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In today’s episode, we’ll meet the founder and managing director of Respond Global where a team of superheroes operates out of an unassuming office in Noosaville. This conversation was recorded before the Russian invasion of Ukraine and before the flooding that occurred along the Australian East

Being misunderstood and bullied are distant memories for autistic woman Laura Dionysius. With courage, tenacity and resilience, she is now focused on achieving some amazing feats in science, writes Bec Marshall. Is it possible to be a high achiever as well as a quiet one? Can

A stunning, century-old tradition is about to shine in Noosa. Carlie Wacker meets the Master Jeweller at Diamonds of Distinction who aims to keep the tradition alive and thriving IN Noosa.  Adrian Schulz was born to be a jeweller and a very good one indeed –

You might not know it but wildflowers bloom across the region. Georgia Beard meets the Wild/flower Woman using Wildflower Walks to connect us with our native flora in ways we never have before.  Rooted in the sandplains of Currimundi, stunted trees and shrubs grow in burnt-green

“Grey hair is no guarantee of wisdom.” Paul Bird explores virtuous wisdom and where to get it. I’m not proud when it comes to the getting of wisdom. Quotes from historical and political figures, artworks, poetry and literature (Shakespeare has a few), lyrics, self-help gurus, business figures, mantras,

Name: Jaemes Collingwood Business: Makers Mark Jewellery Studio How and when was your business born?    After completing a four-year apprenticeship with a manufacturing jeweller in Adelaide I opened my own manufacturing workshop in 1997 to provide a wholesale repair and ring-making service to local jewellery retailers.  This business

Bekki Woodcock has created an oasis in the heart of Tewantin that fills our cup (and homes) with beautiful things that make the heart sing.  Name: Bekki Woodcock Business: RiverShack How would you describe RiverShack? RiverShack is a serene and embracing environment – a coastal sanctuary where everyone is

It may not be as architecturally impressive as Tony Stark’s Avengers HQ, but a global life-saving response team operates from a modest base in Noosa, as John Caruso discovers.  A key motivator for starting our podcast, Everyone Has a Story: Conversations from the Sunshine Coast and