Matildas magic is back in the air once again, with the announcement of a new coach earlier this week. With another home-hosted cup around the corner. women’s football specialist Joe Montemurro has stepped in to bring a sparkling sense of hope to not only Australia’s favourite golden girls, but to the future of women’s football in Australia, even at a grassroots level. Two years ago, Australia and New Zealand hosted the FIFA Women’s World Cup, an event which re-framed Australian women’s football forever. A whirlwind of green and gold, the ‘Tillies’ World Cup campaign was nothing short of life-changing for…
Author: Neve Mcgavock
For victim-survivors of financial and economic abuse, navigating the pathway back to financial security can be a job in itself, particularly in the current cost of living climate. The Illawarra Women’s Health Centre has today launched a new report, which highlights the abundance of obstacles faced by victim survivors who are simply trying to get back on their feet. The report indicates the increasing need to dismantle these obstacles and implement changes to create streamlined pathways to stability and security. Economic abuse has been outlined as an urgent, persistent problem that is impacting Australian women. It’s prevalence was shown in…
A new shared path nearing completion in West Wollongong aims to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety while connecting key recreational spots in the area. The path, which stretches along Reserve Street and Gilmore Street, will provide safer crossings and better access to Gilmore Park and the nearby tennis courts for both pedestrians and cyclists. Wollongong City Council originally proposed this construction as a part of the Council’s Cycling Strategy 2030, a project designed to establish ‘vital links’ from West Wollongong to the foreshore, encouraging sustainable travel options. Resident Vi Molnar, who has lived on Reserve Street for around 40 years,…
What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s the age-old question, and one that I’m still not even sure I can truthfully answer. What is it that constitutes a dream job? Most would say the pay; many would say the passion. But the truth is, for this generation, the answer isn’t as linear. Gone are the days when the go-to dream job was to be a doctor, teacher, or writer. More and more young people are searching for ways to step out from behind the desk and thrive in a career fuelled by creative freedom and flexibility.…