Simon Wallace

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Simon Wallace |Louise Miolin

Telling jokes in front of a room full of people sounds like a nightmare for many of us. But in the Riverina region of New South Wales, some women are picking up the stand-up comedy mic for the first time.

Aug 19, 2024 | abc.net.au | Simon Wallace |Sally Bryant

What do you remember about school and did it direct you into a career? TAFE NSW Wagga Wagga has invited high school students into their metal fabrication workshop, for a program called Forge Your Career. There are hopes the program will inspire young people to take up a career in the ageing metals and manufacturing industry. Simon Wallace went along to speak with student Suzie Tuckfield; and Franc Presita, Head Teacher of Metal Fabrication and Welding.

Apr 25, 2024 | abc.net.au | Simon Wallace

It's three months until the Paris Olympics, which will inspire a whole new generation of athletes. Edith Lewington, Emmaline Logan and Nikita Bhengra started gymnastics when they were three years old, and they now train up to four hours a day with their coach Christina Judd. While they hope to make it on the world stage one day, their focus is currently reaching state and national teams. Simon Wallace went along to find out more about this dedicated bunch.

Mar 20, 2024 | abc.net.au | Simon Wallace

Turning 100 is a very special occasion, so World War II veteran Bert Adams marked a century with a 'Festival of Bert'. So what memories stick for someone who's lived many lives, and experienced a lot of what the world has to offer?

Feb 21, 2024 | abc.net.au | Monty Jacka |Simon Wallace

Troublesome tumbleweeds known by many as "hairy panic" are once again piling up on houses and even blocking roads across regional New South Wales. Farmers say they are frequently frustrated by the weeds, but an expert says practically nothing short of an extensive, two-year management program would be able to stop them from blowing across the countryside.