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Victoria’s Pandemic Response: A cautionary tale of failures and distrust

The recently released report into Australia’s pandemic response has revealed significant shortcomings, particularly in Victoria. At 877 pages, this comprehensive analysis does not shy away from scrutinizing the actions of state governments, highlighting a troubling pattern of inconsistency and a heavy-handed approach that…
6 November, 2024

A troubling shift in sentencing practices

The recent training provided to Victorian magistrates raises significant concerns about the direction of our justice system, particularly regarding how we treat serious criminal offenders. In a disturbing move, magistrates were instructed to avoid imposing sentences that might lead to the deportation of…
30 October, 2024

Developers face millions in new charges amid infrastructure overhaul

Victoria’s property developers are bracing for millions in additional charges, as the government moves to overhaul the state’s infrastructure contribution scheme. This scheme, which funds essential community infrastructure such as schools, parks, and transport for new developments, has been under scrutiny for…
23 October, 2024

Time for the RBA to reassess: Why local borrowers deserve better

Local borrowers are growing increasingly restless, and it’s easy to understand why. Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) governor Michele Bullock recently indicated that the RBA does not expect to cut interest rates this year, leaving many questioning the rationale behind this stance.…
16 October, 2024

Potholes Ahead: Victoria’s roads face a dismal future

As anyone who drives through Victoria can attest, potholes are becoming an all-too-frequent hazard on our roads. Unfortunately, with the recent cuts to resurfacing and rehabilitation works by the debt-laden Allan Government, the situation is set to worsen dramatically. This is not…
2 October, 2024
Martin Heidegger's ideas about nihilism

When nothing can claim to be an exception – Nihilism

Nihilism will be complete when it has captured all substances when it has made its appearance everywhere and when nothing can claim to be an exception – Nihilism will have become the normal condition. Martin Heidegger. The quote captures Martin Heidegger’s ideas…
27 September, 2024
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Poster announcing a live tribute concert for Achilles Yiangoulli; musician with a stringed instrument, event details: Thu May 21, 7:30 PM, Brunswick Ballroom, fundraising for the Royal Children’s Hospital.

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