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The last paragraphs of the Australian novel by David Malouf “Remembering Babylon” is one of my favourite examples of his writing. It...

It’s been quite a year for moral outrage. A deputy prime minister, test cricket captain, footballers and several entertainers,...

My favourite Metaphysical poet, Andrew Marvell, and his clear, perceptive and convincing argument for Love for me, two images stand out....

My favourite Shakespearean sonnet is a wonderful exploration of overwhelming passion. Read it aloud or better still click here to listen...

In January, the trade winds bring daily monsoonal storms to the island of Timor. I visited for five days in January of 2019. The rain was...

Blood collection programs are common throughout the world but in Australia we are blessed with one of the best...

The past twelve months has been quite a year for public apologies and expressions of regret. Some of Australia’s leading actors,...

Other places have given up entirely and are just shadows on the landscape, almost resentful of being reminded of their earlier life...

Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Dean, Staff, Distinguished Guests, Graduates, Family and Friends. It is a delight to join you today at such...