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ISSUE NO. 9
APRIL 2025
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Finding solace in art
Ethan on the peace he finds being creative
Letters
The Day I Met Jonny
Challenging assumptions about others in prison
Experiences
Intro to criminology
Understanding crime and criminal behaviour
Learn
The Strength Within
Stacey discusses life on the other side of prison
Mob

The Ongoing Fight to Vote in Prison

By Denham Sadler

“We can’t get information about how a party or candidate’s policies must impact prisoners,” Kelly told About Time. “Prison officers also will not provide us with any information as it is seen as political.”

ISSUE NO. 9
6 MIN READ
Ike Curtis

The Secret to Living is Giving

By Konrad

Our external world has so many options and choices, to have, do and be, we even have greater control of this world, more than we have ever had before, yet we are still suffering.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
'Miss Walkabout' by Tony, available for purchase on Boom Gate Gallery

To Women Behind These Concrete Walls

By D

We have a voice, but through the system, our voices are muted. We are mothers, sisters, daughters, and even grandmothers.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
'Inside Out Outside In' by Megan, available for purchase at Boom Gate Gallery
By Alexander

Prison doesn't easily allow outside support to provide the love and care many inmates require, let alone access professional support.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ
By Jean

My name is Jean. I am a wiry spitfire, 65 years young, and incarcerated for the past 24 years with a L.W.O.P. (Life Without Parole) sentence.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ
By Weena

Since having my first ever grandson nearly 3 years ago now, it’s made me realise that I not only want to change, but I need to do it not only for myself but for my family.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
By Kyle

I’d think there are a lot of inmates looking for someone to talk to, for some people it might help with the healing process.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
By Ethan

When I paint, I'm not in prison anymore. I'm lost for hours in my artwork.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ

The Policy Commitments of the Major Parties

By About Time

The Australian Federal election is coming up. This is about voting for the Prime Minister and other federal politicians. It will be held on 3 May 2025.

ISSUE NO. 9
4 MIN READ
Ethan Cassidy

Around The Country – March 2025

By About Time

Including tough bail laws being introduced in Victoria, the South Australian Government ruling out raising the age of criminal responsibility, a new parole board president appointed in Queensland and more.

ISSUE NO. 9
2-3 MIN READ EACH

And Still We Endure

By Ellie

Each court attendance made me feel sick to my stomach with nervousness as rich strangers decided my husband’s fate – and our future.

ISSUE NO. 9
4 MIN READ
Victoria Loizides

The Day I Met Jonny

By Sam Harris

The thought of spending any time in close contact with Jonny sets my heart racing – and not in a good way.

ISSUE NO. 9
6 MIN READ
‘Holding Cell 1’ by Quang Nguyen, Collection CSNSW

Intro to Criminology

By Benjamin Aitken

Criminology is more than just the study of crime; it's about understanding the system that controls crime, how it works, who it benefits, and why it sometimes goes wrong.

ISSUE NO. 9
6 MIN READ
@benjaminaitkenart

Upper Body Yoga

By The Prison Phoenix Trust

This series of upper body movements is both uplifting and calming, and is great preparation for meditation.

ISSUE NO. 10
5 MIN READ

Legal Q&A

Do you have a general legal query that you want answered?
Is  there an area of law that you think people inside should know more about? Submit your question in the provided form, and we might publish an answer in the paper.

Submit Your Question

Back on the Path of Freedom

By Cruise

I was released about four weeks ago and I was quite stressed. To be completely honest, I didn't really want to leave. The truth is, I loved prison and it became part of my identity.

ISSUE NO. 9
6 MIN READ
Self portrait, by Cruise

Mob

The Strength Within: Part 1

By VALS and Marie Mitchell

This interview was part of Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service’s Invasion Day webinar in January this year. The Q&A spoke to an incredible panel of First Nations people, each with their own unique experiences of the criminal legal system.

ISSUE NO. 9
5 MIN READ
Stacey Edwards, in front of one of her paintings at The Torch

Artwork From The Torch – Issue No. 9

By The Torch

Including a piece about kids dancing and going walkabout and Chippa's interpretation of Country.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
Jarrod C (Gunditjmara people) ‘My Ancestors Looking Over Me and My Kids’ 2025, Acrylic on canvas

Movie Review of The Wasp

By Vincent

The Wasp is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps the viewer in suspense until the very last moment.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
XYZ Films

She'll Be Apples

By Angela

This image depicts the wild woman and the apple tree. It is inspired by the character 'Aofie' in this year's production.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
Coloured Pencil on Paper, 2024
Anonymous

Doing time together, under lock and key, but helping others can set your mind free.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
By R.M.

The same as I was, just in a different lane, because the monster in me I can now tame.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
By Rachel

When you feel broken and can’t remember who you used to be, please know that person is still inside of you, waiting to be acknowledged and validated. Find a calm place, go inside of your soul. That is where the goodness lies.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ
By Joshua

I stand at my door and watch the birds, as they spread their wings and fly. Oh how wonderful my life would be, if I could fly so high.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ
By Amaka

What filled my days before, I do not know. I have so much love within me, from inside my heart I glow.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ
By Bukks

Here we are again, this day is just the same as last, I've done all I can do and yet it seems no time has passed.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ
By Jon

Some say Love is overrated. It has no relevance anymore I say. I know more than love unbound, I can make these prayerful sounds.

ISSUE NO. 9
3 MIN READ
By Angela

This image depicts the wild woman and the apple tree. It is inspired by the character 'Aofie' in this year's production.

ISSUE NO. 9
2 MIN READ

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Crossword

Can you find all the words from the clues?

Quiz

Test your general knowledge on our monthly quiz!

Marcel Strauss

Card Game – Speed

Speed is a fast-paced card game for two players where the goal is to be the first to get rid of all your cards.

Julian Hochgesang

Categories

Create four groups of four! Each group of four has a common theme.

Bunny Jokes

A collection of bunny themed jokes, in time for Easter.

Waranya Mooldee

Caption This...

Submit a caption to this photo, and we will print the three finalists (including the winner) in the next edition.

Kenny Eliason
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