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A pop novel with a big heart
There’s a passage in When Jokers Were Kings just near the end where the voices of the two main characters lock in a “lyrical embrace” singing an Elvis Presley tribute song.
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Nothing compares to Zambi
I knew it was going to happen. I had no doubt. In fact, when I arrived, I was welcomed by the comment, “you’re with your people now”. They could tell by the look on my face, the excitement and energy that was bursting out of me. It was clear to everyone. I am in love.
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Tale of transition
Make no make mistake – the lovely vista you see across the waters of Victoria Harbour came at a cost. By that I am not referring to the cost of your apartment!
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Stepping in for Docklands
Well, my brother is out of action for a while so I’m ghost writing for him.
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A Clapp of approval
It is November 17, 1937. Australia is climbing out of the Depression as Melburnians gather at Spencer Street Station to celebrate the launch of a new train that would become a feature of the railways for the next half-century, the Spirit Of Progress.
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Consumer watchdog sues Airbnb after thousands complain
The federal government’s consumer watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Airbnb for allegedly misleading consumers.
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Taking the plunge on owners’ corporation plumbing defect claims
Victorian consumers of plumbing services might be surprised to learn that they are protected by the most comprehensive statutory protections in Australia.
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Big political changes
There has been significant change politically since my last article with the Albanese Labor Government voted in with a huge vote for Teal Independents, a strong showing from The Greens and our federal MP for Macnamara Josh Burns pushed to retain his seat by local Greens candidate Steph Hodgins-May.
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Still Sacred and Golden: A reminder of the true gold
An exhibition focused on celebrating plants and cultural practices is being presented at the Koorie Heritage Trust, but while not blatantly obvious from first glance, the work actually explores deeper themes.
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Your Melbourne Greens team continues (and grows by one!)
I have some news: at the time of writing (early June), my baby is due in one week! And before I embark upon a short period of maternity leave, I wanted to “officially’ announce that I’m putting up my hand to continue as your state MP for Melbourne at the Victorian election in November.
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Docklands at risk from future flooding
Blockchain for residential blocks
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