


Reclaiming What It Means to Be Social
At the launch of Loneliness Awareness Week at Parliament House, Canberra, Professor John Pollaers OAM highlighted a critical paradox: despite unprecedented connectivity, loneliness is reaching epidemic levels across Australia. This isn’t merely a mental health...
Building Stronger Connections: What can Shakespeare teach us about community?
What if a key to stronger communities lies in staying open to those around us? Shakespeare’s enduring plays show us that meaningful connections happen when we listen to each other, even across our differences. In Coriolanus, Shakespeare presents a stubborn war...
Why Neighbour Day Matters More Than Ever in 2025
As we approach Neighbour Day this Sunday (March 30th), I find myself reflecting on the state of social connection in Australia. The numbers from our recent Relationship Indicators research tell a sobering story, but also point to a path forward that gives me genuine...