Migrant strings in the mix
Musicians from diverse cultures who have enriched Melbourne’s music scene tell their stories of struggle and achievement. Shareena Abdul Aziz reports.
How will the cancelling of the 457 Visa impact Australia’s workforce?
The federal government has announced the abolition of the 457 Visa program after more than two decades. The Burning Question’s Donal Sheil investigates the impact…
Musicians Anonymous
Branford Gruar introduces us to Musicians Anonymous and three recovering music addicts. Drawing on his own experience as a composer, producer and performer, Branford…
Population growth key issue in local council elections
In the lead up to Victorian local government elections, residents in Melbourne’s west are calling on local politicians to do more to meet the…
Concerns remain over Pentridge prison development
Coburg residents are divided over plans to re-develop Pentridge Prison. Rebecca Johansen reports.
Support for international students increased
Swinburne University has started a new program to introduce international students to Australian culture and improve their learning. Regina Crystal Lavien reports.
Bali memorial revamp angers skaters
Melbourne City Council’s decision to reconstruct the Lincoln Square Bali Bombing memorial to deter skateboarders from using the site has received mixed reviews from…
How I made the jump from science to comedy
Halle Skews speaks with Melbourne performer Laura Buskes about how she made the jump from a Science degree into the world of Improv.
Blood Donation dilemma
According to Australian the Red Cross, just three per cent of Australians donate blood annually with demand for blood donation is expected to grow 100 per cent…
New figures prompt calls for more action on poker machine reform
Recent statistics show Australian punters lost more than 11 billion dollars on poker machines last year, representing almost half of all money lost by…