Culture

Young people sharing self-determined stories on radio

Discover how a youth-led community radio station serves as a third space for young people to connect and overcome discrimination.

Inner West Symphony Orchestra celebrates local songwriters with a special performance

Local songwriters and composers have an opportunity to hear their work brought to life by the Inner West Symphony Orchestra (IWSO) Strings section in a unique celebration of music.

The birth of the Royal Australian Navy

Uncover the story of the Victorian Navy, the Father of the Victorian Navy, and its strategic development in the 19th century.

Screens – August 26

Featured this month are Holy Days, Stop! That! Train!, The Rivals of Amziah King and The Dog Stars.

Recommended reading – August 26

Book reviews for August are A Flash in the Dust, Raised By, Honour Thy Father, Rain on a Hot Tin Roof and Game Day.

Williamstown author draws inspiration from his father’s veteran days 

Edward Johnson’s novel Blight draws on a rich reservoir of life experience to craft fiction that is both historically informed and deeply human.

Point Cook songstress hits number one on Euro Indie music charts

Taysha Farrugia is just 15 years old but already the singer-songwriter from Point Cook is performing for charities, council events, and corporate gigs.

Donna Jackson: The West’s relentless champion of community arts

Dive into the vibrant world of community arts with Donna Jackson's pioneering spirit explored in Art, Accidents and Underpants.

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