Steve Wilkinson
Steve Wilkinson is an online editor for a magazine publisher on the NSW Central Coast. He’s also worked as a cartoonist, copywriter, and cop. He left the latter to pursue creative endeavours and grow his hair long. He now regularly submits articles to magazines and newspapers and hopes with the fruits of his labour he’ll soon be able to afford to get his hair cut again. You can find more of Steve’s work on his blog: http://www.stevebeingsteve.com
Articles by Steve Wilkinson
Generation fame: when a real job just isn’t enough
If Dickens was alive he’d concede talent counts for little and intelligence for less in one’s bid to become famous…... Read more
Me, my self-help and I - a Christmas lament
As we tumble towards the festive season, on the back of an interest rate hike, with a bleak Christmas predicted…... Read more
How to avoid being attacked by a sea lion
Anyone who thinks a sea lion’s bark is worse than its bite should have a chat with Jack Lister, 11,…... Read more
The Purple Rain falls mainly on his brain
“The internet’s completely over.” But don’t panic my Facebook friends – both of you – for this is the Gospel…... Read more
Google, where’s the credit for all my hard work?
About two years ago, when I wasn’t ready, you took a photo of my then ramshackle house and posted it…... Read more
Man vs MasterChef
With My Kitchen Rules coming to an end, news of the return of MasterChef couldn’t have been timelier. For quality…... Read more
Just let cops do their jobs
As a former police officer with ten years service and a number of pursuits under my belt, I feel qualified…... Read more
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Abbott’s crass logic: trash the Parliament in order save it
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Our special forces don’t always need special treatment
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I have no problem paying my taxes. As a single, childless person on a very decent income, I can afford it and not have my life severely altered. Plus I understand that my taxes paying for things like schools, childcare and infrastructure is ultimately a good thing. A better community is better for me… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
They must pay for one’s bitter disappointments
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