Court Rejects Roberts-Smith Appeal While Affirming McKenzie’s Journalistic Integrity When the federal court handed down its judgment rejecting Ben Roberts-Smith’s defamation appeal against Nine Newspapers, the justices offered a masterclass in the nuanced analysis of journalistic conduct. Unlike the sensationalist framing by outlets like Sky News, the court approached the controversial secret recording involving journalist…
UK-Sanctioned Israeli Settlers Escalate West Bank Tensions Near Mughayyir al-Deir In the latest escalation of settler aggression in the occupied West Bank, two Israeli settlers recently sanctioned by the UK—Neria Ben Pazi and Zohar Sabah—have intensified efforts to displace Palestinian residents of Mughayyir al-Deir. These individuals arrived at an illegal outpost built just meters from…
A Bold Request That Backfired A Betoota Heights woman is confronting the unintended consequences of her own wishes after persuading her boyfriend to shave off his beard—a move she now deeply regrets. Mel Fine, 28, had long hinted at wanting a clean-shaven version of her partner, Kel. But when she finally got her way, she…
Experiencing Wildlife Beyond Sight Silhouettes flit across a glassy lake beneath a quiet morning sky. High-pitched cries from avocets pierce the air as they defend their eggs from a circling crow. A barnacle goose barks from overhead, its call sharp and distinct. These moments unfold during a dawn chorus workshop at the Wildfowl and Wetlands…
A Floral Finale with Unexpected Charm Can you hear it? That sigh of relief from the gardening world? The Chelsea Flower Show—often called Gardening Christmas—has wrapped up another season of creativity and floral innovation. Designers, contractors, growers, and garden lovers have immersed themselves in the event’s annual whirlwind of construction, curation, and celebration. Whether you…
Rising Stars Hit a Sour Note Royel Otis, the Sydney-based indie-pop duo taking the global music scene by storm, is now facing intense public backlash after the release of their latest single, “Moody.” Debuting on May 9, the track has quickly stirred controversy for what many fans have labelled as misogynistic and harmful lyrics. With…
Growing Concerns Over Parliamentary Privilege The New South Wales Government has officially announced it will refer the Dural caravan terror plot hoax inquiry to the NSW parliamentary ethics committee, amid escalating concerns about potential breaches of parliamentary privilege. This development marks a critical turning point in what has become one of the state’s most contentious…
A Career Shaped by Movement and Emotion Coral Messam’s journey is one of resilience, artistry, and transformation. Just after completing work with acclaimed director Steve McQueen on the film Blitz, and in the midst of preparing choreography for the stage adaptation of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Coral suffered a stroke—a devastating event that changed…
A divided football heart ahead of the final Georgie Papadoupolos, a lifelong Arsenal supporter from Melbourne, is facing an emotional and cultural crossroads. As the Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur approaches, Georgie finds himself battling conflicting allegiances. For years, he’s rooted against Tottenham—Arsenal’s fiercest rivals—as any dedicated Gooner would. But this…
When weekend projects go dangerously wrong What started as an ordinary trip to Mitre 10 ended in alarm when a staff member encountered a customer with highly questionable DIY ambitions. The encounter—equal parts comedy and concern—has since become a reminder of how overconfident amateur renovations can spiral into serious safety risks. Cameron Ramsey-Matthews, a retail…
From vows to victory: a personal and property milestone In a spectacular string of personal and professional triumphs, Angus Crichton, State of Origin and Sydney Roosters star, has added another win—but this time, off the field. Just two weeks after exchanging vows with Chloe Esegbona at the idyllic Krinklewood Estate, Crichton closed a major deal:…
Internal emails reveal controversial campus strategy The University of Sydney has come under intense scrutiny after internal emails revealed plans to allow Jewish students separate exam entry points to avoid a pro-Palestinian encampment. This proposal has drawn severe criticism, with one Jewish community leader likening the move to “a new Jim Crow.” The suggestion was…
Chinese Investment in Australia Is Declining—Not Rising Chinese investment in Australia has become a lightning rod for political theater and media speculation. In a landscape shaped by mainstream media’s China fear-mongering, what often gets overlooked is a striking irony—Chinese capital is dwindling, not surging. This overlooked reality continues to shape policy and public opinion in…
Nationals Split from Liberals Over Policy Clashes and Coalition Tensions The Nationals have officially withdrawn from their long-standing coalition with the Liberal Party, citing irreconcilable differences on core policy directions. Nationals Leader David Littleproud made the announcement in Canberra, stating that his party would now “sit alone on a principled basis”, highlighting the growing divide…
The Coalition Breakup: A Century of Political Alliance Hits a Sour Note “I remember seeing footage, several years ago, of a jubilant Malcolm Turnbull, then prime minister and Liberal leader, speaking in Tamworth to loyal members of the National Party.” These were the grassroots campaigners who had worked tirelessly to re-elect Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce…
