University of Sydney ‘spying on students, staff’
Documents obtained through a GIPA request show the University of Sydney has engaged in surveillance of staff and students who were organising against course and staff cuts last year.
Marty Bright sprinkles the chai spice on his dazzling stand-up comedy
Sydney comedian Marty Bright has taken his unique style of stand-up comedy from remote bush stages to Los Angeles. Youth editor Corin Shearston pried into his mind.
Sydney’s Sons of the East might be the most famous band you’ve never heard of
Each week, John Moyle explores exceptional examples of Australian songs and music videos. This week: ‘You Might Think’ by Sons of the East – a Sydney band that’s bigger overseas than at home.
A ‘rockumentarian’ of live shenanigans: Shaye Fox’s DMWC Films
A self-made documentarian from the age of 20, Shaye Fox has been archiving live rock shows since 2019. He spoke with youth editor Corin Shearston about the making of his second film.
Kerryn Phelps pulls out of mayoral race against Clover
City of Sydney councillor Dr Kerryn Phelps has dropped out of the race to be Sydney’s next Lord Mayor.
Rick Morton: “Gay, working class, vulnerable: my very existence is political”
Award-winning journalist, author and Sydney Writers’ Festival drawcard Rick Morton speaks with the Sentinel about his year of living vulnerably.
Mardi Gras grant partnerships deliver $1.3 million to LGBTQI+ groups
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has provided almost $1.3 million in grants to support LGBTQI+ community groups, including $248,000 this year alone, the organisation has announced.
Vaccine rollout a barrel of porkies
John Moyle brings some much needed clarity to Australia’s bungled vaccine rollout and ScoMo’s serpentine promises
Byrne vows to remain Mayor despite “abuse of power” claims
Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is standing firm despite calls for him to step down over an alleged “abuse of power”.
Facebook to reverse ban on Australian news sites
Facebook will restore news content on the social media app for Australians “within days”, the tech giant and the federal government have confirmed.
ScoMo vs Zuck: clash of the incels
As our Prime Minister and another powerful world leader square off, we ask: which android will blink first?
Sydney gay mag in hot water after call for “buff” bodies at Mardi Gras
The Sydney Star Observer has been accused of body shaming and racism after a controversial social media post.
Sentinel among news outlets blocked by Facebook
Despite being a small, local publication and a newcomer to the media landscape, the Sydney Sentinel has not avoided the wrath of Facebook, which today blocked a raft of media outlets in protest at the federal government’s Media Bargaining law.
GLADD to be gadding about at Mardi Gras
The Sentinel undertakes a thorough examination of the Gay and Lesbian Association of Doctors and Dentists (GLADD) and speaks to founder Dr Bhushan Joshi ahead of the group’s Mardi Gras appearance.
Packer sent packing after inquiry reveals organised crime links
An 18-month long inquiry has found James Packer’s company, Crown Resorts, unfit to operate Sydney’s new casino.