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 34 Episodes.
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Shaking up the system: From local councils to federal politics
February 27th, 2025 | 1 hr 20 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of the Opposition Podcast, hosts Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando are joined by two outspoken guests tackling some of the biggest political shake-ups and grassroots issues.
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Unpacking Australia's TOUGH new 'hate crime' laws — The Opposition Podcast No. 34
February 13th, 2025 | 1 hr 1 min
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of the Opposition Podcast, hosts Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando are joined by Libertarian Party MP John Ruddick to discuss Australia’s tough new federal hate crime laws, which introduce mandatory jail sentences for hate speech, terror offences and Nazi salutes.
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Nathan Livingstone aka MilkBarTV — The Opposition Podcast No. 29
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 44 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan catch up with Nathan Livingstone, known online as MilkBarTV, a freelance filmmaker and video editor who gained recognition for his videos calling out Australia's authoritarian response to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Candid commentator Daisy Cousens — The Opposition Podcast No. 31
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 41 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of the Opposition Podcast, hosts Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando are joined by Australian political commentator Daisy Cousens for an unscripted and wide-ranging discussion on some of the most pressing political issues from around the world.
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Convict turned contender Jordan Dittloff — The Opposition Podcast No. 28
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 49 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi catches up with Libertarian Senate Candidate for Victoria Jordan Dittloff, to discuss his run for senate, the state of politics in Australia and what's happening in the wider world.
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What a wild start to 2025 — The Opposition Podcast No. 30
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 12 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan kick off the new year!
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Middle East ceasefire unpacked — The Opposition Podcast No. 32
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 17 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of the Opposition Podcast, hosts Avi Yemini, Rukshan Fernando are joined by Hebron community spokesman Yishai Fleisher who lives with the threat of Hamas, and Brian of London in Israel to discuss what will happen next following the announcement of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and terrorist group Hamas. They also discuss the news of the week from Australia and around the world.
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Dan Andrews’ ‘Bike Boy’ scandal EXPOSED — The Opposition Podcast No. 33
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 11 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
In this episode of the Opposition Podcast, hosts Avi Yemini and Rukshan Fernando are joined by Colin Robertson, spokesperson for the Meuleman family, to delve into the intricate details of the 'Bike Boy' scandal — a case that has resurfaced in the public eye after more than a decade. encident dates back to January 7, 2013, when then-Victorian Opposition Leader Dan Andrews and his wife, Catherine, were involved in a collision with 15-year-old cyclist Ryan Meuleman in Blairgowrie. The Andrews' family SUV struck Ryan, resulting in severe injuries that included the loss of his spleen and significant rib and lung damage.
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Christian Nationalist Andrew Sedra — The Opposition Podcast No. 27
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 24 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan catch up with Christian pastor Andrew Sedra, to discuss what's happening in the world of politics in Australia and around the world.
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Women's rights champion Katherine Deves — The Opposition Podcast No. 26
December 3rd, 2024 | 2 hrs 12 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan catch up with women's rights campaigner Katherine Deves, to discuss what's happening in the world of politics in Australia and around the world.
Topics on tonight's show include the fiery Australian Senate exchange involving Lidia Thorpe, Fatima Payman, and Pauline Hanson, sparking intense debate. They'll tackle the ABC chairman's critique of podcast giant Joe Rogan and the broadcaster's controversial call for increased funding.
Also on the agenda: the government's contentious under-16 social media ban, dubbed a "trojan horse" by critics, and the fallout over neo-Nazi attendance at a Liberal-hosted rally. Wrapping up, they'll touch on key developments in U.S. politics, offering their unique perspectives.
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The REAL Pauline Hanson episode — The Opposition Podcast No. 25
November 21st, 2024 | 1 hr 48 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan catch up with One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson.
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NOT the Pauline Hanson episode — The Opposition Podcast No. 24
November 13th, 2024 | 1 hr 57 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan were due to catch up with One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson but mother nature had other ideas
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Crossing the streams — The Opposition Podcast No. 23
October 3rd, 2024 | 2 hrs 13 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
Avi and Rukshan catch up with Drew Pavlou to discuss everything from the conflict in the Middle East to protests and the escalating anti-Israel protests on Australian streets where terrorist Hezbollah flags have been flown.
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Kill the misinfo bill! — The Opposition Podcast No. 22
September 26th, 2024 | 1 hr 43 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
On The Opposition podcast, episode 22 hosted by Rebel News Australia's Avi Yemini and independent journalist Rukshan Fernando.
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Ending wokeness — The Opposition Podcast No. 20
September 26th, 2024 | 1 hr 1 min
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
On The Opposition podcast, episode 20 hosted by Rebel News Australia's Avi Yemini and independent journalist Rukshan Fernando.
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All eyes on America — The Opposition Podcast No. 21
September 26th, 2024 | 1 hr 58 mins
australia, avi yemini, conservative, culture, lockdown, melbourne, news, pandemic, politics, pop culture, rebel, rukshan fernando, victoria
On The Opposition podcast, episode 21 hosted by Rebel News Australia's Avi Yemini and independent journalist Rukshan Fernando.