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University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

The Junction

University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

The Junction

University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

The Junction

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The perfect storm
University of Newcastle, Blair Wise

University of Newcastle student Blair Wise investigates the links between universities and the Defence industry that have led to student protests.

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Rediscovering the shores: regenerative tourism and the migratory marvels of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary
University of South Australia, Alana Pahor
While better known as a crabbing destination, the shores of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary are a vital feeding site for migratory shorebirds, who travel thousands of kilometres each year to get there.
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Democracy’s Watchdogs winner
Democracy's Watchdogs, Bill Birnbauer

Congratulations to Brendan Kearns who is the winner of Democracy's Watchdogs' 2024 award for investigative journalism. Brendan, a postgraduate...

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Children of the SAS
Curtin University, Georgy Sides

My dad always seemed to belong to everyone. When he was in Afghanistan he was serving his country and when he was home his time was split between everyone in his life. When I was nine my class made Christmas decorations for our parents, but my...

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Land scars
University of Newcastle, Indiana Hardwick

Land clearing is threatening the survival of native species and ecological communities in Australia and worldwide. Indiana Hardwick reports how one organization is working to turn that around.

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Exit stage West
Curtin University, Kimberley Putland

I pull up outside the address — this must be the one. There is a new, bluish metal frame that is the skeleton of a new house, a concrete slab, and not much else. On our phone call the week before, Maggie Wilde West had told me they are rebuilding, so...

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Every month students from a different university host our half hour podcast bringing you carefully curated current affairs from all over Australia.
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“Unpleasant business”
Curtin University, Shaina Danischewsky • November 15, 2024

Fremantle, a popular tourism destination, is a port city located 25 minutes south of the capital city of Western Australia, Perth. It is well known for its heritage buildings,...

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Colonial misogyny in Australian place names
USC, Verena Power • July 16, 2024
Many place names are painful reminders of the brutality of the colonial era, especially brutality towards women and children.
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National Radio News has no commercial ties or political agenda. It is produced by the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia's three full-time journalists, supported by cadets from Charles Sturt University. News is sourced from Reuters, BBC, Sky News, ABC and community radio stations. The bulletins update hourly from 6am to 7pm (EST) Monday to Friday, and 6am to noon (EST) on weekends.
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The perfect storm
University of Newcastle, Blair Wise • January 16, 2025

University of Newcastle student Blair Wise investigates the links between universities and the Defence...

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Podcast episode 40 – I See Me
October 31, 2024

Representation matters because it helps us imagine our place in the world: our identity, self-worth and...

More than just run club: How exercise can help mental health
More than just run club: How exercise can help mental health
Griffith University, Susanne Korneliussen • September 4, 2024

As mental health challenges become more prevalent, combining exercise with social interaction offers...

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September Podcast – I Am Not Afraid
September 3, 2024

In a world of heightened tension and conflict, there is lots to be wary and anxious about. But as the...

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