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.
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.
Taking cancel culture to extremes?
The Sentinel speaks with theatre director Shari Sebbens about her funny yet scathing play, Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things that weren’t so bad about 2020
It’s been a tough year – but 2020 also had its positive aspects, Richie Black helpfully reminds us.
Trans rights rally proceeds despite Supreme Court ruling
A rally against One Nation NSW leader Mark Latham’s ‘Trans Erasure Bill’ has gone ahead in Sydney despite NSW Police attempts to stop it.
Jess Scully re-elected as Sydney Deputy Lord Mayor
City of Sydney Councillor Jess Scully has been re-elected Deputy Lord Mayor of Sydney.