by John McClean As Australians head to the polls for another federal election, there are global anxieties about the state of democracy [The Global State of Democracy 2023; Dangerous cracks in US democracy pillars]. Even in Australia there seems to have been a decline...
by Joanna Barlow Should schools focus on forming students for their first career, or for a lifetime of service to their community? The answer could make a significant difference to the decisions of a teacher, a parent, or a student. We’re all aware that our worldview...
by Stephen McAlpine We’ve seen a significant shift in the vibe of western culture in recent months. So stunning has the social and cultural turnaround been in the USA in recent months, and indeed across other parts of the West as a consequence, that the term “the...
by Benjamin Shuhyta So, you’re sitting on your favourite couch, scrolling your phone, when you begin to wonder, “is this what I really should be doing with my life?” OK, I know. That’s not how it usually plays out; usually, the existential question doesn’t emerge...
by Kamal Weerakoon Terrorism is the worst form of conflict. There are all kinds of ways to disagree with someone. Hiding the problem doesn’t help. It only makes the issue fester longer, thus making it worse. The most constructive way to deal with conflict is to be...
by John McClean My stepmother was articulate, assertive, creative and organised. Slowly, and painfully, she became confused. She couldn’t recall things or organise her day. A talented textile-and-design teacher, she lost both interest in sewing and confidence in the...
