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In the misinformation age, truth depends on you

November 12, 2020

Opinion By GEORGIA BEARD When relatives visit for the weekend, we all struggle to sidestep controversy. It starts off purposefully civil – cousins bond over board games, parents brew tea for in-laws and the dining … Read more »

Categories OpinionTags conflict, conspiracy theories, fake news, lies, Misinformation, social media, truth

Mexican flavours mix with southern comfort

November 9, 2020

Bright colours, a great vibe and generous servings will have people coming back to El Camino Cantina for more, writes Shavonne Hansell.

Categories Opinion, Review

Let’s cancel the witch hunt

November 9, 2020

It is too easy to spread vitriol and shut people down on the internet, but Shavonne Hansell says individuals should think before acting as a mob.

Categories News, OpinionTags cancel culture, opinion, Shavonne Hansell, witchhunts

Comfort found in familiar, fast fare

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

After a big day of studying, shopping or running errands, this fast-food restaurant is a sure-fire pleaser, Pandella Maultby finds.

Categories Opinion, ReviewTags KFC, Pandella Maultby, restaurant review

The contract tug-o-war between two major codes

November 2, 2020November 2, 2020

There’s something sickening about what is currently happening to 16-year-old athlete Joseph Suaalii.

Categories Opinion, Sport

Violence online vs violence on TV

November 2, 2020November 2, 2020

Why are we so quick to boycott an app that depicts violence or ‘triggering’ themes, but then go and watch a violent movie or TV show without a second thought?

Categories OpinionTags children, news, screentime, violence

Nosy neighbours should call for help

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020

Neighbours need to return to being nosy to help those at risk, says Rebecca Mugridge

Categories OpinionTags domestic violence, DV, helplines, Neighbourhood Watch, news

Minimising risk key to protection for would-be sex assault victims

May 7, 2020

While sex assault is never the victim’s fault, there are some things women can do to minimise the risk of it occurring, Akira Kato writes.

Categories OpinionTags Court, domestic violence, DV, news, sexual assault

Constitutional change a step towards closing the gap

May 1, 2020

A change to the Constitution would advance efforts to Close The Gap, says Shavonne Hansell.

Categories OpinionTags closing the gap, Constitution, indigenous australians, indigenous education, indigenous health

Just add humans: the key to changing attitudes

April 29, 2020

The coronavirus has made the world realise it can change practices quickly when lives are in the balance. We should keep the momentum going, for the earth’s sake, writes Maddie Manwaring.

Categories OpinionTags coronavirus, Covid-19, environment, environmentalism, news
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