Michael Stuchbery
Mike Stuchbery is a writer, teacher and occasional activist living in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
Mike began teaching in 2003 and has worked in state and independent schools around Melbourne. Between teaching stints, he’s worked in advertising, social media start-ups and as a researcher for some of Australia’s peak museums and galleries.
He has a special interest in politics, social trends, youth affairs and mental health and has a knack for stirring up trouble.
Articles by Michael Stuchbery
How the oldies are turning off the kids of today
Sophie Mirabella is quite right to express dismay and disappointment at the recent findings of the Lowy Institute, that two…... Read more
Bullies in suits unleash their uniformed henchmen
I’d like to thank the Occupy Melbourne protesters, from the bottom of my heart. They’ve opened my eyes. It’s not…... Read more
A teacher speaks: chalk schoolies up to experience
The last few weeks have seen the annual surge of stories talking about the dangers facing young adults celebrating the…... 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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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
