Journalism
One day, during a two-year backpacking adventure in my mid-20s, I was brushing my teeth and thinking about what to do next. During my teenage years, I had had my heart set on becoming a journalist, but after going to uni and falling into a job in marketing, I had put the idea on the back-burner. However, while brushing my teeth, it suddenly crystallised that there was nothing stopping me from giving it a go. I ran down to an internet cafe (this was when you didn't take a phone with you while backpacking), and searched for RMIT's Grad Dip in Journalism application deadline. I was in luck, and returned to Melbourne so I could apply. Thankfully I got into the course.
I loved that Grad Dip and stayed on to convert it to a Masters. The course was practical and included a placement in Jakarta where I interned at one of their major news channels, Metro TV.
Once I graduated, I spent 18 months as a radio journalist at SBS World News Australia. I loved interviewing people, the fast pace of the newsroom, and putting together stories that are important.
After moving to Hungary, I spent a year as the Managing Editor for travel website called We Love Budapest. I loved building the brand's social presence and managing a small team of writers. I also loved analysing the data to ensure we were always publishing stories that people wanted to read.
Although I have taken a break from journalism, my other roles in copywriting and analysis all require the skills of a good journalist: research, the ability to spot the important stuff and being able to tell a good yarn.
I have been published on Deutsche Welle, CNN Indonesia and more.
I loved that Grad Dip and stayed on to convert it to a Masters. The course was practical and included a placement in Jakarta where I interned at one of their major news channels, Metro TV.
Once I graduated, I spent 18 months as a radio journalist at SBS World News Australia. I loved interviewing people, the fast pace of the newsroom, and putting together stories that are important.
After moving to Hungary, I spent a year as the Managing Editor for travel website called We Love Budapest. I loved building the brand's social presence and managing a small team of writers. I also loved analysing the data to ensure we were always publishing stories that people wanted to read.
Although I have taken a break from journalism, my other roles in copywriting and analysis all require the skills of a good journalist: research, the ability to spot the important stuff and being able to tell a good yarn.
I have been published on Deutsche Welle, CNN Indonesia and more.
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The incredible history of the "Drechsler Palace"
This building, that sits on prime real estate along Budapest’s most glamorous thoroughfare, just opposite the Hungarian State Opera House, has had many names. Known by locals as either the Ballet Institute or the Drechsler Palace, it was initially designed as an investment for the Hungarian Railway Pension Institute. While it’s been standing empty for more than 10 years, this month there was a fresh announcement of plans for it to become a luxury hotel. We take a look at the history of this prominent, but long-dormant, building at number 25 Andrássy Avenue. https://welovebudapest.com/en/article/2014/11/26/the-incredible-history-of-the-drechsler-palace |
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Did you know there are homes in the Castle Hill tunnel?
It's not so obvious that the Castle Hill Tunnel has homes in it, but Fazekas János grew up in one of these apartments because his father was the Chain Bridge's caretaker for forty years. Now János himself is the caretaker of both the bridge and the tunnel, and although he hasn't lived in the unique apartment since 2007 he's hoping huge renovations will soon make it liveable once more. We spoke to him about his life in the tunnel, his work with one of Budapest's most iconic sites and what it's like to come from a family that's been integral in looking after Budapest's northern bridges. https://welovebudapest.com/en/article/2014/11/21/did-you-know-there-are-homes-in-the-castle-hill-tunnel |
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13 of the most beautiful libraries in Budapest
Libraries are enjoying a new wave of popularity. A place for quiet reading, intense studying or painstaking research. Despite the digital revolution, people are returning to libraries to access works that aren't available online or just to enjoy the atmosphere of these tranquil spots. Budapest is lucky enough to have what are undoubtedly some of the world's most beautiful libraries, and many are protected monuments of national importance (what's known as a "műemlék" in Hungarian). Enjoy our photos, and if you get a chance, you should visit some of Budapest's stunning libraries. https://welovebudapest.com/en/toplist/13-of-the-most-beautiful-libraries-in-budapest |
Radio packages, interviews and newsreading
CLIMATE CHANGE CHALLENGES FOR DEFENCE PLANNERS
The following piece was published 26 March 2013, SBS World News Australia Radio.
The Defence Department says climate change is being considered in strategic planning - but is it being treated seriously enough?
The Defence Department has reiterated that the effects of climate change are a factor being considered in defence planning.
The statement follows a report claiming that the Australian Defence Force is not prepared for the future challenges presented by climate change.
Ildi Amon reports.
The Defence Department says climate change is being considered in strategic planning - but is it being treated seriously enough?
The Defence Department has reiterated that the effects of climate change are a factor being considered in defence planning.
The statement follows a report claiming that the Australian Defence Force is not prepared for the future challenges presented by climate change.
Ildi Amon reports.
UN SUED OVER CHOLERA OUTBREAK IN HAITI
The following piece was published 21 October 2013, SBS World News Australia Radio.
Should the United Nations be held legally accountable for the deaths of thousands of people from a cholera epidemic in Haiti?
That's the question at the centre of a claim filed in a United States court.
It alleges the UN caused the cholera outbreak because of a lack of proper sanitation at camps used by peacekeepers it sent into Haiti from Nepal.
Ildi Amon reports.
Should the United Nations be held legally accountable for the deaths of thousands of people from a cholera epidemic in Haiti?
That's the question at the centre of a claim filed in a United States court.
It alleges the UN caused the cholera outbreak because of a lack of proper sanitation at camps used by peacekeepers it sent into Haiti from Nepal.
Ildi Amon reports.
DO YOU CARE HOW YOUR CLOTHES ARE MADE?
The following piece was published 25 July 2013, SBS World News Australia Radio.
An Australian clothing industry lobby group claims it's impossible for retailers to ensure that imported clothing hasn't been made in sweatshop conditions.
It's urging Australians to buy only Australian-made clothing, so they're not indirectly involved in exploitation of workers.
But retailers dispute the group's claim, and say the local manufacturing industry can't meet the demands of the local market.
Ildi Amon reports.
An Australian clothing industry lobby group claims it's impossible for retailers to ensure that imported clothing hasn't been made in sweatshop conditions.
It's urging Australians to buy only Australian-made clothing, so they're not indirectly involved in exploitation of workers.
But retailers dispute the group's claim, and say the local manufacturing industry can't meet the demands of the local market.
Ildi Amon reports.
MASS GRAVE IN BOSNIA 'COULD BE LARGEST FROM 90S'
The following piece was published 6 November 2013, SBS World News Australia Radio.
Investigators believe a mass grave being excavated in Bosnia could be the largest from the war there in the 1990s.
A group dedicated to finding the bodies of those who've disappeared during armed conflict says a mass grave it's excavating in Bosnia could be the largest from the war there in the 1990s.
The International Commission on Missing Persons says there could be up to 600 people buried at the site.
The Commission's Adam Boys says almost 250 complete bodies and 110 body parts have already been removed from a primary grave at the site, near the village of Tomasica.
The remains discovered so far are yet to be accurately identified.
Mr Boys says the grave forms part of the criminal prosecution against Ratko Mladic, the general in charge of the Bosnian-Serb army during the conflict.
He told Ildi Amon, it is extremely difficult work for those doing the excavations, because the remains are very well-preserved.
Investigators believe a mass grave being excavated in Bosnia could be the largest from the war there in the 1990s.
A group dedicated to finding the bodies of those who've disappeared during armed conflict says a mass grave it's excavating in Bosnia could be the largest from the war there in the 1990s.
The International Commission on Missing Persons says there could be up to 600 people buried at the site.
The Commission's Adam Boys says almost 250 complete bodies and 110 body parts have already been removed from a primary grave at the site, near the village of Tomasica.
The remains discovered so far are yet to be accurately identified.
Mr Boys says the grave forms part of the criminal prosecution against Ratko Mladic, the general in charge of the Bosnian-Serb army during the conflict.
He told Ildi Amon, it is extremely difficult work for those doing the excavations, because the remains are very well-preserved.
MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD VOWS TO KEEP PROTESTING
The following piece was published 16 August 2013, SBS World News Australia Radio.
Hundreds of supporters of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood have set fire to a government building in Cairo and its leadership promises to keep protesting.
The Muslim Brotherhood says Egyptians must learn that a democratically elected leader cannot be overthrown via a military coup.
The Muslim Brotherhood's Gehad al-Haddad says it will continue demonstrations until the former president Mohamed Morsi is reinstated and the military is removed from all political power.
He's told Ildi Amon protesters in Cairo represent all Egyptians who support the democratic process.
Hundreds of supporters of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood have set fire to a government building in Cairo and its leadership promises to keep protesting.
The Muslim Brotherhood says Egyptians must learn that a democratically elected leader cannot be overthrown via a military coup.
The Muslim Brotherhood's Gehad al-Haddad says it will continue demonstrations until the former president Mohamed Morsi is reinstated and the military is removed from all political power.
He's told Ildi Amon protesters in Cairo represent all Egyptians who support the democratic process.
DOES INTERNATIONAL LAW COVER CYBER ATTACKS?
The following piece was published 15 August 2013, SBS World News Australia Radio.
Australia has welcomed a new United Nations report that says international law as well as the UN Charter applies to cyber warfare or attacks.
A group of government experts from 15 countries, chaired by Australia, was asked to study existing and potential threats in the use of information and communications technologies.
It highlighted the importance of confidence-building measures to promote trust between governments, to help reduce the risk of conflict in cyberspace.
Chairman of the international law department at the US Naval War College Mike Schmitt, was the director of the Tallinn Manual - a NATO-sponsored project which looked at what laws cover cyber conflicts.
He told Ildi Amon the UN report should help to address a vast range of existing and potential cyber threats.
Australia has welcomed a new United Nations report that says international law as well as the UN Charter applies to cyber warfare or attacks.
A group of government experts from 15 countries, chaired by Australia, was asked to study existing and potential threats in the use of information and communications technologies.
It highlighted the importance of confidence-building measures to promote trust between governments, to help reduce the risk of conflict in cyberspace.
Chairman of the international law department at the US Naval War College Mike Schmitt, was the director of the Tallinn Manual - a NATO-sponsored project which looked at what laws cover cyber conflicts.
He told Ildi Amon the UN report should help to address a vast range of existing and potential cyber threats.
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CNN Indonesia
During the so-called "migrant crisis" that hit Europe in 2015, I was asked by CNN Indonesia to do a couple of live interviews with them, explaining the situation in Budapest. |
Deutsche Welle
A live cross for DW on the first day of the trial of 11 men facing torture, trafficking and homicide charges for the death of 71 migrants, found dead in the back of a truck in Austria in 2015.
A live cross for DW on the first day of the trial of 11 men facing torture, trafficking and homicide charges for the death of 71 migrants, found dead in the back of a truck in Austria in 2015.
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