Carolina Wilga found alive after 11 nights lost

A 27-year-old German backpacker survived 11 nights alone in the Western Australian outback. Farmer Tania Henley found her malnourished and frostbitten at the edge of Karroun Hill Nature Reserve.

Why it mattersA story of human survival against extreme odds, and of an ordinary person's choice to help a stranger in danger.

AustraliaThis is an inspiring Australian outback survival story that shows the importance of community and preparedness in remote travel.

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Warrnambool teacher's own play wins place on VCE drama curriculum

Megan Twycross wrote a play called Stuck now studied by VCE drama students across Victoria.

Why it mattersA working teacher has written a play good enough to be studied in schools, proving you can build a professional creative career while teaching.