Sydney’s dead centre exposed in new book
Taking advantage of Covid-19 lockdowns, cultural historian Warren Fahey took a look at how Sydney has dealt with the dead in his new book Dead and Buried, writes John Moyle.
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Shifting seasons: using Indigenous knowledge and western science to help address climate change impacts
With climate change being one of the biggest issues facing Australia, we should look to how Indigenous Australians can aid western science in combating it, writes Karin Gerhardt, Jon C. Day, Scott F. Heron and Larissa Hale.
Two worlds collide in STC’s City of Gold
Two worlds collide in the Sydney Theatre Company’s production of Meyne Wyatt’s City of Gold, which takes the audience on a journey of racial disparity and societal neglect.
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.
Rally says stop privatisation of public housing in Redfern
The NSW Government wants to sell a vacant site in Redfern that was previously 100 per cent public housing to property developers, reports Peter Boyle.
The 23rd Biennale of Sydney: rīvus – exploring water
Rīvus, the 23rd Biennale of Sydney, explores deep time, vibrant matter and dark psychological waters.
“May you always taste the sweetest fruit”: uncovering the history and hidden delights of your neighbourhood
Urban renewal, such as that occurring at Sydney’s Green Square, can bring downsides as well as benefits. A new guide helps people connect more deeply with their suburbs.
Aboriginal teenager dead: Jai Wright’s family calls for independent investigation
The family of a 16-year-old Aboriginal boy, who was killed in a collision with an unmarked police car in Sydney, has called for an independent investigation into how he died.
The improbable anarchist
The Sentinel meets the world’s most controversial and polarising gay activist, Peter Tatchell, ahead a screening of the Hating Peter Tatchell documentary at the Mardi Gras Film Festival.
#ChangeTheDate: what are the alternatives?
With Australia Day once again upon us – and with it, the debate about changing the date of our national day – the Sentinel explores some alternatives to 26 January.
“Businesses deserve two votes, not one”: the Liberal candidate for Sydney Lord Mayor
Editor-at-large Gary Nunn meets Shauna Jarrett, the conservative candidate who has thrown her hat in the ring to run the City of Sydney.
Calls for systemic change at rally for Gomeroi man Mark Mason
Relatives of Gomeroi man Mark Mason have marked 11 years since his killing by NSW Police, calling for justice for victims of police violence.
NSW prisoners are “sitting ducks” for Covid-19
Prisoner rights activists are demanding that authorities heed the health advice and protect people in prison.
A popular, hardworking premier; a steady hand through a crisis – but some progressive and trust credentials left wanting
In the wake of Gladys Berejiklian’s resignation, Gary Nunn examines the premier’s considerable, complicated and sometimes controversial legacy.
Learn and exercise on the Feminist Walking Tour
The Feminist Walking Tour on 7 November will be an opportunity to show support for and learn about women’s, LGBTQI+ and Aboriginal rights and struggles.