Changing the date changes nothing – I suggest we opt for celebration
While I certainly don’t see invasion as worthy of celebrating, I celebrate on this date with thousands of others for a quite different reason.
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 Gentleman’ shows that Guy Ritchie can still Guy Ritchie
While Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Gentleman’ is little more than a moving plinth to himself, it also possesses a warm grip of comfort that familiarity enables.
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.
We’ve had an anti-corruption body since 2006, so where the bloody hell are they?
The Australian public wants an independent department to investigate political corruption. Turns out, we’ve had one since 2006. So, what’s the hold-up?
We need to take ‘woke’ back from the judgemental
While the term ‘woke’ is heavily ingrained in the zeitgeist, I believe we’re getting the definition wrong.
How worried should we be about the Wuhan coronavirus?
The headlines don’t make for good reading, but expert analysis of the new coronavirus should put some fears to rest.
If you fake being nice at work, your career will go nowhere: Study
Why faking ‘being nice’ can actually put us at a disadvantage, and researchers say long term can undermine your efforts to improve your health and relationships.
Peter Dutton received a $200,000 sports grant five months before the election
Peter Dutton could be the next name embroiled in the sports grant scandal, as his electorate received $200,000 six months before an election he won by the barest of margins.
“This is for you” Annabella Sciorra testifies that Harvey Weinstein raped her
In visceral detail, Annabella Sciorra has recounted her treatment at the hands of Harvey Weinstein. His lawyers, however, believe the relationship to be consensual.
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.
As America goes to the polls, I’m reminded of the bloody elections of 1968
1968’s infamous Chicago riot saw democracy pushed forward with a police baton…it was also my visceral introduction to American politics.
Wrapping paper ideas that will melt your little snowflake
Well, Christmas is here and the only thing left to do is cover our gifts in paper. However, these enlightened dark times require extra thought in that regard.
The wrapping of gifts is an art form, one destined for the bin
As a man of standard, I believe the wrapping of gifts to be an impermanent art form. One that is being defunded by the lazy hands of today.
We’ve had an anti-corruption body since 2006, so where the bloody hell are they?
The Australian public wants an independent department to investigate political corruption. Turns out, we’ve had one since 2006. So, what’s the hold-up?
How worried should we be about the Wuhan coronavirus?
The headlines don’t make for good reading, but expert analysis of the new coronavirus should put some fears to rest.
“Summer of glove” campaign calls for the end of Berejiklian-era strip-searches
Opponents of the Berejiklian government strip-search policy have taken their criticism to the streets, calling for an end to the maligned program.
If America implements a universal basic income, the working class will be short-changed
A universal basic income may seem like a win for the common man, however, it’s worth noting that billionaires in support of the plan are interested in their ends, not ours.
We’re desperate for climate action, but both sides of government are stonewalling us
Despite the obvious outrage on Canberra’s climate inaction, both Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese have wilfully offered us nothing.
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.
We need to take ‘woke’ back from the judgemental
While the term ‘woke’ is heavily ingrained in the zeitgeist, I believe we’re getting the definition wrong.
Thoughts on facing the quarter life crisis
Deride me if you must, but the search for purpose and fearing your mortality is not unique to the mid-life crisis. So, yeah, we’re taking your existential angst too. Don’t hate.
Depressed cow “thrilled” to be reunited with stolen therapy goat
Over in New Zealand, a depressed cow was reunited with his pal Peaches, a therapy goat that was stolen right out of their paddock.
Dubbo: A regional hub of bushrangers, notable criminals and the gallows
Last week, we delved into the sordid history of Braidwood. Next up, we analyse Dubbo, a city born and raised on the acrid taste of gunpowder.
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’m not having children due to climate change, stop telling me that I’m stupid
Due to the realities of the situation, I’ve decided to forgo having children. However, many seem to have a problem with those who have arrived at a similar conclusion.
There’s a link between poor gut health and depression
A group of Belgian researchers endeavoured to answer a simple question – does bad food enable depression, or is it the other way around?
Four lessons on empathy I learned from four complete strangers
Often we’re far too busy with our own problems to hear out those of strangers. Recently, I crossed this void and became a tourist in other people’s problems.
Mindfulness and the path less dawdled
While we might overthink the concept of mindfulness, the path to achieving it may be not be too different to the one we walk every day.
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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.
If you fake being nice at work, your career will go nowhere: Study
Why faking ‘being nice’ can actually put us at a disadvantage, and researchers say long term can undermine your efforts to improve your health and relationships.
This double demerit weekend, familiarise yourself with some road laws that make no sense
With the long weekend of double demerits one sleep away, we look into the stranger driving laws, those that operate outside of logic and/or sense.
The great Australian dream of owning a backyard is dead, but it can be resurrected
While the Australian dream is no longer a house with a big backyard, an endeavouring few have a plan to bring it back. All that’s needed is a couple of bold voices in parliament.
Worker goes viral after using photoshop to explain why she was late
While the employee (poorly) using photoshop to explain why she was late for work seems egregious, I’m afraid it’s the tip of a very unbelievable iceberg.
Weirdly, music moves vastly differently people in the same way
A global study has discovered why certain pieces of music garnered the same response from people from vastly different cultures.
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
Changing the date changes nothing – I suggest we opt for celebration
While I certainly don’t see invasion as worthy of celebrating, I celebrate on this date with thousands of others for a quite different reason. Today is a day
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. Today, the
‘The Gentleman’ shows that Guy Ritchie can still Guy Ritchie
While Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentleman' is little more than a moving plinth to himself, it also possesses a warm grip of comfort that familiarity enables. British filmmaker Guy
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.
We’ve had an anti-corruption body since 2006, so where the bloody hell are they?
The Australian public wants an independent department to investigate political corruption. Turns out, we've had one since 2006. So, what's the hold-up? While the Australian public has been
We need to take ‘woke’ back from the judgemental
While the term 'woke' is heavily ingrained in the zeitgeist, I believe we're getting the definition wrong. In the late 1970s, when I was in my late teens,
How worried should we be about the Wuhan coronavirus?
The headlines don't make for good reading, but expert analysis of the new coronavirus should put some fears to rest. We first heard about cases of pneumonia caused
If you fake being nice at work, your career will go nowhere: Study
Why faking ‘being nice’ can actually put us at a disadvantage, and researchers say long term can undermine your efforts to improve your health and relationships. Faking a
Peter Dutton received a $200,000 sports grant five months before the election
Peter Dutton could be the next name embroiled in the sports grant scandal, as his electorate received $200,000 six months before an election he won by the barest of margins.
“This is for you” Annabella Sciorra testifies that Harvey Weinstein raped her
In visceral detail, Annabella Sciorra has recounted her treatment at the hands of Harvey Weinstein. His lawyers, however, believe the relationship to be consensual. Trigger Warning: The following piece
The simple life: The fallacy of our national stereotype
A recent trip to the middle of Australia made me realise something about our national stereotype. While we are entranced by the idea of the simple life, who in their
Since 2012, Australia has become “significantly” more corrupt
According to a global measure of political corruption, Australia has improved, but the same index has flagged us as one of 21 nations with serious issues on that front.
Changing the date changes nothing – I suggest we opt for celebration
While I certainly don’t see invasion as worthy of celebrating, I celebrate on this date with thousands of others for a quite different reason.
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 Gentleman’ shows that Guy Ritchie can still Guy Ritchie
While Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Gentleman’ is little more than a moving plinth to himself, it also possesses a warm grip of comfort that familiarity enables.
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.
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.
As America goes to the polls, I’m reminded of the bloody elections of 1968
1968’s infamous Chicago riot saw democracy pushed forward with a police baton…it was also my visceral introduction to American politics.
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.
As America goes to the polls, I’m reminded of the bloody elections of 1968
1968’s infamous Chicago riot saw democracy pushed forward with a police baton…it was also my visceral introduction to American politics.
‘The Gentleman’ shows that Guy Ritchie can still Guy Ritchie
While Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Gentleman’ is little more than a moving plinth to himself, it also possesses a warm grip of comfort that familiarity enables.
We need to take ‘woke’ back from the judgemental
While the term ‘woke’ is heavily ingrained in the zeitgeist, I believe we’re getting the definition wrong.
“This is for you” Annabella Sciorra testifies that Harvey Weinstein raped her
In visceral detail, Annabella Sciorra has recounted her treatment at the hands of Harvey Weinstein. His lawyers, however, believe the relationship to be consensual.
Thoughts on facing the quarter life crisis
Deride me if you must, but the search for purpose and fearing your mortality is not unique to the mid-life crisis. So, yeah, we’re taking your existential angst too. Don’t hate.
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.
