As we head into another Federal Election, one thing we haven’t heard a lot about from either the opposition or government is the issue of food insecurity. Yet, a harsh (albeit hidden) reality confront…
Profiles
When a taste for beer turns into a career: Meet Little Creatures head brewer Jody Thomas
Jody Thomas is not the only university student who took beer seriously but there aren’t too many who forge a career out of it. The Little Creatures head brewer was studying genetics and microbiology a…
A degree in her 60s, still on the feminist front in her 90s. Honouring the incredible life of Margaret Jones
A local activist and one of Redfern Legal Centre’s longest serving volunteers passed away this month, aged 91. Margaret Jones was a woman who always marched to the beat of her own drum. She devoted he…
Meet Dr Angelica Merlot: The cancer researcher who completed a PhD in medicine at age 24
Dr Angelica Merlot spends her days researching some of the most deadliest cancers, and wants to see more women studying medicine and working in the field. Having completed her Phd in medicine at the a…
How 50-year-old founder Megan Avard launched her contract management startup, despite being told she “needed” a male co-founder
While seeking inspiration and advice for her brand new startup, founder Megan Avard was told in no uncertain terms she would not succeed unless she found a male co-founder with tech experience. The pr…
‘Take the risky route’: Meet Kendra Banks, SEEK’s new MD
We often lament the serious lack of female leaders in tech, so when we hear of one as impressive as Kendra Banks it’s easy to get excited. As the (relatively new) Managing Director of Australia…
Leak-proof undies? How Kristy Chong took on the challenge and won
Kristy Chong saw a need to disrupt the women’s underwear market and create a new womenswear category when she experienced “unmentionable” leaks while training for her first marathon. Runni…
