The House of Wellness • 25th September 2023

Croup: What causes barking cough and how to treat children

Often characterised by a barking, seal-like cough, croup is one of the most common respiratory conditions for young kids. Here’s what you should know.

Hearing their child struggle with croup can be very frightening for parents – especially if they’ve never heard the tell-tale barking cough before – and it’s very distressing for children.

Despite the harsh, laboured and somewhat disturbing cough, croup is not usually as severe as what it sounds.

“Croup can be a concerning condition, especially

The House of Wellness • 21st September 2023

Pet friendly holiday: Best places to getaway with your furry friends

Animals are a big part of many families so it makes sense we want to take them with us when we go away. Here are some great pet friendly holiday destinations.

Whether it’s going on a long walk with your dog, or cuddling on the couch with your cat, everyone loves to spend time with their pets.

President of the Australian Small Animal Veterinarians Group, Dr David Lee, says bonding with a pet companion is really positive for our mental health.

“Things that we do with our pets and what the pets

Herald Sun • 9th September 2023

Let's Get Ethical

"It’s time to spring clean your make-up collection, as going cruelty free has become more affordable than ever. With the rising cost of living, buying inexpensive products that are not animal tested is tough."

Herald Sun • 15th September 2023

Happiness a lifestyle

"An international study of ­almost 290,000 people has found the key to happiness could be as simple as a good night’s sleep.
The major study, published in the Journal Nature Mental Health on Tuesday, found that between seven to nine hours of sleep every night helped to ­reduce the risk of depression by 22 per cent."

Herald Sun • 15th September 2023

Marah's Mine Mishap

"Marah the labrador is a very lucky dog after being rescued from a Goldfields mineshaft."

upstart • 18th August 2023

Is spiking affecting Melbourne's drinking culture?

In this segment of La Trobe Live, Media and Communications students Ethan Stone, Ruby Bartzis, Katelin Cameron, and Cara Lovallo talk to researchers about the concerns around spiking in Melbourne drinking culture.

PIGSTY • 22nd April 2024

Is Lining Up Days Before Concerts Fair?

"Have you ever bought general admission tickets for a popular musician then decided to arrive at the arena a few hours early to beat the crowds, only to be faced by hundreds of people in line packing up sleeping bags and tents."

22nd April 2024

Rave Culture is Back in Melbourne.

"It’s likely your social media has been flooded with videos of young people dancing to DJ sets under bridges or in abandoned warehouses. Since the global Covid-19 pandemic began, Melbourne has been the host to a significantly growing number of raves. "

upstart • 10th May 2023

Crocodile proteins may treat fungal infections

In this segment of La Trobe Live, @latrobe Media and Communication students Paris Mahar, Luke Corda, and Katelin Cameron talk to Scott Williams, the lead author of a La Trobe study that found crocodile defensins proteins could be engineered through biotechnology to attack fungal infections in humans. We also speak to Golden 8 Skincare CEO, Josephine Shepherd, who uses crocodile oil in their products to help different skin conditions.

upstart • 6th August 2023

La Trobe's mixed netball team prepare for Uni Nationals

In this segment of La Trobe Live, La Trobe Media and Communications students Cara Lovallo, Ethan Stone, Katelin Cameron, and Ruby Bartzis catch up with the La Trobe University mixed netball team as they prepare for the upcoming Uni Nationals.