Yours Say: dream pets
If you could have any pet in the world, what would it be and why? “A pug, because it is the animal version of myself.” Melanie, Petersham “A macaw because they are smart, have cool […]
Opinion
Rant: Wind us or against us?
As Federal Parliament resumes, let’s have a look at the prospects for a cleaner energy system. Will Australia harness the global investment boom and create the jobs of the future? And will our politicians help, […]
Inner West Whispers – 291
GM musical chairs– Tight squeeze Taverners – Facebook for (lost) dogs • Vanessa Chan, the General Manager of the Inner West Council and former GM of Ashfield Council, left her position early this month. She has […]
Bay Bitch: streaming on
The morning of the City2Surf I wandered down to the Bay Run only to find a depleted group of sportsters moseying around. There wasn’t much lycra that morning, only lots of stretched T-shirts and drooped […]
Your Say: Favourite Italian Films
What is your favourite film set in Italy? “Only You, it’s a film about a woman who moves from America to Rome to find her soul mate.” Stephanie, Leichhardt “Life is Beautiful is my favourite […]
Rant: Make community service compulsory
Young people can positively impact the local environment, its preservation and the area’s sense of place by doing compulsory community service. It can reduce stress, will make young people in Marrickville healthier, and improve their […]
Righteous Rightie -290
Despite constant attempts to silence him, Righteous Rightie vows to keep speaking truth to ‘oppressed group’ power Dear RR – I yearn for the old Australia, the one where a man could down 10 schooners […]
Inner West Whispers – 290
Movie menace – Milling around – Albo finds his dad (and a biographer) • Known as ‘The Number 1 Cinema Menace’, Dendy Newtown staff have been warned about the possibility that Anthony Riley, a thief […]
Your say: should street art be encouraged?
Do you think street art should be encouraged? “As long as it’s in a suitable place. Not when it’s scribbled over main buildings.” Margaret, Leichhardt “I think…no. I just think it doesn’t look nice and […]
Bay bitch: Not fooled
These days fun seems to be everywhere. In fact, I can’t seem to get away from it. The Inner West is a particularly fun place. We have the Bay Fun Run, the Balmain Fun Run, […]