Morrison is tied to the sports rorts scandal by 136 emails, catching him in another lie
Despite Scott Morrison claiming he had no direct connection with the “sports rorts” scandal, more than one hundred emails from his office say otherwise.
Moree: A place of ancient beauty and contemporary ugliness
Moree grabbed headlines in the 1960s when the town became a flash point for segregation, but its history is long, and no less divisive.
WhatsApp glitch leaves 470,000 private groups vulnerable
A glitch on WhatsApp purportedly indexes private groups on Google, allowing their details to be easily found on the internet.
Under-funded and under-resourced: Australia’s domestic violence loop
The enforcement of domestic violence in this country is stuck in a loop: ignore victims, offer sympathy, learn nothing.
The plague discovered in China, WHO believes disease is “re-emerging”
With another confirmed case of the plague in China, the World Health Organisation has classified the disease that killed 25 million people as “re-emerging”.
Research finds cashless welfare does more harm than good
According to the government, cashless welfare is supposed to help those in the program. However, those subject to it, have a completely different experience.
Vote to strip Bettina Arndt passes Senate with only One Nation opposing
The vote to revoke the Order of Australia given to Bettina Arndt has passed the Senate by a measure of 55-2.
“He will be cut off from humanity” journalist John Pilger speaks for Assange
Legendary Australian journalist John Pilger has described the “darkness” that awaits Julian Assange should we allow his extradition.
The reason why teens are editing themselves on social media
Their generation may have been raised in the crucible of social media, but the constant editing of their past illustrates their acceptance of the future.
Albanese’s climate policy is too little, too late
The facts are plain. Anthony Albanese’s vision for a zero-emission Australia by 2050 isn’t going to cut it.
I said Christmas Island was a workable quarantine plan – it kicked off a war on Twitter
Last week, I suggested that Scott Morrison’s plan to quarantine people on Christmas Island made sense. The internet backlash was severe.
Our government needs to do more to free Kylie Moore-Gilbert from persecution in Iran
Despite “baseless” charges, academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert has been sentenced to ten years in Iran’s notorious Evin prison. Our government has rejected the charges, but they need to do more.
This invasion day, we’re asking you to pay the rent
For Invasion Day 2020, our vision is simple. We’re asking you to reparate the First People of these lands. We’re asking you to pay the rent.
The fire-affected people of NSW don’t want ad hoc policy, they want to be listened to
I spent this week with the fire-affected communities of NSW. Above all, they were unsatisfied by the measures in place and the policy enacted to help them rebuild.
Blinded by the light (and maybe a tumour): My first appointment with the ophthalmologist
While I’ve had issues with my eyes as a kid, a sudden bout of double-vision had me visiting the Ophthalmologist. A globe-trotting, golf-playing, see-you-in-three-weeks-Ophthalmologist.
Under-funded and under-resourced: Australia’s domestic violence loop
The enforcement of domestic violence in this country is stuck in a loop: ignore victims, offer sympathy, learn nothing.
Research finds cashless welfare does more harm than good
According to the government, cashless welfare is supposed to help those in the program. However, those subject to it, have a completely different experience.
Harvey Weinstein found guilty, now faces charges in LA
Well, it’s official. A New York jury of seven men and five women have found Harvey Weinstein guilty. He now faces charges in Los Angeles.
Despite being found guilty of sexual assault, this cop remains on the force
Despite being found guilty of the offence (and the subject of an AVO), one NSW police officer still has a job and remains on full pay.
The ‘fall’ of Fireman Paul is a microcosm of how the nation handles politics
The to-and-fro regarding Fireman Paul is how our media mishandles identity and politics in miniature.
Moree: A place of ancient beauty and contemporary ugliness
Moree grabbed headlines in the 1960s when the town became a flash point for segregation, but its history is long, and no less divisive.
Me too: Weinstein is far from an outlier in Hollywood
We’ve been hearing the notable instances of sexual assault in Hollywood. However, I’d like to illustrate the choices those who ‘haven’t made it’ face, those who are told they must do it in order to have a career. They don’t.
‘The Great Australian Play’ takes a bite of our history and spits out something truly unique
A meta-analysis of our history and how we tell it, The Great Australian Play offers great wealth for its considerable toil, provided one can keep up.
As children, we swapped the country for the city – as an adult, we need the same thing
When I was a child, my school had a program that allowed us to swap the city for the country. As an adult, I feel we need the same program.
150 years ago, Japan dropped the “Fart Battle” scrolls
A century and a half ago, unnamed Japanese artists illustrated the fart wars that plagued the country. Or something.
The plague discovered in China, WHO believes disease is “re-emerging”
With another confirmed case of the plague in China, the World Health Organisation has classified the disease that killed 25 million people as “re-emerging”.
It’s already difficult for women to get an abortion, the religious discrimination bill will make it harder
Under the Morrison government’s Religious Discrimination Bill, it may be even harder for women to obtain an abortion.
An oral history of the problems men have with oral sex
My daughter’s generation may believe they’ve made great progress regarding sex, but the truth is that they’re fighting the same problems I did.
The invention of pizza was cooked up on a base of lies (and sauce)
Pizza might be a foodstuff that is delivered direct to your door, but how it got to this point is particularly complicated. And tasty!
Are Australian tourists really that bad?
I might be an Australian who has travelled to most of the world, but the worst sight to be seen may be my fellow citizens.
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Trading primary for high school will be tough, but I’m ready
While I’m less than a week away from leaving primary school forever, I believe I’m ready to take this overwhelming step.
TripAdvisor pulls support for venues featuring captive animals
TripAdvisor will no longer sell tickets to attractions such as Sea World on the Gold Coast, on the grounds of animal welfare.
Money matters: Should young Australians rely on their parents for financial education?
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Billie Cooper (13) discusses the money management skills her peers are lacking, and how the responsibility does not solely lie with their parents.
Reflections on my first LGBTQ+ pride month
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Giselle Atlas (13) discusses what LGBTQ+ pride month means to her and her community.
TBS Next Gen: The objectification of girls starts early, it needs to stop
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Giselle Atlas (13) discusses the unfair expectations that have been placed on girls since time immemorial.
WhatsApp glitch leaves 470,000 private groups vulnerable
A glitch on WhatsApp purportedly indexes private groups on Google, allowing their details to be easily found on the internet.
The reason why teens are editing themselves on social media
Their generation may have been raised in the crucible of social media, but the constant editing of their past illustrates their acceptance of the future.
Is it rude to wear AirPods when ordering something?
Recently a barista refused to serve a customer not because he was on the phone, but because he was wearing AirPods. With the etiquette surrounding the devil plugs unset, it’s our responsibility to be adults. Or not.
Japan thinks we should DIY our final resting place
Authored in Japan, the DIY coffin kit that has become a huge hit, promising to help families save costs and giving loved ones one last aborted weekend project to argue over.
The coronavirus can be cured with bleach…and other solutions according to clickbait
Fake news is spreading alongside the coronavirus, as nonsense cures are doing the rounds. Coughs and sneezes may spread diseases, but so does clickbait. Beware!
Current Affairs Wrap: Another US mass shooting, Adani’s mine is almost here, America weaponises “freedom gas”
Well, it’s been a week punctuated by gunshot, a local voyeur peeking at Jupiter and ‘freedom gas’, whatever that happens to be. Hello and welcome to this week’s
The coalition is back – But delivering on promises won’t be easy
The struggle for the coalition starts now, as the challenge to follow through with their promises will be difficult, as the minority clearly now rules. “It’s not a
Masculine traditions still rule in study of Australian men
In a recent study of Australian men aged 18 to 30, traditional masculine views still hold true in this country. Young men who conform to traditional definitions of
Great southern blend: Let our new citizens shape us, not we them
With the conditions on new citizens tougher, it begs us to ask not only who we are, but what we expect. In this culture of 'otherdom', again we're
There are two vacant properties for each homeless person in NSW
In NSW, more than enough vacant properties exist in which to house the homeless, but is the solution that easy? On October 18, Australian Greens Senator Lee Rhiannon posted
A wine cellar in a rental property? Why, yes you can
Ever thought about having a wine cellar or something vaguely resembling it? The fact that your name is not on the mortgage is immaterial. A wine cellar sounds
Morrison is tied to the sports rorts scandal by 136 emails, catching him in another lie
Despite Scott Morrison claiming he had no direct connection with the "sports rorts" scandal, more than one hundred emails from his office say otherwise. The Prime Minister has
Moree: A place of ancient beauty and contemporary ugliness
Moree grabbed headlines in the 1960s when the town became a flash point for segregation, but its history is long, and no less divisive. I’m so glad you’ve
WhatsApp glitch leaves 470,000 private groups vulnerable
A glitch on WhatsApp purportedly indexes private groups on Google, allowing their details to be easily found on the internet. A glitch in the Facebook-owned messaging application WhatsApp
Under-funded and under-resourced: Australia’s domestic violence loop
The enforcement of domestic violence in this country is stuck in a loop: ignore victims, offer sympathy, learn nothing. Earlier this week at a memorial for Hannah Clarke
The plague discovered in China, WHO believes disease is “re-emerging”
With another confirmed case of the plague in China, the World Health Organisation has classified the disease that killed 25 million people as "re-emerging". It seems disease, like
Research finds cashless welfare does more harm than good
According to the government, cashless welfare is supposed to help those in the program. However, those subject to it, have a completely different experience. The Australian government touts
Vote to strip Bettina Arndt passes Senate with only One Nation opposing
The vote to revoke the Order of Australia given to Bettina Arndt has passed the Senate by a measure of 55-2. The Coalition government has supported Labor’s motion
“He will be cut off from humanity” journalist John Pilger speaks for Assange
Legendary Australian journalist John Pilger has described the "darkness" that awaits Julian Assange should we allow his extradition. “When I first visited Julian in Belmarsh – not long
The reason why teens are editing themselves on social media
Their generation may have been raised in the crucible of social media, but the constant editing of their past illustrates their acceptance of the future. Teens who grow
Albanese’s climate policy is too little, too late
The facts are plain. Anthony Albanese's vision for a zero-emission Australia by 2050 isn't going to cut it. Opposition leader Anthony Albanese’s announcement on Friday that a Labor
It’s already difficult for women to get an abortion, the religious discrimination bill will make it harder
Under the Morrison government's Religious Discrimination Bill, it may be even harder for women to obtain an abortion. If the Religious Discrimination Bill passes into law, women may
Me too: Weinstein is far from an outlier in Hollywood
We've been hearing the notable instances of sexual assault in Hollywood. However, I'd like to illustrate the choices those who 'haven't made it' face, those who are told they must do it
Morrison is tied to the sports rorts scandal by 136 emails, catching him in another lie
Despite Scott Morrison claiming he had no direct connection with the “sports rorts” scandal, more than one hundred emails from his office say otherwise.
Moree: A place of ancient beauty and contemporary ugliness
Moree grabbed headlines in the 1960s when the town became a flash point for segregation, but its history is long, and no less divisive.
WhatsApp glitch leaves 470,000 private groups vulnerable
A glitch on WhatsApp purportedly indexes private groups on Google, allowing their details to be easily found on the internet.
Under-funded and under-resourced: Australia’s domestic violence loop
The enforcement of domestic violence in this country is stuck in a loop: ignore victims, offer sympathy, learn nothing.
I said Christmas Island was a workable quarantine plan – it kicked off a war on Twitter
Last week, I suggested that Scott Morrison’s plan to quarantine people on Christmas Island made sense. The internet backlash was severe.
Our government needs to do more to free Kylie Moore-Gilbert from persecution in Iran
Despite “baseless” charges, academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert has been sentenced to ten years in Iran’s notorious Evin prison. Our government has rejected the charges, but they need to do more.
Goldman Sachs’ quota and the random breath testing of equal opportunity
The gender quota announced by Goldman Sachs attempts to be progressive, but it merely illustrates the sexism inherent in the industry.
This invasion day, we’re asking you to pay the rent
For Invasion Day 2020, our vision is simple. We’re asking you to reparate the First People of these lands. We’re asking you to pay the rent.
I said Christmas Island was a workable quarantine plan – it kicked off a war on Twitter
Last week, I suggested that Scott Morrison’s plan to quarantine people on Christmas Island made sense. The internet backlash was severe.
Our government needs to do more to free Kylie Moore-Gilbert from persecution in Iran
Despite “baseless” charges, academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert has been sentenced to ten years in Iran’s notorious Evin prison. Our government has rejected the charges, but they need to do more.
Goldman Sachs’ quota and the random breath testing of equal opportunity
The gender quota announced by Goldman Sachs attempts to be progressive, but it merely illustrates the sexism inherent in the industry.
This invasion day, we’re asking you to pay the rent
For Invasion Day 2020, our vision is simple. We’re asking you to reparate the First People of these lands. We’re asking you to pay the rent.
Moree: A place of ancient beauty and contemporary ugliness
Moree grabbed headlines in the 1960s when the town became a flash point for segregation, but its history is long, and no less divisive.
Me too: Weinstein is far from an outlier in Hollywood
We’ve been hearing the notable instances of sexual assault in Hollywood. However, I’d like to illustrate the choices those who ‘haven’t made it’ face, those who are told they must do it in order to have a career. They don’t.
The white elephant’s burden: Babar’s trunk to tail walk with colonialism
As a child, I adored Babar’s fantastic march into Africa. But as an adult, I find that pioneering pachyderm is particularly problematic.
‘The Great Australian Play’ takes a bite of our history and spits out something truly unique
A meta-analysis of our history and how we tell it, The Great Australian Play offers great wealth for its considerable toil, provided one can keep up.
Trading primary for high school will be tough, but I’m ready
While I’m less than a week away from leaving primary school forever, I believe I’m ready to take this overwhelming step.
TripAdvisor pulls support for venues featuring captive animals
TripAdvisor will no longer sell tickets to attractions such as Sea World on the Gold Coast, on the grounds of animal welfare.
Darren Weir is just one horse trainer, animal cruelty is an industry problem
This week, Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir was charged with animal cruelty. I fear he is the just the tip of an industry-wide iceberg.
Money matters: Should young Australians rely on their parents for financial education?
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Billie Cooper (13) discusses the money management skills her peers are lacking, and how the responsibility does not solely lie with their parents.
