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WrapUp episode three

Join Campbell Elmer and Alice Piper for a short trip back through the news of the week.

Expecting disaster

Chile has shown how being ready for disaster can and does save lives, writes Liam O’Callaghan.

WrapUp episode two

Join Campbell Elmer and Alice Piper for a short trip back through the news of the week.

Pedalling towards clarity

There is a lack of clarity surrounding cyclists and the use of roads and road rules, and Sean Munaweera says it’s time to improve the system.

WrapUp episode one

Join Campbell Elmer and Alice Piper for a short trip back through the news of the week.

The race to freedom

Sherydan Fitzgerald speaks candidly to a refugee who found the reality of seeking refuge was much different to what she was told.

Ukrainian conflict hits home

Russia’s controversial actions in Ukraine have drawn a strong response from the Ukrainian Australian community, writes Liam O’Callaghan.

Is Sochi safe for our Paralympians?

Are our Australian Paralympians safe taking on the world on the slopes of Sochi? Justin Falconer explores the complex situation involving politics and sport.

Explainer: Reporting on suicides

Journalists need to strike a balance when reporting on suicides. Jordan Witte analyses the various guides to ethical and responsible trauma journalism.

The search for meaning

Advertising consultant turned social entrepreneur, Mike Rios, speaks to Daniel Bramley about changing the world one “dong chim” at a time.

The voice for Indi

The battle for the seat of Indi was perhaps the most interesting story of the 2013 federal election. New independent MP Cathy McGowan speaks to Caitlyn Leggett about her road to victory.

The cars of tomorrow

We might not have flying cars anytime soon, but Louise Bianco explores the exciting technologies being developed for the future.

Junk food junkies

We all know it’s bad for us, so why do we still eat it? Kevin Cheong explores junk food and its psychological effects.