Hi world!

I am a 23-year old Australian video journalist and avid dog-lover relocating to London.

After graduating university I took a year off to explore the world, which ultimately led me to say goodbye to my family and friends in Australia and move my entire life to London.

When I was at university my concentration was on Peace & Conflict studies, and I am greatly interested in solving global problems through non-violence. I have had experience in Australia both in the military (although please hear me out about this before you get any misconceptions about what this involves) and working for a national newspaper. I plan on volunteering for the UN when I turn 25, and hope to one day end up in the world of foreign correspondence / humanitarian public relations.

I consider myself a kind and empathetic person who loves learning about and from other people. I am very open-minded and also love having my views challenged, as I believe it makes for a more-informed being.

This is my first experience using Couchsurfing, so please be kind!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

While I'm excited for the next chapter of my life to begin, I'm still a bit short on friends and a place to rest my head, and would really appreciate either. Being in a new city can be scary, so it'd mean the world to meet some like-minded people who can pass on their wisdom about life in the UK!

Interests

Reading, surfing, terrible puns, travelling, documenting, horse riding, coffee/cafe culture, discovering new music and exploring new places

• dogs
• culture
• coffee
• drinking
• reading
• traveling
• music
• surfing
• journalism
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

I love music! (Despite being veeeery limited in my musical abilities myself)

I adore anything surf rock, Australian up-and-coming, easy-listening and house.

My favourite bands include Glass Animals, Elizabeth Rose, Meg Mac, Golden Features, The Drums, Vance Joy and The Asteroids Galaxy Tour

Favourite books include the Harry Potter series (of course!), East of Eden, Papillion, Duma Key, Adventures in Journalism, The Silver Sword and I Am Malala

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Lived with a family I'd never met before in a foreign country for three months

What I Can Share with Hosts

Terrible jokes, great drinks (you're looking at an ex-bartender!), a happy vibe, a positive disposition on life and any stories or wisdom I've collected that can be of value to you

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Egypt, England, Fiji, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Serbia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Italy