For Aboriginal people living in Australia's Top End, water lilies are more than pretty flowers. The freshwater people who live there fish amongst them, savour their nutty taste and use them as seasonal indicators. And now the blue-flowering lilies (Nymphaea immutabilis) are the subject of an exhibition of artwork at Sydney's Botanic Gardens.

With World Youth Day approaching, it's not only the pious who are preparing for the arrival of Pope Benedict XVI in Sydney. A group of gay, atheist, socialist and religious activists are also gearing up for the six day event. On July 15, when WYD begins, the group, calling itself the NoToPope Coalition, will launch its own campaign.

It is safe to say Jeremy Snyder gets a charge out of the two-seat Tesla Roadster whenever he pulls one off the lot - and not because it's equipped with an all-electric engine.