Opinion
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Are Probiotics the last thing you need?
The human microbiome (HMB) is simply fantastic! It is made up from a combination of micro-organisms including, bacteria, fungi, viruses and protozoa that exist in…
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The importance of NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week (7 – 12 July) is an annual event dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait…
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Not for the faint-hearted
What I Would Do to You, by Australian psychologist and author Georgia Harper, is an intense and confronting novel. Despite its slow and steady pace,…
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Meta must pay its dues
Last month, Country Press Australia (CPA), the largest representative association of newspaper publishers in Australia, appeared before a joint hearing in Canberra into social media…
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Q and A with Maria Millers
Thanks to The Star Mail, this reviewer recently connected with Maria Millers, founder of the Woorilla Poetry Prize. Maria was born in Harbin, a city…
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Democracy, media and politics
Democracy is hard work not just for leaders but also for citizens. Its ability to survive against authoritarian inroads is dependent on vigilant and informed…
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Two fun plays coming to local theatres
Eltham Little Theatre Into the Woods Jnr. Once Upon a time Eltham Little Theatre cordially invited you to a far-off kingdom to meet a fair…
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Commending the region’s volunteers
Volunteers are the glue that holds our community together. If you have been to an Anzac Day commemoration, local Christmas carols, a family fun day,…
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Stunning sophomore slasher success
Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 Starring Scott Chambers, Tallulah Evans and Ryan Oliva Rated R18+ 3.75/5 The sequel to the atrocious Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey,…
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Burrinja Theatre is calling out for young Bell Curve performers
Burrinja Theatre Bell Curve Call Out Are you an experienced musician or a music enthusiast? Are you between the ages of 12 and 25? Keen…
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A fantasy novel on language, friendship and revolution
A review of Babel by R.F. Kuang The full title of American author R.F. Kuang’s 2022 Nebula Award-winning fantasy novel is “Babel, or the Necessity…
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Soup, a winter warmer
When it’s cold, or you’re feeling miserable, what food do you turn to for comfort? For many of us, the answer is soup. When prepared…
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