Out and Abbott
Some significant coffee dates have taken place in the Inner West this week, particularly in the marginal seat of Reid, as politicians court residents’ favour, and visa versa. Top man and Minister for Women, Tony […]
2014
Local news – 249
A Dog’s Day Woofers won this week with Marrickville Council announcing generous additions to 24/7 off-leash areas around the LGA, after a 12 month trial-period ended last week. The cool cats of Camperdown Rest Memorial […]
Your Say: #illridewithyou
What did you think about the #illridewithyou campaign? I thought it was a really positive reaction to a horrible situation. It was a nice gesture, and it is a nice thought that there is a […]
Gigs guide – 249
Friday 26th December Travelaz When you first start listening to this reggae band, you might ask yourself “do these guys know what reggae music is?”. Don’t worry, they do but some of their songs take […]
Rant: Save our Babies
It has been very disturbing to read of the two recently abandoned babies in Sydney, but even more worrying is to know that mothers can be discharged from our hospitals only 12 – 24 hours […]
Road test – Goin' to the Chapel
If there’s one thing I’m thankful for this Christmas, it’s living in the Inner West. Where, we can all categorically agree, one of the greatest benefits is the diversity right at your doorstep. It gifts […]
Things we love – 249
The Pigeon Ground is G.O.N.E, which is sad news for lovers of vinyl, and pinched-in vintage dresses, who have enjoyed the Camperdown store over its decade-long run. This clever re-appropriation of their sign shows the […]
Latte Leftie – 249
Dear LL – Merry Kwanzaa! Given Shia LaBeouf’s recent artistic misadventures I was interested to hear whether you’d experienced any similarly shocking violations during your time as a street poet and performance artist devoted to […]
Inner West Whispers – 249
In this special edition of Whispers, we tell you what Inner West residents really want for Christmas. We heard it on the trainline. Newtown/Enmore–A home cooked meal: Your friends will be grateful no matter what […]