Opening the doors on the hidden life of carers
( AO 22-Oct-08 )
In celebration of Carer's Week, a new book highlights the work, dedication, challenges and joys faced by carers. "Opening the Doors: the Hidden Life of Carers" is an inspiring book which will be a valuable resource to other carers and increase community recognition of the importance of the carers' role.
ABC TV Announces Presenters For Beijing Paralympics
( ABC TV 20-Jun-08 )
Comedian and TV presenter Adam Hills, Paralympic Gold Medallist Louise Sauvage, and ABC Sport presenters Karen Tighe and Steve Robilliard were today announced as the team to present ABC TV’s exclusive coverage of the Paralympic Games Beijing 2008.
Alzheimers Australia NSW Free Writers Workshop
( 13-Jun-08 )
Ever thought about writing a life story, a biography, a journal, or just getting your thoughts onto paper, but no sure where to start? Why not come along to a FREE 2 hour workshop which will provide you with a basic introduction to writing run by Alzheimer's Australia NSW.
Gimmick or ambassador for blind people?
( BBC 13-Jun-08 )
The arrival of a blind contestant in the UK's Big Brother house has already sparked a great deal of interest. But Damon Rose, who is himself blind, says he will be under great scrutiny.
Food Matters But Is It The Answer To Cancer?
( Food Matters 19-May-08 )
A provocative new documentary called Food Matters, set to launch globally on May 30, aims to further jolt the trillion dollar worldwide so-called ‘sickness industry’ by declaring a range of scientifically verifiable solutions for curing disease naturally.
A sympathetic Ear
( Arts Access 15-Apr-08 )
Way Out West presents their first performance: a sympathetic ear Born from Greek myths, original costume designs and Makaton sign language, this performance is a collage of human experience - requiring the witness of a sympathetic ear.
Life Before Death
( Guardian 4-Apr-08 )
This sombre series of portraits taken of people before and after they had died is a challenging and poignant study. The work by German photographer Walter Schels and his partner Beate Lakotta, who recorded interviews with the subjects in their final days, reveals much about dying - and living. Life Before Death is at the Wellcome Collection from April 9-May 18