Monthly Archives: January 2020

Australia Day 2020

Posted on January 26, 2020 by Topher

Today, the twenty-sixth of January, marks the national celebration of Australia Day. The date has traditionally been a hot one, as it occurs in the middle of summer. The twenty-sixth is a designated public holiday in all states and territories … Continue reading →

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New decade, new reads

Posted on January 17, 2020 by Topher

Since my last list over a month ago, I have masticated a further three books. The previous catalogue was my ultimate of the old decade. After the turn of the New Year, this marks the first reading list of the … Continue reading →

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City of God (2002) reviewed

Posted on January 12, 2020 by Topher

I watched a few films over the holidays, with City of God probably being the best of them. Nominated for four Oscars in 2004, including Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay, the picture presents a raw and gritty portrayal of … Continue reading →

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Post 1.2020

Posted on January 4, 2020 by Topher

This marks my first post in the new decade. Previously, I managed to create one hundred and eighty-four posts, most of them in the last three years and change. It’s a brand-new year and with that comes new goals, new … Continue reading →

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