The devastation of the bushfires that destroyed so much of Australia in the summer of 2019/2020 is widely known. But only now many months later are scientists coming to grips with the sheer loss of native animals across the east coast of the country. But amongst the tragedy are the amazing stories of survival, the
She’s walked the runways of the world for the largest brands on the planet, starred in TV shows, and in movies that have grossed more than $1billion. But Patricia Velásquez has never forgotten her humble beginnings or the things she learned travelling as a child with her father as he worked for UNESCO. A proud
We see the world over that when trouble strikes amazing people step forward to go to the aid of those suffering. Never before has that been more evident than during the COVID-19 pandemic, as medical professionals around the world answer the call. In Australia, a young nurse from Queensland, Topaz Stringfellow, didn’t want to sit
As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to bring great suffering around the world, a number of the richest people on the planet have asked themselves the question, what can I do to help? For a group of 83 millionaires from seven countries, known as the “Millionaires for Humanity”, their answer was to release an open
Across the globe internet usage has never been higher, with millions stuck at home to stay safe from the COVID-19 Pandemic, being online to work, play and connect has proven vital. Governments and health services have also utilised a range of internet technologies to deliver important information and track the spread of the virus. But
It can be easy to see a story on the news and feel helpless, not knowing what we could possibly do to assist those in need. But we can equally feel immense gratitude when we soon discover there are already people, communities and organisations doing amazing work to overcome these same issues. Since 1987 Women
It’s the dream of many young people, to save up enough money to spend time overseas volunteering to help those most vulnerable. Fourteen years ago, Australian Tara Winkler did exactly that and spent time in Cambodia working at an Orphanage. But what she discovered was the current model of providing care for children wasn’t working.
It’s something we are taught from a very young age and is vital for every child to know; how to call an ambulance. It’s hard to imagine another time when so many people would have needed this vital service until the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Sadly, in many countries a trip to the hospital can be expensive,
It’s been a well-used phrase for centuries, a dog is a man’s best friend, and the world over people and animals share a special bond. For those experiencing homelessness, their pet can take on an even more important role, a companion by your side through thick and thin. But the cost associated with caring for