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
Imagine you’re 16 years old. You start feeling unwell and are diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Although your illness is initially controlled by just taking some medication, a few months after your diagnosis you become drastically ill and are suddenly in and out of hospital – all during a global pandemic. As your health slowly deteriorates, you are told the best option is to have an Ileostomy surgery and adjust your young life to having a stoma
Gratitude is not a new concept; however, its popularity has risen exponentially in recent years as people are beginning to understand its profound benefits. Being grateful has been linked to greater happiness, positivity and even improved health. While we have zoned in on how beneficial gratitude is for us, how are you turning your gratefulness into acts
‘I am grateful for my weekly delivery of beautiful organic fruit and veggies, that often looks too beautiful to eat!’ – Laura, Parkdale ‘I’m grateful for all of the greenery I’m my area. Parks are good for the soul!’ – Josh, Melbourne These are just a couple of examples of some of the messages that have been shared
October 1st marks the United Nations International Day of Older Persons – a chance to share our gratitude toward the older generations of the community, and those who take care of them. What better way to celebrate this day than to tip our hat to Captain Tom Moore, the British centenarian who during 2020 raised millions for the NHS, recorded a hit single and was knighted
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
Imagine trying to keep the attention of a class of 30 teenagers long enough to teach them something. It’s not a skill many of us possess. Now, imagine trying to do that over a video call from your own home with extremely limited resources. For teachers around the world, this has been the reality during
Most countries have seen a ban on spectators in their arena for sports matches and other event during the pandemic, which has a tough blow to teams and fans alike. When games started opening up again in Italy, Milan’s national Football team, AC Milan, decided to give back those who deserve it most: by giving limited game tickets exclusively to
The residents of Melbourne and wider Victoria have experienced some of the longest and strictest lockdown rules in Australia. With a growing unemployment rate and the doors of countless businesses, unfortunately, having to close, it’s been a trying time for Victorians in countless ways. This year has bought monetary troubles, isolation and decline in mental health. In the midst of it all, V for
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