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Simon Royal

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The witches of Milendella

In the craggy hills of the eastern Mt Lofty Ranges, live the witches of Milendella. Simon Royal explains what they tell about our history – both recent and ancient.

Pictures of power: Mortality, mercy and malevolence

The mystique of the American presidency owes much to photography. Simon Royal reflects on powerful images of the past and how everything has changed in the Trump era.

"The picture proves, beyond doubt, there’s no Dorian Grey-like enchanted portrait growing old and gnarly in my attic."

The Snapshot

An old photograph brings up memories of love, loss and chance encounters for journalist Simon Royal.

The beautiful fools who love dogs

A few months after the death of his beloved dog Hayley, Simon Royal writes about the absurdity and beauty of the fleeting relationships between humans and their dogs.