Fiona Hammond
Fiona Hammond is a journalist who graduated from the John Morris journalism academy. Fiona lives on the south coast of NSW Australia and writes human interest stories and opinions, about gardening, sustainability, fishing, the environment and our planet.
Is Multidrug- Resistant Tuberculosis Rising as New Global Health Crisis?
Alarming new data suggests the global reach of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis is a lot larger than previously estimated, and is going to require a intensive international effort to combat this deadlier form of the disease.
MeeMeep, The Online Business That’s Going Places
Seen a bargain on-line that is just what you need, but it is pick up only and the cost of a courier or to drive to get it, means it's not such a great bargain after all?
Medical Personnel At Risk of Torture and Arrest in Syria
The mere possession of drugs and basic medical supplies such as gauze is now deemed a crime by the regime, and is punishable by incarceration, torture and death.
Catholic Bishops Commission Calls For End to Detention of Asylum Seekers
Detention should only be to establish asylum seekers identities and to ensure that they are not a threat to Australias health or security.
Safety Tips to Enjoy Summer Holiday!
South coast summer season sees large increase in emergency call outs and rescues,most of which were preventable.
Airservices Launches Santa 2011
Air traffic controllers will be working closely with Santa and his elves to ensure a safe passage for his sleigh and reindeer acrosse the nations sky.
To Camp Or Not to Camp?
Today we see the young woman in question attend Melbourne magistrates court where she has lodged an application for a restraining order against police, again she is wearing a tent and again it was removed,
Free Admission for ‘Inside: Life in Childrens Homes and Institutions’ Exhibition
On the second anniversary of the National Apologie to Forgotten Australians the National Museum of Australia in Canberra is holding Inside: Life in Childrens Homes and Institutions.To give a voice to these forgotten people.
San Remo Partners Renaissance
Italy, home of great pasta and art, the two have combined to partner with the Australian National Gallery in the Renaissance exhibition.
Australian National Gallery Announces Indigenous Art Partnership
The new partnership valued at $1.4 million will encompass the ongoing support of the Wesfarmers Arts Indigenous Fellowship program and the 2nd National Indigenous Arts Triennial
Sri Lankan President to Face War Crimes Charges in Australia
Australian citizen institutes proceedings agaisnt Sri Lankan president for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Australian Nature Conservancy Protects Aboriginal Heritage
Nature conservancy project in nortern Australia, partnering with Indigenous Australians securing economic and educational oppertunities,protecting their heritage and this amazing enviroment for future generations to come.
Australia Unable to Craft Realistic and Reasonable Migration Policy
Politicians in Canberra have chosen to play to baser instincts rather than Australian's better nature,marginalizing vulnerable asylum-seekers by catering to those on the extreme margins of politics.
Julia Gillard Acknowledges Defeat in Her Controversial Malaysia Solution
Julia Gillard announced on the 13th October that she cannot execute her Malaysia solution and will now revert to on-shore processing of asylum seekers arriving by boat.
Endeavour on a New Voyage of Reconciliation
For many indigenous Australians Cooks Endeavour remains a symbol of invasion and dispossession,the replica Endeavpour is working with Aboriginals and Torris Strait islanders under the indigenous employment program.
Study Shows Use of IUD Lowers Risk of Developing Cervical Cancer
New research shows that an IUD as well as being a reliable contraceptive method, may lower the risk of cervical cancer by almost half.
Call Me Ishmael, Watching the Whales
Is the whale watcher becoming the biggest threat to migrating whales on our coasts?
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard Pushes for Migration Law Changes
Australia's High Court decision on the 31st of August ruled the Gillard government's planned swap of asylum seekers with Malaysia illegal.
Renaissance to Take Canberra By Storm
The exhibition will feature than 70 paintings including works by Italian masters such as Raphael, Botticelli, Bellini and Mantegna-artists whose paintings have nver been seen in Australia before.
Australia High Court Rejects Gillard Goverment Deal on Asylum
Malaysia does not recognize asylum seekers and regards them as law breakers who can be punished by public flogging for flouting their immigration laws and have not signed the 1951 Refugee convention.