Episodes

  • A beginner’s guide to owning a pet in Australia

    A beginner’s guide to owning a pet in Australia
    Aug 12 2025
    Bringing a pet into your home can fill it with joy and companionship – but it also comes with important responsibilities. In Australia, new pet owners need to be aware of legal requirements, along with essential tips for training and caring for their animals.
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    9 mins
  • Is Australian tap water safe to drink? 

    Is Australian tap water safe to drink? 
    Aug 5 2025
    Access to safe drinking water is essential, and Australia’s often harsh environment means that our drinking water supplies are especially precious. With differences in the availability and quality of drinking water across the country, how do we know if it’s safe to drink? In this episode we get water experts to answer this question and more.  
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    9 mins
  • DIY Renovations: What you need to know before getting started

    DIY Renovations: What you need to know before getting started
    Jul 29 2025
    Many Australians love rolling up their sleeves and undertaking their own home improvements. But before you grab a hammer or paintbrush, it’s essential to understand the rules and risks so you can renovate safely and legally.
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    10 mins
  • Australia’s Indigenous education gap and the way forward

    Australia’s Indigenous education gap and the way forward
    Jul 22 2025
    Education is a pathway to opportunity, but for too long, Indigenous students in Australia have faced barriers to success. While challenges remain, positive change is happening. In this episode we’ll hear from Indigenous education experts and students about what’s working, why cultural education matters and how Indigenous and Western knowledge can come together to benefit all students.
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    9 mins
  • How to start your home business in Australia

    How to start your home business in Australia
    Jul 8 2025
    Did you know that people offering taxi services from home need to register for Goods and Services Tax (GST)—regardless of how much they earn? Or that a fitness instructor needs local council approval to see clients at home? In this episode, we unpack the basic rules you need to know when setting up a home-based business in Australia.
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    10 mins
  • What is a Justice of the Peace? When do you need one?

    What is a Justice of the Peace? When do you need one?
    Jul 7 2025
    At some stage you will probably need help from a Justice of the Peace. It may be to prove your identity, to make an insurance claim or to certify copies of your legal documents in your language. JPs are trained volunteers who play a crucial role in the community by helping maintain the integrity of our legal system. So what exactly does a JP do and where can we find one when we need their services?
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    10 mins
  • How is alcohol regulated and consumed in Australia?

    How is alcohol regulated and consumed in Australia?
    Jul 1 2025
    In Australia, alcohol is often portrayed as part of social life—especially at BBQs, sporting events, and public holidays. Customs like BYO, where you bring your own drinks to gatherings, and 'shouting' rounds at the pub are part of the culture. However, because of the health risks associated with alcohol, there are regulations in place. It’s also important to understand the laws around the legal drinking age, where you can buy or consume alcohol, and how these rules vary across states and territories.
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    11 mins
  • First Nations representation in media: What’s changing, why it matters

    First Nations representation in media: What’s changing, why it matters
    Jun 24 2025
    The representation of Indigenous Australians in media has historically been shaped by stereotypes and exclusion, but this is gradually changing. Indigenous platforms like National Indigenous Television (NITV) and social media are breaking barriers, empowering First Nations voices, and fostering a more inclusive understanding of Australia’s diverse cultural identity. Learning about these changes offers valuable insight into the country’s true history, its ongoing journey toward equity, and the rich cultures that form the foundation of modern Australia. Understanding Indigenous perspectives is also an important step toward respectful connection and shared belonging.
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    9 mins