On the fourteenth of September, NSW communities will go to the polls to elect our local shire councillors. These people will be the elected officials who work for the good (hopefully) of their local communities. They form 'Local Government.' Like all elections in Australia, the elections will be overseen by the Australian Electoral Commission, an … Continue reading Electoral Mishaps, and Other Stuff
Politics
It’s About Us
A week ago I wrote a post called It's Not About Me. This last week has been momentous - everywhere. While the global pandemic continues, the spotlight this week has been shifted to #BlackLivesMatter. The catalyst has been the death of George Floyd in the US. Here in Australia, we've seen protests as well - … Continue reading It’s About Us
Interconnectedness
The world can be a complicated place. Now in my fifties, I often think this. I suppose we all do to some extent. It's not thinking about 'the good old days' as such, but contemplating just how much our world has changed since I was born. Quite a few things have happened when I think … Continue reading Interconnectedness
Where to start…
When I was contemplating this post, I was in two minds what to write about. For those readers who might not know, I live in Australia. Yesterday all of Australia went to the polls to vote in our Federal election. I did think that not many would be interested in the election, but I think … Continue reading Where to start…
Leonie Rogers 