Heywire

When we fled the war in Ukraine, I thought we would be back in a few weeks. That was nearly three years ago. 10.12.2024 3:08 ↓

Kira is a 2025 Heywire winner from Ulladulla in NSW, Yuin Country.

I'm working tirelessly to put all my efforts into becoming an AFLW player. 10.12.2024 3:41 ↓

Delphina is a 2025 Heywire winner from Weipa, Qld, Alngith, Peppan, Thanakwithi and Wathyn Country.

I've turned my passion for baking into a thriving business with support from my community 10.12.2024 3:23 ↓

Niena is a 2025 Heywire winner from Christmas Island, WA.

It took me a while to accept my disability is a part of who I am. It doesn't define me, but it's shaped my journey. 10.12.2024 3:16 ↓

Jezabella is a 2025 Heywire winner from Broken Hill, NSW, Wilyakali Country.

The drought gave me grit and determination and the knowledge that no matter what, I'll get through it. 10.12.2024 2:50 ↓

Blake is a 2025 Heywire winner from Casino, NSW, Bundjalung Country.

I've been riding motorbikes since I could walk. But I've still had to prove I belong on the racing track. 10.12.2024 3:22 ↓

Rommy is a 2025 Heywire winner from Temora, NSW, Wiradjuri Country.

I want to be the kind of school captain and leader that makes Pop proud. 10.12.2024 3:05 ↓

Tayah is a 2025 Heywire winner from Pambula Beach, NSW, Yuin Country.

I want bathrooms to be built better, to be more inclusive 10.12.2024 3:39 ↓

Sol is a 2025 Heywire winner from Wyoming, NSW, Darkinjung Country.

I want everybody to have the support I do to chase their dreams. 10.12.2024 3:12 ↓

Harry is a 2025 Heywire winner from Wallerawang, New South Wales, Wiradjuri Country.

Stop telling young trans kids our identity is ‘just a phase’ – it’s dangerous 10.12.2024 3:17 ↓

Levi is a 2025 Heywire from Berri, SA, Erawirung Country 

My dream is to become a doctor, but my English might stop me. 10.12.2024 3:24 ↓

Mai is a 2025 Heywire winner from Shepparton, VIC, Yorta Yorta Country.

Antidepressants gave me my life back  10.12.2024 4:09 ↓

Xanthe is a 2025 Heywire winner from Ballarat, Vic, Wadawurrung Country.

I'm big on don't be shame, be blak and proud, says Taj. 10.12.2024 3:03 ↓

Taj is a 2025 Heywire winner from Merredin, WA, Njaki Njaki Country.

My family's decision to move to a farm changed my life in ways I didn't expect 10.12.2024 3:20 ↓

Briar is a 2025 Heywire winner from Wooroolin, Qld, Wakka Wakka Country.

The ‘I regret to inform you’ letters that changed my life  10.12.2024 3:58 ↓

Kimberley is a 2025 Heywire winner from Rockhampton, Qld, Darumbal Country. 

I wasn't sure if I would cope. But a youth homeless shelter was my only option 10.12.2024 2:49 ↓

Ella is a 2025 Heywire winner from Mackay, QLD, Yuwi Country.

I want to be a professional artist and use my work to connect with community and culture. 10.12.2024 4:01 ↓

Alliyah is a 2025 Heywire winner from Kurri Kurri, NSW, Wonnarua Country.

Shanaya is a national youth advocate because she wants to create positive change for her community 10.12.2024 3:09 ↓

Shanaya is a 2025 Heywire winner from Alice Springs, NT, Arrernte Country.

I deserve the rainbow. So do all the kids in Katherine  11.12.2023 2:32 ↓

Heywire 2024 winner Tobias from Katherine in the NT. 

Fly-fishing in the spectacular rivers of Tasmania is how I escape the world. 11.12.2023 2:25 ↓

Heywire 2024 winner Pelle from Lilydale in Tasmania.

Even when there's nothing to do in this town, I can run and feel free 11.12.2023 3:10 ↓

Lexie from Laverton, WA, Wongi Country, is a 2024 Heywire winner.

Take a chance and talk about things that really matter. You won't regret it 11.12.2023 3:03 ↓

2024 Heywire winner Rameez from Bathurst, NSW, Wiradjuri Country

School bullies ruined Pride. But there's no stopping the power of kindness 11.12.2023 2:31 ↓

Heywire 2024 winner Adam from Ulladulla in NSW, Yuin Country.

A supercell hailstorm smashed my town. We can't let it become the norm 11.12.2023 3:28 ↓

Heywire winner Maya from Sawtell, NSW, Gumbaynggirr Country

I feel connected to my country and am glad our culture is being passed down 11.12.2023 3:15 ↓

Heywire 2024 winner Daniella from Lismore, NSW.