“We’re very upset”: International students condemn Alan Jones’ insensitive remarks
COMMENTS by Sydney radio shock jock Alan Jones are inaccurate and will damage the perception of international students, advocates say. Luke Henriques-Gomes reports.
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“Voices will soar” at the SheppARTon Festival
THIS March, the SheppARTon Festival will be celebrating multiculturalism, as well as featuring an elaborate Indigenous program that will give you the chance to get to know another side of regional Victoria. Luke Henriques-Gomes has the details.
A Night Like No Other: White Night Melbourne 2013
This Saturday, Melbourne will be transformed into a 24-hour cultural mecca as the city goes nocturnal for the White Night festival. Luke Henriques-Gomes has more.
Financial limbo puts international students from Iran under huge stress
IRANIAN students are dropping classes, working unmanageable hours and facing anxiety and depression after financial sanctions were placed on the embattled nation early last year. Luke Henriques-Gomes has more.
The Weekender: November 23 – 25
From the inspiring sounds of Mongolian hip-hop to the clatter and crash of a roller derby, there’s stacks of fun to be had this weekend. Luke Henriques-Gomes has more.
The Weekender: November 9 – 11
Painting and pizza, power pop from Perth and innovative media art – there’s plenty to see and do in Melbourne this weekend. Luke Henriques-Gomes has the details.
The Weekender: October 26 – 28
Celebrate 10 years of Federation Square with Stonefield, get zombified for a day or enjoy the fun and colour of a Primary School fete. Luke Henriques-Gomes has more.
The Weekender: October 12 – 14
WHETHER you step into Malaysia through food and music, enjoy the fun and frivolity of Oktoberfest or see some classic Aussie indie rock, there’s plenty to see and do this weekend. Luke Henriques-Gomes has the details.
The Weekender: September 28 – 30
LEARN to juggle like a pro, see some of Melbourne’s most left-field art, or be dazzled by one of Melbourne’s best emerging hip-hop artists. With plenty to do this Grand Final weekend, Luke Henriques-Gomes has the details.
The Weekender: September 14 – 16
EVER wanted to dress up like a pirate and trawl the city for hidden treasures? Or spend a day salsa-ing and eating cheesy tacos? Well you’ll have your chance this weekend! Luke Henriques-Gomes has more.
The Weekender: August 31 – September 2
THIS weekend, get out of your PJs, turn off that TV and live a little! Why not head to a medieval battleground, watch some face-melting rock ‘n’ roll, or maybe even learn how to ‘upcycle’ your old clothes? Luke Henriques-Gomes tells you how.
The Weekender: August 17 – 19
Escape to a country market, see how your favourite video games are made or catch a glimpse of the future Miss China-Australia. Luke Henriques-Gomes has the details.