Heywire
By ABC
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Episodes: 136
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Heywire presents personal stories from young Australians and the conversations that shape their communities.
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Hardy's making a go of comedy despite living 400km from the closest comedy club
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Aug 05, 2026 |
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Feeling trapped in his hometown, Dray moved four hours away to start over.
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Aug 02, 2026 |
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After years of being dismissed, Emily’s diagnosis at 16 made advocacy personal.
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Jul 31, 2026 |
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Having lived through years of drought, Megan knows how it affects farmers, families, and mental health.
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Jul 22, 2026 |
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Zein was a Syrian refugee that migrant to Australia. For her, peace is complicated.
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Jul 19, 2026 |
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Emily’s insistence on her symptoms led to a POTS diagnosis. For them, medical advocacy is the act of giving power to a voice the illness tries to quiet.
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Jul 15, 2026 |
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Jenny wants to make her family proud on her own terms, as an artist.
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Jul 13, 2026 |
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Hunter wants to use his experience of homelessness to change how people see it.
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Jul 07, 2026 |
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When Vishwa moved from India to rural SA, she took her love for the environment with her.
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Jul 06, 2026 |
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Maysa was able to reconnect to her Solomon Islands heritage through writing a drama piece about her ancestor in World War II
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Jul 02, 2026 |
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From a cattle farm to rep rugby, Katie turned a tough start at boarding school into opportunity.
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Jul 01, 2026 |
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Philippa grabbed every opportunity until she realised her achievements were masking her struggles.
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Jun 29, 2026 |
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After losing his father, a respected community leader, Jeremy channelled his grief into Aboriginal health and leadership.
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Jun 23, 2026 |
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Erin was just 12 when she had to pull the trigger on a starving cow during the drought. It’s a moment she’ll never forget.
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Jun 22, 2026 |
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Georgie comes from a long line of farmers, but fashion runs in her family too.
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Jun 17, 2026 |
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Justice was told she'd get her sight back within a few weeks. It’s been four years.
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Jun 16, 2026 |
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Mykel wants to live up to the legacy of his Uncle Paul and Aunty Isabel by studying Indigenous rights at University.
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Jun 04, 2026 |
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Hailey wants her family to be recognised for their work building stations in the Kimberley.
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Jun 02, 2026 |
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Declan lost most of his fingers on his hand in an accident. Navigating the NDIS has been challenging.
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May 13, 2026 |
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Jack knows how tough life can be, which is why he’s determined to be the kind of leader who supports the people who need it most.
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May 11, 2026 |
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Fabian's love of music helped him cope with homesickness when he was away from community and Country.
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May 08, 2026 |
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Coverage has always been patchy on Rhys's farm, but lately he can barely load a simple web page.
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May 06, 2026 |
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Antonije says being a good leader is about listening to ideas.
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May 04, 2026 |
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Audax is an advocate for intergenerational friendships.
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Apr 23, 2026 |
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When Chloe picked up a bow for the first time, she didn’t expect it to change her life.
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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Marilyn’s grief is part of her, but it took over when her brother was killed in an accident.
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Apr 10, 2026 |
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Despite losing a leg in a car crash Jye is still kicking goals on the footy field.
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Apr 09, 2026 |
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When Raiyn became homeless her dream of becoming a primary school teacher kept her going.
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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Kaz wants other trans kids to know there's acceptance out there.
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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Erika carried racism's weight in silence until a friend's voice inspired her to build a bridge for others.
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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Elena knows her OCD behaviours are irrational but the fear of not doing them makes it difficult to stop.
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Hanalie couldn't keep the smile off her face when she put on her bright yellow Country Fire Service uniform.
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Feb 15, 2026 |
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A broken-down camper led Monty to Aramac where she found a passion for agriculture.
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Jan 30, 2026 |
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Jordy struggled in school until an ADHD and dyslexia diagnosis helped her understand her learning differences
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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Be there for each other
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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There were 100 people in my class, now there are 100 people in the entire school.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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The world of writing feels accessible for me, when other things don’t
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I lost my mum to suicide. I want to talk about it so other young people don’t feel as alone as I did
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want to be a ranger and protect my beautiful Ardyaloon community.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I love agriculture and my local environment, so I play my part to support farmers and protect native species.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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The friendships I’ve made in athletics have been just as precious as the medals.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I'm learning traditional weaving techniques but I'm afraid climate change is putting our cultural practices at risk.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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It took me a while to accept my disability is a part of who I am. It doesn't define me, but it's shaped my journey.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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The drought gave me grit and determination and the knowledge that no matter what, I'll get through it.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I've been riding motorbikes since I could walk. But I've still had to prove I belong on the racing track.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want to be the kind of school captain and leader that makes Pop proud.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want bathrooms to be built better, to be more inclusive
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want everybody to have the support I do to chase their dreams.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Stop telling young trans kids our identity is ‘just a phase’ – it’s dangerous
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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My dream is to become a doctor, but my English might stop me.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Antidepressants gave me my life back
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I'm big on don't be shame, be blak and proud, says Taj.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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My family's decision to move to a farm changed my life in ways I didn't expect
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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The ‘I regret to inform you’ letters that changed my life
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I wasn't sure if I would cope. But a youth homeless shelter was my only option
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want to be a professional artist and use my work to connect with community and culture.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Shanaya is a national youth advocate because she wants to create positive change for her community
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want to care for people, like my Uncle Rasho did.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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When I found skateboarding, it was a game changer. Suddenly, everything became easier.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Flying is pure elation. More women are finding their place in aviation and I'm excited to be part of that.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want my music to be an escape for other people, something that makes them feel good.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I want to use nail art as a canvas for artistic expression and storytelling.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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My world was flipped upside down by a cancer diagnosis when I was in Year 6.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Nullawil was there for me in my darkest moment, now I want to be there for my town.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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When we fled the war in Ukraine, I thought we would be back in a few weeks. That was nearly three years ago.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I've turned my passion for baking into a thriving business with support from my community
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I refuse to let distance be a barrier to my classical music trumpet dreams.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I'm working tirelessly to put all my efforts into becoming an AFLW player.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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I deserve the rainbow. So do all the kids in Katherine
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Fly-fishing in the spectacular rivers of Tasmania is how I escape the world.
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Even when there's nothing to do in this town, I can run and feel free
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Take a chance and talk about things that really matter. You won't regret it
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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School bullies ruined Pride. But there's no stopping the power of kindness
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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A supercell hailstorm smashed my town. We can't let it become the norm
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I feel connected to my country and am glad our culture is being passed down
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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'It's too late to leave': I felt powerless when I heard that message
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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In my small regional community, the rescue helicopter has a big impact
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I knew nothing about the child protection system until I was in it
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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A sense of belonging means I hold my head high and treasure my new community
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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My family farm spans six generations. Land conservation is key to keeping the legacy
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Friends who push you to be the best version of yourself are the best friends you can have
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Gender dysphoria is exhausting. But the moments of euphoria sustain me
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I no longer take summer's carefree days of surfing and camping for granted
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I felt like I didn't have a cultural identity. Now I have two, and it's liberating
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I've overcome all the challenges in my life because of the love of my family
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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'I was supposed to be born a boy': The day I realised I was transgender
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Rural youth with eating disorders need better access to medical support
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I dreaded being the first and only girl in my construction class. Now I laugh
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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As a proud, mixed-race young man, I have found balance between my white and black sides
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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It felt like I was being stabbed. I was told it was just 'regular period pains'
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Understanding is key to celebrating diversity, instead of fearing it
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I used to admire the surf lifesaving volunteers. Now I'm one of them
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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We live in a beautiful place, but the tap water could give us cancer
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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If you really want something, no distance will be big enough to stop you
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Heywire 2024 winner Mike from Broken Hill
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Amid the shifting sands of life, the beach is my constant sanctuary.
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Every year, we go to Gnowangerup to tidy the graves of our ancestors.
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Nothing tastes better than tjupi — honey ants — when you eat them with family.
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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The course of rivers changed. Ancient trees were ripped from the ground.
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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I will always face challenges, but they won't stop me from doing the things I love.
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Chloe shares the challenges of living with dwarfism
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Dec 13, 2018 |
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Raymond from Buttah Windee and the outback fish farm
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Ivan thinks anyone can dance
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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How horses helped Jessica overcome loss
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Becoming a lawyer to help others
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Aidyn on how mowing helped his community
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Growing up with a dad that has dementia
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Alexander talks about having pectus excavatum
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Saving endangered animals in WA
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Life after foster care
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Tamica moved 2000 kilometres to find home
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Spearfishing in Far North Queensland
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Maddison shares what it's like to be a girl with autism
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Having 19 eye operations before you're 17
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Coming out to mum
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Karlira walked across the top of the NT
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Hayden is the first person in Ingam to grow sweet potato
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Saving the local pool
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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What it's like to move to Christmas Island
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Trading a big city school for a campfire under the stars
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Chelsea is the only female fire cadet in town
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Claudia on how drought impacted her town
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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For Charline, her mum is her inspiration
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Campaigning for same sex marriage in a tiny town
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Grace has learnt a lot volunteering in aged care
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Anthony takes a road trip to Alice to follow his dream
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Kate talks about overcoming an eating disorder
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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The live export ban threatened Kassidy's family farm
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Saul doesn't let scoliosis hold him back
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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How music helps Emily's mental health
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Finding identity in a snow man
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Kurt shears hundreds of sheep a day
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Coming out during the marriage vote
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Discovering the colour of Australia after immigrating
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Growing up with Type 1 Diabetes
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Dec 12, 2018 |
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Anxiety: 'I thought I was dying'
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Dec 11, 2018 |