Fighting for Iran
“Don’t be scared. We’re all here together.” Those were the last words of a protester in Iran. Ghazaleh Chalavi in footage shot from her mobile phone moments before the phone falls to the floor and those nearby scream her name. […]
Have you suffered from a vulnerability hangover?
A couple of months ago, a story I wrote was shortlisted for a prize, and naturally, I shared the news with my family. My mum, the wonderful cheerleader she is, asked if she could read it. Without too much thought, […]
The vintage fashion collective keeping Tassies stylish
It’s funny how thrifting has come full circle in my life. Growing up in England, my mother and grandmother were big fans of trawling through op shops. Many of my clothes were secondhand and I hated it. Especially when I […]
The power of female rage
The figure of the angry woman has long been represented as unnatural and destructive, but anger can be an important fuel and a tool for better self-awareness. Here, Elaine Mead shares her personal story of anger, shame and release.