Undefeated
He kneels, yet will not bow his head – Night gathers round, the field is lost, But from his wounds and earth-stained skin Still blazes pride, undimmed by cost. His…
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October 7, 2025
The Humanist: Not woke, racist, communist or money focused
Humanism values dignity and individual rights, acknowledging growth through reason whilst maintaining personal responsibility for collective outcomes.
October 5, 2025
Walk a Mile
Before we stoke the fires and spew Our judgments tangled, sharp, untrue; Let gentleness begin its reign, To ease the depth of unseen pain.Let’s trade our shoes and set aside…
September 29, 2025
What It Is (and Isn’t) to Be an Australian
There is room always for another neighbour.
August 30, 2025
The Unity of Humanity: Recognising the Equal Value of Every Human Life
The commonality of philosophical tenets across cultures affirms the value of all human life.
August 2, 2025
Welcome to Country: Cultural Significance, Spirituality, and Contemporary Misrepresentations in Australia
Welcome to Country is an invitation to engage with Indigenous people and connect through inclusion.
July 29, 2025
Fighting Evil Without Becoming Evil: Ubuntu and the Good Dream
Realising our highest ideals when striving against evil demands that we hold ourselves attuned to our spiritual, ethical and communal selves.
June 4, 2025
Letters patent for establishing the province of South Australia. (Source: https://sahistoryhub.history.sa.gov.au/subjects/letters-patent/)
Assimilation / Australian Aborigines / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Propaganda / Racism / Religion / Respect / South Australia / Uncategorized / White Australia
Kaurna Cultural Resistance and the Beast Folk’s Law: A Comparative Study of Assimilation, Identity, and Defiance
The attitudes expressed by South Australia's Governor, George Gawler in 1838 reflect parallels with those in "The Island of Dr Moreau".
April 17, 2025
Accountability / Corruption / Discrimination/Racism / Justice / Political theory / Respect / Rule of Law / Shared humanity
Sports and Society: Reflections on Fairness and the Rule of Law
Fairness, be it in sport of society, underpins trust in authority and the rule of the game as well as the rule of law.
April 10, 2025
The Clash of Perspectives: Julius Stone, Jewish Identity and the Zionist Imperative
Following the Holocaust, Julius Stone viewed the conception of Israel a practical necessity to prevent threat to the existence of the Jewish people.
March 17, 2025
A Life of Duty, Identity, and Controversy: The Story of Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs
Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs serves as a model for the integration of identity in public service, where the future of the world are paramount.
March 16, 2025
When Religion Gets Hijacked: A Spiritual Perspective
The politicisation of religion defeats its true purpose, leaving a shell with that fails to deliver its promises.
March 8, 2025
Democracy versus freedom of speech: Where tolerance draws the line
At its fundamental roots, democracy requires freedom of speech, but with a necessary tension to limit hate.
March 7, 2025
The Value of Every Life: Unlocking Humanity’s True Potential
Every act of kindness, no matter how small, adds up to a ripple effect that can change the world.
March 4, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Racism / Respect / White Australia
Multiculturalism in Australia: Pillar of Strength or Source of Division?
The many benefits of multiculturalism are threatened by divisive rhetoric, which must be challenged and exposed for its destructive intent.
February 21, 2025
Bill of Rights / Culture / Domestic Law / Equality / Human Rights / International Law / Respect / Rule of Law / Shared humanity / United Nations
Human Dignity: A Multi-faceted Concept in Contemporary Discourse
Rights bloom for us all, Dignity stands tall – unbowed, Universal truth.by Bakchos Abstract Human dignity is a concept that has gained significant attention in various fields, including philosophy, law,…
February 15, 2025
The Crumbling Foundations of Trust: Consequences of Misinformation on Democracy
The promotion of conspiracies and misinformation by political leaders and "experts" feeds societal polarisation and undermines democracy.
January 21, 2025
Peter Dutton’s Divisive Rhetoric has a Use By Date
Peter Dutton's brand of racism is at odds with Australia's diverse and inclusive society, ignoring the multicultural reality of our modern society.
December 23, 2024
In the Land of Dutton’s Dreams
Imagine a realm where compassion is rare, Where kindness is silenced, and cruelty lays bare.
December 11, 2024
