#SheReviews Come From Away
Every now and then you see a show that lets you know you are part of something special and that the world can be a wonderful place even in our darkest hours. This week in Brisbane it was the award – […]
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An Amicable Divorce ‘Can Be Done’
It is possible for a marriage to end amicably, according to many people who responded to a recent ABC Life Matters series The Good Divorce. In the series, ABC news anchor Tamara Oudyn explored how couples can separate without unduly damaging themselves, […]
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7 Australians could travel to select Asian and Pacific destinations without facing lengthy stints in quarantine by August, as the Morrison government looks to open the border to more countries after establishing a safe travel zone with New Zealand. […]
What Katie Did Next
Queensland’s Katie Noonan does not need an introduction. She has won 5 Arias and been nominated 27 times. She has released 20 albums, with seven platinum record sale moments. She is one of Australia’s greatest singers of all time. Yet she […]
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Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull says the NSW government has capitulated to a “ferocious campaign” from the media after his appointment to a clean energy board was overturned. Last week, NSW Environment Minister Matt Kean had backed Mr Turnbull to lead […]
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Thursday April 1 Greater Brisbane’s lockdown will end at noon today, but all Queenslanders will need to wear a mask when leaving their home for the next fortnight. The announcement by the government ends fears of an extended lockdown over Easter. […]
#SheInspires Beverley Bass
It’s just past nine on a balmy Friday morning in Brisbane, Australia and I’m dialling a number which will connect me to Texas. I’m not usually nervous about interviewing people but… today is special. My voice shakes as I hear the […]
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WEDNESDAY, March 31 Queensland has recorded two new community cases of COVID-19, both linked to an existing cluster, in an encouraging sign that lockdown could be lifted tomorrow if the situation doesn’t worsen, reports the ABC Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said both were […]
Buzzing About Books – Rainy Day Reads
#SheSociety’s Michelle Beesley shares her favourite rainy day reads. Michelle BeesleyMichelle Beesley is a Brisbane born and bred former primary school teacher. A wife, proud grandma and mother of three grown sons, Michelle is thrilled to have recently published her debut contemporary […]
Daily News Roundup
NEWSDESK MONDAY, MARCH 29 All schools in Greater Brisbane will be closed from tomorrow as part of a general three day lockdown after Queensland recorded 10 new cases of coronavirus, four of those locally acquired. The restrictions, which begin at 5pm today […]
World Science Festival 2021 – Girls, Science, Open Day & Regional Dates
Girls love science too When I was a girl I loved anything to do with science. I preserved various sea creatures found amongst the rocks at the beach in sealed glass jars full of formalin, namely hermit crabs and blue-ringed octopus. […]
Daily News Round-up
FRIDAY, MARCH 26 An urgent COVID alert has been put out for three Brisbane venues after a 26-year-old man tested positive to coronavirus. The man has been infectious since Friday and had been quite active in the community until Thursday when he […]
WOW AUSTRALIA 2021 ELEVATES VOICES OF REGIONAL WOMEN AND GIRLS
The highly-anticipated WOW (Women of the World) Australia 2021 will be held in communities across Queensland with a series of bold, conversation-provoking festivals and events taking place throughout the year from June through to October. An alternative to the multi-day WOW […]
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THURSDAY, MARCH 25 Australian music legend John Paul Young thrilled a school musical cast and audience with a stunning, unheralded appearance in a North Queensland school’s production of Strictly Ballroom last night, reports the ABC. Young appeared on stage during the […]
SheDiscovers What’s New This Week
New Book Release – The Mind Strength Method by Jodie Lowinger What if you could turn anxiety into your superpower? Dr Jodie Lowinger – clinical psychologist, executive coach and founder of the Sydney Anxiety Clinic – is at the forefront of mental […]
A Q&A With Carlea Visco, on Women Caravanning, Camping And Travelling Solo
SheSociety had the chance to ask community leader Carlea Visco and admin of one of Brisbane’s most prominent Facebook Groups, Women Caravanning, Camping And Travelling Solo, a few questions on the benefits of solo travel! Tell us a little bit about yourself […]
Daily News Roundup
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24 Three quarters of Australians say their ideal work environment is a mix of remote and in-person working, according to a new study. Another 16 per cent say they’d prefer a wholly virtual workplace where they can contribute from […]
Where Stories Live – The Brisbane Writers Festival 2021
2020 was a tough year for the arts and the annual Brisbane Writers Festival became an online event. This year it is back in hybrid form, with a range of online events and in person conversations. SheSociety were very excited to […]
Firebird – An Instrumental Spectacular From QSO
Every now and then you head along to an event which moves you, surprises you and leaves you wanting more. Such was the case with Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Firebird concert featuring outstanding pianist, Simon Tedeschi and charismatic Italian conductor, Umberto Clerici. […]
World Science Festival 2021 Arrives In Queensland
Now in its sixth year I am excited to announce the World Science Festival 2021 theme ‘Extremes and Adaptations’ is here to celebrate the entanglement of science and art, and kicks off in Brisbane 24-28 March 2021, prior to its regional […]