Editor Paul Bugeja can think of a few “F” words besides “fair” and “future” he would use about Budget2015, but he’s too nice a feller to do so…
Is Di Natale leaving Bandt “Greens” with envy?
As Victorian Senator Richard di Natale is elected unopposed as the new leader of the Greens, Editor Paul Bugeja wonders why Adam Bandt and Sarah Hanson Young were overlooked.
Lest We Forget: An Anzac Day tribute
Editor PB introduces a poem by Kerry White as our Anzac Day tribute to those who gave their all for kin and country – Lest We Forget.
Spanish Film Festival to end on a “Wild” note
With the the 2015 Spanish Film Festival about to kick off, Editor PB sipped a tumbler or two of red and nibbled tasty tapas before enjoying a screening of the closing night film Wild Tales.
Hillary Clinton: US 2016 Election pitch to “everyday” all-embracing family
It’s the big news of the day, at least if you’re a political geek like PB – Hilary Clinton has announced her tilt at becoming the first female President of the US, and it’s all about “family”.
MICF: Ruby Wax – ing lyrically on the brain
Ruby Wax has a message that will get you thinking…or rather being “mindful”… in her Melbourne International Comedy Festival show “Sane New World”…
Good Friday reflection: Al Shabaab attack in Kenya offers perspective on our #FWP
Following the despicable slaying of nearly 150 Kenyans overnight by Al Shabaab militants, Editor PB reflects on the things that matter…or at least that he feels should.
Chan and Sukumaran: The choice to offer life or death
While The Big Smoke has at its heart impartiality around issues of the day, the topic of Chan and Sukumaran warrants commentary, so TBS Editor PB weighs in on this life or death issue.
BREAKING: The #Libspill we had to have…or will…eventually
As the results of today’s #Libspill emerge, and PM Tony Abbott lives to box on another day, Editor Paul Bugeja wonders how many more days the PM has left before he might find himself exiting stage “right”.
TBS – Being good sports…about sport…
A word from Editor Paul Bugeja about sport, The Big Smoke and some regular columns you will start seeing on TBS in 2015 and beyond.
Five quick & easy ways to lose an unlosable Queensland election
PB’s got your handy guide to losing the (allegedly) unloseable Queensland Election…you #justaddCampbell (and a pinch, perhaps, of a certain someone who will remain nameless.)
Australian of the Year: Rosie Batty
Rosie Batty is a shining example of what is good about Australians, and a worthy winner of Australian of the Year. TBS congratulates her and all she stands for…
“Mr Wink”, our PM, is at it again #winkgate
PM Tony Abbott has been at it again with a quick wink captured during criticism of him in a radio interview today…once bitten, not twice shy – in fact the simple wink is far from shy…
State of the Union: “Big block of cheese day” is back in “The West Wing”
Following US President Barack Obama “State of the Union” address, Editor Paul Bugeja is more interested in “Big Block of Cheese Day” – yes, it’s a real thing…like seriously…or not so…
Nicole Kidman floors Jimmy Fallon over “date”
First dates, we’ve all had them, but have you had one and not known you were on it? Nicole Kidman throws Jimmy Fallon with the revelation they did…kinda sorta…
Charlie Hebdo: Free speech will not be silenced
Editor Paul Bugeja writes in support of media colleagues at Charlie Hebdo in France who have perished at the hands of desperate and despicable extremist criminals.
Current Affairs Wrap: Aviation industry – where to from here?
In the absence of our regular Current Affairs columnist Michael Burrill, Editor PB wonders how the aviation industry will recover from its very own annus horribilis?
Sydney siege: Deadly ending marks a dark day in our history
Despite the brave efforts of law enforcement and the authorities, the Sydney siege has ended in the worst way possible, and today, Tuesday 16 December 2014, is a day we should stop and offer our respects to those most affected by it.
Julie Bishop’s political climate change over, well, climate change
With FA Minister Julie Bishop calling for “really, like heaps more” direct action over climate change, TBS Editor Paul Bugeja wonders what the hell is going on?
LateNite Films wins Parrot MiniDrone Film Festival
In a TBS exclusive, Editor PB chats with Melbourne-based film-maker Nick Colla, from LateNite Films, after their win in the Parrot MiniDrone Film Festival.
Top Five things to LOVE about Hawaii #RTW80days
In his final Top Five, this time on Hawaii, TBS Editor PB may be back in Sydney (and happy to be here…mostly…), but he left his heart in “The Aloha State”.
Victorian State Election 2014 proves Dan’s the man
The morning after the Victorian State Election, Daniel Andrews is no doubt already picking out his favourite pens to take with him to his new office in Spring St, but what, if anything, does his historical win mean for Tony & Co…?