Mermaids in Folklore & Australian Indigenous Culture

by Vanessa Witschi  

Mermaids are present in the folklore of many cultures around the world. They can be found in Native American culture, Ancient Greek and Roman cultures, as well as in Asia (particularly China, Japan, Indonesia and … Read More

Eat me Love me SEE me: Hotham Street Ladies

by Klare Lanson  

“Let them eat cake.” – Marie Antoinette  

I remember receiving a text message back in 2007 from a girlfriend requesting I reply with my favourite recipe; to be used for an inner city community … Read More

ACTease March 2014

by Courtney Symes  

The things that inspire artists constantly amaze and excite me. It could be a word, a feeling, their home or local environment and surroundings that trigger the greatest creative sparks. The beauty of these humble … Read More

Stralian Stories: Joyful Strains

Gurt by Sea: the freedom to be from somewhere else  

by Neil Boyack  

Patrick White once said that he hoped Australians never found out what it was to be Australian. I agree with this sentiment. Time and … Read More