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John Birmingham
Take it as read: your library is not an imminent threat to life as we know it
John Birmingham Communal tables in cafes are far more menacing given the possibility of unwanted booty shake.
Michelle Anderson
Give undervalued benefactors a break
Michelle Anderson Education philanthropy is freely encouraged by government ministers but hampered by complex tax laws.
Gerard Henderson
Papal pundits should repent of unforgivable ignorance
Gerard Henderson The advent of the 24/7 news cycle has led to an explosion of opinion in which politicians, former politicians, opinion leaders and other celebrities prevail.
Why the Brits are better than us at business in India
Stephen Manallack Australians should look at how the UK manages the subcontinent's culture and values.
Lisa Forrest
Tough talk is tonic to create a team of serious swimmers
Lisa Forrest A few days before the start of the 1980 Moscow Games, the head coach of the swimming team, Bill Sweetenham, called us together for one of his rousing pep talks.
Kasey Edwards
Poor Hilary has royal message lost in rush to shout her down
Kasey Edwards If you didn't know who Hilary Mantel was before now, all you need to know is that she's a big, fat, barren, feminist turncoat.
Satyajit Das
Philanthropy not always selflessness
Satyajit Das Donations can set policy and ultimately may be harmful to democracy.
Wendy Squires
A mentality in a league of its own
Wendy Squires I am unable to even dip a toe in the pool of faith and blind loyalty that is rugby league.
Peter Craven
Lincoln to shine amid the glitter
Peter Craven What a Hollywood dream of cinematic distinction the Oscars are.
Richard Glover
Life after parliament: a new gig guide
Richard Glover Post-election career suggestions for redundant politicians.
John Birmingham
Close calls from outer space prove we need action from earthly heroes
John Birmingham A meteor and an asteroid. There was so much to love about the apocalyptic double-header.
Paul Monk
Pondering the possibilities of bridge-building after Benedict
Paul Monk Almost all of the commentary following the announcement by Pope Benedict XVI that he was retiring seems to have concentrated on relatively banal topics, such as what he will do now, who will succeed...
Bettina Arndt
Doing the washing won't get you dirty
Bettina Arndt Do hairy dishwasher hands not do it for women? The price of being a domestic god.
Sarah Rainey
What? No children? Fending off the final female taboo
Sarah Rainey Childlessness is on the rise. But why does it bother so many people?
Shane Green
It's our station and we should have a real say in its future
Shane Green The grand plan by the Baillieu government to redevelop Flinders Street Station is heading into its final stages.
Wendy Squires
Even pregnant women are only human
Wendy Squires There is a particular photo of my pregnant mum I've always loved. In it, she has a beehive ''do'', a daisy print mini bulging with the load that is the growing me, and black cat's eye sunglasses.
Lindy Edwards
Restore work-life balance by making men work from home
Lindy Edwards At the weekend, the Gillard government moved on one of the greatest challenges facing Australian families.
Tim Fischer
Papal move the right decision at right time
Tim Fischer This papal resignation is courageous, correct and remarkable but, I would contend, not surprising, given all the signs that have appeared in the Vatican over recent times.
Fred Hiatt
From such tragedy, change could grow
Fred Hiatt It is more than the random brutality that captured Indians' attention.
Jonathan Mahler
End this vicious cycle maturely
Jonathan Mahler In case you haven't heard, Lance Armstrong has confessed to doping during his cycling career. All the faux moral posturing can officially stop.
