The Bright Side

Aged care residents team up with high school students to solve local problems 24.10.2023 6:30 ↓

The REAL project brings the experience of retired Australians together with high school students to solve some of society's greatest ills.

Retired ballerina Maari Gray rediscovered dance after hip replacement 22.10.2023 5:00 ↓

When professional ballerina Maari Gray returned to dance after a 30-year hiatus, she felt her mind and body were working with a cohesion she’d never experienced before. 

A move to the country, life changing 19.10.2023 6:30 ↓

The Downs family moved to isolation to get better connection.

Counsellor pours life savings into helping teens 17.10.2023 5:10 ↓

As a counsellor, Leon Stensholm spent years speaking with young people about their troubles. But he always wanted to do more.  

A love of shiny things 15.10.2023 4:00 ↓

They say what you love can keep you young, and that's certainly the case for George Fadersen - in his 90s and still running his local gem club from the backyard!

Helping students fulfil school formal dreams 12.10.2023 5:00 ↓

The Formal Project, founded by Sam Oaks, gives young people facing tough times the opportunity to find the perfect outfit for their big night; the school formal.

Bringing theatre to life - for everyone 10.10.2023 7:00 ↓

Do you remember the days of gathering around the wireless to hear a radio play, filled with sounds and narration that transport you to another place... perhaps even another galaxy?

The most unique earrings 08.10.2023 3:30 ↓

Most people have something special that's been handed down from a family member, something with a story and that personal connection.

How Jannie came back from a dark place 05.10.2023 4:00 ↓

Jannie MacLeod was 20 years old when she fell off the back of a moving ute and became a quadriplegic. It hasn't stopped her from encouraging others to live life to the fullest.

All for the love of wrestling 03.10.2023 6:00 ↓

What started as some fun has turned into a career for wrestlers Elliot and Draven Stacey, with their signature moves the duo are taking the sport by storm.

Only two working legs won't stop this farm dog 01.10.2023 7:00 ↓

A wheelchair and a willingness to work has seen Ali the Australian kelpie win the hearts of millions worldwide.

Why Naomi walks her pet chook Mavis every day 28.09.2023 4:30 ↓

Every morning Mavis the chook struts down the sidewalk drawing looks of disbelief and creating many conversations in her neighbourhood along the way.

Inside Ash's bike orphanage 26.09.2023 7:00 ↓

Ash Linder loves nothing more than fixing unwanted bikes.

Cutting hair for 60 years and still styling 24.09.2023 5:00 ↓

Eunice Krome started hairdressing at age 16 and now, 60 years later, she's still loving it.

The plant stall helping a community bloom 21.09.2023 6:00 ↓

Behind a fence on a quiet street in Redan, Vicky Robinson gives away her home-grown plants.

From the rumpus room to the Opera House 19.09.2023 13:30 ↓

When Nathan and Sara Maynard were kids, they never predicted they'd end up on stage in bright lights.

Learning how to joust with a modern medieval knight 17.09.2023 8:30 ↓

He was lucky enough to take over the reins of Darrell Bossley, the world's oldest knight and an international jouster.

The dogs lending their ears to help out 14.09.2023 6:00 ↓

Reading in public can be nerve-racking, let alone when you're still learning, so having the right audience is crucial. 

Crushing it on the field 12.09.2023 3:00 ↓

Vice-captain Steph Woods wants everyone to know about it.

Barra fishing for these ladies is secret women's business 10.09.2023 5:30 ↓

Almost 200 women braved blistering heat in boats, battling it out for the biggest fish in the Top End and they loved it.

Peter has city commuters singing their hearts out 07.09.2023 7:00 ↓

When Peter Sharp sees a packed train carriage, full of morning commuters on their way to work, he sees an opportunity for a party.

Turning humble doodling into works of art 05.09.2023 3:30 ↓

Inspired by Officeworks customers doodles and his own stationery obsession, Sydney artist Garry Trinh is taking pen tests to a new level.

The joy of dancing in the dark 03.09.2023 3:00 ↓

This group turn off the lights, turn up the music, and truly danced like no-one was watching.

How David found peace in the early mornings 31.08.2023 3:30 ↓

David Vandyke enjoys waking up at 2.30am and admits he prefers the company of animals to people.

Radio presenter makes 9yo's Book Week dream come true 29.08.2023 6:00 ↓

Nine-year-old Emily Duff had a Book Week dream.