When author Kyle Chayka explored 2010s minimalism in Longing for Less, a very different world existed. Today, a polycrisis-ridden and digitally saturated society finds people yearning for more. Whether you chalk it up to post-pandemic release or a general sense of impending doom, people are now looking for a...

Why have Australians voted for political upheaval? What impact is the cost of living crisis having on daily life? And how are people responding to increasing natural disasters? This Cultural Snapshot uses local stats and case studies to explore the behavioural norms shared by Australian people in 2022.

There are more Aussies playing cricket than ever, according to research. Data shows that participation has increased, especially among women at grassroots levels. In the face of rising costs of sporting activities, Aussies see community participation as a means of getting fit and keeping connected.

The pandemic forced people to switch up their exercise habits, but as lockdowns begin to ease, not everyone is going back to their old fitness regimes. There’s a growing appetite for communities that drive connection and entertainment, as well as sweat. Is boutique fitness the answer?

A lack of information about the accessibility and facilities available at outdoor spaces often prohibits people with disabilities from exploring the great outdoors. That’s why Accessible Beaches Australia has launched a directory aimed at making beaches across the country more inclusive spaces.