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Melbourne Home Buyers, Sellers & Investors - Post-Budget Market

Do you work with/ are you an investor, first home buyer or looking to sell your home right now in Melbourne? If so, keen to speak to you about your experience in the Melbourne property market post federal budget. Email [email redacted]. (Or DM here).

theage.com.au

Australian Grief Tending Practitioners - Developmental, ABI & ID

This week on Regard I was in conversation with Marla Zapach which was such a heartening conversation. Marla is working with the cumulative and multilayers of grief within the intellectual and developmental disability community (Alberta). She has an extraordinary background and I particularly love the codesign nature of her work - REAL, authentic co design. I also am thrilled to learn how her community has really taken on her offerings and begun to advocate and ripple this grief tending work out further. I’d love to hear from you if you know where grief tending work might be happening here in Australia within the developmental, ABI and intellectual disability communities. Thanks Lesley Machon for connecting us. Also! It was my delight to squeeze in a chat with Jonathan de Jong, Director of Human Forever, the much anticipated film about dementia. Let me be clear, this is not a sad film about dementia - it’s an embrace of all the hopeful initiatives that are happening around the world. Quality of life means living in integrated ways not separated i.e. living only with people with dementia. If you've seen it already, drop me a line, I'd love to hear your thoughts!

International Students in Wollongong - Post-Arrival Housing Challenges

Working on a story about housing challenges faced by international students in Wollongong. Interviewing students about their experiences finding accommodation after arriving in Australia. @UOWTV #uowcreativ

Skimpies in Western Australia - FIFO Lifestyle & Industry Realities

Looking to interview current/ex Skimpies for a documentary. Share your story Hey everyone, I am currently working on a documentary project exploring the unique culture and lifestyle ofSkimpiesin Western Australia. The goal of this project is to provide an authentic, respectful, and deep look into the profession. I want to move past the surface-level stereotypes and truly understand what the job entails today. I am looking to interviewcurrent or former skimpieswho are willing to share their experiences. I’m incredibly interested in hearing about: The Lifestyle:What it’s really like traveling to remote mining towns and working in FIFO hubs. The Reality of the Work:The highs, the lows, and the day-to-day interactions. The Financials:The earning potential, tips, and how the industry has changed over the years. Any unique storiesor insights you feel the general public doesn't understand. > If you are interested in chatting, or if you know someone who might be, please send me aDMhere on Reddit. We can start with a casual, no-pressure chat to see if you’d be comfortable moving forward. Thanks so much for your time!

Australian HR Professionals Named Photo - Life in People & Culture

I’m researching a story for Good Weekend magazine which lifts the lid on what it’s really like to work in Human Resources / People & Culture. Details below. Must be Australian and be fully identified (full name, pic). DM me if you want to start with an off the record chat. #journorequest

goodweekend.com.au

Aussies 50+ - Early Inheritance to Help Adult Kids Buy Homes

Thinking of giving kids their inheritance early? I'm a journalist writing a story about Aussies considering giving their adult kids their inheritance early, to help them get into the housing market. Given house prices currently, this is emerging as a possible trend. I'm looking for a case study (someone over 50) who would like to share their perspective and reasons for considering this choice. Please DM me if you are interested in talking about this.

Young Tasmanian First Home Buyers - Stamp Duty Exemption Ending

Stamp duty exemption for first home buyers is ending Are you a first home buyer, counting on the stamp duty exemption to buy your first home? I'm a reporter with ABC News, working on a story about how the ending of the stamp duty exemption is effecting young Tasmanians, and I would love to hear from you. Please get in touch if you are willing to be interviewed on camera. Send me a DM, email me at [email redacted] or text me on 0428 800 268. Thanks!

abc.net.au

WA Guardianship Lawyers - SAT Costs Applications Frequency & Outcomes

I'm working on an article about costs applications in guardianship and administration matters at SAT. Given many decisions aren't reported, I would be interested to hear from anyone with anecdotal feedback of whether (a) you think applications are more common than before (either under s 16(4) of the GA Act, or s 87 of the SAT Act) and (b) what outcomes you are seeing when they are sought. Nothing that could identify anyone of course! I would love an email - [email redacted]

Melbourne Residents - Local News Reactions

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Socceroos Fans in Australia - Priced Out of World Cup Travel

Priced out of the World Cup? Hey football fans. I'm a reporter for the youth brand of SBS, The Feed. I'm keen to talk to fans who were keen to go to North America for the Roos but weren't able due to high ticket prices (+ travel etc). Would love to hear from you, if you're keen to chat about this. Can also be anonymous if you prefer. Please DM or email me @[email redacted] you're keen. Cheers!

sbs.com.au

Newly Qualified Cork Doctors in Perth - Why Move & Return Plans

Journo Request- I am doing piece on number of newly qualified doctors who have emigrated to Australia after graduating, such as why they have decided to move to Australia (work/lifestyle/cost of living etc) and would they consider returning to Ireland at some stage ? Was just wondering if any doctors who are from Cork , who have graduated in last few years, and have moved to Perth, would be interested in chatting with me for an article on EchoLive ?

echolive.ie

EV Owners in Australia - Charging Infrastructure & Accessibility

Experience Sharing Hi! I’m a journalist in Melbourne writing an article about the real experience of EV adoption in Australia, especially charging infrastructure and accessibility. I’m looking to speak with EV owners, charging station operators/manufacturers, or anyone involved in the industry. If you’d be happy to share your experience or perspective, please DM me. Really appreciate it!!!

Tenants - Rent Rise Citing CGT & Negative Gearing

Are landlords jacking rents using CGT and negative gearing as excuse? Hi, I'm a Guardian reporter looking into suggestions some landlords have increased rents using the CGT and negative gearing changes as justification. Is this happening? If you or someone you know has faced a rent rise recently with this given as a reason, would love to hear from you - get in touch [email redacted] or signal (@)ittimani.11 I've heard mention of this but not seen any examples reported yet For context, existing landlords do not face any direct economic cost from these changes - they get to keep negative gearing and their capital gains to date will get the old discount

theguardian.com

Homeowners With Resilience Upgrades - Insurance Premium Changes

Have you, or someone you know, taken steps to make your house more disaster resilient? What happened to your home insurance premium following the work? I am working on an article for CHOICE about individual fire, flood and cyclone mitigation efforts and home insurance and would love to hear any and all experiences. Drop me an email at [email redacted]

choice.com.au

Wollongong Drivers - Mobile Parking Enforcement Ticket Errors

Faulty Parking Compliance Hi everyone, Wollongong Council parking inspectors are trialling new technology that takes photos of cars’ position and license plates instead of marking the tyres. https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/council/news/articles/2026/jan-2026/council-to-trial-mobile-enforcement-system-to-tackle-parking-compliance-challenge I recently heard of an experience where a parking ticket was incorrectly issued because the Parking Compliance system incorrectly flagged the car next to identical looking trees. I’m a journalism student at UOW and wondering if anyone else has had this experience, as I would like to write a story about this change and the community’s opinions. Please leave a comment or send me a message if you have had a similar experience or anything else to contribute! Thank you 🙂

Australian AEA Applicants Mid-Application - Funding Cut Reaction

I know it's a week on, but it took me a while to edit out all the colourful expletives. The 2026-27 federal budget axed $1.5 billion in R&D funding — including the Australian Economic Accelerator, mid-application cycle, with no warning and no plan for what comes next. It also had some genuine wins for science. And that's actually what makes it so maddening. Because you cannot announce a council to implement a reform blueprint and simultaneously gut one of the programmes it was built to support. You cannot say you want a Future Made in Australia while cutting the research commercialisation programme designed to make that future. You cannot tell researchers their work matters and then pull the rug mid-application. I wrote the full breakdown — wins, losses, and what I think the sector needs to do next — over on Substack. Link in the comments. If you were mid-application when the AEA was cut, or you're watching this from outside the sector trying to make sense of it: I'd genuinely love to hear from you. #AustralianResearch #SciencePolicy #ResearchFunding #AEA #AmbitiousAustralia

Australian Socially Conscious Finfluencers - Finance Investigation

I'm looking to speak to some ethical Finfluencers in Australia with a social conscience who might be able to help me with an investigative project I am working on for CHOICE. Any leads on who I should reach out to?

choice.com.au

Australian Strata Managers & Subbies - Fire Safety Execution Chain

Your owners corporation just received a $4,000 fine. Who saw it coming? One great question came up in a recent conversation and I can't stop thinking about it: "How do I know if what my contractor is telling me is actually required by law?" It sounds simple. I'm not sure it is. If you're managing strata or facilities compliance anywhere in Australia, I am keen to know: when your annual fire safety obligations come around, how do you actually know the execution chain is complete? Still early in this research. If you're a strata manager, building manager, facilities manager, owners corporation member, or a subbie with an opinion, I'd genuinely love to hear from you. #StrataManagement #BodyCorporate #OwnersCorporation

Australia-UK Flyers - Views on Planned 22-Hour Sydney-London Flight

Hello, do you fly between Australia and the UK? Would you take the planned 22-hour flight between Sydney and London? Do you prefer a layover? I'm looking into this for a story for the BBC, and I'm keen to hear from you.

bbc.co.uk

Australian Non-Property Investors - Capital Gains & Negative Gearing

Post budget: how will the proposed tax changes affect you? Hello, ABC News business team here. Post budget, we're examining the real-life impact of the federal government’s key changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing. We are particularly interested in hearing from people who invest outside the property market, including those who hold shares, ETFs, crypto, or other alternative assets, and have question/concerns about how the changes could affect their long-term plans. We’d also like to hear from rentvestors, people who rent where they want to live, while investing elsewhere, and whether the changes could affect the way you build wealth, save for a home, or plan for early retirement. (confirming the mods have okayed this post!) Are you affected? email [email redacted]@proton.me

abc.net.au

Aussies Under 30 Renters & First-Home Buyers - CGT & Negative Gearing

🚨 CALL OUT🚨 Are you an Aussie under 30 who's renting or looking to buy your first home? I'd love to hear your thoughts on the government's planned changes to CGT and negative gearing. My DMs are open! #auspol #callout #journorequest #casestudy #renter #firsthomebuyer

Australian Media Practitioners & Consumers - Attention Economy Impact

Have you seen your industry or business move further into the 'attention economy' as the media landscape becomes more competitive? How do you feel about it? Insight, the current affairs discussion program on SBS, is investigating the attention economy and asking how it is shaping the way Australians consume media. If you're a media practitioner or consumer (or both), and feel you have something to contribute, I'd love to hear from you. We can organise a confidential phone call and go from there. Please note: Insight is an Australian TV program, so please only get in touch if you're based in Australia and would be happy to appear on TV - or know someone who would.

sbs.com.au

Expectant Mothers & Guardians in Townsville & NQ - Maternity Care

Maternity Care - Townsville and NQ Hi everyone, I am a journalism student from Brisbane that is writing a story on maternity services provided in regional cities (i.e Charters Towers and Bowen). I am writing on here trying to see if there is an expectant mother/guardian in any of those regions who may be willing to get in contact for an interview? The interview questions would cover topics such as travel considerations to get to prenatal care appointments, economic impacts and whether the current, general health services in those regions are at a sufficient standard.

Residents in Moonee Valley to Maroondah - City Story Ideas

Excited to announce that, as of a couple of weeks ago, I've started as urban affairs writer with The Age's city team. I'm interested in intriguing, quirky or complex stories about our city, and the issues and people that bring us together and set us apart. If you have story ideas or news tips, I'd love to hear from you! Send me an email at [email redacted]. I also have specific council areas as part of my remit, including: Moonee Valley, Maribyrnong, Darebin, Hobsons Bay, Glen Eira and Maroondah. If you live or work in these areas and believe you have a story that deserves our attention, please reach out.

theage.com.au

Australian Economist - Recommendations & Contacts

I am looking to interview an Australian Economist. Pls post recommendations below;

Sydney Ferry Commuters - Creatives & Hospitality Execs - Photo Feature

⛴️ SYDNEY CALLOUT ⛴️ I'm looking to interview someone who travels to work by ferry! This is for a photo feature in an international magazine. Do you travel to work (at least some of the time) by ferry? Do you know anyone? Looking in particular for designers, artists, architects, CEOs, hospitality barons, that kind of thing.

Irrigation Pros - Preventive Maint, HR, Tools, Projects & Plant

I'm preparing the Irrigation Australia Limited winter edition of The Overflow magazine and putting the call out to people with the following expertise to be featured. I am very keen to speak to anybody with a background in: 1. Preventative Maintenance (particularly in the irrigation sector) 2. Human Resources (particularly in the rural sector) 3. Irrigation specific tools (rural, commercial or domestic) 4. Project Management (particularly around preparation in any sector i.e. construction, events, sport or whatever really, this is an exciting opportunity) 5. Plant and Equipment Maintenance (particularly in the irrigation sector) Please feel free to connect and send me a message to arrange chat and see how you could be part of The Overflow. #ProjectManagement #findapro

People Living With Gout - Share Story Short Video

Arthritis Australia is looking for people living with #gout to share their story in a short video. Your experience could help others feel less alone, get the right support sooner, and understand they're not imagining the pain. Interested? Email [email redacted]

Perth Content Creators - Scientology Speedruns Trend

Scientology Speedruns in Perth Hi everyone! My name is Stella, and I am a Journalist for the Western Independent at Curtin University. I am currently writing a story on these Scientology speedruns online and how they might come to Perth. Would anyone be interested to speak on this trend? | am available for in-person or phone call interviews. My deadline is Thursday, May 7. Please let me know if you would be interested in an interview, and message me! Stella McGann Journalist - The Western Independent 0416 934 599

ANZ Game Devs - Marketing Tactics Beyond Steam Wishlists & Reddit Ads

Media opp: I’m looking to talk to ANZ game devs for a feature next week about anything interesting or unique they are doing to market their game outside the usual — Steam wishlists, content creator campaigns and reddit ads. Thousands of games launch on Steam every year, most follow the same playbook. So I’m keen to hear if anyone is thinking outside of the box here. Have two examples already, hunting for more. Feel free to flick me an email ([email redacted]) or drop me a comment below. (May be a tiny bit slow to reply due to timezones!) Thanks in advance!

Newcastle-Based Small Business Experts - Growth Podcast Paid Guest

I’m opening up applications for the next season of Performance Starts Within 🎙️ This podcast is all about what it really takes to grow a business. Not just strategies… But the thinking, decisions, and moments behind it. I’m specifically looking for Newcastle-based experts who support small business owners to grow. Think: → marketing → leadership → operations → Branding → finance (If you help business owners move forward — I want to hear from you.) A bit about the show… It’s hosted by me — Tash Miller, Business & Sales Performance Consultant. I’ve: → launched top-charting podcasts → been featured in Mamamia & Inside Small Business → built and run a creative marketing agency in Sydney And now I work with business owners to build iconic businesses and scale to $100K+ profit. This next season is about something bigger. 👉 Showcasing the people behind the scenes 👉 The local experts supporting business owners every day 👉 The ones doing the real work in our community We want to go deeper than surface-level strategy to the real reason you do what you do because that’s where the story is, and that’s what actually connects. This is a paid guest opportunity, and we go all in on production. You’ll receive: → full video + reels → professional photos → links back to your business → content you can actually use If you’re a Newcastle local (or know someone who is) and this feels aligned… Comment below and we’ll chat in the DMs.

Travel Writers in Sydney - Confirmed Commissions Accommodation Support

Looking for support with accommodation in #Sydney for confirmed commissions. #Australia. #journorequest #travel #travelpr #press

Australian Democracy Experts - Voting, Donations & Press Freedom

Starting a new role this month as Australian Associated Press (AAP)'s national Democracy and Transparency Correspondent. Voting & electoral issues, public funding, press freedom, donations, expenses, lobbying, the democratic deficit & more are all on my radar. If any of this floats (or rocks) your boat, I'd love to hear from you. 📩 (And because I'm addicted, keeping up a side of New Zealand coverage on the road to the Nov 7 election too.) In this shrinking industry, grateful for another great journalism job at the little newswire that could.

aap.com.au

Educators With SEND Experience Worldwide - School Support Practices

🌏 A World of SEND project 🌍 I'm in the process of writing some articles about SEND around the world. I'd love to get in touch with anyone who has worked in any of these countries and would be happy to answer some questions about how schools support pupils with SEND: Finland 🇫🇮 Canada 🇨🇦 Australia 🇦🇺 Japan 🇯🇵 Netherlands 🇳🇱 France 🇫🇷 Singapore 🇸🇬 USA 🇺🇸 Sweden 🇸🇪 China 🇨🇳 If you have worked in any other country that isn't listed, I'd like to hear from you too! These are just the ones I have started gathering information about so far. Please reply below, or send me a message if you are happy to help 🙂 Thanks, Claire

Australian Men 35+ - Dating Experiences, Apps & Expectations

28F Looking to speak with M35+ Hi everyone — I'm a freelance journalist working on a piece about what dating is like for men in Australia right now. There's a lot of talk about dating apps, burnout, changing expectations, and frustration on both sides, but I’m keen to hear directly from Aussie men about what their real experiences look like. If you're open to sharing, I'd love to hear: Are you currently dating, taking a break, or feeling over it? Have dating apps made dating easier or more frustrating for you? Do you feel like expectations around dating have changed in recent years? What do you wish more women understood about men's experiences of dating today? You're welcome to comment or DM me. Happy for responses to be anonymous, and I always ask permission before quoting anyone in print. Really appreciate any honesty — even if it's just venting.

Australians Who Can't Afford Children - Choosing Not To Parent

Feel like you can't afford kids? Hi all, I'm an SBS journalist and regularly use reddit for stories. I'm really keen to speak to Australians who feel they genuinely can't afford to have children for an SBS News story. Does this make you sad? Was it a tough decision, or an easy one? Or are you still trying to decide? If you're willing to share your story, please reach out to me for a chat - can be anon if you like. Thank you 🙏 [email redacted] or DM me

sbs.com.au

FIFO Fathers & Support Workers - Returning to Site After Fatherhood

FIFO Fathers - I want to hear from you. The FIFO Family Project is presenting at the Australian Fatherhood Research Symposium on 8 May. We interviewed fathers for the guide and I’ve heard many stories from Dads since. I want to hear from you so we have more FIFO dads’ voices in the conversation. If you’re a FIFO father: - What worked when you came back to site after becoming a dad? - What didn’t? - What would’ve made the difference? If you work alongside FIFO fathers - supervisor, GP, midwife, CHN, EAP, HSE: - What do you need to actually support them? - What have you seen work? - What’s missing? We know fathers are leaving the industry FIFO when they start a family. Not because they want to - but because they don’t feel they can manage both. We’re here to say they can. With support. But we need to know what that actually looks like in practice. Comment below or DM me if you’d rather stay anonymous. #FIFOFathers #FIFOFamily #PaternalMentalHealth #MiningIndustry #TheFIFOFamilyProject #perinatal

Perth First-Home Buyers - Outbid by Cashed-Up Seniors

Perth first home buyers: Have you been pipped at the post by a cashed up senior when making a bid on a home? I would love to speak to you for an article for The West Australian. Now is the time to make your voice heard as the Federal Government considers whether to change capital gains tax and negative gearing. Please share.

thewest.com.au

Regional Australia Jobseekers - Car Use & Mutual Obligations

JOB providers MOs and fuel Hi everyone - I am a reporter with Guardian Australia. I often write about Centrelink and have chatted with some of you for other stories. Do you have to use your car because there is no public transport in your area? Do you have to do mutual obligations right now? Would you feel comfortable chatting for a story? Please message me here or email: [email redacted]

theguardian.com

International Students in Perth - Isolation & Community Support

international student experiences Hi everyone! I am a journalist writing a story on the experiences of international students in Perth. If you have faced isolation/loneliness while studying in Australia, or you have a community group you are a part of that has helped you while studying in Australia, I would love to hear your experiences!

Australian Defamation Lawyer - Ruby Rose Allegations Katy Perry

Looking to speak to an expert in Australian law regarding Ruby Rose's allegations against Katy Perry for an IGV article #pressrequest please get in touch on [email redacted] if you can help please!

Car-Dependent Jobseekers - Mutual Obligations & No Public Transport

Hi everyone - Do you have to use your car because there is no public transport in your area? Do you have to do mutual obligations right now? Would you feel comfortable chatting for a story? Please message me here or email: [email redacted]

theguardian.com

Australians Who Tried New Free Mental Health Scheme - Accessibility

Hi everyone, I’m a journalism student working on a story about the new free mental health care scheme in Australia. I’m trying to understand how accessible it actually is in practice. If you’ve tried to access it (or considered it), I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience: Was it easy to find information? - Were there long wait times? - Did “free” actually make a difference? Also curious if there are groups of people who feel like this scheme isn’t really accessible to them. Happy for you to comment！

Samburu Cultural Astronomers & Indigenous Sky Experts - Astrotourism

For a story on #astrotourism in #Samburu w/ Discover I'm looking to speak w/ cultural astronomers on the history of stargazing and Indigenous cultural experts from other cultures where the stars are central (Australia, Namibia, etc.). email: [email redacted] #journorequest

discovermagazine.com

Australian Frontline Domestic Violence Workers - Workforce Shortages

Looking to hear firsthand experiences from Australian DFV Hi everyone, I’m a student journalist from the University of Sydney, currently researching workforce shortages and challenges within Australia’s domestic violence support services. I’m hoping to connect with current or former frontline workers in this field. All responses will be fully anonymous if you prefer, and you can skip any questions you’re uncomfortable answering. I’d greatly appreciate the chance to hear your firsthand experiences, challenges and insights. Your perspective is critical to understanding this underreported issue and will add real depth to my story. If you’re open to sharing, please leave a comment below or send me a direct message. Thank you so much for the vital, life-changing work you do for vulnerable communities across Australia.

One Nation Voters Under 30 - Why Party Appeals

Canvassing for young conservatives for an interview Hi y'all, I'm writing a story for a news show I work on at a radio station about the recent success of One Nation at the state election last month. Was hoping to get some younger people (under 30) who voted favourably for One Nation who would be willing to answer a few quick questions about why the party appeals to them. If you would be interested in helping out, feel free to drop a comment or DM me. Thanks! :)

Former Edelman APAC Health Chair - Launches Advisory Ward

I didn't think my LinkedIn #journorequest for brief #Australia and New Zealand news this morning would actually work, and I was right. It did not. Instead, I got a bunch of emails and press releases from the #ANZ PR community in my inbox that were too good to simply be briefs. So thanks, guys, for just being too good at your jobs. One such story I had to share in its entirety was that The Ward Marketing Group has appointed former Edelman APAC health chairWill Collieto launchThe Advisory Ward, a new corporate and strategic communications advisory firm. Created in partnership with group CEOStuart Black,the new offering has been established to provide senior communications counsel to #pharmaceutical, #biotech, consumer wellness, and #healthcare organisations navigating increasingly complex reputational, regulatory, and stakeholder environments. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gUMxwF3R And please continue sending over your emails and releases (for both ANZ and APAC) to me at [email redacted]. Surely I'll be able to get something that is worth a brief soon enough. #PRovokeNews #NewZealand #PR

provokemedia.com

First Home Buyers & Investors - Upcoming Budget Impact

With this change looking all but certain in the upcoming budget, I am looking to speak to some first home buyers and investors that would be prepared to tell the world about how they think the budget will affect their plans. If that's you, msg me on [email redacted]

nine.com.au

Car-Dependent Jobseekers on Mutual Obligations - Transport to Work

Do you have to use your car because there is no PT in your area? Do you have to do "Mutual" Obligations right now? Would you feel comfortable chatting for a story? contact @caitkelly.bsky.social (cait rules btw)

West Australians - Tech, Superannuation & Consumer Finance Stories

I just started my new gig at The West Australian covering technology, superannuation and consumer finance. If you’ve got a yarn in those areas (or anything else that might matter to the average West Aussie), feel free to get in touch. If it's too spicy for email, drop me a line on Signal, anonymity guaranteed. RyanJ_SVW

thewest.com.au