Inside the pubs and clubs of the NSW town of Griffith, locals have lost millions to pokies in a single year. Just 50kms away, one small-town pub owner says his no-pokies policy not only reduces gambling harm, but helps to preserve community.
From book club to Dungeons and Dragons to watching movies, uni clubs are not just a fun way for students to meet people and explore new interests, they also help create a vital sense of belonging and community.
Despite the union’s misgivings, the university claims the new body will complement other student groups on campus, while also serving the regional campuses and online cohorts.
Inside the pubs and clubs of the NSW town of Griffith, locals have lost millions to pokies in a single year. Just 50kms away, one small-town pub owner says his no-pokies policy not only reduces gambling harm, but helps to preserve community.
From book club to Dungeons and Dragons to watching movies, uni clubs are not just a fun way for students to meet people and explore new interests, they also help create a vital sense of belonging and community.
Despite the union’s misgivings, the university claims the new body will complement other student groups on campus, while also serving the regional campuses and online cohorts.
Somali Australians in Melbourne’s north are leading change on their own terms, building networks of support that centre culture, care and connection.
Inside the pubs and clubs of the NSW town of Griffith, locals have lost millions to pokies in a single year. Just 50kms away, one small-town pub owner says his no-pokies policy not only reduces gambling harm, but helps to preserve community.
From book club to Dungeons and Dragons to watching movies, uni clubs are not just a fun way for students to meet people and explore new interests, they also help create a vital sense of belonging and community.
Despite the union’s misgivings, the university claims the new body will complement other student groups on campus, while also serving the regional campuses and online cohorts.
Fishing at Edwardes Lake Park has been banned for many years, but recently re-entered the spotlight due to local concern for wildlife.
Talia is a student athlete at La Trobe, who just voted in an Australian federal election for the first time.
Viktor is a new citizen from Belarus, who just voted in an Australian federal election for the first time.
Bridgette Evans-Barker is a Labor staffer, who just voted in an Australian federal election for the first time.
Zara Mendelsohn is a young politically unengaged hospitality worker who just voted in an Australian federal election for the first time.
Alarming headlines and tougher laws suggest higher rates of crime, but experts warn media coverage may be fuelling public fear more than facts.
Emma Giles is a young, politically engaged student activist, who just voted in an Australian federal election for the first time.
Studies find that most students who work during their degree need it to support living expenses, but first they have to find somewhere that can accomodate their studies and, sometimes, their inexperience.
Ella Robinson, a VCE Global Politics teacher, observes how young voters understand the Australian political system.
For many living in exile from autocracy, the personal and professional costs of being an independent journalist are high.
Tibetan refugees face the struggle of tackling a whole new language, culture and government system, but a small, supportive diaspora means they are not alone.
Finley Watson, a PhD candidate at La Trobe University, is examining the impact political influencers are having on the 2025 election.
Kos Samaras, a political researcher and consultant, offers his insights on why young people feel so disconnected from politics.
Erin Hight, creator of the social media account ‘Humanity Bites’, is focused on informing young voters and delivering explainers about politics and party policies.
As the lead political journalist at The Daily Aus, Harry Sekulich wants to make sure first-time voters are well informed as they head to the polls.
Dr Intifar Chowdhury, a researcher of politics and youth based at Flinders University, highlights the challenges young Australians face as they head to the polls.
