James Schloeffel
James is a freelance writer from Melbourne. He has written for a number of Australian and international publications on topics as diverse as how Parliament could be turned into a reality TV show, Barbie’s 50th Anniversary and where to drink coffee in Buenos Aires.
James also works as a freelance copywriter and marketer and is the creator of satirical news service http://www.theshovel.com.au
Articles by James Schloeffel
Let’s stop sitting on the asylum seeker fence
Our politicians’ tears last week may have been genuine, but their proposals to fix Australia’s refugee boat problem were not.…... Read more
Junking the junk in junk food
There was a time when putting ‘healthy choice’ and ‘McDonalds’ in the same sentence was considered an oxymoron. Then it…... Read more
The definitive summer reading guide for our pollies
With Parliament over for the year and Christmas just around the corner, our politicians will be looking forward to a…... Read more
Kim Kardashian 1: No news would be good news
In the past week over 400 people have died in floods in Thailand, three Australian soldiers were killed in Afghanistan…... Read more
There’s a fine line between genius and prickdom
Your workplace, circa 2000. Employee: “I’ve got an idea for an entertainment device that can hold an entire music collection.…... Read more
Being a pushy parent’s a tough gig
In a wake-up-call for pushy parents around the world, Eden Wood, the world’s most famous beauty pageant contestant, announced her…... Read more
Uh oh, we’re gonna need a new Chief Enemy of the West
Position Vacant. One (1) Villain. A unique, high-profile opportunity has arisen for the role of Chief Enemy of the West.…... Read more
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Advocating risk management is not “victim blaming”
In a world in which there are still people who subscribe to the vile notion that certain victims of sexual…
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From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go
Tim says:
They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go
Kel says:
If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
Superman needs saving
Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more
