From Taliban rule to new beginnings in Australia

After fleeing oppression in Afghanistan, Paiz Ahmad rebuilds her life in Australia—gaining education, confidence and meaningful work, while creating new opportunities for her family.

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Refrigeration, air-conditioning and the power of positive thinking

Riley Sullivan was about a year into an air-conditioning and refrigeration apprenticeship when he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. After feeling a ‘bit off’, tests revealed his kidneys were functioning at just four per cent. Within days, he began dialysis treatment that would continue for the next five months. What followed were months of […]

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SEA helps Yayan bring Indonesian flavour to South Australia

When Yayan Rahayani began exploring the idea of starting her own business, it came from something deeply personal. After almost 20 years in Australia, she still missed the food, culture and sense of connection she had grown up with in Indonesia. Living in South Australia, she found access to Indonesian groceries was limited, and began […]

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From remote beginnings to a place to call home

Jaymie Richards lives in the small regional community of Mount Mary, about 145 kilometres from Adelaide. With a population of just 36, local employment opportunities are limited and housing challenges can make it difficult for young people to secure a stable future. While determined to build a life in the region he knows and loves, […]

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