Wiriya Sati
Port Macquarie, NSW
Wiriya Sati is a features reporter in Port Macquarie. Before joining ABC in 2011 as an Open producer, Sati was a freelance documentary film maker and directed, co-wrote and co-shot a half-hour film called The Buddha's Forgotten Nuns. During and before this she was shooting and editing documentaries in the central Australian desert and working with Aboriginal media organisations such as CAAMA and PY Media in a training role. Her interest in Indigenous media took her to the Amazon in Brazil, Venezuela, Peru and Chile. She now calls the Mid North Coast of NSW home. Follow on twitter @wiriyaSati
Latest by Wiriya Sati
How being a 'bit silly' during circus class helps teens and seniors juggle life's ups and downs
This three-month circus program brings out everyone's "inner child" and shows you're never too old to learn new tricks — like hula-hooping and plate-spinning.
Charged a month for 'moment' of demand: Consumers angry at 'mysterious' power tariffs
Across Australia, huge numbers of consumers are slowly waking up to the presence of mysterious new power charges on their bills.
Graffiti was an 'escape' for Byron during a tough childhood. Now his story and skills are inspiring others
Port Macquarie street artist Byron Christensen has worked hard to turn his life around, and is now teaching graffiti classes to help other vulnerable young people do the same.
Uncle Cedric was told to 'pack a bag and get out of here' in the '50s. Now the land where he lived is finally being restored
The Dunghutti people were forcibly removed when sand mining came to Crescent Head, but the site was later abandoned. After fighting for more than a decade to have area cleaned up, work is set to begin.
Pre-loved surfboards donated to new wave of surfers in Samoa
A surf culture is emerging in Samoa, with the help of some donated boards left by visiting surfers.
Cheerleading isn't 'meant just for females' according to this 13yo boy headed for world championships
Thirteen-year-old Loghan Sculthorpe has made the Australian squad for the World Cheerleading Championships where he'll compete with a male teammate for the first time.
Rare loggerhead turtle eggs moved from path of dangerous king tides
The precarious location of a rare Mid North Coast loggerhead turtle nest prompted rescuers to act quickly to give any hatchlings the best chance of survival.
Bringing back 'the village' for new mums
The saying "it takes a village to raise a child" has become a reality for some new mums. Community group Village Aunties has stepped up to support the women, with home-cooked meals and social events.
Therapy using mind-body connection brings Kristy relief from pelvic pain. Doctors say it's not for everyone
Kristy Urquhart had a hysterectomy hoping it would end decades of pelvic pain. When it didn't, she began to explore Holistic Pelvic Care.
Older women 'Rolling Solo' find confidence and support while travelling alone
These women have not lost their passion for travel and have found a way to create friendships while on the road without a partner.
Teen embarks on 4,000km bike ride to show people 'anything is possible'
Fresh out of high school, 17-year-old Cooper Williams is about to ride from Tasmania to Brisbane and Port Macquarie to champion men's health.
5,000 koalas saved: Koala hospital celebrates 50 years of conservation and research
The Port Macquarie Koala Hospital, which began in the garage of its founders and went on to become a leading force in national research and conservation efforts, is celebrating 50 years.
Tahj's family had no idea he could sing. When they heard his voice on stage, they were stunned
In his daily life, Tahj Burns is quiet. But when singing to an audience, his shyness melts away and his confidence and charisma shine.
'Tell it like a story': Voice referendum sessions to better inform Indigenous elders led by youth
Wiradjuri and Birpai elders are concerned about a lack of information and education on the Voice to Parliament referendum. As older generations struggle to understand, younger leaders take up the challenge of educating the community.
First Nations teens rise up as cultural mentors to younger Indigenous students
A group of Indigenous students from Wauchope High School teach cultural education at local primary schools, nurturing pride and love of country in their younger peers.
Boy, 8, injured by needle wrapped in toilet roll at popular NSW park
Police are calling for public information as they investigate the "distressing" incident, which led to the boy being taken to hospital in Port Macquarie.
Problems 'dissolve' when veteran Chris Ellicott is searching for his next wave
An army veteran is following his son's advice to pursue his passions as a way of coping with the lasting effects of trauma.
Firefighting workshop empowers young women to respond to bushfires
The memory of bushfires burning on their country properties in during Black Summer has motivated Ella and Sophie to be ready if another fire threatens their homes.
Amy has a special way of soothing her newborn Ivy. It connects them to their land and ancestors
This Birpai woman knows it is easy for mothers to get anxious when their baby is unsettled. Now a new initiative is helping both mum and bub stay calm.
A family secret led John to preserve heritage photos. But he needs help finding a mystery man
The collection of staged photographs from the 1900s depicting Birpai people in traditional dress and poses from a bygone era receives heritage listing.
Accessible playground has Ella using a slide on her own for the first time
Children who are normally left watching from the side are now playing like the other kids on a new interactive accessible playground at their school.
How First Nations song, dance could help next generation better care for country
Koalas need the whole community, especially preschool children, to embrace conservation as part of a program intended to encourage the next "eco-warriors".
Tin was 'wanted' by the Myanmar government. In Australia, she found love and safety — but also stigma
With every shared meal, volunteering shift and fundraising project, Tin Hta Nu is determined to challenge stereotypes and show how much refugees contribute to their communities.
Path clear to use electric skateboards as disability mobility aid after NSW law change
Port Macquarie local Steve Lyons has been campaigning to legalise the use of electric skateboards as mobility aids for people living with disability, and the NSW government has responded.
Art helped bring Deborah 'back to life' after illness. Now she uses it to transform country towns
Despite battling chronic pain, Deborah Parker is living her dream, travelling through regional Australia in a van and painting bright murals to beautify the streets.