Ben Panter

Writer, firefighter, up all-nighter. A specialist journalist with a passion for community and a penchant for high-octane rescue situations. I find motivation in helping people when they need it most. This is reflected in my writing which focuses on social inclusion and how people find ways to express themselves against the odds. I am not afraid to tackle serious subjects or ask difficult questions of governance and leaders but it's not all heavy. I enjoy the feel-good, light-hearted and peculiar. With over a hundred articles published in national and local media, I have tried to select a broad cross-section of the many topics I have covered.