David Leser

The Whites of Their Eyes

The Whites of Their Eyes is a compelling anthology of 22 remarkable individuals – from Richard...
Mar 17, 1999

Xena, Warrior Princess

She’s a feminist role model, a hit with the kids and a lesbian icon. Most men don’t mind...
Jan 30, 1999

Who’s Afraid of Alan Jones

He led the Wallabies to glory and inspired schoolboys to win glittering prizes. On radio, his words...
Nov 14, 1998

Welcome to Australia

They came to us full of hope. Skilled, committed migrants, grateful for the invitation. But no-one w...
Sep 12, 1998

Kim Beazley

Fat, cuddly, long-winded, affable Kim Beazley wanted to lead Australia. Here David Leser looks at po...
Sep 10, 1998

John Howard

John Howard says he loves Bob Dylan. For the music, not the lyrics. This article explores the charac...
Sep 3, 1998

Something so Strong: The Rise and Rise of Neil Finn

Crowded House seemed unstoppable; then Neil Finn decided to pull the plug and return to New Zealand....
Jun 20, 1998

Fran Peavey and the Politics of the Heart

Founder of the international movement, Heart Politics, Fran Peavey is delicious, living proof that a...
May 20, 1998

Gina Rinehart and Rose Porteous: A Battle of Wills

Fate has given Gina Rinehart both blessings and curses – unimaginable wealth and poisoned pers...
Apr 16, 1998

Michael Kroger: The Player

He’s friends with Peter Costello, James Packer and Malcolm Fraser. He has connections, a taste...
Dec 6, 1997