Topical reads that swooping magpie fears are widespread. Japan’s ambassador is apparently terrified of the swooping season, writes The Australian newspaper columnist Alice Workman. In his newsletter the ambassador records his experiences with what he calls, tongue in cheek, ‘the bird of terror’ as he rides his bike along the foreshores of Lake Burley Griffin.
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Blake Jarrett
Blake Jarrett is an experienced journalist based in Narrabri. With a strong passion for sport Blake first began work with Northern NSW Football as a soccer reporter/commentator.
Topical 16/4/24
April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness month. It’s about bringing attention to a life-changing disease which is on the rise and connecting people to critical resources. This month-long campaign focuses on an important part of Parkinson’s Disease awareness – educating everyone on the many symptoms which impact daily life and how to address them. Early signs may be mild and may go unnoticed. Symptoms often begin on one side of the body and usually get worse on the same side, even after symptoms begin to affect both sides. Signs and symptoms may include – tremors, trembling of hands, arms, legs, jaw […]