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Journos and pollies: lessons learned from Election 2010

What do journalists and politicians have in common? They’ve both learned a valuable lesson from Election 2010. Sarah Green reviews ABC Managing Director Mark Scott’s keynote address at the Melbourne Writers Festival.

Big ideas: changing the world

As part of the Melbourne Writers Festival, youth advocates Adam Smith and Chris Varney discussed the impact young people have on today’s society. Meghan Lodwick reviews the event.

The kids are all right: Review

In ‘The kids are all right’, siblings Joni and Laser look for their biological father and bring him into their family. James Madden reviews.

Fuelled by coffee

The more coffee we drink, the more trash we make. Disposable cups are not the only recyclable items in a cafe, as Meghan Lodwick writes, there is more than one way to reuse wasted grounds.

Melbourne 2185: what do you suggest?

As Melbourne celebrates its 175th birthday, Sarah Green looks at what the next 175 years might bring.

Scott Pilgrim vs The World: Review

Scott Pilgrim meets the girl of his dreams but first he has to defeat her seven evil exes. Jean Kemshal-Bell reviews.

Vintage without the mystery

Can’t seem to get passed the stains when buying vintage clothing? Bec Foulston says there are ways to enjoy vintage fashion without the suspicious history.

The origins of sushi

The lunch-time sushi roll has become a favourite for many Australians. But after going on exchange to Japan, Joni Sham discovered that there’s a whole lot more to sushi than just the California roll.

Review: The Ghost Writer

The Ghost Writer is an exciting and eye-pleasing political thriller but does the plot hold any surprises? Meghan Lodwick reviews.

Trash to fashion

Ever wonder what happens after you throw something away? Bec Foulston discovers the art of recycling rubbish into fashion.

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