Tag: Opinion
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Half of Australia wants cannabis legalised, taxed, and regulated — will it happen?

Australians support legal cannabis, but mainstream politicians do not. On The Record journalist Robert Hicks discusses the law, the politics, and the effect legalising cannabis could have on Australians.
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World Cup hype provides opportunity to empower the future of women’s sports

Australia finds itself immersed in the hype of hosting the women’s World Cup; and it is smashing all sorts of records. But, for OTR’s resident football nut Jacob Stevens, there’s more to it than numbers — there’s a chance to leave a lasting legacy for women’s sports.
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An ode to R U OK

R U OK? Day is one of many days that has great intentions, but how does it look in practice for those with mental health issues?
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Sanna Marin did nothing wrong

Footage of Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin dancing with friends has circulated in the media this week. She did nothing illegal and yet she’s faced major backlash. Why?
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Our collective obsession with the paranormal

Humans have always had a collective connection to ghosts and the paranormal. But why are we so attracted to what scares us? OTR journalist Lauren Wisgard investigates.
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2021 Bachelorette offers substance to indulgent television

Network 10’s The Bachelorette makes history by featuring the first Indigenous and queer protagonist, Brooke Blurton, which airs this week. But, only time will tell how this move influences the future of the sugary franchise, journalist Michelle Wakim explains.
