According to a study using census data from nine countries, religion is set for extinction. The data, stretching back as far as a century from countries that have included a census question on religious affiliation, reflect a steady rise in those claiming no religious affiliation. Researchers using a technique called non-linear dynamics have predicted that religion …
Faith in Australian society
On Monday, the Australian Human Rights Commission launched its latest publication, Freedom of religion and Belief in 21st Century Australia. The report, prepared for the Commission by the Australian Multicultural Foundation, offers no formal recommendations but provides a snapshot of attitudes on religion, and highlights a number of apparent challenges facing contemporary Australia in relation …
Julia Gillard a “cultural traditionalist”
To the surprise of many of the Labor faithful, and indeed to the surprise and delight of many people of faith, Prime Minister Julia Gillard revealed to the nation this week that she is a “cultural traditionalist.” Ms Gillard said she was raised in “a quite conservative family” in Adelaide, and her parents instilled in …
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We need more conviction politicians
If I were to say to you that politics is an honourable and worthwhile vocation, you might think I'm mad, or simple, or you might just say, "Not in NSW!" But the fact remains that we need government, and laws, and regulations, and even politicians and elections, to maintain a prosperous, free and well ordered …
Switch off for Earth Hour 2011
At 8.30 pm on Saturday March 26, electric lights and appliances will be switched off for one hour across Sydney, and around the globe, to celebrate Earth Hour, now in its fifth year. Earth Hour is a community event to raise awareness of the need to take action on climate change. Yes, there are the …
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