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Thursday 10 April, 2008

R.I.P John Button

I just wanted to write a short post to note the passing of The Hon. John Button. While it would be hypocritical of me to complain of the media's (excessive?) discussion of his passionate devotion to the Cats, he should also be remembered for his services to Melbourne's literary community. He was a fine writer and he did a lot of work as Chair of the Melbourne Writer's Festival. He was a festival patron until his death. His death is a real loss and he will be missed.

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Apr 10

R.I.P John Button

I just wanted to write a short post to note the passing of The Hon. John Button. While it would be hypocritical of me to complain of the media's (excessive?) discussion of his passionate devotion to the Cats, he should...More»

Apr 05

Martini good, film bad

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Apr 03

Storm

Yesterday in Melbourne was insane. I didn't feel so sad about the flower show being upended, because that seemed to me like the Carlton Gardens getting revenge on the constant indignities visited upon it. But the gardens themselves copped a...More»