Essential Stories: Creativity, Community, and Collective Identity was presented by Southern Cross University and NORPA.

A sold-out discussion moderated by Professor David Heilpern that brought together national and local voices to explore how community storytelling and place-based cultural practices can support recovery, resilience and a renewed sense of collective identity.

This discussion formed part of NORPA’s wider creative development project 'Dinner Party at the End of the World', a bold multi-artform response to the 2022 floods that supports regional recovery through local stories, connection and reflection.

SCU academic Jeanti St Clair contributed key research and community insights, reinforcing the University’s commitment to regionally relevant research and meaningful community partnerships.

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

Rewilding the Stage: Agency and Responsibility in Feminine Creativity was presented by Southern Cross University and NORPA.

This panel discussion explores female creativity in the production of NORPA’s performance, WILDSKIN. The panel analyses how themes of ‘rewilding’ were woven into the production, from choreography to set and costume design.

The discussion is chaired by Southern Cross University Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and feminist historian, Professor Mary Spongberg.

Panellists include:

Charlotte Haywood; Set and Costume Designer, NORPA

Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal; Movement Director and Performer, NORPA

Heather Fairbairn; Associate Director, NORPA.

This panel session was recorded live at NORPA.

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

In this powerful panel discussion, four distinguished alumni — Greg Young (CEO, Coast Entertainment Holdings), Marion Charlton (COO, Queensland Airports), Will Brook (CEO, Brookfarm), and moderator Georgina Holt (Director, Co-Creative Studios) — share candid insights into what it truly means to lead in 2025.

From navigating crises like COVID and industry tragedies, to building resilient teams and staying true to values under pressure, this episode explores:

- Whether leadership is innate or developed

- The role of authenticity, trust, and culture in effective leadership

- How values are tested in real-world decision-making

- Practical tips for emerging leaders, including networking, self-care, and getting things done

Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, or seasoned executive, this episode offers rich, relatable stories and actionable advice to help you grow as a leader in any field.

This audio was recorded at our Lessons in Leadership: Alumni Lunch Series.

Study business: https://www.scu.edu.au/study/business/

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

A special edition buzz from a BusinessNSW summit at Southern Cross University. Sophie Cruikshank, head of sustainability at Essential Energy, chats to Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research and Education Impact) Ben Roche about how to deal with change, from fundamental internal transformation to external pressures like COVID and the floods.

In this episode of SCU Buzz, Dr Owen Hogan chats with Lara Goode, SCU alumna and founder of Coastal Therapies, about her journey from new osteopath to thriving clinic owner. Lara shares the highs and lows of starting a business, including rebuilding after a flood, managing staff, and balancing work with motherhood.

They also discuss the upcoming Graduate Certificate in Small Business Management, designed to help professionals - especially in allied health - gain the business skills needed to launch and grow their own ventures.

Learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Small Business Management: https://www.scu.edu.au/study/courses/graduate-certificate-in-small-business-management-1008130/

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

With the rise of smartphones and social media, bullying has evolved far beyond the schoolyard, creating additional challenges for school communities to protect young people.

In this episode of the SCU Buzz podcast, Dr Vanessa Miller and Dr Tony Yeigh from Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education explore the growing issue of cyberbullying and share their expert recommendations for addressing this national problem.

Learn more about research in the Faculty of Education: https://www.scu.edu.au/education/research/

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

It's no secret that Australians love coffee. We consume more than 6 billion cups of it each year. Yet less than 1% of this coffee is grown in Australia. Researchers from Southern Cross University, Dr Simon Williams, Dr Ben Liu and Professor Tobias Kretzschmar, speak on the SCU Buzz podcast about their research project that is looking to boost Aussie beans by developing a more suitable variety of coffee planet for the Australian climate, as well as a unique way to describe it.

Learn more about Southern Cross University’s coffee research project: https://www.scu.edu.au/news/2023/its-coffee-time--who-ordered-the-fresh-bread-flat-white/#d.en.514489

This research is part of the Harvest to Health Research Impact Cluster: https://www.scu.edu.au/research/harvest-to-health/

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

Southern Cross University’s Early Offer program is designed to make the process of applying for university as a Year 12 student easy and cost-free. Future Students Officers Jaci and Gabi explain what is and how to apply in this episode of the SCU Buzz podcast.

Plus, student Sienna talks about her experience applying through the Early Offer program and receiving a generous scholarship.

Apply now: https://www.scu.edu.au/study/high-school-students/entry-pathways/early-offer/

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

How can businesses innovate and utilise artificial intelligence to stay ahead? And how is Southern Cross University's 2026 Bachelor of Business preparing students to meet industry demand?

In this episode, Associate Professor John Haw sits down with Gold Coast Innovation Hub (GCIH) Founder and CEO Sharon Hunneybell and GCIH Workplace and Program Coordinator Josh Smith to discuss the new degree, the need for business 'all-rounders' and global study opportunities.

2026 Bachelor of Business: https://www.scu.edu.au/study/courses/bachelor-of-business-3007255/

Gold Coast Innovation Hub: https://www.gchub.com.au/

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

In the lead-up to the 2025 Gold Coast Marathon, Southern Cross University held the webinar 'The Road to Success: Building Mental and Physical Endurance'.

Speakers include:

. Dr Chris Stevens, Chair of Discipline, Human Sciences and Rehabilitation - Faculty of Health

. Dr Melanie Clarke, Post Doctoral Research Fellow - Faculty of Health

. Dr Gabriel Fernandes, Senior Physiotherapist and Lecturer in Physiotherapy - Faculty of Health

. Keegan Hipgrave, former NRL player and host of the 'Keegan & Company' podcast.

This webinar discusses endurance training, overcoming mental blocks, training with an injury and much more.

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.