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Indonesian Cafe & Restaurant Owners Melbourne - Rising Costs

Hello everyone, I have another request! I'm currently writing about Indonesian cafe or restaurant owners in Melbourne, Australia, for a feature I'm working on. Around 10% of Australian cafés and restaurants have closed over the past year due to a sharp rise in operating costs and shrinking profit margins. Let me know through DMs or Instagram! I need at least two more people! Thank you everyone! ❤️

Businesses in New Farm to Bowen Hills - Community Spotlight

Own or know a business in New Farm, Teneriffe, Newstead, Fortitude Valley or Bowen Hills? If you’ve got a business, or know one we should check out, we’d love to hear from you 👉 DM us on Instagram https://t.co/gh7F8xLR7W 👉 Comment below 👉 Or email [email redacted] https://t.co/HxweYNWqRR

bubblenews.com.au

Young Australians 18-30 - Resilience vs Boomers & Life Satisfaction

Are we as resilient as we'd like to be? Hi everyone, I'm a producer for SBS Insight. We're working on a fascinating episode about resilience and I'm looking to speak with a young person who would be keen to discuss this. I'm interested in comparing us with Boomers - perhaps for some of us, despite having a full-time job and a place to sleep, we still feel dissatisfied, and less resilient than our parents were? Studies show Aussies are generally less satisfied with life than we were during Covid. I know a big part of this is simply cost of living, but I'd be interested in delving deeper into this. Or perhaps, being able to be express vulnerability / struggle is a positive thing? If you're keen to chat, feel free to DM me or email me at [email redacted]

sbs.com.au

Australians Affected By AI - Work & National Infrastructure Impact

Seeking Australian voices for an upcoming series on AI, work, and national infrastructure. I’m currently reporting a major feature series examining the real-world impact of generative AI on Australian workplaces, local communities, and the broader economy. While policy frameworks and mega-investments capture the headlines, I’m looking to ground the numbers in real, lived experiences. I am looking to chat to: Displaced/shifted workers: Mid-career or entry-level professionals (admin, tech, corporate, creative) whose roles have been directly impacted, restructured, or eliminated due to AI integration. (Anonymity fully guaranteed if required.) Data centre industry insiders: Electricians, HVAC engineers, site managers, or technicians working on the frontlines of hyperscale data centre construction and operations across Australia. Parents and teenagers: Families navigating the introduction of AI at home - from homework tools to teenagers forming daily habits with conversational AI companion apps. Founders and researchers: Local AI talent or academic researchers weighing up whether to stay in Australia or relocate overseas due to compute costs and VC availability. Happy to chat over email, text or on the phone. How to connect: DM me directly here on LinkedIn (my inbox is open). Email me confidentially at: [email redacted] Know someone who fits one of these descriptions? Tag them below or repost this to your network.

nine.com.au

RMIT Students Near Building 80 - Approached by Religious Groups

Have You Been Approached by Religious Groups at RMIT? Hey everyone! I'm a journalism student at RMIT and recently came across several posts on this subreddit discussing students being approached by religious groups around Building 80 and the city campus. For an article I'm writing on campus safety and the experiences of students at RMIT, I'm looking to speak with students who have interacted with these recruiters or groups. In particular, I'm interested in hearing about how people were approached, whether they felt pressured to engage, and any concerns they may have had about the experience. I'm also interested in reports that some groups may disproportionately approach students from particular cultural or ethnic backgrounds, and I'd like to better understand whether this has been the case. All interviews will be anonymous unless you explicitly state otherwise. If you'd be willing to share your experience, please send me a private message so we can arrange an interview. Thanks!

Sydney Homeowners & Renters - Winter Mould Experiences

Sydney Winter Mould Hey there, Not sure if this is the right forum but looking to speak to some homeowners and renters based around Sydney on their experiences with mould this winter season. This will be part of an upcoming news piece.

UK/Aus/US Production Roasters - Heatwave Roasting & Wildfire Smoke

Source request! I'm working on an article for my newsletter The Pourover about the challenges of roasting coffee in a heatwave, especially when, in the US, UK, Australia (and Canada?) anyway, there are no country-wide legal workplace temperature limits. I'd love to hear from UK-, Aus- or US-based production roasters about your experiences - can be anonymous. Also Midwest/NE/Canada-based roasters, this plus wildfire smoke. And business owners, are you taking steps to help workers with heat and ventilation? Feel free to message me here or email fionn [at] thepourover [dot] coffee Thanks!

thepourover.coffee

Travel Agents in China, France, US, UAE & Others - Holiday Bookings

#Journorequest for The Telegraph (UK), I’m looking to speak to travel agents based in the below countries, who arrange international or domestic holidays for local people. Please email [email redacted] - thanks! China France US UAE S. Africa Spain Italy Greece Australia

telegraph.co.uk

Australian Doctors With Addiction - Experience After AHPRA Changes

Aussie doctors with addiction podcast I posted here a little while ago and got some interesting responses - thanks for the support. (podcast) The first two episodes from the podcast are out, there's more coming shortly. A couple of the upcoming episodes are on AHPRA. I'm keen to hear from anyone that may have experience after the expert advisory group recommendations (https://www.ahpra.gov.au/About-Ahpra/Our-engagement-activities/Advisory-groups/Minimising-Practitioner-Distress-EAG) came out and AHPRA changed the way they handle unwell impaired doctors. If there's anything else you disagree with or feel is missing let me know.

UK Adults - Money Worries Causing Choices Against Values

UK case study call-out: Have money worries ever made you act in ways that run counter to your values, or at the very least aren’t what you think the ‘ideal’ or most courageous version of you would do? Think: deciding to stay in a job you don't really enjoy because retraining, taking that pay cut or starting that business just seems like too much to bear, wanting to move cities or countries but feeling it’ll set you back too much financially, declining invitations because you feel they’re too much of a drain on your home deposit goal, nickel and diming friends and family etc. I’m working on a piece about why some of us are feeling so financially anxious right now, what effects that has on us and our community and what actually may be within our control. Comment or DM me if this is you or you think you might know of someone.😊 Also: Australian/UK friends! I’m in the UK now and working across wealth, personal finance, travel, culture and wellness. My usual mixed bag. Let me know about the local London legends I should know about. #wealth #financialanxiety

Former Shincheonji Members in Melbourne - Personal Stories Podcast

Looking to Speak With a Former Shincheonji Member in Melbourne Hi everyone, I hope this post is okay. One of the hosts on our Melbourne-based podcast has been researching Shincheonji for a while, and we'd really like to have an honest conversation with someone who has experienced it firsthand. If there's an ex-member based in Melbourne who would feel comfortable sharing their story, we'd love to chat. There's absolutely no pressure, and if you'd prefer to remain anonymous, we're happy to discuss ways to make that work. Our goal is simply to help people better understand what it's like from someone who's lived through it. If you're interested, feel free to comment or send me a private message. Thanks.

Sydney Tenants - Rent Hikes & Negligent Landlords

I'm a journo working on a story on rent raises and shit landlords, drop your stories below Like it says I'm a journo with a big Australian outlet doing some work on rent raises and terrible landlords, particularly in the Sydney area. Rents are soaring while wages stay the same and landlords are doing nothing to abate unfavourable (and mostly true) stereotypes. Message me your horror stories.

Property Investors - Switched To New Builds Since Budget

Property Investors - have you switched from established properties to new builds since the budget? Hey guys, I'm a reporter with The Australian newspaper. I'm looking to speak with a property investor who has recently made the switch to investing in new builds with the government's negative gearing changes or is seriously considering it. You don't need to be a seasoned investor with a big portfolio - if you're an everyday person who owns one or a few investment properties trying to get ahead and the budget changes have shifted your thinking, I'd love to hear your story. What are your thoughts? If interested or have any insights, would love to get in touch.

theaustralian.com.au

Fitness Businesses in Australia New Zealand & Asia - Press Releases

It’s that time of the week again 📰 Please send your press releases, images and videos by 5pm today. - Business growth & expansion - Partnerships & product launches - People moves - Events & industry initiatives - Research, trends & innovation If it’s happening in fitness across Australia, New Zealand or Asia — we want to hear about it. 📩 Submit to: [email redacted] Watch episodes 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghfuXkA9 Follow for daily news updates 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-t5M3em Australasian Leisure Management magazine Nigel Benton Karen Sweaney AUSactive Exercise New Zealand

ausleisure.com.au

Bottle & Can Collectors - 10c Refunds Study

Article on Containers for Change Hi all! I'm studying news and entertainment media at ECU city campus and I'm working on a story about people who go out and actively collect bottles and cans for the 10c refunds. If you or someone you know is a collector, please get in touch for a chat! Thank you 😀

Fitness Businesses Australia NZ & Asia - Growth Partnerships & Events

Have you got Fitness Industry News to share? Send your press releases, images and videos every Monday. - Business growth & expansion - Partnerships & product launches - People moves - Events & industry initiatives - Research, trends & innovation If it’s happening in fitness across Australia, New Zealand or Asia — we want to hear about it. 📩 Submit to: [email redacted] Watch episodes 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghfuXkA9 Follow for daily news updates 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-t5M3em Australasian Leisure Management magazine Nigel Benton Karen Sweaney

ausleisure.com.au

WA Social Entrepreneurs - 2026 Social Enterprise Awards Finalists

The 2026 WA Social Enterprise Awards finalists just got announced, and if you're a journalist, editor or producer looking for a story with heart, you've hit the jackpot. A jerky brand honouring a mate lost to suicide.......A rural cooperative that bought their dying town's only pub..... A café that reinvests 100% of its profits into training people experiencing homelessness...... A mattress recycling company staffed by migrants..... A soft drink made from native botanicals funding food education for First Nations kids... that's just five examples. Regional WA, First Nations enterprise, circular economy, disability employment, mental health, community resilience - I can connect you directly with the people behind a business relevant to your beat. Just direct message me or drop me a line [email redacted] #WASocialEnterpriseAwards #WASEC #SocialEnterprise #WesternAustralia #PurposeLedBusiness #Journalism

Gold Coast People Who Contacted A Current Affair - Evidence Tips

Gold Coast, AUS: Currently collecting evidence for a story I'm submitting to A Current Affair I'm wanting help from anyone who has ever reached out to A Current Affair for what evidence I should be collecting and how the whole process works. A bit of background: A woman I have known for many years pretended to have terminal cancer and took money from people close to her. Years later it now turns she faked the whole thing and it was a scam. When I met her about 8 years ago, she was a store assistant at an ASICS in Harbour Town. Apparently she was then a teacher at Labrador Playschool briefly. From what I've heard, she was fired. Now, from what I hear, she's a support worker which is alarming. She has used a lot of the money she gained from those close to her to fund various cosmetic procedures. I have screenshots and screen recordings of her claims on a Facebook page and a statement from an ex-friend. I am not quite sure how much money she took from people and I'm a little hesitant to just start messaging people I hardly know but will if that's what I have to do. If you are someone or know someone who has ever reached out to ACA with a story, how did it go? How much evidence did you have to collect yourself? Can you please comment here? Also, if this story or this woman sounds familiar to you, can you please comment here?

acurrentaffair.com.au

Parents & Students in Shepparton Independent Schools - Complaints

A Shepparton Independent School Hello everyone; tl;dr - if you have a complaint about Independent schools in Shepparton, please send it to acecomplaints7@gmail. Long post below; I am writing on this board to talk about Independent schools in Shepparton. A lot of people have had significant trouble with this school that they've been unable to do anything about for the following reasons; The Department of Education does not oversee Independent Schools. The Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority ONLY audits policies and procedures of schools. It does not act as a disciplinary body if all the paperwork is in order, persay. Independent Schools Victoria is not a disciplinary body, either. Complaints via public channels such as Google Reviews, Facebook posts or attempts at press reporting get quickly squashed down for threats of litigation and lawsuits. Therefore, I am attempting to collect stories in order to try and find a way to share it publicly so that people can hear the truth about what this school is doing. Common questions I have received are: 1) Why do I need stories other than my own? Because I am only one voice. More voices, more power, and everyone deserves to have their story told. 2) Why am I doing this? Because everyone has been shut down thoroughly by the school silencing students and parents both whenever anyone tries to do anything. 3) What will you do with the stories given? Send them to the press to try and get someone to write a story about this school and spread awareness so that SOMEONE does SOMETHING about it, because no one is. If you have a story about an independent school you'd like to share, please send an email to [email redacted] with a name and phone number. If you'd prefer not to share that, an email to contact you best on would suffice (so send it from one you check). The journalists have said that privacy is paramount. All names of people will be changed and no stories will be shared without the express consent of the people sending them in, hence the need for a phone number. I ask everyone to please take this post seriously, and please understand that this post is in fact a last resort, not a first one. I have done everything I possibly can to try and bring my own story to the eyes of any authority, and I have been told "we can't help you." The police have done everything they can, also, but this is bigger than them. Thank you for reading.

Former Students & Parents in Shepparton - ACE Secondary Complaints

Shepparton ACE Secondary College Hello everyone; tl;dr - if you have a complaint about Shepparton ACE Secondary College, please send it to acecomplaints7@gmail. Long post below; I am writing on this board to talk about a school in Shepparton called "Shepparton ACE Secondary College." A lot of people have had significant trouble with this school that they've been unable to do anything about for the following reasons; The Department of Education does not oversee Independent Schools. The Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority ONLY audits policies and procedures of schools. It does not act as a disciplinary body if all the paperwork is in order, persay. Independent Schools Victoria is not a disciplinary body, either. Complaints via public channels such as Google Reviews, Facebook posts or attempts at press reporting get quickly squashed down for threats of litigation and lawsuits. Therefore, I am attempting to collect stories in order to try and find a way to share it publicly so that people can hear the truth about what this school is doing. Common questions I have received are: 1) Why do I need stories other than my own? Because I am only one voice. More voices, more power, and everyone deserves to have their story told. 2) Why am I doing this? Because everyone has been shut down thoroughly by the school silencing students and parents both whenever anyone tries to do anything. 3) What will you do with the stories given? Send them to the press to try and get someone to write a story about this school and spread awareness so that SOMEONE does SOMETHING about it, because no one is. If you have a story about ACE you'd like to share, please send an email to [email redacted] with a name and phone number. If you'd prefer not to share that, an email to contact you best on would suffice (so send it from one you check). The journalists have said that privacy is paramount. All names of people will be changed and no stories will be shared without the express consent of the people sending them in, hence the need for a phone number. I ask everyone to please take this post seriously, and please understand that this post is in fact a last resort, not a first one. I have done everything I possibly can to try and bring my own story to the eyes of any authority, and I have been told "we can't help you." The police have done everything they can, also, but this is bigger than them. Thank you for reading.

Australian Parents - Child Failed Hearing Screening - Documentary

Looking to connect with Australian parents whose child didn't pass their hearing screening - for a documentary project Hi everyone! I hope it's okay to post this here. I'm part of a small documentary team from the University of Texas at Austin, currently in Sydney through a research grant. Our project explores Deaf education and hearing healthcare and how the systems around them (medical, educational, community) either supported or fell short for Deaf/HOH children across Texas and Sydney. We're looking to speak with Australian parents who: Had a child who didn't pass their hearing screening Went through the process of exploring hearing interventions (whether that's hearing aids, cochlear implants, Auslan, speech therapy, or something else entirely) Are open to sharing what that journey looked like. We want to understand your experience and how Australia's healthcare and education systems showed up for your family, or didn't. Filmed interviews can be done over Zoom or in person in Sydney, and we're happy to discuss any questions or concerns before committing to anything. Participation is completely voluntary, and we can talk through how your story would be used in the documentary. If you're interested or just want to know more, feel free to comment below or send me a DM. Thank you so much for reading, we really appreciate you considering sharing your story with us.

People Who Contacted A Current Affair - Evidence & Process Advice

Currently collecting evidence for a story I'm submitting to A Current Affair I'm wanting help from anyone who has ever reached out to A Current Affair for what evidence I should be collecting and how the whole process works. A bit of background: A woman I have known for many years pretended to have terminal cancer and took money from people close to her. Years later it now turns she faked the whole thing and it was a scam. When I met her about 8 years ago, she was a store assistant at an ASICS in Harbour Town. Apparently she was then a teacher at Labrador Playschool briefly. From what I've heard, she was fired. Now, from what I hear, she's a support worker. From what I hear, and saw with my own eyes unfortunately, she has used a lot of the money she gained from those close to her to fund various cosmetic procedures. I have screenshots of her claims on a Facebook page. I am not quite sure how much money she took from people and I'm a little hesitant to just start messaging people I hardly know but will if that's what I have to do. If you are someone or know someone who has ever reached out to ACA with a story, how did it go? How much evidence did you have to collect yourself? Can you please comment here or PM me? Also, if this story or this woman sounds familiar to, can you please PM me?

9news.com.au

Australians With Hyperhidrosis - TV Factual Series - Lived Experience

Australian television factual series - hyperhidrosis I'm looking to hear from people with lived experience of hyperhidrosis. I'm seeking individuals based in Australia and living with hyperhidrosis who would be open to sharing their story. If so, we'd welcome your stories. We're working on a factual series which will learn about some of these lesser known conditions. I can be reach here or @ [email redacted]

Canberra Residents - Untold Personal Stories & Community Voices

I did not realise how much I had missed this until I started again. Meeting people from different walks of life. Listening without rushing. Trying to do justice to what they share. I am now contributing to the print and digital editions of Canberra CityNews. A new city, new faces, but a familiar feeling: stories waiting to be told. Thank you Ian Meikle for believing in me. And Vinay Umarji, for being there in the ways that matter. If you are in Canberra and there is someone whose story should be told, I would love to hear from you. #Canberra #journalism #writing #stories

citynews.com.au

Employees Calling in Sick Tomorrow - World Cup Absenteeism

Are you chucking a sickie for tomorrow's match? Hey everyone, I'm with the SBS News digital team. I'm looking at a story about an increase in sick leave absenteeism during the World Cup and keen to speak to anyone who is calling in sick for tomorrow's game (we will keep you anonymous, of course). Feel free to DM or email at [email redacted]. Cheers!

sbs.com.au

Domestic Electricity Customers - 15% Bill Hikes Despite DMO Drop

It's 'loyalty tax' time. Wholesale electricity prices have dropped (DMO) but providers are stuffing customers w 15% bill hikes. Feedback welcome for a story. Providers have to give best offer by law

D/HH Students at Macquarie - Higher Ed Access & Campus Life

Seeking Deaf/ Hard of Hearing Students for a Documentary Hi y’all. We are group of four students from the U.S. currently based in North Ryde for the next few weeks. We are currently filming a documentary that compares education and hearing interventions between Texas and Sydney. We are looking to interview Deaf or hard of hearing students about their experiences navigating higher education and daily life as D/HH student, especially accessibility at Macquarie. Interviews will most likely be held in person somewhere on campus at a time that works for you. If you’re interested and comfortable being on camera and being filmed or have any questions please feel free to reach out!

Fitness Industry Australia NZ & Asia - Growth & Launches & Moves

Have you got Fitness Industry News to share? Send your press releases, images and videos by 5pm every Monday. - Business growth & expansion - Partnerships & product launches - People moves - Events & industry initiatives - Research, trends & innovation If it’s happening in fitness across Australia, New Zealand or Asia — we want to hear about it. 📩 Submit to: [email redacted] Watch episodes 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghfuXkA9 Follow for daily news updates 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-t5M3em Australasian Leisure Management magazine Nigel Benton Karen Sweaney

ausleisure.com.au

Queensland Public School Teachers - Corella AI Rollout Ethics

Integrating AI into the classroom Hi everyone, I'm an ABC journo based in Queensland. I'm currently working on a story about the roll-out of 'Corella' - an AI-assistant for teachers and students - in Queensland. I'm curious to know how public school teachers are using AI in their workflows and whether they have any ethical objections to it. If you're a public school teacher happy to chat then please flick me a message. Note: anything you send me will be "off-the-record". At this stage, I am just trying to get some background to help frame the story.

abc.net.au

Performance Artists in Tasmania - Sounds of Tasmania Documentary

Are you a performance artist in Tasmania? We want to hear your story. Become part of Sounds of Tasmania, a documentary series showcasing the incredible musicians and performance artists that make our state unique. Send me a message today to learn more and be part of this amazing project 🤗 The Music Den Facebook page link: https://lnkd.in/eDapAUGA . . . . . . Special thanks: Michael Herbert, Tash Zappala, Thanuji Jayathilake #tasmania #australia #tasmanianmusicians #themusicden #interview

Streamers & Game Devs in Japan Korea UK Australia - Cross-Promotion

Looking to interview International Streamers and Game Devs! Japan! Korea! UK! Australia! DM me on here or [email redacted] for free exposure and huge cross promotion opportunities! Have the best day everyone! Saxon CEO Cartridge Culture Media

People With Lived Experience Sydney & Canberra - Mental Health & NDIS

Linkedin community, I am wondering if you can help me? I am looking to interview more people with lived experience on Occupied to share with our listeners. This may be lived experience of mental health illness, carer roles, physical disability or health systems (such as NDIS). I am travelling to Sydney in August and Canberra in October for a conference and would love to record some live podcasts while I am there with Brock Cook! Do you know anyone interested?

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

Looking for sources in melb Australia Sources in Melbourne

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?

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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