abc.net.au
Kings Cross in Sydney has a reputation as the the home of sex workers, strip clubs and organised crime. But what is it really like today? A new walking tour takes participants on a journey through the legal and social history of the area recounting how the area has changed over time, as laws have changed and society has changed. Two of the tour guides share some of the highlights of the tour.
Guests:
Joanna Megan, sex-worker and CEO of the Sex Worker Outreach Project
Katie Green, CEO of the Inner City Legal Centre
You can join the waitlist for a spot on the tour here: Sex Work: A Legal and Social History Walking Tour
2 months ago
abc.net.au
After Japan's recent election, there are now 73 women in the lower house of parliament. While this is the highest number yet, it still is only 15%. Japan ranks 118 out of 146 countries when it comes to gender equality. Why do women in such a wealthy and highly educated country still struggle to get into positions of power in Japan?
Guest: Freelance journalist and activist, Chie Matsumoto
6 months ago
abc.net.au
When the editors of the Oxford English Dictionary decided to crowdsource for the words to be included in the dictionary they probably did not expect murderers, lunatics and pornographers to respond or such a significant number of women. Over 3000 people contributed words and now their identities have been revealed.
Guest: Sarah Ogilvie, author of The Dictionary People: The unsung heroes who created the Oxford English Dictionary
over 1 year ago
abc.net.au
The former radio and TV broadcaster was part of many memorable moments at the ABC, including covering the Olympics and broadcasting from a telephone exchange.
almost 3 years ago
abc.net.au
From seductive sirens in ancient Greece to Disney’s Ariel, our fascination with mermaids has spanned centuries and cultures. But lesser known are the ancient Indigenous mermaid stories from our own country, which still hold meaning today.
almost 7 years ago
abc.net.au
As it embarks on its annual fundraising weekend, one of the our oldest charities is facing claims of child sexual abuse. The Salvo's has at least one known paedophile in its ranks. Sarah Dingle investigates.
almost 11 years ago
abc.net.au
More than a thousand asylum seekers have died trying to get to Australia by boat. But how many of them could have been saved? Australia’s search and rescue authorities stand accused of unnecessary delays, disregarding distress calls and passing responsibility to Indonesia, which is not equipped to carry out rescue operations. Jess Hill investigates.
over 11 years ago
abc.net.au
Australian clothing retailers have been called to account over their use of dangerous and abusive factories in Bangladesh. Unions and big investors alike are demanding changes and Kmart has been the first to respond, pledging to open its overseas factories to scrutiny. Di Martin examines an industry that’s long resisted giving details of its supply chain.
almost 12 years ago
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