Melbourne’s coronavirus curve is going in the right direction (down) and the prospect of restrictions easing is palpable. As many of us ponder the prospect to returning to pre-lockdown life what do we think of […]
Author: Peter Barrett
Freelance writer on food and culture, hack, dad, drummer, gardener, off-duty dandy and possible ratbag
A love letter to live music
Melbourne is the capital of the most progressive state in Australia, we have a diverse mix of cultures and languages, our food and drink scene is unparalleled and (aussie rules) footy is a religion. But […]
beyond lockdown: big ideas for covid-normal melbourne
I talked to a range of smart people recently for this RACV RoyalAuto story about how Melbourne might be able to live with COVID-19 without a vaccine. It was published on 1 September 2020 and, since then, […]
Domain Review cover story: Elliot Perlman
My interview with Melbourne lawyer-turned-author Elliot Perlman featured on the Domain Review cover this week. COVID-19 restrictions have delayed the print edition, so here’s a link to the story (also pasted below), as well as pics […]
The kids are alright
My beautiful wife and home education wiz Em has started this game, with challenges varying everyday and a weekly trophy winner. Photo: Pete Barrett I had an article published in the Age and the SMH […]
Jill Baker’s debut book on cancer, grief and her best mate, Harry
Australian journalist Jill Baker, author of A Dog Called Harry, and Harry the pup. Photo: Julian Kingma. Here’s my review of former newspaper editor Jill Baker’s book on serving grief and cancer with the help of one […]
East Gippsland calling
Bonang Road, Orbost, after bushfire moved through the area. Photo: Greg Briggs. I’m proud to have contributed to Domain’s “Road to recovery” special edition out today and tomorrow. The travel guide is designed to promote […]
Where to eat and drink in Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington’s Hiakai pop-up restaurant specialises in hangi-cooked dishes using indigenous ingredients. Photo: Amber-Jayne Bain. The second of two chef interviews I did last year for Good Food at the Estrella Damm Gastronomy Congress ran this week […]
The burning question: what will be left of Victoria’s rainforests?
Hugh and Nan Nicholson in a fire-stricken area of Terania Creek in November. (Photo by Terri Nicholson) The extent and ferociousness of recent bushfires in Australia has been devastating. It’s taken lives, destroyed homes and […]
Heavy weather: How can we end division over climate protests?
My story in the Sunday Age today looks at how history may help us create consensus on action to counter global warming. Picture of Extinction Rebellion protester Daniel Bleakley by Justin McManus. By Peter Barrett […]
