University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

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University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT

The University of Canberra offers a Bachelor of Communication and Media in both Journalism and Sports Media. Stories by UC student journalists are first published on The Owl and UCFM.

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A close up of a tree

The forgotten memorial

University of Canberra, Lachlan Fields
May 1, 2023

Women on the tools

University of Canberra, Elaine Obran
May 1, 2023
A group of people sitting on a rock

Families’ new Australian dream: The ‘Big Lap’

University of Canberra, Lara Stimpson
April 21, 2023
A sign on the side of a building

March Podcast Out Now

University of Canberra
March 3, 2023
A wheat silo painting

Bigger than life: art fit for a silo

University of Canberra, Lila Greyling
November 22, 2022
Man standing in home built after bushfires.

Expanding Canberra: today’s solution, tmrw’s problem

University of Canberra, Sara Garrity
November 21, 2022
A stained glass window in a church

Thoughts and prayers: examining religious practices in parliament

University of Canberra, Caitlin Young
November 21, 2022
A group of people sitting at a desk

The future of local news

University of Canberra, Aiden Rothnie
November 17, 2022
Uni of Canberra Refectory at full capacity, pre-Covid

Canberra found its music scene only to lose its musicians

University of Canberra, Alana Seears
August 1, 2022
Tsou Tzung-Han (right) and his husband

Same-sex couples in Taiwan fighting adoption ban

University of Canberra, Clio Yang
August 1, 2022
Adam Toohey after his first fight.

Transformation of MMA not without a fight

University of Canberra, Laurence Kelson
August 1, 2022
Young people want credible medical information in places they can access and understand.

An algorithm decided these women have ADHD

University of Canberra, Ebony Heins
July 7, 2022
Patty Mills and Joe Ingles after the Boomers’ historic bronze medal.

The dilemma of basketball’s boom

University of Canberra, Sam Burge
July 7, 2022
Churinian Tongu and her daughter Naomi

Navigating new norms as a migrant

University of Canberra, Lachlan Thompson
July 7, 2022
April Podcast Out Now

April Podcast Out Now

University of Canberra
April 1, 2022
Matt Kelly (right) playing for the West Belconnen Warriors in round one of 2021 – his last game of rugby league.

It’s a knockout – concussion in local football

University of Canberra, Rachel Moran
December 6, 2021
Creating 'tiny' homes might offer a solution for homeless people.

Homelessness – a tiny fix for a large problem

University of Canberra, Brooke Roff
December 6, 2021
Proposed laws to remove criminal penalty for possessing small amounts of illicit drugs in the ACT.

The future of drug laws – to punish or reprieve

University of Canberra, Rania Yallop
December 6, 2021
Cooper Chapman's message for coping with mental health issues.

Be kind to your mind

University of Canberra, James Herring
June 30, 2021
The ACT Pioneers Track is as much for the living as the dead.

For the living and the dead

University of Canberra, Lucy Monaghan
June 30, 2021
Barkfest was for dogs that are loved...and a reminder about those that need rescuing.

Supporting the underdog

University of Canberra, Lyndsey Turnbull
June 30, 2021
Twp dogs greeting each other

July Podcast: Out Now

University of Canberra
June 29, 2021
The War Memorial is set to undergo a $500m redevelopment...and not everyone is happy.

War Memorial at the centre of its own battle

University of Canberra, Laurence Kelson
December 15, 2020
Fur seals are among the species in the protected sanctuaries of Batemans Marine Park.

The fight over marine life: to preserve or to fish

University of Canberra, Talia Jones
December 15, 2020
Soumil Sharma wants people to see past his disability.

Being a little different

University of Canberra, Mitch Braithwaite
December 15, 2020
Alcohol consumption increased in Australia during the pandemic.

On the drink: starting the difficult conversations about alcohol consumption in the bush

University of Canberra, Blake Danilczak
November 25, 2020
Finding comfort in your own skin

Finding comfort in your own skin

University of Canberra, Emma Thompson
November 24, 2020
Shelby after surgery to remove growths.

Speaking up about endometriosis…for the sake of almost one million Australian women

University of Canberra, Eliza Maddever
November 12, 2020
Dr Howard Ralph with kangaroo joey Daisy.

Saviour wildlife surgeon: the time to act is now

University of Canberra, Jana Black
November 12, 2020
Kangaroo joey Daisy receives treatment at the vet clinic of Dr Howard Ralph in southern NSW.

Frontline carers of Australia’s native animals

University of Canberra, Jana Black
November 12, 2020
Patient Lisa, Harry the ICU dog and nurse Claire Robertson.

Therapy dogs making life a little less ‘ruff’

University of Canberra, Katie Golding
July 29, 2020
Produce retailer Charles Pattison says a warmer, drier climate will mean less choice of farm produce.

Feeling the heat: producers and consumers facing up to climate change

University of Canberra, Rochelle Dutton
November 29, 2019
Young adults go to the dentist less than any other age group at potentially great long-term cost.

The cost of avoiding the dentist’s drill

University of Canberra, Elsie Adamo
November 29, 2019
'Pablo' who established a business hosting events for drag queens and kings.

Canberra, it’s not a drag at all

University of Canberra, Sarah Hohnke
November 29, 2019
Nick Kyrgios is happy among the kids at an open day for his charity.

The Kyrgios legacy of Nick

University of Canberra, Lachlan Kilby
November 29, 2019
Boorowa farmer Daniel McGrath stands in his near-empty dam with his sheepdog Pearl.

Shadow of a drought

University of Canberra, Claire Bakker
November 29, 2019
Competitive events at ANU Fighting Game Club attract large crowds.

eSports challenging the definition of sport

University of Canberra, Braydon Hall
November 29, 2019
There are 1.8 million Australians classified as 'under-employed', according to the ABS.

Under-employment: the job description has changed

University of Canberra, Leo Sloan
November 29, 2019
Tim Hutchens, RSPCA chief inspector, says dogs will be better protected against neglect.

Dogs have feelings too

University of Canberra, Jodie Kirkness
November 29, 2019
The new member for Canberra, Alicia Payne, speaks to reporters after claiming victory.

Canberra still a Labor city despite national result

University of Canberra, Simone Barker, Tessa Grimes and Jayden Seddon
May 19, 2019
Greg De Maine says the two major party political system is broken.

The reluctant politician

University of Canberra, Tessa Grimes
May 15, 2019
The former Army officer says the Australian Progressives will fight for a fairer Australia.

Ex-soldier to fight war on inequality

University of Canberra, Jayden Seddon
May 15, 2019
Tim Bohm wants to give people a greater say in policy and legislation.

Independent Bohm pushes for more power to the people

University of Canberra, Simone Barker
May 9, 2019
Housing is a key issue in Canberra which is the most expensive city in Australia to rent.

Morrison v Shorten not the only battle for Canberra

University of Canberra, Kristen Butterworth
May 1, 2019
Federal funding for Canberra's light rail has been contentious.

Not all parties are onboard Canberra’s light rail

University of Canberra, Patrick Cunneen
April 30, 2019
Student Mitchell Colbert says living on a casual wage has its challenges.

Students focus on hip pocket nerve

University of Canberra, Tessa Grimes
April 30, 2019
Labor's candidate wants action on climate change and poverty.

No Payne, no gain says Labor for Canberra

University of Canberra, Patrick Cunneen
April 4, 2019
Mina Zaki says she is proof the Liberal Party wants diversity.

Challenging attitudes even within her own party

University of Canberra, Simone Barker
April 4, 2019
Tim Hollo believes the seat of Canberra can be taken from Labor.

Nothing Hollo about Greens’ push for Canberra

University of Canberra, Tessa Grimes
April 4, 2019
The destruction of historical sites during war has an impact on the identity of a country and its people.

ID, please

University of Canberra, Ruby Becker
February 5, 2019
Vets say banning specific dogs won't stop attacks.

Dogscrimination: pulling the leash on owners

University of Canberra, Tori Heron
February 5, 2019
Malcolm Turnbull gives his final media conference after being dumped as Liberal leader.

Checking once, twice: reporting the leadership spill

University of Canberra, Elle Conway
November 21, 2018
People are placing their health at risk by turning off heating in winter because they can't afford the cost.

Energy poverty trying to pay the bills

University of Canberra, Angela Fane
November 21, 2018
There are believed to be more than 400 animals currently threatened with extinction in Australia.

The extinction crisis threatening Australian animals

University of Canberra, Chelsea Mitchell
November 21, 2018
There is a danger of becoming too obsessed with trying to achieve perfect looks.

The rise of plastic positivity

University of Canberra, Alice Stapleton
November 21, 2018
More females are playing sport but the number of elite female coaches is very low.

Where are all the female coaches?

University of Canberra, Madeleine McCaskill
November 20, 2018
Public places such as supermarkets are creating quiet hour for people with autism.

Working towards an autism-friendly world

University of Canberra, Bela Farkas
November 20, 2018
Jerash camp in Jordan, 'home' for 30-thousand refugees from Gaza

Living in limbo – Jordan’s forgotten refugees

University of Canberra, Tom Storey
October 23, 2018
Duke Didier puts his judo background to use in MMA

Put up your dukes: he’s an MMA man now

University of Canberra, Mathew Stramandinoli
October 23, 2018
More charging stations are needed to make long trips viable in Australia

Electric shock: Australia’s slow drive from petrol cars

University of Canberra, Ruby Becker
October 17, 2018
Ardlethan's main street

Is the Australian country town dying?

University of Canberra, Connor McGoverne
August 24, 2018
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