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Remember the past, contemplate the present
Open Forum | April 5, 2014Anzac Day is an occasion to reflect on the complexity and contradiction of war. As Australia remembers the past and contemplates the present, it is also a time to recognise the involvement of indigenous soldiers, the contribution of women in the war and the reality of post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Explore the show
Open Forum | April 4, 2014The Sydney Royal Easter Show is running from 10 to 23 April 2014. It celebrates Australian culture, from rural traditions to modern day lifestyles. It is Australia’s largest annual event, attracting close to 900,000 people each year.
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The use of Victim Impact Statements in a NSW homicide trial
Amber McKinley | April 4, 2014The NSW Opposition Leader John Robertson has proposed changes to legislation that forces courts to consider Victim Impact Statements when sentencing violent offenders. Amber McKinley argues that this raises questions about the value of one life compared to another.
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Our voice. Our impact.
Open Forum | April 4, 2014It’s National Youth Week (NYW) from 4 to 13 April 2014, the largest celebration of young people in Australia. Thousands of young people aged 12-25 from across Australia get involved in NYW each year.
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Dos and don’ts of the 19th Biennale of Sydney
Mel Thatcher | April 1, 2014The 19th Biennale of Sydney is well under way with art and events staged across Sydney. Mel Thatcher went to the art show on Cockatoo Island and has some practical tips to get the most out of the visit.
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Schools as part of our urban landscape
Nicole Lewis | March 31, 2014Schools are micro communities and need infrastructure and maintenance to function. Nicole Lewis argues that for the future harmony of our urban communities it is vital that schools consider their environmental footprint within their walls and beyond.
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Chained to a desk? Your health is in danger
Andre Smith | March 28, 2014Sitting at a desk all day can have serious long-term effects on your health. Andre Smith looks into ways to ease the stress of sitting all day.
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States heading for a debt problem
Robert Carling | March 27, 2014The state treasurers are meeting in Canberra today to discuss spending on infrastructure among other things. Robert Carling from The Centre for Independent Studies says that if the states want to be able to spend on infrastructure, they have to keep a tight rein on operating expenses for years to come as the debt of state governments has risen dramatically in the last years.
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Meat Free Week: Whither the farmer?
Eleanor Nurse | March 27, 2014Australians are invitited to give up meat this week to think about our meat consumption and the impact on our health and the environment. Eleanor Nurse from the animal protection institute Voiceless says it’s time to start having a conversation about the provenance of our food.
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In defence of shyness – but there’s a downside
Leicester Warburton | March 25, 2014Being shy can be quite charming, but also isolating. Leicester Warburton says that when we look up, smile and show a genuine interest in people, we realise we are not alone.
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Coaching conversations – The intention to give attention
Clive Leach | March 25, 2014In our busy lives it is rare that we take the time to engage meaningfully with each other at the workplace and at home. Organisational coach Clive Leach says that being present and suspending our own agenda and needs for a few minutes is an act of kindness that has benefits for both giver and receiver.
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On creativity and sleepwalking
Ursula Kolbe | March 21, 2014Creating any form of artwork can be a long and sometimes painful process. Ursula Kolbe recounts how her book about children’s art came to life once she stopped trying too earnestly to be rational.
