Kate Dorrell
Kate Dorrell studied psychology, English and journalism and is mid-way through a Masters of Creative Writing. She’s worked in London as a copywriter and journalist before returning to Sydney and moving into public relations. She spent most of her 20s overseas, having also lived in Ireland, Canada and the US. She is the Surry-Hill-latte-sipping type and likes art galleries, snowboarding and running. Kate recently made a short film Man vs Surry Hills (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHFbpCgHGlg) which is, according to people who comment on YouTube, ‘lame’ and ‘not funny’. All views on The Punch are her own. Follow her on Twitter - @KateDorrell
Articles by Kate Dorrell
You can be a real vegetarian part time - no Facon
There are two reasons to eat less meat: its consumption is causing environmental problems and it’s bad for our health.…... Read more
Boob jobs: When plastic is really not so fantastic
A breast augmentation is a woman’s right. It’s her choice. It’s her body. It’s empowering. But a penis enlargement is…... Read more
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Good morning Punchers. After four years of excellent fun and great conversation, this is the final post…
Will Pope Francis have the vision to tackle this?
I have had some close calls, one that involved what looked to me like an AK47 pointed my way, followed…
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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choice ringside rantings
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
