Emily Shepherd

Adelaide

Editor and Writer at Freelance

Freelance writer, former wildland firefighter, former wildlifer. Words in @highcountrynews, @agu_eos, and @terrainorg.

Articles

Refugees, racial justice and intercultural churches — Welcome Churches

2 months ago | welcomechurches.org | Emily Shepherd

At Welcome Churches, it is a huge privilege to be invited to take part in different conversations happening within the UK Church. Some of these have included conversations about racial justice and intercultural churches - two very important topics that churches across the UK are grappling with. We thought it would be helpful to share some thoughts on how ministry with refugees can help our churches to engage with these issues in a practical and tangible way. 1.
It’s time to GO because it’s time to GROW! — Welcome Churches

2 months ago | welcomechurches.org | Emily Shepherd

At the beginning of the year, we announced that I would be moving on from Welcome Churches in the coming months. This is a significant step for me, as I have been with Welcome Churches since its inception (and even before!). Moving on to something new and entrusting the leadership to someone else has been a big decision, but it’s the right time. The journey with Welcome Churches has been an incredible adventure.
‘Go Back to Where You Came From’: TV Genius or TV Disaster? — Welcome Churches

Feb 7, 2025 | welcomechurches.org | Emily Shepherd

Channel 4’s new show Go Back to Where You Came From debuted on Monday, February 3rd, and the reviews have been anything but subtle. The show dives into the UK’s immigration debate, following six outspoken Brits with differing views on refugees and asylum seekers.
Donald Trump and mercy for immigrants — Welcome Churches

Jan 27, 2025 | welcomechurches.org | Emily Shepherd

Over the past week, the world has shifted once again. With Donald Trump taking office as the President of the United States, one of his first priorities has been advancing his immigration agenda. In many ways, this is no surprise—Trump has been vocal about his stance on immigration for years.
LGH maternity ward under strain: Why counting babies matters in staffing

Oct 21, 2024 | examiner.com.au | Emily Shepherd

Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmania Branch Secretary. Picture by Phillip BiggsThe maternity ward is under pressure at the Launceston General Hospital because we don't Count The Babies. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Midwives to 'count the babies' to raise awareness of staffing concerns

Oct 21, 2024 | theadvocate.com.au | Emily Shepherd

ANMF Tasmania secretary Emily Shepherd. Picture by David BellamyThe maternity ward at the North West Regional Hospital remains under pressure. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Frozen Waffles Have Been Recalled Nationwide Due To Major Listeria Risk

Oct 21, 2024 | foodrepublic.com | Emily Shepherd

On October 18, 2024, TreeHouse Foods recalled multiple batches of its frozen waffles across dozens of brands, including Target's in-store Good & Gather label, Walmart's Best Value brand, and Aldi's Breakfast Best label, for potential contamination with listeria. The recalled waffles are identifiable by UPC code, lot code, and best by dates, all of which can be found on the company's official announcement page. The risk was discovered during routine testing at one TreeHouse manufacturing facility.
Your Boxed Wine Needs To Be Stored Upside Down. Here's Why - Food Republic

Oct 20, 2024 | foodrepublic.com | Emily Shepherd

Traditionally, wine enthusiasts have stereotyped boxed wine as inferior to their favorite bottled varietals. First invented in 1964 by an Australian winemaker named Thomas Angove, the original packaging relied on a setup originally intended for storing battery acid. What's commonly known as boxed wine is technically bagged wine, as the wine is stored in a plastic bladder with a valve.
How Coffee Milk Became A New England Staple

Oct 20, 2024 | foodrepublic.com | Emily Shepherd

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Small but mighty, Rhode Island is no stranger to unique food and beverage offerings, including the topping-laden "hot weiner" sold throughout the state — but coffee milk, a deliciously simple combination of sweet coffee syrup (think a java-infused version of chocolate syrup) and milk, is particularly beloved among its children and adults.
Leftover Cornbread Is The Perfect Crumbly Topping For Mac And Cheese

Oct 17, 2024 | foodrepublic.com | Emily Shepherd

Looking for new ways to level up your mac and cheese game? Get that homemade, fresh-from-the-oven flavor by mixing crumbled stale and leftover cornbread with a little melted butter to revive it, then sprinkling it on top of your favorite mac and cheese recipe before baking. Not only do the cornbread crumbs soak up plenty of buttery goodness and add just a touch of crunch, but this simple addition also cuts down on food waste by breathing new life into less fresh cornbread.