While the killer of Eurydice Dixon has been sentenced, lest we forget that the conditions that lead to her death remain exactly the same.
Violence against women, Australia says “meh”
Six months ago, I wrote about the senseless murder of Eurydice Dixon. We women have noticed what you get angry about—and it isn’t us.
Yes, we’re discussing #MeToo again, because we still don’t get it
Over the weekend, Henry Cavill became the latest notable that missed the point of #MeToo. So yes, we’re here again.
Saving Brooklyn Nine-Nine was much more than a pithy internet crusade
The internet claimed a rare victory in re-instating Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Why it might be derided as a petty matter, there’s a case to be made that it is anything but.
10,000+ people have signed this anti-Clem Ford petition – should I too?
A recent petition is being circulated to stop Clem Ford from talking at a Lifeline event due to her “kill all men” rhetoric. It wants me to sign. Should I?
Thanks for typing: A dissertation to the mansplainers
To the mansplainers among you, I address these words. They’re a bit forward, but I’m giving back only a fraction of what I’ve received. Thank you for not typing in response.
Dude where’s my cred? How Ashton Kutcher > Robert DeNiro
As the Hollywood aphorism goes, you’re only as good as your last thing. And since Ashton Kutcher has done the world some good, I believe we should remember him over Robert DeNiro.
Everyday sexism: A sign o’ the times
The instances of everyday sexism seem to have grown since the election of “you know who”, but his views have just magnified an existing issue.
Amy Schumer: Perhaps those who walked out were right
The Big Smoke may be in the minority with our love of Amy Schumer’s biting comedic stylings. After 200 people walked out on her this week, Jess Scully asks, were they wrong to?
Farewell, green prince: Pepe the latest victim of 2016
2016 has brutally claimed many a victim, none more so than Pepe the meme frog. Goodnight, my sweet prince.
An ode to the Olympic naysayers
The ceaseless criticism of our Olympic athletes is off the mark, and daresay it, rather un-Australian indeed. So, while you click your tongues, I’ll wave the flag.
Lopping off my hair for the homeless
The memory of a homeless man freezing in the morning cold goosed my decision to lose my locks for charity, so this Friday, I’m going the full Sinead.
Check your privilege, Jon Snow
With actor Kit Harrington speaking out against sexism (that is, sexism against himself), you forget the industry you work in, Jon Snow.
Will Hopoate: Does kneeling for the lord kick goals for everyone else?
Sport has always been treated as the one true religion in Australia, so how should punters react when a player decides to forgo Sunday footy for his faith?
Love notes: Glad you don’t make them like this anymore
How much do I love thee? Well, guys, better just show me, because art for love’s sake can be a terrible idea if it’s bad.
Popped Culture: GoT season six. All men must write, but I have questions
Game of Thrones’ Season Six is upon us, and goddamn it, I have some questions.
Popped Culture: 2016, the year the Logies finally grew up
Why the shade fest against Waleed Aly and Lee Lin Chin? Is it because the 2016 Logies might actually mean something? Is that the problem?
