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At night I just can’t deal with words no more, man, so I draw pictures. I like to have some graphics project I can chip away at – like gardening. For the past year-or-so it’s been: trying to cartoon 100 philosophers in a symmetry-ish, geometry-ish style. I think I’m up to 64 or so. Plus […]

Had Scott Morrison been re-elected this year, not much would have stopped him from amassing total power. read now...

Today’s passing of legislation to establish a National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has been welcomed by the Australia Institute’s National Integrity Committee. The National Integrity Committee congratulates the Parliament and, in particular, the Attorney-General on what is a significant achievement.  The establishment of a National Anti-Corruption Commission will change the way politics is conducted in Australia,

The post Retired Judges Welcome Landmark NACC, but Lament Lack of Public Hearings appeared first on The Australia Institute.

The censure motion against former Prime Minister Scott Morrison for his secret ministries is an opportunity to reflect on the vigilance required to uphold democracy and good government, according to leading public policy think-tank the Australia Institute. The Hon Virginia Bell AC’s Ministries inquiry report found that the lack of disclosure of the appointments “was

The post Morrison Secret Ministries a Reminder Our Democracy Requires Vigilance appeared first on The Australia Institute.

Australia's consumer watchdog has announced intentions to improve pricing and competition in the areas of mobile communication and broadband internet. read now...

Not once did someone say, “Hey ScoMo, do you happen to be currently responsible for Australia’s resources, health, finance, home affairs, energy & social services portfolios?”

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Neo-Nazis complained that the restaurant had “slow service,” “drab décor,” and “too many ethnic dishes.”

The U.S. may own our Tim Tams and the Golden Circle pineapple we put on our pizzas, but this recipe for "fancy" fairy bread by food site 'Food52' goes beyond the pale. read now...

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From an urbanist booknook to bike accessories, here are our gift recommendations for people who care about creating equitable cities.

Steve Martin and Martin Short will co-host 'Saturday Night Live' on December 10. Check your local listings.

An update from GNU Guix co-maintainer Maxim Cournoyer on the impressive work they did in 2022.

John Howard somehow made his way into power in Australia, staying PM for 11 long years, yet his divisive legacy may marginalise the Liberal Party for far longer than that. read now...

There has been an idea expressed that, despite the "what what what?" conclusion of Doctor Who: The Power Of The Doctor, that the Fourteenth Doctor