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160 Year Old Warring Spear in the Rightful Hands of Barladong Elder
Australian history from Dr Marion Kickett, a Barladong Elder when Alisha Ashworth gifted the 160 year old spear to Aboriginal family in York

Dr. Renee Ralph
Jul 8, 20239 min read


My Connection to My Grandmother's Country
Dr Marion Kickett is a Noongar woman from the Balardong language group. A tribute to her grandmother in NAIDOC Week - For Our Elders.
The Brilliant Foundation
Jul 5, 20237 min read


The Wounded Child Within
Life has a way of leaving deep imprints on our hearts and souls, particularly during our formative years.
Alrick Dorett
Jul 5, 20234 min read


Rachael Coltrona - Belissima Voce
WOOHOO! #WAAPA artist and #Floreat musician Rachael Coltrona just launched her music video clip "Complicated" earlier this week.

Dr. Renee Ralph
Jun 2, 20235 min read


澳洲游学之旅
Tan Shuo from Chengdu, Sichuan province, near the Qinghai Tibet Plateau writes about his study experience at Curtin University and travels.
The Brilliant Foundation
May 27, 20235 min read


Australia's National Monument to Migration
Christina Chia added to the Australia’s National Monument to Migration, honours the contribution of migrants to Australian life 20 May 2023
The Brilliant Foundation
May 23, 20235 min read


Women Leading the Way: Inspiring Stories of Resilience and Success
by Co-Author, Dr Vanessa Atienza-Hipolito, Founding Member, The Brilliant Foundation PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA - I am delighted to share...
The Brilliant Foundation
May 13, 20234 min read


Bridging the Gap
Associate Professor Jane Coffey and industry guest speakers bridge the gap by sharing their life stories with university students and guests

Dr. Renee Ralph
May 12, 20238 min read


Christina Ho – Flying High
Christina Ho, an intelligent curious individual navigated her own life from a designer, flight attendant to a PILOT with major airline, HK

Dr. Renee Ralph
Apr 10, 20239 min read


The Music That Moves US
WAAPA Musicians raised over $1,000 for Foundation of Indigenous Sustainable Health (FISH) with L&A and The Brilliant Foundation

Dr. Renee Ralph
Mar 26, 20233 min read


Women Changing the World - Finalist for Global Awards
by Dr Vanessa Atienza-Hipolito FRANZCR, Founding Member, The Brilliant Foundation AUSTRALIA – I, Dr Vanessa Atienza-Hipolito of Women’s...
The Brilliant Foundation
Mar 11, 20232 min read


Reflections on a Meaningful Quote Found on My Late Father's Phone
Finding Resilience and Comfort in the
Midst of Grief: Reflections on a Meaningful
Quote Found on My Late Father's Phone
The Brilliant Foundation
Mar 3, 20233 min read


Peripheral Vision, what do we not see?
Japan is one of my favourite countries and I just love everything about it
The Brilliant Foundation
Feb 21, 20234 min read


Am I living a scripted life?
When people asked me if the flowers I was carrying through the shopping centre were for them, I looked them straight in the eyes and said: “
Alexander Circosta
Feb 19, 20232 min read


Saint Valentine’s Day - How Did It All Begin?
by Dr Renee Ralph, Co-Founder, The Brilliant Foundation PERTH, Western Australia - Saint Valentine is the patron saint of lovers,...

Dr. Renee Ralph
Feb 14, 20233 min read


Living My Very Best Life in Challenging Times!
I tell you my story, because all my experiences over the past 20 years have shaped me to be the leader I am today.

Christina Chia
Feb 11, 20236 min read


The Power to Rise Above
Dr Vanessa co-authored The Power to Rise Above -an anthology about overcoming bullying, abuse, heartbreak and trauma.
Dr Vanessa Atienza-Hipolito
Feb 5, 20233 min read


Professor Sally Kift - Equity Holy Grail for Learning
Professor Sally Kift emphasised the need for equity of learning for students during post-COVID in WAFTL 2023

Dr. Renee Ralph
Feb 4, 20236 min read


John Aciek - United Nations Human Rights Winner
Recent UN Human Rights Winner, John Akuot Aciek is currently serving as the President of the South Sudanese Community Association in WA

Dr. Renee Ralph
Jan 27, 20235 min read


Walking Together on Country
Walking Together on Country spoken by Marion Kickett, heard by John Kinsella, an Australian poet responding to Marion, a Noongar Elder.
The Brilliant Foundation
Jan 23, 20238 min read
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