We see The Big Smoke company as a capital city for the 21st century. We’re all about cutting through the noises and mazes to have a distinctive cultural impact and connect people with things they’ll love.
Our aim is to provide a single platform that acts as a stage for the voicing of varied, topical and interesting opinions. The pool of writers at The Big Smoke are generally not journalists, although some write for a living. We draw on some of the finest minds in the country – both young and old, emerging and famous. Our contributors come from all walks of life – comedians, barristers, students, politicians, business owners, academics – the list is almost endless.
We publish content that we may not agree with. We don’t censor, we provide a platform for debate. We cater towards discerning readers who want to access ideas differently.
We have a sister site in the United States run by Editor Greg Gerding. You can check out The Big Smoke America here.
The Big Smoke also runs the program TBS Next Gen, where kids aged 8-18 write thought-provoking articles for The Big Smoke while being mentored by professionals. You can view their articles here, and please see below Giselle Atlas discussing her articles on The Big Smoke for Channel 7.
See here also for TBS Next Gen writer, Eloise, and her article on The Big Smoke being mentioned in Parliament (December 2017)
The Big Smoke is a unique urban vehicle connecting writers, readers and brands across Australia.
By bringing together engaged audiences, influencers, brands and content that actually converts – we are connecting brands with their audiences. We work with brands in data-driven simple ways to ensure they are tapping into the myriad of digital opportunities in a cost effective and transparent way. See here for more information.
The Big Smoke is dedicated to promoting the arts, creatives, and entertainment because we know that if these things flourish, everyone else will too.
We work fervently to tailor our power in a way that connects people with the energy, vibrancy, and thrills of culture.
The Big Smoke – Belleford Group Pty Ltd
PO Box 286
Double Bay, NSW 1360
Founder and Publisher
Alexandra Tselios
TBS Advisory Board
Mike Zeederberg | Philippa Lewis | Roger Pugh
Editor-in-Chief, Australia
Mathew Mackie
editor @ thebigsmoke.com.au
Editor-in-Chief, USA
Greg Gerding
editor @ thebigsmoke.com
Deputy Editor
Simon Dawes
Gordon William Smith
Editor for TBS Next Gen
Loretta Barnard
Loretta.Barnard @ thebigsmoke.com.au
Business Development Manager
Vince Lam
Vince.lam@thebigsmoke.com.au
Director of Native Advertising
Roger Pugh
Roger.Pugh@thebigsmoke.com.au
Account Director
Jenna Martin
Media and PR
Amana Hart
Hailee Walker
Hailee.Walker@thebigsmoke.com.au
Content Coordinators
Victoria Cotman
Creative and Branded Content
Brandon Biddle
Matt Reddin
Bronte O’Brien
Political Analyst
Nicholas Harrington
Social Media Manager
Sam Blacker
A percentage of our house advertising is represented by Tselios Media Group.