Author: Fatima Measham

Getting schooled by young people

22 May 2018 EH

‘Nothing snaps you out of being a grown up more than being put in your place by a kid.’

Where to from now? Following on from the Royal Commission

6 February 2018 EH

On 15 December 2017 the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Abuse handed its final report to the Australian Government. In January, Francis Sullivan, CEO of the Truth Justice and Healing Council (TJHC), the body coordinating the Catholic Church's response, spoke with Eureka Street Consulting Editor Fatima Measham about next steps for the Church. The following is an abridged version of the interview.

Finding the beat

2 February 2017 EH

There is a series of moments in a parent’s life when their child presents as a person in his or her own right. Like when their son or daughter learns to say ‘no’, or expresses a preference for something, or displays behaviour that has not been taught or modelled.

Marriage: Hope that leads to life

23 March 2015 EH

Two generations of the Pirola family discuss life, love and the sacrament of marriage.

Representing who you are

29 May 2014 EH

While her Wiradjuri heritage is an important aspect of Anita Heiss’s identity, her books are about changing people’s ideas about what it means to be an Indigenous person today.

A vocation to make you laugh

4 March 2014 EH 1 comment(s)

Have you heard the one about the Jesuit who was a comedian?

Welcoming the boats

9 October 2013 EH

Stella Maris Seafarers provides a home away from home for itinerant workers.

Artist portrait: Kerry Holland

19 February 2013 EH

An artist and retreat director, Kerry Holland says the act of creating makes her feel closer to God.

Remembering with pride

18 December 2012 EH

On the Anniversary of the Apology to the Stolen Generations on 13 February, schools across Australia will remember the stories of Indigenous Australians.

Martin’s Way

24 September 2012 EH

We talk exclusively with Hollywood's Martin Sheen, about life, faith and what he's learned on the journey.

Editorial: What makes a good education?

1 May 2012 EH

The conversation regarding our schools has been enlivened in recent years by advancements in technology, the publication of searchable NAPLAN results, the nationalisation of the curriculum, and the Gonski review of school funding.

Learning for life

1 May 2012 EH

Paul Field reflects on what he learned from his parents, teachers, and life as the invisible Wiggle.

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