The Bright Side

ABC

Sabra Lane shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia. Each week you’ll hear good news stories about people who are trying to make a difference in the world. You can be part of it too! Get in touch any time at TheBrightSide@abc.net.au

  1. What's rowdier? Parliament House or primary school

    03/12/2024

    What's rowdier? Parliament House or primary school

    Question Time in the Australian Parliament can seem as wild and rowdy as a school classroom.

    25 min
  2. How kindness saved Kath Koschel's life

    26/11/2024

    How kindness saved Kath Koschel's life

    When was the last time you experienced an act of kindness?

    24 min
  3. A burning desire to understand fire

    19/11/2024

    A burning desire to understand fire

    Is it time to rethink our relationship with fire?

    19 min
  4. Is activism a dirty word?

    12/11/2024

    Is activism a dirty word?

    What does it look like when communities come together over a shared love of the ocean?

  5. Could one small town become Australia's zero waste capital?

    05/11/2024

    Could one small town become Australia's zero waste capital?

    If you’re a believer that ‘every bit counts’ then you’ll be interested in what’s going on in the Bega Valley in New South Wales.

    17 min
  6. There's light on the horizon for hefty power bills

    29/10/2024

    There's light on the horizon for hefty power bills

    When it comes to getting solar panels, the cost can seem pretty daunting for the average household.

    19 min
  7. A simple test that could save your life

    22/10/2024

    A simple test that could save your life

    The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

    21 min
  8. The tight-knit community trading in sapphires (repeat)

    15/10/2024

    The tight-knit community trading in sapphires (repeat)

    Glenn Keys never thought his son would be able to own his own home, so he started Project Independence to ensure no one with an intellectual disability would be left behind.

    16 min
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4.7
out of 5
28 Ratings

About

Sabra Lane shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia. Each week you’ll hear good news stories about people who are trying to make a difference in the world. You can be part of it too! Get in touch any time at TheBrightSide@abc.net.au

Information

  • Creator
    ABC
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    143
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. All right reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Bright Side

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