Tag: Interview
A look at the colourful life of Western Australian restaurateur Warren...
The cheeky smile and confident swagger that greets guests at a humble, little cottage in the back streets of Northam could only belong to...
Marina and David hit the road again
Like the troopers they are, soprano and tenor powerhouse musical theatre legends Marina Prior and David Hobson are taking the vagaries of Covid-19 in...
Meet Erica Smyth AC – a remarkable Western Australian woman
Every now and again you meet someone who has done a remarkable number of things in their life and continues to participate in major...
Amanda Hampson speaks up for older women through her books
Older women seem to be considered somewhat redundant these days, says author Amanda Hampson whose latest novel, Lovebirds, tells the heart-warming story of Elizabeth,...
John Osborn looks back on seafaring days with Prince Philip
When Rockingham man John Osborn heard the news that Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh had died, it brought back a flood of happy...
Australia should embrace ageing
Maggie Beer at 76 is a flag-bearer for Australia’s seniors, pouring-in her skills, time and money for aged care. The multi-gonged television favourite arrives in...
WA’s cricket advocate promotes an inclusive game for the community
WACA CEO Christina Matthews has been taking a bat to sexism in cricket since she was a teenager. An advocate for inclusiveness, Christina is Australia’s...
Meet the bug-loving, case-cracking, stereotype-smashing scientist
Murdoch University forensic scientist Dr Paola Magni isn’t put off by critters that slither or slime. But what she can’t stand is a rotting...
Magda returns to the screen
Comedian and actor Magda Szubanski welcomed her 60th birthday with open arms. She’d even been telling people she was 60 before the big day in...
Bob Maumill: scatter-brained dreamer to Australian media legend
At 83, West Aussie media legend Bob Maumill has taken a backseat to broadcasting. Maumill – penetrating, entertaining and informative – the man with the...