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The workplace harassment tactic many Canberrans may not recognise

HerCanberra Team — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:15:50 +0000

Work should empower you to showcase your talents while challenging you professionally – not leave you feeling emotionally exhausted before the day even begins. Yet one of the most damaging...

How I Got Here: Dr Marie-Louise Ayres, former Director-General National Library of Australia

HerCanberra Team — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:10:58 +0000

Admit it, we’ve all been there – stalking social media and LinkedIn profiles, trying desperately to figure out how the hell someone got their dream job. It seems impossible, and...

Canberra’s Amanda Va is redefining dance at Red Bull Dance Your Style

Lucy Veitch — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:20:40 +0000

From viral dance battles to representing Canberra on a national stage, Amanda Va is proving the capital's street dance scene deserves a spotlight. Canberra might not be the first city...

How I Got Here: Veterinary virologist, Robyn Hall

HerCanberra Team — Sun, 31 May 2026 20:14:08 +0000

In this edition of How I Got Here, Canberra vet Dr. Robyn Hall shares her journey from animal science to the frontline of public health, biosecurity, and pandemic response. When...

How I Got Here: Stage actor Andrea Close

HerCanberra Team — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:10:27 +0000

Admit it, we’ve all been there – stalking social media and LinkedIn profiles, trying desperately to figure out how the hell someone got their dream job. It seems impossible, and...

Canberra’s most anticipated women’s leadership event – and five reasons why you should clear your schedule for it

HerCanberra Team — Sun, 17 May 2026 20:18:40 +0000

The She Leads Conference is YWCA Canberra’s flagship leadership initiative, returning for its 12th year this July. The premier event brings together women and non-binary leaders for a full...

How I Got Here: Chief Nursing Officer of the Australian College of Nursing Frances Rice

HerCanberra Team — Mon, 11 May 2026 20:15:21 +0000

Admit it, we’ve all been there – stalking social media and LinkedIn profiles, trying desperately to figure out how the hell someone got their dream job. It seems impossible, and...

Surviving Senate estimates in an age of social media

HerCanberra Team — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:10:26 +0000

As we approach Senate estimates later this month, public servants across Canberra are bracing for a demanding couple of weeks. The mechanics of the process are familiar territory for most...