Tag: community building
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The Bungendore intergenerational program proving age gaps are no barrier to friendship
Where age is just a number and friendship is the goal In the small town of Bungendore, about 30 minutes from Canberra, a Thursday afternoon ritual quietly unfolds that defies stereotypes about age and community. In a sunlit hall, a mix of local high school students and seasoned community members come together not for exams…
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Can’t Carry a Tune? A Vancouver Island Newcomer Launches Choirs for the Joyful, Not the Tone Deaf
New Voice, New Choirs Sharon Marnell didn’t intend to become a community choir founder. A recent arrival to Vancouver Island, she was simply trying to ease two frozen shoulders in a public hot tub when a candid remark about her singing changed the course of her life. “You sing nicely. You couldn’t join our choir,”…
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How Critical Role Built Its Brand: Insights from the Executives Behind the Studio
Introduction: The Hidden Architects of a Gaming Empire When fans think of Critical Role, they picture the eight friends at the table, the iconic dice, and the immersive storytelling. Yet the brains behind the brand’s meteoric rise aren’t usually on camera. Ed Lopez and Ben Van Der Fluit, two executives deeply involved in the studio’s…
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Social Media Trends 2026: What Charities Need to Know to Thrive
Why 2026 Matters for Charity Social Media Social media remains a vital channel for charities to tell stories, engage volunteers, and drive fundraising. As platforms evolve and audiences diversify, organizations must adapt with a forward-looking strategy. The 2026 landscape emphasizes authenticity, accessibility, and smarter uses of technology to deepen impact while maintaining trust with supporters.…
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George Street Plaza & Community Building / Adjaye Associates
Overview: A Signature Public Space by Adjaye Associates George Street Plaza and Community Building, designed by Adjaye Associates, marks a notable addition to the urban fabric in 2023. Covering a floor area of about 1,200 square meters, the project serves as a multipurpose civic space that threads together public gathering, cultural programming, and everyday civic…
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George Street Plaza & Community Building by Adjaye Associates: A Model for Urban Public Space
Overview: A Modern Public Space Emerges on George Street In 2023, Adjaye Associates delivered a significant addition to the urban fabric with the George Street Plaza & Community Building. Designed as a versatile public arena, the 1200 m² project merges a plaza with a community center to serve as a hub for civic life. The…
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George Street Plaza & Community Building by Adjaye Associates: A modern hub for urban life
Overview The George Street Plaza & Community Building is a notable addition to the urban fabric, designed by Adjaye Associates and completed in 2023. Covering a 1200 m² footprint, the project combines a public square with a flexible community program housed in a thoughtful architectural envelope. The work is credited to a team led by…
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The Loneliness Fix: How I Found Real Friendship in My 30s
Intro: The loneliness dilemma in our 30s Loneliness often shows up quietly in the background of adult life, especially in your 30s when careers, moves, and changing social circles can leave you feeling isolated. I never expected to stumble into a genuine friendship boom, but that’s exactly what happened for me, and it transformed my…
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Josh Pugh: Australia’s Unofficial Ambassador in New York
From Adelaide to the Big Apple: a personal pivot In early 2017, a routine trip home to Adelaide left Australian journalist and connector Josh Pugh pondering a larger question: Is this the path I’m destined to follow forever? The answer, for him, was a quiet no—an invitation to pivot toward a new kind of life…
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Tomas Sala’s Falconeer Survival in a Crowded Indie Market
Rethinking Recognition in a Saturated Indie Scene When you’re an independent creator in today’s crowded game market, scouts and players often chase the next viral sensation. Tomas Sala, the brains behind Falconeer and Bulwark, has already tasted the thrill of breakout success with titles that captured attention for their bold aesthetics and promise of more…