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António Félix da Costa wins the first ABB FIA Formula E World Championship race in South Africa
António Félix da Costa wins the first ABB FIA Formula E World Championship race in South Africa with an audacious overtake move - twice Jean-Éric Vergne takes second with Nick Cassidy in third on a track delivering the fastest lap in Formula...
Collectibles
What are the world’s largest and famous gold nuggets?
The largest gold nuggets ever discovered are remarkable not only for their size but also for their rarity and value. Gold nuggets are highly sought after by collectors and can hold significant value beyond their weight in gold due to their...
Foodies & Vine
What is the Difference between Mulled Wine vs. Glühwein
While both mulled wine and Glühwein are warm, spiced beverages enjoyed during the colder months, they have subtle differences that reflect their cultural origins and preparation methods. While mulled wine and Glühwein share similarities, the cultural nuances and specific ingredients give each...
Earth Care
Discovering the Secret Lives of Blue Whales in Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste, a small island nation in Southeast Asia, has become a vital hub for blue whale research, offering unprecedented insights into the lives of these majestic marine giants. Thanks to the dedication of marine scientists and the support of citizen science,...
Photographer's Travel Blog
Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Picture a Park in Paris
As an Australian living in Paris over the winter months, I was looking forward to the sun finally coming out again. I vowed that the first spring day I would head to a park and soak up the sun rays. My...
Australian history
Uluru Handback to Traditional Owners 40 Years On
Forty Years of Handback: Uluru’s Fire Still Burns Bright Under the vast desert sky, where red earth meets the horizon and light dances across the ancient face of Uluru, Australia this week marked forty years since one of the most profound moments...
Art Galleries & Museums
Powerhouse Museum Closure Risks Cultural and Historical Loss
The Looming Closure of the Powerhouse Museum: A Cultural and Historical Loss As 5 February 2024 draws near, the impending closure of the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo has stirred impassioned debate across Sydney and beyond. Despite the NSW Government’s promises of a...
Country Living
The 99th Koala: Resilience on Kangaroo Island – Kailas Wild
The 99th Koala: A Tale of Courage and Resilience on Kangaroo Island The summer of 2019-2020, known grimly as Australia’s Black Summer, left a profound impact on the nation. With over 12 million hectares burned, countless lives disrupted, and more than a...
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...
Australian Politics
Plantation forestry in Australia
Plantation forestry in Australia has been successfully implemented in various regions, showcasing the potential for sustainable timber production, environmental conservation, and economic benefits. Here are some notable...
Australian Politics
What is Elon Musk’s “everything app” aka “X”?
What does Elon Musk's "everything app" do? The "everything app," often referred to as "X" or the "website formerly known as Twitter", is envisioned as a...
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Notre Dame de Paris: A Tale of Resilience and Restoration
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Notre Dame de Paris, one of the most iconic symbols of French Gothic architecture, has stood proudly on the Île de la Cité in...
Discovering the Secret Lives of Blue Whales in Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste, a small island nation in Southeast Asia, has become a vital hub for blue whale research, offering unprecedented insights into the lives of...
1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games Swimming
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The 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games were a pivotal moment in the history of the event, particularly in the swimming and diving disciplines. Held at...
NSW Waits for New Biodiversity & Conservation Laws
The New South Wales Government is slow to act on calls for new environment laws in the Henry Independent Review of the Biodiversity Conservation...
Gregory Halpern “between the documentary and fine art”
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During the Magnum-Speos Documentary & Photojournalism class, 2021, students were asked to present their analysis of a Magnum photographer. Analysis by Mark Anning of Gregory Halpern, as much as possible in his own words ...
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Australian Politics
Michelle Grattan on Friday: Senate rush to Christmas finish
Grattan on Friday: Albanese gets down and dirty in deal making and breaking as Senate rushes to Christmas finish In the chaotic dying days of 2024’s final parliamentary sitting, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reverted to a role...
Art Galleries & Museums
Powerhouse Museum Closure Risks Cultural and Historical Loss
The Looming Closure of the Powerhouse Museum: A Cultural and Historical Loss As 5 February 2024 draws near, the impending closure of the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo has stirred impassioned debate across Sydney and beyond. Despite...
Australian Politics
Loggers take a chainsaw to Great Koala National Park idea
The Debate Over the Great Koala National Park: A Fight for Koalas and Forests The proposed Great Koala National Park (GKNP) aims to preserve 176,000 hectares of state forests, augmenting 135,000 hectares of existing national parks...
Australian Politics
Forestry Corporation NSW has a compliance problem
Forestry Corporation of NSW Under Scrutiny: EPA's Compliance Update Highlights Issues in Native Forestry The operations of the state-owned Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) have come under the microscope, with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) releasing...
Country Living
Steampunk Dream: Ronald Sponselee’s Copper Teardrop Trailer
Ronald Sponselee’s Copper Steampunk Teardrop Trailer In a small workshop nestled in the town of Eindhoven in the Netherlands, designer Ronald Sponselee envisioned something extraordinary: a Steampunk-inspired teardrop trailer that was both a functional getaway and...
Australian Politics
The Case for the Great Koala National Park, decision soon
A Truly Great Opportunity: Great Koala National Park With the New South Wales Government poised to make a critical decision on the establishment of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP), conservationists and economists alike are...
Global Affairs
Can Hegseth and D.O.G.E. balance the Pentagon budget?
Allies and enemies of the USA will be watching "Our generals are not ready for this moment in history. Not even close. The next President of the United States needs to radically overhaul Pentagon senior leadership...
Australian Politics
COP29 Roundup: Climate Finance, Gender Equality & No Targets
COP29: Lofty Promises, Stark Realities, and a Call for Justice The COP29 climate summit concluded in Baku, Azerbaijan, leaving behind a trail of frustration and unmet expectations. For two weeks, the world watched as high-income countries...
Australian history
King Charles III and the new Great Seal of Australia
The Great Seal of Australia: A New Chapter in History The Great Seal of Australia stands as a symbol of authority and continuity, integral to the nation’s legal and constitutional framework. Used to authenticate critical government...
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National Threatened Species Day 2023
September 7 is National Threatened Species day. A day where Australia should hang it's head. The '2020 State of the Environment report shows we are...
Packer, ACXIOM, Andrew Robb, Privacy & 1984
In 2002 Kerry Packer sold his 50% stake in Acxiom back to the US parent company but they still operate in Australia. The list...
Media as resistance: Disrupting and shifting power.
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A PhD dissertation written about a single tweet by @1earthmedia that generated dozens of retweets, mainstream media stories & discussion in Qld Parliament, resulting in Police cars removing Santos sponsorship.
A True History of Vegemite, Manna from Heaven
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On a cold winters night in Paris missing home, I wrote The True History of Vegemite >>
The 99th Koala: Resilience on Kangaroo Island – Kailas Wild
The 99th Koala: A Tale of Courage and Resilience on Kangaroo Island The summer of 2019-2020, known grimly as Australia’s Black Summer, left a profound...