society

How we live now, and what it says about us.

Woman reflecting on mental health, resilience and emotional wellbeing beside signs pointing towards
By Notes From The Sidelines August 19, 2026
Has mental health awareness gone too far? We explore whether greater understanding has blurred the line between genuine mental health struggles, normal discomfort and avoidance.
Australian household considering the rising cost of living, housing affordability and everyday expen
By Notes From The Sidelines August 12, 2026
Are Australians really working harder for less? We explore rising living costs, housing affordability, changing expectations and whether we've forgotten how to go without.
A woman chooses Australian  made items.
By Notes From The Sidelines July 29, 2026
We proudly support Australian made, but do our shopping habits tell a different story? Explore the real cost of cheap products, consumer culture, sustainability and buying with greater intention.
A couple sit at a cafe having a conversation
By Notes From The Sidelines June 22, 2026
Have we forgotten how to disagree? Explore whether modern society has started viewing debate as confrontation, why differing opinions feel more personal than ever, and what we may have lost along the way.
A young couple inspect an apartment they are hoping to purchase
By Notes From The Sidelines June 22, 2026
Have we made it impossible for our children to be grown up? Or is adulthood entirely different than it was just one generation ago?
Woman reflecting on mental health, resilience and emotional wellbeing beside signs pointing towards
By Notes From The Sidelines August 19, 2026
Has mental health awareness gone too far? We explore whether greater understanding has blurred the line between genuine mental health struggles, normal discomfort and avoidance.
Australian household considering the rising cost of living, housing affordability and everyday expen
By Notes From The Sidelines August 12, 2026
Are Australians really working harder for less? We explore rising living costs, housing affordability, changing expectations and whether we've forgotten how to go without.
A woman chooses Australian  made items.
By Notes From The Sidelines July 29, 2026
We proudly support Australian made, but do our shopping habits tell a different story? Explore the real cost of cheap products, consumer culture, sustainability and buying with greater intention.
A couple sit at a cafe having a conversation
By Notes From The Sidelines June 22, 2026
Have we forgotten how to disagree? Explore whether modern society has started viewing debate as confrontation, why differing opinions feel more personal than ever, and what we may have lost along the way.
A young couple inspect an apartment they are hoping to purchase
By Notes From The Sidelines June 22, 2026
Have we made it impossible for our children to be grown up? Or is adulthood entirely different than it was just one generation ago?