Sophie Parsons

1 week ago | mondaq.com | Sophie Parsons

This article was originally published in the Precedent Magazineof the Australian Lawyers Alliance on December 2024. With the media reporting a 'crisis' in youth justicein the Northern Territory, another Youth Justice Review announcedearlier this year, and a new government planning regressivereform,1 it is timely to revisit the findings of theRoyal Commission and Board of Inquiry into the Protection andDetention of Children in the Northern Territory.

2 months ago | connexionfrance.com | Sophie Parsons

All French learners understand the pain of French grammar and the seemingly endless rules and caveats. One of the most common challenges is knowing when to use ‘il est’ and ‘c’est’. Both phrases have the meaning “it is” or “he/she is,” but they are used in different contexts. However, the simple phrases are used dozens of times a day (just as you say he/she/it is in English) so it can be important to learn the correct usBelow, we cover the rules for when each one is used.

2 months ago | connexionfrance.com | Sophie Parsons

France has a strong cinematic tradition, with the nation being one of the forerunners of film-making. This has continued into the 21st century and widened to include TV shows, including new series on streaming sites. Every month we recommend films and TV series to help improve your French. Watching TV is one of the simplest ways to elevate your language skills - and it has the added benefit of helping to immerse the viewer in French culture they may otherwise not come across in daily life.

Feb 13, 2025 | connexionfrance.com | Sophie Parsons

Winter and spring can become synonymous with illness, particularly during cold spells or persistent rainy conditions. Whether you feel a cold coming on or you are finally getting back on your feet, there is no shortage of expressions in French you can use to sound like a native speaker (even if you say them with a blocked nose). Below are some expressions you can use to describe your symptoms or recovery.

Jan 29, 2025 | connexionfrance.com | Sophie Parsons

Watching TV and films in French is one of the most engaging and effective ways for language learners to improve their skills. It not only exposes authentic language use, including natural pronunciation, colloquial expressions, and cultural nuances that are absent from textbooks, but it also hones your listening skills, one of the most neglected during other study methods.