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Jenna Price

Vets are health workers, just the same as doctors and nurses. Picture by Karleen Minney

It's time we start treating our vets like health workers.

'Does chocolate poison goats?' The answer may be harder to find in the future

Young trans people and their families need support

Gender services aren't perfect but there is no need for overreaction

Zoë Wundenberg

The grief of losing a love one never really leaves. Picture Shutterstock

Grief goes on, but so do our late loved one's teachings.

Loved ones keep teaching us long after they leave

Crispin Hull

Wealth inequality and less accessible health care are leading to a feeling of unhappinnes in the nation. Picture Shutterstock

Recent numbers show that Australians are becoming unhappier.

The stats are a cause for concern

The private market will not deliver affordable homes on its own. Picture Shutterstock

Something is deeply wrong when only the wealthiest can rent.

People now resorting to crowdfunding to afford rentals

Rob Shaw

Launceston co-captain and now president Scott Stephens leads his team through the banner for the 2008 NTFL grand final against Burnie played at Latrobe Oval. It was the last match played in the competition. Picture file

Chance to to 'unite and grow' footy disappearing fast.

Lack of leadership behind state's 'transformational moment'

Daisy Huntly

It's a month-long event, but you can do a great deal of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 48 hours if you dare. Pictures by Daisy Huntly, Dane Simpson

See locals, do some homework, embrace chaos, check out the unknown.

How to do a city-based comedy festival in 48 hours from a regional expert

Steve Evans

Last night's leftovers are not the most appetising lunch. Picture Shutterstock

I engage in something very miserable every day.

Australians have something to learn from the French

There are more than 120 armed conflicts in the world right now. Picture Shutterstock

Healthcare leadership is vital for national preparedness.

Health must be a priority amid simmering global tensions

A journalist questions Bruce Lehrmann during an enquiry in Canberra in 2023. Picture by Gary Ramage

Journalists' roles can get blurry in midst of political machinations.

Did fourth estate help Brittany Higgins? Journalists walk 'tightrope'

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