Articles
Lydia's vision to run the race of life
Tasmanian Salvo sees dignity in every person she meets. Words Jessica Morris Lydia Bruford was born to run. Even in Hobart’s chilly winter air, she will be seen striding along the pavement near...
The business of restoration
The God of new beginnings and second chances Words Robert Donaldson It is heartbreaking to drive around and see that so many local businesses that were thriving this time last year are now nothing mor...
June's story
A traumatised mother and her children have new hope for the future. June and her two daughters were brought to Australia on a partner visa by an Australian man whom she later married. Not long into th...
Return to hope
Frontline staff share the challenges and joys of life in a domestic violence shelter. Words Simone Worthing The annual commemoration of the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Viol...
Developing close relationships in a post-COVID world
The vital role of trust Words Barry Casey I have a feeling that the term ‘social distancing’ is here to stay. I cannot recall ever using that phrase before, but it rolls off my tongue so...
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Grateful dad gives back in the lead-up to Christmas
Justin Brown (left) and Geoff Moore are volunteer drivers for The Salvation Army Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal. Words Ruth Carr As a suddenly single father, with sole custody of three boys under 11, Justi...
TikTok and other internet time bombs
Building a firm ‘heart’ foundation to safeguard our kids Words Mark Hadley It was simultaneously the most surprising and alarming email I had ever received from my son’s school. I...
The narrow path to wellness
Words Barry Casey It seems to me that in these days of continual concern about personal health and wellbeing, a word that is increasingly creeping into our vocabulary – and conversations ȁ...
Sallyma'am on the front line
Major Lauriee Arthur (left) met with the Minister for Defence, Senator Linda Reynolds, after her address to the personnel on operations to the Middle East. Words Simone Worthing In non-COVID-19 times,...
Remembering the fallen
Words Simone Worthing At 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month (11 November) of 1918, World War One ended. Earlier that morning, Germany, facing imminent invasion, signed an armistice agreement with...