“I’m more in love than ever. And ready to run for State Parliament”: Christine Forster
EXCLUSIVE: Former City of Sydney Councillor Christine Forster opens up about her time on council, her brother Tony, her marriage – and her lofty political plans.
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Aurora Group prepares for Metamorphosis LGBTQI+ charity ball
After having to cancel two of their annual balls due to Covid-19, this year’s Aurora Ball is going ahead, with the theme being ‘Metamorphosis’.
Gary Nunn to relaunch acclaimed book The Psychic Tests live on stage
After launching his debut book “The Psychic Tests” via Zoom during lockdown last year, the Sentinel’s editor-at-large, Gary Nunn, is relaunching the acclaimed tome in real life at an exciting live event.
Diesel enlivens a soggy Sydney night with spirited greatest hits, blues show
Singer, songwriter and musician Diesel brought a mixture of greatest hits and new blues songs to the Factory Theatre on Friday night. The Sentinel’s music editor Danny Waterson went along.
RACGP calls for Facebook crackdown on anti-vaxxers
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has called on Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to crack down on anti-vaxxers targeting GPs with abuse and death threats.
How are sex on premises venues surviving the pandemic?
Sydney’s unique gay sex on premises venues have faced numerous threats over the years, including HIV/AIDS, gentrification and hook-up apps. Is Covid the last straw?
New Covid restrictions announced for NSW as Omicron outbreak explodes
New Covid-19 restrictions are being introduced in NSW to help deal with an explosion in Omicron cases, despite claims by Premier Dominic Perrottet that “the health system remains strong”.
The young and talented Mitchell Old
The 20-year-old founder of The Mitchell Old Company plans to stage his second show, Heathers: The Musical – and then conquer the theatre world.
Michael Shafar: armed and dangerously funny
Comedian Michael Shafar lost a testicle due to cancer but not his sense of humour – and while his Movember moustache might look like a gag prop, he’s serious about raising money for men’s health.
We need better healthcare services for suicidal intersex, trans and gender diverse people
Sex and Gender Education (SAGE) Australia has completed a three-year research project into suicide in sex and/or gender diverse (SGD) communities – and identified much-needed training and education for health professionals.
Hidden treasures everywhere in Story Week 2021
Technology and literature meet in Story Week 2021 – a unique, exciting program where the whole world is the venue.
Support for alcohol and drug users urged as festive season looms
As the festive season draws near, those who struggle with alcohol and drug addiction are being urged to seek help.
Politics by sliding into DMs: How Sydney’s Deputy Lord Mayor is engaging constituents via Instagram
The Sentinel meets Sydney Deputy Lord Mayor and impassioned Clover Moore Independent Team member, Jess Scully, to talk politics, Instagram, ‘YIMBYism’ and effecting change.
90 per cent: NSW hits Covid vaccination milestone
NSW has passed another Covid-19 vaccination milestone, becoming the first Australian state to achieve 90 double dose coverage for those aged 16 and over.
The Lyin’ Queen: a theme park gone wild!
Trevor Ashley is coming out swinging – from a vine – with his re-vamped Jurassic jungle musical, The Lyin’ Queen.