Rant: Shoeless and clueless
There are people in this world who would just about give their right foot for a decent pair of shoes. Those poor barefoot souls (get it?) have to traverse tundra, desert, savannah, steppe or war-torn […]
Opinion
Righteous rightie – 224
Righteous Rightie calls for the annexation of Indonesia and an end to blame-Australia-first media reporting. Dear RR – How do you think the recent contretemps with our northern neighbour should have been handled? Kevin, Leichhardt […]
Inner west whispers – 224
Gardening commando, artisinal gelato and a fractious florist • On the move: Look out for the new Cincotta chemist, which has just moved over to Norton Plaza where Amcal used to be. What’s with all […]
Righteous Rightie – 223
Righteous Rightie rejoices in the glorious triumph of free speech over the stifling forces of political correctness. Dear RR – How much of a relief is it to know you can express yourself without fear […]
Your Say: Would you use reusable nappies?
Think green: What do you think about reusable nappies, and would you use them for your child? “Foul.” James, Leichhardt. “Well I guess good old fashioned cloth nappies are reusable huh? Better for the environment […]
Inner West Whispers – 223
Literary waste, fugitives and generally dodgy behaviour • Don’t judge a book by its cover. Councils with highly regarded sustainability and green credentials are some of the worst library book recyclers. Local libraries that do […]
Your Say: Nuclear power
Are you for or against nuclear energy? “Against. Chernobyl and Fukushima are just two of the major accidents worth considering. We have abundant sunshine in Australia and it’s free. All we need to do is […]
Rant: Bring Back the Hat!
What will you be wearing this Melbourne Cup day? Local milliner Wendi Nutt hopes it’s not an unfascinating fascinator… Sadly there is a huge generational change in dressing for weddings, the races and Melbourne Cup. […]
In and Out – 222
In • Piping hot coffee from Bertoni’s, Balmain • (no one likes a luke warm caffeine fix) • Having your own vegie patch • Flatform shoes • Nutella gelato from Rino Saffioti, Haberfield • The […]