Consent class our best hope to keep kids safe
Consent education should not be regarded as a political or religious issue, but a human rights issue, writes Danielle Wood
Opinion
A toast to Launceston, which is leaving Hobart in the dust
Another day, another battle for the soul of Hobart: the stadium, UTAS’ move from Sandy Bay, the Battery Point walkway, Kangaroo Bay. Civic life is different in Tasmania’s second city, writes Alex Treacy.
WOOLEY: Current affairs can carry major flow-on effects
The ‘Mighty Murray’ River plays a vital role in global food supplies and if we allow greed to rule we risk killing the thing we love, writes Charles Wooley
Piers Morgan: Endgame author peddles ‘garbage, lies’
Omid Scobie, the heavy-eyebrowed little weasel who makes a living writing garbage about the royal family, is spouting lies again, writes Piers Morgan.
Wooley: Ramses’ great rule a model for future tyrants
The difference between the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Ramses and modern dictators is the control he exerted over his own historical legacy, writes Charles Wooley
Why China’s navy is most unprofessional in world
Despite China’s belief that it can control all the seas, the belligerence and poor seamanship of its navy risks sparking an accident or conflict.
‘Forgotten his day job’: Glaring reason Albo’s had his worst week as PM
The PM is having a great time gallivanting around the world. But Aussies battling the soaring cost of living at home and some serious political failings can’t be ignored, Penbo says.
Huge pack of bankers: Four-headed monster menacing our lives
Big business are the leaders of abusing, denying and ignoring their customers, Peter Goers says. And there’s one group that’s leading the charge.
Wooley: Albo is walking the line between friends and enemies
Can Albanese court China while being engaged to the United States of America and avoid getting slapped in the face, asks Charles Wooley.
Sinister result of Maxwell’s freakish achievement
Not even one of Australian sport’s greatest ever feats can silence certain numbskulls, writes Rebecca Whitfield-Baker.
Nuclear ‘hot air’ distracts minister from climate fires
Energy Minister Chris Bowen tweeted gleefully when a nuclear project collapsed. Tom Minear questions his silence on bad news for offshore wind and electric vehicles.
Selfies and lurgies: Why I have zero interest in overseas travel
Overseas travel is booming post-Covid, with all Australians seemingly desperate to get on a plane. Not Peter Goers though.
Penbo: Optus boss gives a masterclass in making a crisis worse
More than 10 million Australians were affected by the major Optus outage. And the CEO’s handling of it left a lot to be desired, writes David Penberthy.
‘Naked without one’: Fellas, there’s nothing wrong with wearing a collar
The collared shirt is on the wane with plenty of blokes rocking a simple T these days. Nick Ryan laments the lack of shirt wearers and explains why he’ll never be one of them.
Wooley: Crumbling health system shows need to ramp up reform
No matter which party is in power, Tasmania’s healthportfolio has always seemed to be a poisoned chalice. Charles Wooley talks about why we need to ramp up reform.
The moment Kylie Minogue shocked me
Kylie’s first Vegas show was a milestone for the singer, and it even surprised Tom Minear when he met her fans before the show.
It’s November – and it’s way too early to put up the Christmas tree
Christmas is in December and it’s madness to put up the tree before then, right? Take our poll here.
‘Like an open sewer’: Why I’m done with this social media cesspit
Now full of pornographic chat bots and anti-vaxxers, this social media platform has had a massive fall from grace. David Penberthy explains why he’s ditched it.
Tuna mornay and Red Tulips: Whatever happened to progressive dinners?
Food was served in ramekins and often eaten with a splade or spork in the wildly popular progressive dinner trend, as Peter Goers reminisces.
Wooley: Coleman’s Stadium 2.0 has broken AFL’s hypnotic hold on us
In our quaint de facto socialist state of Little Cuba, Stadium 2.0 introduces the revolutionary concept of private enterprise investment to cover most of the cost, writes Charles Wooley.
You think parenthood ends when your kids turn 18? Think again
The internet is littered with memes about it, and people often say that as a parent you only get 18 years with your kids. But Rebecca Whitfield-Baker has found this is definitely not true.
The mystery of Albo’s doctored White House transcript
It was Anthony Albanese’s rare moment on the world stage. So why did his office try to hide part of it? Tom Minear argues it’s part of a depressing trend.
Why Melissa Leong’s MasterChef exit is a smart move
Ten’s decision to go with a new look MasterChef line up was the right call, says TV writer Lisa Woolford.
Wedged Albo could learn from Biden on Israel
As Anthony Albanese comes under pressure over his response to the war in Israel, Tom Minear argues there is a key lesson for him in US President Joe Biden’s response.
Are parents to blame for our increasingly unruly youth?
Kids as young as 10 are landing themselves in trouble with the police. Elizabeth Henson asks, when are parents going to start taking responsibility for problem children?
Some stories are just a poisoned chalice for everyone
Mark my words, there’s still more shat-tered dreams and poop on the stoop than you can poke a stick at, writes Charles Wooley
‘Let’s not stuff it up’: Why Tassie needs a new stadium
‘It will be a tragedy if our AFL licence now dies in its tracks, so this letter is a plea to all involved – let’s think carefully about where this stadium debate is going”. COLIN CARTER’S LETTER >
Could an AFL stadium bring down a government?
That accursed land at Mac Point is our answer to the Bermuda Triangle not just for big dreams and piles of public money — but now perhaps for premiers, even entire governments, writes David Killick >>
Seems like everyone’s calling it quits these days: Wooley
It’s certainly been a busy time for farewells, with plenty of high-profile Australians deciding to resign. But not everyone is giving work the heave-ho (or can afford to), writes Charles Wooley >>
The $US175bn black hole no one is talking about
Joe Biden might have thought he was robbing Peter to pay Paul to end the US debt crisis. But Tom Minear argues he was robbing both, as the richest Americans dodge their taxes.
Bombs and bullets couldn’t break tough journo but words have
There is plenty of damage that can be done by cowardly creatures in the world of ‘unsocial media’ and sadly highly respected journalist and broadcaster Stan Grant is one of its latest victims.
‘Frightened me’: Why I desperately want to find Debbie
Debbie Ashby may have disappeared over 36 years ago, but her memory lives on, and it drives me. I can’t forget her, writes former police officer Meni Caroutas.
When it comes to Glenorchy think Mona, not moaner
“Glenorchy can be world class – we just have to want it to be. Believe me, I live there,” says its mayor, who has a strong message to those pooh-poohing its bid to be named Top Tourism Town.
‘This isn’t the Franklin River’: Don’t let our AFL dream turn into a political nightmare
Tasmania’s AFL triumph has turned sour with outrage – and DarkLab director Leigh Carmichael is struggling to understand why there is so much outrage over the proposed stadium.
Mouse trap in Trump rival’s war on Disney
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will this week launch his White House campaign, but his rival Donald Trump is betting his war on Disney will bring him undone.
Hooray for holy wood in Tassie’s wild Tarkine
The chance to highlight the natural beauty of Tasmania’s wilderness in a new special investigative TV show was too good an opportunity to miss, writes Charles Wooley
‘Why does Tassie want to self-destruct on the verge of a 33-year dream?’
The campaign to stop the stadium is a campaign that will end the Tasmanian team. Rather than fear, can we look at the misinformation and rationally examine concerns, asks Russell Hanson.
Biden’s canned trip embarrassing for Albo
Joe Biden’s cancellation has left Anthony Albanese red-faced and burned by someone he regards as a friend, writes Tom Minear.
Why Charles, Camilla can’t escape Diana during Coronation
More than 25 years on from her tragic death, there are moments when Princess Diana still feels very present — the crowning of King Charles and Camilla is one of them.
‘Please don’t decimate my market family’ says Salamanca stallholder
Huge rent hikes will threaten the livelihood of artists who make the Salamanca Market so special, stallholders say
Take That elsewhere!: Biggest concert flop
Buckingham Palace should have booked Robbie Williams for the King’s coronation concert. This is where it went wrong, argues Kathy McCabe.
‘Charles isn’t as popular as his mother was’
Perhaps the King should have delayed his crowning to give him time to win over sceptics, says Peter Stefanovic.
Turning a blind eye will hurt NDIS and aged care
I have seen first-hand the vast difference between someone having access to sight-saving treatment and someone who has not.
Veterans remind us not to take peace for granted
As a young reporter I interviewed a lot of veterans of both wars. I don’t remember any of them who recommended the practice, writes Charles Wooley
Analysis: Do we pay too much tax?
Whingeing about tax is one of Australia’s favourite sports. But do we fork out too much money to the government, asks Daniel Petrie. Have your say in our poll.
Cost lost in Australia’s defence review
The Defence Strategic Review has revealed what Australia needs to do to deter Beijing. But one big issue remains, experts say.
Defence threat Australia can’t afford to ignore
We have traded on our geography as our natural defence for decades but technology shows this is no longer viable to protect ourselves from foreign enemies, argues Charles Miranda.
ANZ CEO: ‘There’s a financial crisis every six or seven years’
In the past 250 years, there’s been 39 financial crises of some shape or form. ANZ boss Shayne Elliott shares his experience of some of them.
The massive bill Aussies shouldn’t have to pay
Australians are spending millions of their own money on therapies that aren’t on the PBS. How does this happen in a rich country like Australia?
Career path takes me a fare way to heaven
Flying around the world can be great fun, but it can also make you forget how much Tasmania has to offer, writes Charles Wooley.
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