Australia’s a little too proud of its stupid ideas
This country is hooked on mindless promises of simple solutions to complex problems, writes Michael McGuire. Having brains has become dangerous.
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Port Adelaide losing on and off the field in 2019
Port Adelaide is set to swap black for red as its finances take a hit. Meanwhile, a well-connected name takes over SA’s Venture Capital Fund and Minister Tim Whetstone becomes a victim of his own success.
If the Queen can’t help UK, what use is she to us?
If the Queen is a beacon of stability, how do we account for the Brexit mess, writes Michael McGuire. And if she’s no use to the UK in a crisis, what use is she to Australia?
Who will fly to become new Crows’ chair?
As Mark Ricciuto’s chances of becoming the new Crows chair fade, who will step up to guide a club in crisis? Plus, political fun and games at Adelaide Uni and is one of Adelaide’s most successful couples leaving town?
Morrison can’t make our troops Trump’s lackies
By sending our troops to the Middle East, Scott Morrison is trusting Donald Trump’s judgment. That anyone would rely on Trump’s judgment is terrifying, writes Michael McGuire.
Speeding MP goes before court plus Pyne’s new book
In this week’s Off the Record, find out about Christopher Pyne’s tell-all book, where big-name Adelaide Crows are putting their investment dollars, plus a leadfoot MP before the court.
Did Prince Andrew not notice Epstein’s sex conviction?
Prince Andrew says he’s appalled at the sex crime allegations against his friend Jeffrey Epstein. Has he forgotten Epstein’s 2008 prison sentence for soliciting a minor, writes Michael McGuire
Shark attack ordeal bolsters family’s bond
Sarah Williams’ brother and father narrowly saved her from a shark that flipped over her kayak two years ago. Now they’ve been recognised for their bravery, in the incident that brought them closer together.
The Adelaide Czar of Spooks
It was a computer in an Adelaide classroom that set Mike Burgess on the path to become Australia’s top spy. So how did a self-confessed geek go from South Australian schoolboy to spymaster?
Race heats up for SA Senate spot, Sally’s weird ringtone
In this week’s Off The Record — the fight for Cory Bernardi’s soon-to-be vacated Senate seat heats up, BankSA comes of age, what’s new in the land of lobbyists and Sally Zou’s curious ringtone.
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