Stories—voices and journeys
Reflections, interviews, and editor notes about culture-in-practice, shared with consent and context.
Browse by topic
- Foodways and seasonality
- Protocols and etiquette
- Travel and place
- Learning and teaching
Story categories
Editor’s picks
- Listening before speaking: a practice for teams
- Finger lime memories and coastal harvests
- Acknowledging Country with care—not scripts
Most read
- How to plan a respectful Welcome to Country
- What seasonal calendars can teach workplaces
- Five ways to credit community knowledge
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Editorial ethics and community participation
Editorial guidelines
- Consent and review for first-person stories and attributions
- Clear context: place names, language, and seasonal notes where permitted
- Corrections policy: we fix errors quickly and transparently
Consent and attribution
We publish with permission and credit by name and community where consented. Sensitive knowledge is not requested or shared.
How we work with First Nations contributors
We engage through existing relationships, fair pay, and plain-language briefs that outline purpose and audience.
Submission guidelines
To pitch a story, email a paragraph and your connection to the topic to [email protected]. We respond within two weeks.
Participate and share
Story circles
Small-group sessions where participants practice listening, reflection, and attribution. Designed for teams and classrooms.
Mentored storytelling
One-on-one support to refine voice, structure, and context. Limited places each quarter.
Share your story
Email your pitch to [email protected]. Include any access needs and timeline.
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Reader feedback
“Thoughtful editing and clear attribution. I learned how to credit sources properly.”
Emily Ward, Librarian, Hobart TAS
“The travel pieces balance beauty with responsibility—exactly what we need.”
Tom Jenkins, Photographer, Darwin NT
“As an educator, I appreciate the practical prompts after each story.”
Grace Liu, Teacher, Canberra ACT