The novel, The Family Doctor and the movie Promising Young Woman are two powerful examples of art reflecting the mood of the times.
Journalism
The Family Doctor
Debra Oswald is a great example of the amazing versatility of some writers. Not only has Oswald written for television for years (Offspring is her most memorable drama series) but she has written for film, stage, radio and children. She…
Witness
Once more to the breach dear friends : the fight for women’s rights is far from over How Robert Richter QC motivated Louise Milligan to argue for law reform.
‘Brittany Higgins and the ‘whole horrible situation’
Brittany Higgins allegation of rape focused an intense media spotlight on the misogynistic culture that pervades our federal parliament.
When the coach doesn’t quite break the rules
Here’s the scenario: Damien Hardwick is a highly successful coach who has taken Richmond to the 2017, 2019 and 2020 premierships. Part of his shtick is to appeal to his players as a family man with strong values who fights…
St Aidan’s Orphanage has been seen historically as a benign, holy and bountiful presence on Bendigo’s skyline
However, its magnificent gates and imposing architecture hide a story of sexual and emotional abuse, suicide, beatings and solitary confinement. DIANNE DEMPSEY spent three months talking to and researching the stories of nine “fallen girls” who found themselves in the…
The Dja Dja Wurrung people of Central Victoria described their land as merrygic barbarie – good country
And so it was: filled with game, fish,yams and rolling pastures. Within their own nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung lived a life of natural harmony. But in a terrible irony the “lush plains” which attracted the European invaders of the…