Brilliant piece in AFR by French economist on using integration policies to squash illiberal ideologies

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Strengthening Integration Policies to Counter Illiberal Ideologies: Insights from a French Economist In recent times, society has often responded to acts of extremism with immediate, reactive measures—tightening speech regulations, restricting

Bizarre Kingfisher encounter on my run.

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Unusual Encounter with a Kingfisher During a Morning Run During my morning run, I experienced a remarkably unusual encounter with a kingfisher that left me both surprised and intrigued. While

To our Jewish Melbournians, I wish you a happy Hanukkah and I hope you can all enjoy time with your family and friends, despite what has happened today.

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Celebrating Hanukkah and Embracing Unity in Melbourne’s Jewish Community As the Jewish community in Melbourne marks the festival of Hanukkah, we extend warm wishes for a joyful and meaningful celebration.

My morning “commute” – Maleny, QLD

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Embracing a Country Lifestyle: My Serene Morning Routine in Maleny, QLD Discovering the right balance in life is a journey that often involves reevaluating priorities and embracing what truly matters.

Any other Australians sick of American culture wars infecting our politics and society?

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The Influence of American Culture War Politics on Australian Society: A Growing Concern In recent years, many Australians have observed an increasing infiltration of American sociopolitical issues into our domestic

Customs confiscated and scanned our mobile phones in Sydney

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Customs Confiscated and Inspected Our Mobile Phones in Sydney: An Experience and Reflection Recently, my partner and I, both Australian citizens, returned to Sydney after a 10-day holiday in Fiji.

Nanny state has reached a whole new level

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The Expansion of Content Restrictions in iOS 26.4: A New Era of Digital Governance The latest update to Apple’s iOS operating system, version 26.4, introduces wide-ranging system-wide content restrictions, reflecting

Please don’t let opt-out tipping become a thing

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The Growing Concern Over Opt-Out Tipping Policies in the Restaurant Industry In recent visits to new dining establishments, such as a recent experience at a restaurant in Surry Hills, one

Fee free TAFE has been CUT!

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Recent Changes to Fee-Free TAFE Programs in Queensland: What You Need to Know In recent developments, the availability of fee-free TAFE courses in Queensland has been impacted, causing concern among

I’m a local oil painter, just thought I’d share

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Celebrating Local Communities Through Art: A Reflection on the Upfield Line As a passionate oil painter rooted in the vibrant neighborhoods of Brunswick, Coburg, Preston, and surrounding areas, my creative