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ISSUE NO. 8

March 2025

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Creative

Crochet

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By

Rachel

Rachel writes from Numinbah Correctional Centre in QLD.

Here's just a few of my crochet art projects – this is what you can achieve if you learn how to crochet!

Here's just a few of my crochet art projects – this is what you can achieve if you learn how to crochet!

How to Make Bannoffee Pie in a Secure Unit

By Garth

A sweet treat using buy-up staples.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

1 MIN READ

I Am Tired

By Anthony

Tired from being told what to do. I am tired of love, tired of being deemed guilty, tired of my own remorse. I am tired of my own self-doubt, my own shadows and especially tired of my own face.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

I Hate You, Crystal Meth

By Mackenzie

Hate’s a strong word, but for you it’s reserved. I hate what you’ve taken from me, my parents, my childhood and my glee.

Creative

ISSUE NO. 20

1 MIN READ

Twelve Years Trying to Patch Up My Soul

By Abynei

My blue eyes look so drained, but I’m strong, I’ll make it through.

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ISSUE NO. 20

1 MIN READ