Nominated for The Hugh Schmitt Prize Feature Writing Award at the 2022 WA Media Awards.
Won “Excellence in Teaching and Learning” award at Murdoch University in 2020.
Won the WA Media Award for “Best Travel Writing” across all media for a piece on the plight of Borneo’s orang-utans in 2008
Nominated for “All Media Best Freelancer” for reports that put WA issues in the national spotlight at the 2022 WA Media Awards.
Won the WA Media Award “Best Environment Report for investigative coverage of groundwater pollution in the Perth suburb of Dianella in 2012.
Jointly won WA Media Award “Best Multimedia Report” for interactive feature on WAtoday in 2014.
Won “Best Science Report” across all media at the WA Media Awards for an investigative piece on animal deaths from the Gorgon gas project on Barrow Island in 2012.
As a seasoned journalist, I have a passion for storytelling and commitment to uncovering the truth.
Whether reporting on pressing social issues or exploring untold stories, I am dedicated to writing with precision and impact to create a lasting connection with the reader.
As an enthusiastic and dedicated journalism tutor, I also take pride in fostering a positive learning environment that empowers students to excel.
Join me on a learning adventure where every question is a step towards understanding, and every lesson is an opportunity for growth.
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