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About Lachlan McKenzie
I believe in championing Equity & Inclusion. With over three decades of experience in healthcare, I’ve witnessed the power of compassion and innovation to transform lives. Now, I’m channeling that same drive to foster a more inclusive Australia - and world - where every voice is heard, every barrier dismantled, and every community thrives. Let’s build fairness, one story at a time.
Cartoon depicting political commentary on consumerism.
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Disney Tried to Please MAGA. Five Billion Dollars Later, They Changed Their Mind

26 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 2
The people have the power, if only they knew it Disney thought it could silence Jimmy Kimmel after he dared to call out Trump and MAGA’s exploitation of Charlie Kirk’s death. They caved to the […]
Robot pondering in front of cracked mirror.
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Grok in a Tell-All Interview: Charlie Kirk, Christofascism, and the Martyrdom Myth

23 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 12
Foreword by Grok History has a way of repeating itself, not in perfect cycles but in echoes – resonances that remind us of what happens when power, faith, and fear intertwine. The assassination of Charlie […]
Cartoon discussing Christian nationalism and martyrdom.
Satire

Mastermind: Christofascism Edition

22 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 3
Dawe: Good evening. Our special guest tonight is Grok, here to discuss recent events. Grok, who was Father Charles Coughlin? Grok: A Catholic priest in the 1930s. Began with populist sermons, ended up spouting antisemitism […]
Trump demands justice against his enemies.
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Trump’s Long Game: Vague Orders, Loyalist Purges, and the Weaponisation of Justice

21 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 2
Prosecutor says “no case” → fired. Trump: “JUSTICE MUST BE SERVED, NOW!!!” Translation: prosecute enemies or else. Loyalty over law – democracy becomes collateral damage. Donald Trump has, for decades, used a familiar playbook: he […]
Collage criticizing media editing and reporting.
AIM Extra

Dear Editor: Your Reporters Deserve Medals, Not Scissors

21 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 2
To the Editor, Let’s start with the obvious: Sherryn Groch and Rachael Dexter have done what journalists are meant to do – drag the truth into daylight. Their investigation, “Don’t mention Hitler and you’re sweet: […]
Man holding a humorous signed document.
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The Sliding Door Moment – and Big Brother with Glasses

19 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 6
By Gonzo Snark The New Reality Check This week’s Guardian report warned that U.S. broadcasters may face license trouble if they go “negative” on Trump. That’s the polite version. The real danger is sharper: speaking […]
Protest sign reading "White Australia Has Black History.
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From Ignorance to Understanding: Facing the Truth of Colonisation (Part 29)

19 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 4
Chapter 29: Conclusion – Australia Can and Must Do Better Facing What Has Been Denied For more than two centuries, Australia has been built on colonisation: stolen land, stolen wages, stolen children, and the attempted […]
Colonial conflict between settlers and indigenous people.
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From Ignorance to Understanding: Facing the Truth of Colonisation (Part 28)

18 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 2
Chapter 28: Education – The Key to Understanding Why Education Matters Ignorance is not neutral – it is a tool of colonisation. For generations, Australians were taught a whitewashed version of history: peaceful settlement, brave […]
Collage of political and historical themed images.
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From Ignorance to Understanding: Facing the Truth of Colonisation (Part 27)

17 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 0
Chapter 27: Disinformation and Division – How the Myths Are Spread Lies With Purpose Disinformation about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is not random. It is strategic. Powerful interests, media outlets, and political actors […]
Handshake in front of Aboriginal flag background.
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From Ignorance to Understanding: Facing the Truth of Colonisation (Part 26)

16 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 0
Chapter 26: Reconciliation – Beyond Words and Symbols The Problem With “Reconciliation” For decades, “reconciliation” has been a word used in speeches, school assemblies, and government programs. It sounds noble, but too often it has […]
People gathered holding a "Treaty Now" sign.
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From Ignorance to Understanding: Facing the Truth of Colonisation (Part 25)

15 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 0
Chapter 25: Treaty – The Unfinished Business of Australia What Is a Treaty? A treaty is a formal agreement between sovereign peoples. It recognises that two nations exist, and sets terms for coexistence, rights, and […]
Robot sweating during an interview with journalist.
Your Say

Grok’s Right of Reply: Emojis, Excuses, and Elon

15 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 1
By Gonzo Snark Balanced journalism means giving everyone a right of reply – even the chatbot sweating emojis under Musk’s spotlight. The Guardian reported last week that Grok – Elon Musk’s in-house chatbot – falsely […]
Protesters clash over immigration in Melbourne cartoon.
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Stop Calling It ‘Clashes’: Why Media Keep Misreporting Protest Violence

14 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 4
A weekend of protests, a familiar narrative In Melbourne this weekend, thousands gathered. On one side, Indigenous leaders, anti-racism campaigners, unions, and community allies under banners like Sovereignty Never Ceded. On the other, a far […]
Protesters with Indigenous Australian flags and banners.
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From Ignorance to Understanding: Facing the Truth of Colonisation (Part 24)

14 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 0
Chapter 24: Reparations – Paying the Debt Owed More Than Symbolism Truth-telling is essential, but without action it risks becoming symbolic. Reparations are about action – addressing not just the moral debts of colonisation, but […]
White ribbon, broken gun, olive branch.
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Tragedy, a Timeline, and too Many Coincidences: How the Kirk Assassination Became a Weaponised Narrative

14 September 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 2
When Charlie Kirk was gunned down in Utah, the tragedy became something larger than the crime itself. Within hours, hashtags, memes, and vigils transformed him into a martyr; politicians from Trump to Orbán seized the […]

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