By: Justin Rouillon
I moved back to Queensland in December, 1987. For five years my family had been living on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, and we arrived back to a state in turmoil.
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By: Laura Bennett
With endless news about environmental issues, pollution and natural disasters linked to climate change, it’s no wonder many kids experience climate anxiety and question what the adults are doing to protect their future.
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By: Clare Bruce
Since the early-2000s hype of the ‘New Atheists’ movement went quiet, a renewed interested in spirituality began to take its place in every corner of the globe – and Australia is here for it. Read more
By: Steff Willis
In a country where the “bronzed Aussie” image has led to more skin cancer deaths than road accident fatalities, the World Health Organisation predicts a staggering 68% increase in melanoma deaths by 2040. Read more
By: Laura Bennett
25 years ago, Australian filmmaker Scott Hicks brought the story of pianist David Helfgott to life in the Academy Award nominated film, Shine. Read more
By: Laura Bennett
Although the experience of loneliness existed well before covid lockdowns and remote working were commonplace, on this side of the pandemic we’re acutely aware of the consequences of isolation, and how deeply it’s being felt. Read more
By: Russ Matthews
Throughout rock and roll history, much is written about the artists who have influenced the world, but little is known about those behind the scenes. Read more
By: Matthew Gibb
Queen Elizabeth II became an icon throughout the world. Read more
By: Georgia Free
For more than 40 years, Tim Winton AO has shaped the Australian literary landscape with classics such as Cloudstreet, Shallows and Dirt Music. Read more
By: Laura Bennett
In the year 2000, when the new millennium was celebrated with Sydney’s famous New Year’s Eve fireworks, the word “Eternity” glowed brilliantly across the Harbour Bridge. Read more