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Burundi to Adelaide and the 2026 World Cup

Ahead of Australia's World Cup match against Paraguay on Friday 26 June, TIM COYLE spoke to an altar server at St Francis Xavier's Cathedral who played an important part in helping the Socceroos' man of the moment- Nestory Irankunda - settle in Adelaide.

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Narnia and pirate days - leading the way for young scientists

When secondary school teacher Emma Beukema spends time in the great outdoors, walking her dog or exploring Mount Barker’s Laratinga Wetlands, it’s more than just physical exercise. As Science Learning area leader at St Mary’s College, Emma thinks deeply about the benefits of time spent in nature to our mental health and wellbeing.

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Rachael Leahcar's voice of an angel, heart of gold

Adelaide singer-songwriter Rachael Leahcar has a voice many are familiar with. Some will recognise her as a past contestant in The Voice Australia, others will have heard her presenting a radio show on Christian radio station Life FM or seen her performing at events for the likes of Nazareth Catholic College. The vision impaired star talks to The Southern Cross about a chance encounter with a young woman who changed the way she moves through life.