputation of Australia’s elite soldiers. As the nation pauses for Remembrance Day, Avi breaks down his latest video and the powerful new documentary Bravery and Betrayal, which finally gives our veterans, and their families, the chance to speak for themselves.
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Avi's back to share what REALLY happened in Israel and unpack the big stories back home
November 18th, 2025 | 2 hrs 27 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando dive straight into Avi’s return from Israel and the truth behind Tommy Robinson’s historic visit to the Holy Land.
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Melbourne GRAFFITI attack, Nasser Mashni MELTDOWN and the Oct 7 anniversary
November 18th, 2025 | 3 hrs 4 mins
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In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando reflect on the second anniversary of the horrific October 7 terror attacks by Hamas in Israel ... a day that changed the world.
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PREDATORS in women’s prisons, Greta’s latest FAILED stunt and the Digital ID threat EXPOSED
October 7th, 2025 | 2 hrs 21 mins
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In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando are joined by Women’s Forum Australia CEO Rachel Wong to tackle one of the most shocking stories gripping the nation. A male-born child sex offender, now claiming to be transgender, has been allowed to stay inside a Victorian women’s prison. Rachel brings her expertise to break down the disturbing background of this case and what it means for women’s rights and safety in female-only spaces across Australia.
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Trumps PEACE plan, unpacking our Israel MISSION and Charlie Kirk's letter RELEASED
October 7th, 2025 | 2 hrs 31 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando unpack Donald Trump’s newly revealed 20-point Gaza/Israel peace proposal that fulfills Israel’s goals, while offering Palestinians a path to statehood, if Hamas frees the hostages, disarms and leaves power. Will they answer the call?
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Rebel ENFORCER joins show discussing Dan's DICTATOR gathering & Senate's Aussie flag BAN
September 8th, 2025 | 2 hrs 26 mins
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In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando welcome special guest Daniel Jones — the Rebel News security guard who stole the show with his fearless efforts keeping them safe at the March for Australia rally in Melbourne.
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Higgins HUMILIATED, Iran BUSTED, Killer HUNT and Avi in a TUTU?
September 3rd, 2025 | 2 hrs 43 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando break down the shocking revelations that Iran orchestrated at least two antisemitic attacks right here in Australia — including the targeted assault on Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue.
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Aussies TURN THEIR BACKS on Nazis: Unpacking the March for Australia FALLOUT
September 3rd, 2025 | 3 hrs 55 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando break down the fallout from the March for Australia rally in Melbourne — an event that drew massive crowds and even bigger online attention. Rebel News’ live coverage smashed records, with almost half a million people watching live and many more tuning in afterwards to catch replays and clips of the event.
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Mad Katter's EPIC journo takedown, Dictator Dan statue FURY and what is eKaren HIDING?
September 3rd, 2025 | 2 hrs 35 mins
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In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando unpack the fiery showdown between Bob Katter and a journalist that’s making headlines across Australia.
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Bibi BLASTS 'weak' Albo, ISIS threat and Left TARGETS anti-immigration rally
August 21st, 2025 | 2 hrs 13 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando break down the extraordinary diplomatic rift, with Netanyahu blasting Albanese as “weak” over Australia’s recognition of a Palestinian state. Netanyahu delivered a scathing assessment, warning that “when the worst terrorist organisation on Earth” praises the Australian Prime Minister, “you know something is wrong.”
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Lockdown Queen DUCKS Covid inquiry, Hamas HAILS Albo and Premier DEFENDS radical gender grooming
August 21st, 2025 | 3 hrs 2 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of The Opposition Podcast, Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando tear into Jacinda Ardern’s arrogant refusal to appear at New Zealand’s Covid-19 Royal Commission public hearings, despite once promising to help.
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Machete MADNESS, eKaren PROTECTION racket and FBI Down Under
August 14th, 2025 | 4 hrs 3 mins
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Julie Inman Grant’s censorship powers are under more scrutiny than ever.