Canberra’s public transport: where’s it headed?

With the recent release of a new bus timetable, and ongoing construction around the ACT, the future of Canberra’s public transport network is uncertain. Unfortunately, the new timetable has forced many people to change the way that they travel around Canberra.Continue readingCanberra’s public transport: where’s it headed?

Community push for new reserve in Molonglo Valley

A group of community members are pushing for an area of remnant bushland in Canberra’s west to be re-zoned as a protected nature reserve. Entomologist Alice Wells says Bluetts Block is a ‘community asset’ and that the group is ‘disturbed’ by the type of development in the area.Continue readingCommunity push for new reserve in Molonglo Valley

The Owl News Feature Podcast: vaping, bushland preservation, and the Big Issue

In this edition of The Owl News Feature Podcast presented by Chloe Swan and Paris McMahon: vaping, bushland preservation, and the Big Issue.Continue readingThe Owl News Feature Podcast: vaping, bushland preservation, and the Big Issue

Are you confident in your swimming abilities? Many Australians aren’t

Swimming is one of the best summer activities, right? But what about those who can’t swim? One in four Australians say they are weak swimmers, so what can we do to ensure we are all safe in the water? Royal Life Saving ACT has some answers.Continue readingAre you confident in your swimming abilities? Many Australians aren’t

Generation vape

Thirty years’ worth of world leading tobacco control had Gen Z on track to be Australia’s first smoke-free generation — then came vapes. The increasing popularity of e-cigarettes among Australian youth has introduced a whole new generation to the danger of nicotine. Experts warn e-cigarettes have also become a gateway to smoking traditional cigarettes.Continue readingGeneration vape

Respectful relationships

In this episode of TACT, Jen is joined by Dr Sheridan Kerr, who is a Senior Director at Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT, to talk about how to build and maintain respectful relationships with the people in our lives.Continue readingRespectful relationships

The financial reality of pursing a dream

Musicians in Canberra are finding that pursing their dreams of writing, recording, and playing music is costing them thousands out of their own pocket. While being a musician may seem like a creative and glamorous job, the financial costs involved fly under the radar.Continue readingThe financial reality of pursing a dream

Asia’s orphans: who are volunteers really helping?

Intrigued by colourful pamphlets and motivated by the chance to change the world for the better, many Australians are fond of jetting off to Asian countries to help children in need. Tourists are often met with sights of ragged children living in cramped and crumbling homes. However, these tragic sights are not what they seem.Continue readingAsia’s orphans: who are volunteers really helping?

Q&A with Leslie Seebeck: wicked problems and the public service

What are some things Australia is missing when we talk about new technology, cyber security and AI? Where does AUKUS fit in the conversation about advanced technology? The Owl’s Jenna Gray covers this and more in a conversation with former Australian Public Servant and academic, Dr Leslie Seebeck.Continue readingQ&A with Leslie Seebeck: wicked problems and the public service

The Owl News Feature Podcast: tabletop gaming, bushland preservation, and water safety

In this edition of The Owl News Feature Podcast, presented by Lily Stokes and Lachlan Dixon: tabletop gaming, bushland preservation, and water safety.Continue readingThe Owl News Feature Podcast: tabletop gaming, bushland preservation, and water safety