I have to admit I have been really struggling with feelings of heaviness, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes I can feel the weight of the world at the moment. It’s a heavy place to be and it just seems like I can’t escape tough conversations and constant opinions even for a second. Continue reading “Turn It Off”
Tragedy Shows Us Humans Are Compelled to Help: ‘A Fire Inside’ Book and Doco
By: Laura Bennett
The fire season of 2019 into 2020 was harrowing. It’s the worst we’ve seen in recent history, and, as it prompted conversations about caring for country, climate change and environmental conservation, it also showcased the fiercely resilient Australian spirit. Continue reading “Tragedy Shows Us Humans Are Compelled to Help: ‘A Fire Inside’ Book and Doco”
The #1 Money Regret Most Australians Have About Their Finances
By: McCrindle
The topic of financial health is one that many Australians put off for another day. So much so that the number one financial regret of Australians is not prioritising their financial health earlier in life. Continue reading “The #1 Money Regret Most Australians Have About Their Finances”
Finding Hope: A Young Man Improving Lives Through Science Textbooks
By: Georgia Free
Corey Tutt lives and breathes his passion for science. A proud Indigenous man, 29-year-old Corey has worked among animals since he was 16 – as a zookeeper, alpaca shearer and an animal technician. He’s also the founder of Deadly Science – an initiative which has seen 16,000 science books sent to remote Indigenous schools across Australia. Continue reading “Finding Hope: A Young Man Improving Lives Through Science Textbooks”
Mental Health Month Movie Challenge
By: Ally Barnes
As many have travelled through lockdown, the realities of mental health have come to the forefront of our lives. Continue reading “Mental Health Month Movie Challenge”
How Not To Fight Cancel Culture
By: Akos Balogh
Peter Boghossian was a professor of philosophy at Portland State University, where he taught for ten years. Continue reading “How Not To Fight Cancel Culture”
Where Will Aussies Be Travelling When Borders Reopen?
By: McCrindle
The desire to travel runs deep within the Australian psyche. Australia, known as the ‘land down under’, is an island continent far away from other nations. Yet digital technology has made international destinations more desirable than ever before. Australia is also comprised of culturally diverse and globally connected citizens, many who have rich backgrounds and connections to other countries. Continue reading “Where Will Aussies Be Travelling When Borders Reopen?”
Cashing In: What Blockchain Will Mean For Our Dollars and Cents
By: Michael McQueen
Blockchain has steadily grown in popularity over the last couple of years. Bitcoin’s value soared over 70% in 2020 and is projected to reach a price of US$66,000 by the end of this year. With low transaction fees, limited institutional involvement, and ease of use, blockchain presents an attractive opportunity for spenders across the world. But what will this new currency mean for the future of our notes and coins? Continue reading “Cashing In: What Blockchain Will Mean For Our Dollars and Cents”
Can Racism Be Stopped in the Schoolyard? A New Doco is About to Find Out
By: Sam Robinson
Australia is a diverse country, but how accepting are we of each other? A new ABC documentary series is observing a pilot program designed to change the conversation about race in a south-western Sydney primary school. Continue reading “Can Racism Be Stopped in the Schoolyard? A New Doco is About to Find Out”
Cauliflower and Parsnip Mash
By: Susan Joy
Serve my Cauliflower and Parsnip Mash as an alternative to mashed white potato. Continue reading “Cauliflower and Parsnip Mash”