Rose Kerr

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Sana Qadar |Rose Kerr

Whether it's stamps, figurines, antiques or toys, plenty of people love collecting. But why? What are the psychological drivers behind the hobby? How much is marketing influencing us, and is there a risk of collecting turning into hoarding? If you enjoy the show or if you have feedback you'd like to share, please check out our survey here.

Feb 26, 2025 | magazine6000.com | Rose Kerr

Walking down Summers Street, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. But as I approached the East Perth Power Station, I couldn’t help but appreciate the comfortable and creative space set up by Perth Festival. Festoons and food trucks were sprinkled along the swan river, with small crowds able to enjoy a drink and a chat. The main stage of the venue is situated under steel beams and remnants of the building’s past life. Looking up, you can see the stars, which really adds to the magic of the venue.

Feb 3, 2025 | magazine6000.com | Rose Kerr

‘Queerlectro pop noir’ band Alter Boy don’t just make music – they create an experience. And soon, they’ll be captivating audiences at Perth Festival in a particularly unique performance. For the first time ever, they’ll be performing their entire musical catalogue. The show is set to be memorable for both audience and band members alike, with the setlist following chronological order, kicking off with their 2019 hit, Frankenstein’s Dream.

Jan 29, 2025 | abc.net.au | Anna Salleh |Sana Qadar |James Bullen |Rose Kerr

At the end of last year, I was doing some research for this story when I stumbled upon an online quiz inviting me to test for ADHD — attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It looked legit, being on the same page as an academic article I was reading, among other things. But after working through the questions I wasn't so sure.

Sep 2, 2024 | rnz.co.nz | Anna Salleh |Sana Qadar |James Bullen |Rose Kerr

By Anna Salleh, Sana Qadar, James Bullen and Rose Kerr for ABC's All in the MindCertain corners of TikTok and Instagram love talking about people's "attachment styles" - analysing and dissecting them and giving us dating advice based on them. Looking at some social media comments you would be forgiven for thinking that if you can identify someone's attachment style, you can work out if they are a good prospect, or whether your relationship is doomed from the start.