Laetitia Andrac from Understanding Zoe says too often, we talk about neurodiversity as though awareness alone is enough – in reality, it isn’t. The real problem is the disconnect in how support is organised.
Opinion
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regional
Opinion: Have your Say on the Armidale City Centre Plan
If only 36 people were using the Beardy St Mall – either inside or outside the buildings – we hardly call it bustling with activity. So what will 36 parking spaces (the number proposed for the East Mall), an access road, lots of cars and SUV hoping to find a parking space, perhaps even the […]
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Opinion: Local news is part of a community’s essential infrastructure
Margot Davis writes strong local journalism is not a luxury. It is part of the civic infrastructure of a healthy community.
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regulars
Denise’s Desk: The War on Expertise – When Facts Become Optional
Denise writes that protecting our democracy means defending not only free speech, but also the place of evidence in our public life.
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regulars, Social
Begin Rant: I don’t want your BS war
RK Crosby says we’re in a war on facts, on reality, on sanity – and you’re the only one who can stop it.
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Denise’s Desk: A Serious Party for Serious Times
Denise writes that what she witnessed in the national Australian Labor Party conference was the opposite of the slogans and outrage we see so often. It was the serious party we deserve.
Posted inFeatured, Opinion, Political, Regulars, Social
Begin Rant: Stopping misinformation at the source
If you were told Armidale is going to have no water for three years because of renewable developments, would you believe it? RK Crosby writes that ultimately the only way to stop misinformation is at the source.
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Opinion: The Question I Brought Home from Moree
Tim O’Reilly flew up from Sydney for a game of golf, and asks why there were not more locals there.
Posted inPolitical, Regulars
Roy’s Roundup: Disaster Threshold, services and respect
Read the latest newsletter from Member for Barwon Roy Butler
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Denise’s Desk: From Gravitas to Gimmicks
Denise writes that the people of New England once expected their federal representative to command respect through judgement, preparation and substance. Today, too often, headlines have replaced homework.