“You cheeky little monkeh,” my free-spirited British cousin would always say. She has only been here, in Melbourne, Australia, for three days to attend a …
Sugarloaf Mountain
I took this on top of Mount Sugarloaf, Newcastle, Australia. I climbed this mountain (when I say climb, I mean we drove and walked up …
Meeting My Inspiration: Jennifer Niven
Hey, everyone! So this article is more of a personal one than an advice/factual one as it is a recount of the best day of …
Sophie Hardcastle Book Reviews: ‘Running Like China’ and ‘Breathing Under Water’
Author of two of the most carefully crafted books of all time, Sophie Hardcastle holds a raw talent of shaping works worthy of discovery. Her …
Byron Bay: Further Away but Still Near
A three-day trip to Byron Bay (the most easterly point of Australia mainland) ends faster than you realise, but neither do you realise how many …
Australia Day and What It Means to Us
Every January, Australians argue about the same thing: Australia Day. Whether it should be celebrated or not, when it should be, its name, etc. I, …
Blue Mountains: A Gem in the Country of Down Under
As an overseas student currently studying in Australia (or as they say — Straya, where everything tries to kill you), I am fortunate enough to …
January Writing Challenge: Honorable Mentions — Georgia M., Holly, and Ishani R.
These entries from January’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the comments …
Badass Ladies in History: Helena Rubinstein, Business Woman & Philanthropist
Welcome back to Badass Ladies in History, everyone! This month’s badass lady was a businesswoman in the beauty and cosmetics industry and would eventually …