Their schools were known for their tough discipline, but they deserve the country’s thanks. Continue reading
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Editorial
To follow the very popular Orphan Girls, Tinteán plans a new series on Irish legal practitioners in Australia, and is seeking nominations of interesting and writers. Continue reading
Taking Stock
Australia has had 4 deaths per million of population. The corresponding figure for Ireland is 276. Continue reading
The Hermit Priest
A book about an Irish hermit and priest who spent 47 years in the West Australian desert and opened cross-cultural religious dialogue with indigenous Australians. Continue reading
New Irish Fiction
Two newish Irish fiction writers making waves globally. Continue reading
A Poem For the Times
This is the time to be slow Lie low to the wall Until the bitter weather passes. Try as best you can not to let The wire brush of doubt Scrape from your heart All sense of yourself And your hesitant light. If you remain generous Time will come good, And you will find your … Continue reading
Poetry as Autobiography
Poetry and Paul Kelly’s preferences provide insight into the singer/songwriter’s mind. Continue reading
An Informer Speaks. Two Reviews
Willie Carlin was an ex-British soldier who worked for Sinn Fein Continue reading
Gaeilge – Grá mo Chroí
I find myself on the road again, here in Australia, and speaking Irish daily once more. Continue reading
From the Papers
Where Numbers Tell a Story Sinn Fein fielded 42 candidates; 37 were successful. Dublin West: Paul Donnelly (SF) 12,456, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar 8,478 Dublin north west: Dessie Ellis (SF) 14,375. Next was Roisin Shortall 6,124 Dublin Central: Mary Lou McDonald (SF) 11,223; Pascal Donohoe (FG) 4,181 Dublin Bay North: Denise Mitchell (SF) 21,344. Richard Bruton, … Continue reading