TJ Hickey: 17 years now awaiting justice
Another year has passed since the horrific death of Aboriginal teenager TJ Hickey, with no sign of the NSW Government ordering a thorough investigation.
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Thousands attend ‘Invasion Day’ rally in The Domain
Several thousand people have gathered to oppose Australia Day at a largely trouble-free rally in The Domain.
Aboriginal culture where it should be: centre stage
Gary Nunn reviews the Bangarra Dance Theatre’s latest production, which puts 65,000 years of culture at the heart of the Sydney Festival.
Pauline Hanson’s webpage is now redirecting to the Refugee Council of Australia
The website of divisive anti-immigration MP, Senator Pauline Hanson, is diverting visitors to the Refugee Council of Australia website in a stunt created by an anonymous prankster.
Scott Marsh’s new mural survives censors
Satirical artist Scott Marsh has painted a wall mural of George Michael in Erskineville. It replaces a mural that was defaced by fundamentalist Christians in November 2017.
Newtown student ignites debate after singing national anthem in Eora language at international rugby match
A Newtown high school student of Aboriginal descent has sparked new debate over the national anthem after singing Advance Australia Fair at a Wallabies test match.
NAIDOC Week – Sydney events and exhibitions
NAIDOC Week is on until 15 November, featuring a range of Indigenous cultural and educational activities and exhibitions throughout Australia.
The Casula Powerhouse amps up
John Moyle gives us a sneak peak at the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre’s summer program.
Crown Sydney: icon or eyesore?
Not since Blues Point Tower opened in 1962 has a new skyscraper polarised Sydney as much as Crown Tower.
New play set at The Gap explores suicide, redemption
A live reading of new play Bridging The Gap will explore themes around suicide, writes Rita Bratovich.