JOY Drive

14 Dec 2025

Sean Dooley: Birds, Conservation and What Australia’s Backyards Are Telling Us

Animals, Environment

From national bird counts to conservation laws and emerging biosecurity risks, it has been a busy time for Australia’s bird world. Fresh from the Australasian Ornithological Conference, Sean Dooley reflects on what scientists and conservationists are seeing, and what it reveals about the health of nature closer to home.

Guest: Sean Dooley, National Public Affairs Manager, BirdLife Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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26 Jan 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why We’re Pushing Back Against Perfect Faces

Fashion & Beauty, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

After years of smooth, interchangeable faces on screens, something is shifting. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why expressive, readable faces ...

26 Jan 2026

Dr Dee Tomic: Work Participation, Inequality and Feeling Safe at Work

Careers, Psychology, Society & Culture

Work participation isn’t just about skills or effort; it’s shaped by whether workplaces feel safe, welcoming and secure. Dr Dee ...

26 Jan 2026

Nicole Rich: What Renters and Donors Need to Know After a Disaster

Consumer Affairs, Finance, Law, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

After bushfires and other disasters, everyday rules around renting, repairs and donations can quickly become unclear. Nicole Rich outlines renter ...