Remembering Robert Macklin – truth, courage and clarity Pearls and Irritations contributor Robert Macklin has died aged 84. His brilliant writing combined political critique, historical insight and moral urgency, leaving a lasting mark on Australian public debate.

Robert Macklin’s writing pulled no punches. From AUKUS and climate to history and power, he brought clarity, courage and moral urgency to Australian public debate. His voice will be deeply missed, writes Jessica Perini.
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What is the next chapter for Australia’s embattled writers festivals? The cancellation of Adelaide Writers’ Week has exposed how culture wars, funding pressures and climate risk are reshaping Australia’s literary festivals – and putting their future in doubt.

The collapse of Adelaide Writers’ Week was not an isolated incident. Across Australia, writers festivals are facing pressure from culture wars, funding scarcity and climate risk, Alice Grundy writes.
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