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Forestry Corp of NSW Fined $360,000 Illegal Logging Yambulla
31 July 2024 - The Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) has been fined $360,000 for violating conditions set by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) aimed at aiding the recovery of the Yambulla State Forest near Eden, following the devastating Black...
Entertainment
Daniel Gassin Crossover Band at Duc des Lombards, Paris
When renowned jazz pianist Daniel Gassin graced the stage at the legendary Duc des Lombards in Paris, he delivered an unforgettable performance that captivated jazz enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. Known for his innovative approach to jazz, Gassin's performance at this...
Documentary, Street, Photojournalism
A War on Witnesses: Remembering Gaza’s Fallen Journalists
Remembering Gaza’s Fallen Journalists, Photographers & Media Workers They went to work with cameras, not weapons. Notepads, not shields. Press vests hastily duct-taped with the word "MEDIA" in bold capital letters — hoping that visibility might mean safety. In Gaza, it did...
Earth Care
Should You Buy at Farmer’s Markets or Supermarkets?
The choice between buying fruit and vegetables from farmers' markets or supermarkets depends on individual preferences, priorities, and values. While farmers' markets offer freshness, community support, and environmental benefits, supermarkets provide convenience, affordability, and a wider selection of products. Buying fruit and...
Fracking Gas
Meet the Frackers: QGC PL is part of BG Group
QGC Pty Limited (previously Queensland Gas Company) is part of the international BG Group which was created in 1996. BG Group acquired Queensland Gas Company in November 2008 and QGC was delisted from the Australian Stock Exchange in 2009. The company...
Australian Politics
Koalas, Logging & Bushfires in State Forests: NSW Election 2023
Native forestry in NSW is directly costing NSW residents $441 per hectare of forest that is destroyed. The hardwood that is harvested from public native forests is a huge waste of the resource considering that most of it goes to low...
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Vivian Maier’s Personal Photobook Library Shows Her Influences
Vivian Maier’s Private Library: A Collector’s Glimpse Into the Photographer’s Mind When the name Vivian Maier first surfaced in the early 2000s, the art world was stunned. How could a woman who had worked as a nanny in Chicago, living in quiet...
Climate Change
Wood Pellets Threat to Climate “No Silver Pellet” Leading Scientists Warn
“Wood pellets are no silver bullet for providing electricity and heat without causing climate change. Even if the EU and many national policies incentivise their use at large scale,” says Prof. Lars Walloe, EASAC’s Environment Programme Chair. Burning forest biomass for electricity...
Country Living
How to Build a Beneficial Bug Hotel for Your Backyard
How to Build a Beneficial Bug Hotel for Your Backyard Creating a beneficial bug hotel is a fun and rewarding way to support your garden’s ecosystem. By...
Australian Politics
Australian Environment news, October 2022 ° Safeguard Mechanism reform ° Environment Ministers Meeting
Safeguard Mechanism reform consultation ° NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MINISTERS MEETING Agreed Communiqué
Documentary, Street, Photojournalism
Susan Sontag vs. John Berger debate Storytelling
In the realm of literary and cultural criticism, few debates have been as riveting and insightful as the dialogue between Susan Sontag and John Berger on...
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FEATURE: Collecting Old & Vintage Photographs
The invention of photography in the 1830s opened up new vistas, a new way of seeing that has forever changed the way we view...
New Cultural Rights Legislation targets fake Indigenous art
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and businesses have been disadvantaged by the sale of inauthentic arts and crafts, which leads to cultural and...
Home Hydroponics System Setup Guide for Growing Perch
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Home Hydroponics System Setup Guide for Growing Perch, Barramundi, and Other High-Protein Fish Welcome to the world of home hydroponics! With this instructional manual, you'll...
Lawn Bowls at Auckland Commonwealth Games 1990
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The 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games lawn bowls competitions featured three main events: singles, pairs, and fours. Rob Parrella took home gold in the lawn...
The beginning of photography: heliographs and daguerreotypes
The earliest forms of photography, heliographs and daguerreotypes, produced many historically significant images in their early years. Our story on the beginning of photography...
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Collectibles
Jane Birkin: Inspiration for the world’s most valuable handbag
Jane Birkin's iconic Birkin handbag fetched a jaw-dropping €8.6 million (US$10.1 million) at Sotheby’s Paris on 10 July 2025. That price makes it the second most valuable fashion item ever sold at auction — topped...
Art Galleries & Museums
Australian Photographers On Show at Rencontres d’Arles 2025
Warakurna to the World: Australian Photographers Take Centre Stage at Rencontres d’Arles 2025 Photography Festival The global spotlight is squarely on Australian photography this year, as the renowned Rencontres d’Arles festival in France unveils its first-ever...
Art Theft & Fraud
Iconic Guitars Stolen from Music Legend Joe Camilleri’s Home
Nine Iconic Vintage Guitars Stolen from Music Legend Joe Camilleri’s Home The Australian music scene has been rocked by the theft of a priceless guitar collection belonging to Joe Camilleri, frontman of The Black Sorrows and...
Antiques
The market for 20th-Century Latin American Art
Antiques & Collectors Guide to the 20th Century Latin American Art Market The 20th century was a whirlwind of revolution, identity, and visual innovation across Latin America. Political upheaval, modernism, magical realism, and indigenous heritage collided...
Living & Culture
Best Places to Take Photos & Things To Do in Budapest
Budapest, the stunning capital of Hungary, is a city that effortlessly blends historic charm with modern vibrancy. From its grand architecture and picturesque riverbanks to its bustling markets and tranquil parks, Budapest offers a plethora...
Artist Profiles
What Can We Learn From Photographer, Susan Meiselas?
Susan Meiselas: Seeing with Empathy, Shooting with Fire A Tribute and Critique by a Former Student, Mark Anning Susan Meiselas isn’t just a Magnum Photos and Sony World Photography Awards legend. She’s a lightning bolt in a...
Global Affairs
Dalai Lama Affirms the Institution of Dalai Lama Will Continue
Statement Affirming the Continuation of the Institution of Dalai Lama For centuries, the Dalai Lama has embodied both spiritual leadership and the collective identity of the Tibetan people. As the 14th Dalai Lama enters the later...
Australian Politics
Gas Industry’s Manipulation of Traditional Owners Questioned
Senator Lidia Thorpe Calls for Urgent Investigation into Gas Industry’s Manipulation of Traditional Owners Canberra, 1 July 2025 — Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe has slammed gas industry tactics aimed at manipulating First Nations communities, following explosive...
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GI Joe Put Action into Action Figures When Hasbro introduced G.I. Joe action figures in 1964, the company was gambling on the possibility that boys would play with dolls as long as they weren't called dolls....
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Ten best Brandy Cocktail recipes
Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, our selection of classic and contemporary brandy cocktails offers something for every palate and occasion....
Beginners Guide to Keeping Chickens in Your Home Garden
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A Guide to Keeping Chickens in Your Home Garden Keeping chickens in your home garden can be a rewarding experience, providing fresh eggs, natural pest...
Can and should we bring animals back from Extinction?
Humanity is triggering extinctions at rates not seen since the Earth’s largest mass extinction event 66 million years ago. But what if we could reverse...
The oldest surviving Daguerreotype in Australia, 1845
The earliest surviving photograph known to have been taken in Australia is believed to be a daguerreotype portrait of Dr. William Bland, created by...
Grattan on Friday: Albanese government’s Middle East ‘stress test’
Albanese government struggles under the ‘stress test’ posed by Middle East war Crises “stress test” governments and countries. Memories remain vivid of COVID, which put immense...