On the 22nd June 2025, with the support of my community, I announced my independent candidacy for the state seat of Adelaide at the upcoming 2026 election. It has been an honour of a lifetime serving as an elected member at the City of Adelaide for the last four years. It has become clear however, that many of the issues my constituents raise with me, can only be dealt with…
In 3 parts three experts with extensive experience in delivering Citizen Assemblies talk about their experience and how to make them work. There are gems in every part.
What a delight it was to talk to these two amazing people and so refreshing to share some good news about S.A. Ending the chat on a high note on their inspiring suburban garden
Beyond the white picket fence: communal living in Australia and the US Savannah Fishel has visited over 50 models of community-orientated housing, such as ecovillages, tiny home villages and cohousing. She’s on a Churchill Fellowship, learning from those who have reimagined how we can live together more collaboratively, compassionately and sustainably. With a background in health policy and public service design in the UK, she’s interested in the power of intergenerational housing…
A fascinating 2 part conversation with Melanie about what sports-washing is and the extent to which a country will go to cover up human rights abuses at home. The photograph is of an ethical events forum that was held did you know polyester can be recycled back to oil? https://www.blocktexx.com/linen-drives To find out more about ethical events go to ethicalevents.au
Another of Dr David Faber’s considered reflections on the situation in Palestine
A fascinating 2 part insight into the workings of our friends in Nightingales Urban Coup in the heart of Brunswick, just look at that wonderful communal space. I had a wonderful time there.
Darren Ray is well known across South Australia for his work as a meteorologist and climatologist for over 17 years since 2002 with the Bureau of Meteorology. He is currently doing a PhD in climate science at Adelaide University. This is compelling listening.
I was honoured to be able to record this brief interview with Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh here on unceded Kaurna land where I live. He and his wife Jessie Chang moved back to Palestine in 2008 and put their life savings towards setting up the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability of Bethlehem University. You can find out more about the Institute and the Professor at https://www.palestinenature.org a link…
Dr. Amanda Ruler is a Registered Nurse, with 45 years of clinical experience in the city and the bush. Her qualifications include a double major degree in Biology and Psychology, Honours in Psychology, PhD in research. She has been a Vice President of the Medical Association for Prevention of War (MAPW) for about 14 years. This is very interesting listening. In part 1 Amanda tells us a little about herself…
