Listening Gallery

Welcome to our listening library, a collection of real voices highlighting the power of listening and understanding. These stories come from people of all backgrounds, sharing their journeys and moments of connection. Together, they weave a tapestry of community, empathy, and diversity—showing that by listening to each other, we can build stronger, more compassionate society. Dive in, be inspired, and see how every story contributes to a more connected world.

Gab was the first person to sit at The Launnie Listening Table. Gab shares what listening means to her.

Hear Ann tell us about arriving in Tasmania from India via six and a half years in Germany. What is it like to arrive in a new country and be a belly dancer!

Senator Tammy Tyrrell tells as a little about her life story and the importance of being listened too.

Bianca beautifully tells this amazing story of her Grandfather who turned out not be who she thought he was.

What is it like to be a refugee coming to Australia? Going through the 1990 Gulf War. Listen to Adel's story.

The lovely Tors shares her story about the beautiful Peachy. Such a wonderful man.

If you ever wonder what courage looks like…this is it! Harvey tells us about his school experience as a Trans person.

One of our very first “listens” and still one of our very best. Gary’s story of music is beautiful. Please watch and, of course, listen.

Bella shares her thoughts on sustainability and the waste in the fashion industry.

Senator Wendy Askew talks about the importance of community as she joins us at The Launnie Listening Table.

Being fully heard validates you. When people listen you are acknowledged. Listen to Mark from Riverside Lions Club succinctly explain this.

Harvey shares with us about discovering his autism in another amazing piece of sharing.

Roland from the very first Men’s Table talks about really being heard with no fixing.