Since the shenanigans of Good Friday in the Victorian Parliament many may be asking why hasn’t the ACL spoken out and condemned the actions of the government or the opposition?

We once thought these stories lay at the fringes. Passing fads that could never take hold. Amusements to be mocked and passed over.

Yesterday The Australian reported that the University of Sydney Union, one of Australia’s most prestigious debating clubs, will field teams in 2018 that are comprised mostly of “non-cis-males, wom*n, and persons marginalised by white supremacy.”

Thousands of people – men, women, young people, and children – marched with purpose through the streets of Brisbane City on Sunday, in a very public display of their support of life.

“Professor Peterson has really helped me rediscover meaning. He’s been like pastor Peterson to me.”

Marcus is a young man in his mid-30s, sitting next to me at Dr Jordan Peterson’s sold out Sydney lecture. Like the scores of others present – mostly young men – he has paid $150 and battled Sydney’s congestion to be here.

Perhaps the most striking thing about Billy Graham is his legacy.

We all know of someone who was converted or profoundly touched by Graham’s ministry, especially his crusades.

In a world dominated by virtue signalling and externals, it is not often that the political conversation turns to questions of character.

First the truth was avoided by many in media and public life.

Then it was stymied by claims that one’s private life ought to remain private.

As the incoming Managing Director, it is difficult to put into words the gratitude I feel towards Lyle Shelton for his leadership and courage.

Working in close quarters with him over the last three and a half years, I’ve admired his determination, energy and boundless optimism in the face of immense opposition.