• The Road to Patagonia (movie review)

    The Road to Patagonia (movie review)

    “The Road to Patagonia” is a travel documentary that follows Melbourne dude Matty Hannon on his journey by motorbike and horse to surf the west coast of the Americas. The film explores themes of love, life, and environmental consciousness as Hannon’s journey intersects with the life of Heather Hillier, a permaculture farmer who becomes his…

  • Wild rides through Victoria

    Wild rides through Victoria

    The thrum of my Suzuki V-Strom 1000 was a familiar sound as I pulled out of Fitzroy, Melbourne, ready for adventure. Marysville was the first stop, easing me into the journey with its charm and hint of the tougher terrain to come. But even here, the air carried a sense of change, of leaving the…

  • The night falls in the evening lands, the Assange epic conference (review)

    The night falls in the evening lands, the Assange epic conference (review)

    Today, I attended an excellent, uplifting and informative conference. The Night Falls in the Evening Lands, The Assange Epic conference, held on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, focused on the plight of Julian Assange and issues related to human rights, freedom of the press, and international law. The main topics…

  • 5 politcal aspects of AI

    5 politcal aspects of AI

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significant political implications, which can be categorised into key aspects: 1: AI and Democracy: AI has the potential to reshape democratic processes. For instance, AI tools can generate political campaign contributions autonomously, and AI-generated opinions could influence political preferences. However, there are concerns about the impact of AI on democratic values,…

  • Kangaroo highway: A journey through Australia’s Christmas landscape

    Kangaroo highway: A journey through Australia’s Christmas landscape

    A 10-day road trip through the heart of Australia’s landscapes to Kangaroo Island over Christmas was a transformative adventure. From the avian cacophony of Bimbi Park Campground to the seal colony on Kangaroo Island, the journey offered a glimpse of Australia’s vast, raw beauty. The road trip was not just a physical journey but also…

  • Road trip to Kangaroo Island

    Road trip to Kangaroo Island

    The Christmas season in Australia is marked by scorching sun and long drives on roads that cut through hillbilly towns and sun-kissed vistas. This is a time to explore, recharge and experience the great nothingness that Australia offers in abundance. The Aussie Road trip is a sacred ritual that celebrates the spirit of exploration and…