There was a long history of Aboriginal labour, ingenuity and co-operation assisting the newcomers to their land. Continue reading
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The Brothers O’Shea: becoming stardust
We are struck by the extent of the brothers’ influence on both their adopted countries. They made a difference. They added to the community and to the culture. Continue reading
Agallaimh le Scríbhneoirí na Gaeilge/Interviews with Irish Language Writers
Childhood memories, family, grief, the beauty of nature, climate change and war are my main themes. I write to make sense of life and to shape my memories and feelings. I have a lyrical style of writing. Continue reading
Marion Mahony Griffin in America and Australia: Transnational Modern Architect
Marion Mahony Griffin, talented Irish-American architect, teacher and environmentalist is better known perhaps in Australia than in the US. Continue reading
Irish homestead names in Australia
While many Irish place names in Australia remain unchanged, especially those of populated areas and permanent geographical features, the names of homesteads are more likely to change. A homestead in Australia is usually a house and pastoral property. Some placename websites separate the homestead from the land, and some call a homestead a ‘station’. Continue reading
Memories of Our Old House
Who can forget the smell of the Ulster fry of bacon, eggs and fadges completely soaked in gravy? Continue reading
Poetry Corner: Michael Boyle, Colette Ní Ghallchóir, Seán Ó Coistealbha, Eda Hamilton
We heard you read local poets
McNiece, Larkin, Rodgers. Told us of
Hewitt’s ox and goat metaphor
for Northern Ireland. Continue reading
A Win, Eventually, for the Yolŋu
The central thesis of Clare Wright’s history of the Yolŋu Bark Petitions is that the Yolŋu people were not consulted prior to the granting of the leases to the bauxite deposits on the Gove Peninsula. Continue reading
Trying too hard to reach Gen Z?
Whilst it’s essential to connect with the younger generation readers and to have continued relevance, Intermezzo feels as though Rooney is trying just a bit too hard to connect with the Gen Z readers Continue reading
What’s on April/May and beyond
What’s On at the Celtic Club Melbourne The Celtic Club is an organization that celebrates and supports pride in Irish heritage and culture, as well as the broader Celtic community. We provide opportunities for our members and guests to benefit from, learn about, and enjoy Gaelic language, Irish music, art, culture, and more. For further information … Continue reading
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