Election 2022: a tale of political disenchantment
Sunny Grace describes how she has gone from political engagement to disenchantment and despair during one of the most dispiriting election campaigns in recent history.
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A tribute to all the mothers and ‘other mothers’
On Mother’s Day 2022, Sunny Grace pays tribute to mothers – and ‘other mothers’: the various women who help nurture, teach, care and encourage.
The Existential Expert on quitting Twitter because of Elon Musk
Our resident existential guru provides advice to a reader who’s thinking of quitting Twitter now that it’s owned by Elon Musk.
Why Kylie still matters
Ahead of the release of his new book, Kylie: Song by Song, Marc Andrews explains why Kylie Minogue – whose pop career has lasted an incredible 35 years and counting – is as relevant as ever.
Sydney Park: the Inner West’s mysterious, complex and beloved backyard
Richie Black reflects on the unique identity of the multifaceted Sydney Park – and its somewhat uncertain future.
Stock Aitken Waterman: it’s time to reassess the ’80s hit factory
It’s time to rethink the legacy of much-maligned hitmakers Stock Aitken Waterman, argues Matthew Denby, in a compelling re-evaluation of the 1980s pop trailblazers.
Are things really so bad? The Existential Expert is asked if we’re moaning too much about the state of the world
Are we moaning too much about the state of the world? The Existential Expert responds to a reader who suggests we are.
2022 Northern Rivers floods 2.0: enough is enough
Enough is enough, writes Sunny Grace, who says out federal government – still dragging the chain on climate change – needs to go. She filed this piece from the Northern Rivers as it experiences its second flood crisis in as many months.
Major parties must act for us on climate
Along with eight other Lismore flood survivors, Dee dumped a pile of destroyed possessions on Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s doorstep at Kirribilli House. Here, Dee explains why they did it.
Workplace sexual harassment laws must protect people of all sexes, genders and sexualities
The law must protect sex, gender or sexuality diverse people from harassment and abuse in the workplace – irrespective of perpetrators’ religious beliefs – otherwise they are a farce, writes Dr Tracie O’Keefe.
Warnie: mourning the death of a rock star
Richie Black looks back on a week in which we processed the shock passing of one of our most beloved yet controversial sporting figures.
A random act of kindness amidst the floods
A random act of kindness from a stranger during the flood crisis reminds Sunny Grace of the value of good Samaritans and the importance of paying it forward.
What’s in a day?
On International Women’s Day 2022, Sunny Grace reflects on its meaning and what she loves about womanhood.
Goodbye yellow brick road: the post-Mardi Gras blues
The post-Mardi Gras blues are real and they are being felt more than ever this year. Travis de Jonk reflects on why.
The Existential Expert on angst about war … and Sydney Trains
The Existential Expert provides advice to those feeling overwhelmed by traumatic times at home and overseas.