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Teacher Quality and Student Success: A Look at Teacher Training in the Northern Territory

Sam Wilks

May 14 min read

Teacher Quality and Student Success: A Look at Teacher Training in the Northern Territory

The path forward requires a commitment to excellence in education, with a focus on elevating teacher training standards

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The Impact of PC Language on Indigenous Land Rights Discussions in the Northern Territory

Sam Wilks

Apr 303 min read

The Impact of PC Language on Indigenous Land Rights Discussions in the Northern Territory

By transcending the limitations imposed by politically correct language, we begin to uncover and implement solutions

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Land Rights and Identity Politics: Balancing Indigenous Rights and Economic Development in NT

Sam Wilks

Apr 293 min read

Land Rights and Identity Politics: Balancing Indigenous Rights and Economic Development in NT

The intersection of land rights with identity politics also invites a deep psychological and societal examination.

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Breaking the Cycle: Addressing Root Causes of Juvenile Crime in Northern Australia

Sam Wilks

Apr 284 min read

Breaking the Cycle: Addressing Root Causes of Juvenile Crime in Northern Australia

The Northern Territory provides a poignant context for these issues, with several initiatives aiming to break the cycle of juvenile delinque

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From Kinship to Crisis: Understanding Family Breakdown in the Northern Territory

Sam Wilks

Apr 273 min read

From Kinship to Crisis: Understanding Family Breakdown in the Northern Territory

The introduction of welfare dependency, for instance, has altered the incentive structures that once governed these communities.

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The Effects of Tourism on Local Cultures

Sam Wilks

Apr 264 min read

The Effects of Tourism on Local Cultures

The phenomenon of mass tourism presents a paradox of modernity: on the one hand, it signifies a burgeoning global curiosity and...

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Sam Wilks

Apr 254 min read

Psychological Aspects of Self-Defense

The biggest predators of victims in the Northern Territory, taxpayer-funded NGO's who seek to profit from the pain and suffering of others.

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Sam Wilks

Apr 254 min read

The Dark Side of Aid

The dark side of aid, characterised by NGO misconduct, poses significant ethical, social, and economic dilemmas.

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Sam Wilks

Apr 241 min read

We Still Remember them.

Under Southern Cross, they stood so brave, In lands afar, the free, the saved.

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The Role of Taxation in Income Redistribution and the potential harm it can finance.

Sam Wilks

Apr 244 min read

The Role of Taxation in Income Redistribution and the potential harm it can finance.

Critics of progressive taxation argue from the standpoint of individual rights and the dangers of excessive government intervention.

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The Dilemma of Free Speech and Censorship: A Closer Look at Social Media Dynamics in Australia

Sam Wilks

Apr 244 min read

The Dilemma of Free Speech and Censorship: A Closer Look at Social Media Dynamics in Australia

Its clear that the Australian government lacks the moral standing to criticise other nations or individuals who adhere to their own morals.

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The Effect of Eminent Domain on Housing and Communities

Sam Wilks

Apr 234 min read

The Effect of Eminent Domain on Housing and Communities

The victor today may be the population paying compensation or reparations tomorrow.

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Balancing Skepticism and Respect for Knowledge

Sam Wilks

Apr 224 min read

Balancing Skepticism and Respect for Knowledge

In the tapestry of contemporary social discourse, a delicate balance must be navigated between the invaluable tradition of scepticism—a...

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Sam Wilks

Apr 213 min read

Detecting Surveillance

In the evolving tapestry of modern society, the issue of surveillance straddles the thin line between safeguarding the public and...

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Sam Wilks

Apr 203 min read

The Art of Observation

Observation is not a passive act; it demands continuous, conscious effort. It's about maintaining a sharp awareness of one's surroundings.

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Sam Wilks

Apr 202 min read

Consequences of Judicial Activism

The pattern of leniency and disregard for the law not only undermines the concept of justice but also extends undue mercy to the guilty.

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The Impact of Anonymity on Online Civility

Sam Wilks

Apr 206 min read

The Impact of Anonymity on Online Civility

Anonymity, like a two-edged sword, wields a paradoxical influence over the tapestry of online discourse. On the one hand, it serves as a...

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Government Overreach in Personal Health Decisions

Sam Wilks

Apr 183 min read

Government Overreach in Personal Health Decisions

In the recent global turmoil, where health crises have intersected with political decisions, the line between public safety and...

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Media Influence on Cultural Transmission

Sam Wilks

Apr 173 min read

Media Influence on Cultural Transmission

In today's digital age, the role of media in shaping and transmitting cultural values cannot be overstated. Particularly in Australia, a...

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Social Media Echo Chambers and Polarisation

Sam Wilks

Apr 164 min read

Social Media Echo Chambers and Polarisation

In the contemporary digital landscape, the phenomenon of social media echo chambers has become increasingly pronounced, leading to a...

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