Tag: Opinion
A green mark of quality
Wicked
Starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Michelle Yeoh
Rated PG
3.75/5
Directed by Jon Chu and based on the hit stage musical of the same name, Wicked...
A life led astray
Fang Si-Chi's First Love Paradise, written by Taiwanese author Lin Yi-Han and translated by Jenna Tang, is an intense and uncomfortable read.
The story is...
Taste of summer
The season is back, which brings floods in one part and fires in the other.
New Mayor of Yarra Ranges Council
On Tuesday 19 November, I was honoured to be elected as Mayor, alongside returning Chirnside Park Ward Councillor Richard Higgins as my Deputy.
This is...
Looking back at Warm Winter Read
Now that summer is almost here, some of us may be reminiscing about the cool winter days, the warm doona and hot cuppa, and...
The better Ridley Scott sequel
Gladiator II
Starring Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal
M
4/5
Directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator II is an excellent sequel to Scott's 2000 historical action epic.
After...
What to do if you find a litter of tiny kittens
It’s that time of year again – kitten season!
Tiny kittens are beginning to arrive at Animal Aid, and many might be found out...
CARTOON: Illegal tobacco war
The Victorian Government announced the Tobacco Amendment (Tobacco Retailer and Wholesaler Licensing Scheme) Bill 2024 to ramp up the regulation of the illicit tobacco...
Woo returns to the well
The Killer
Starring Nathalie Emmanuel, Omar Sy and Sam Worthington
MA15+
4/5
Directed by Hong Kong action legend John Woo (and a remake of Woo's 1989 film of...
From TikTok to cookbook
Social media has changed how we read, write and publish.
Yet another example is Tiffy Chen, whose popular TikTok cooking and food sharing videos...
From music performance and cabaret to Shakespeare’s comedy
Burrinja Theatre
Nigel Wearne
Weaves blues, jazz, and American noir with a retro 60s vibe.
Backed by horns, Gretsch guitar, drums and double bass, he’s touring globally...
CARTOON: US Election
As former US President Donald Trump won the 2024 US presidential election, the President-elect is scheduled to move back to the White House in...
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Coalition’s new policy to support small businesses
Small businesses would be able to claim tax deductions on food and entertainment expenses for up to $20,000 under a coalition policy.
Tax breaks for...
