Stories of people, place and perseverance.
Most people think to live a great life they need to do something great for the world. We need to realise that living a good fulfilling life and earning the respect of those around us is living a great life. This website is telling the stories of good people doing remarkable things - in Mount Isa, across the outback, and anywhere else life takes me.
About James
While I love quiet time, I also love meeting people and hearing their stories.
While working full-time years ago, I used to publish a quarterly magazine called My Isa, as well as writing books, poetry and occasional articles for the local newspaper.
When I ask people if I can write a story about them the most common reply is: “Why me? I’ve never done anything special.”
There is no better feeling that watching the light bulb come on as they tell me their story. The realisation that they have indeed lived a life and it is special.
The news is full of drama and bad news but there are good people out there doing good things for their community everyday. I want to tell their stories because the more good people you have in your life, the better your life will be.
Five Minute Fillup Podcasts
A short listen for your morning coffee, your commute, or the quiet moment when you just want to hear something good.
Every couple of days, I post an episode and hope it gives you that little lift you need to face the world.
Sometimes nostalgic.
Sometimes unexpected.
Always worth five minutes.
Stories have always been how communities remember who they are
They carry the voices of people, the lessons of the past, and the quiet resilience that shapes everyday life.
This platform exists to preserve those stories - and to share them with anyone who believes the world is full of good people worth writing about.
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Stay connected to the stories
New stories, reflections and Five Minute Fillup episodes are published regularly.
If you enjoy thoughtful writing about community, history and the quieter moments of Australian life, you can have them delivered directly to your inbox.
No noise. Just good stories.
WHAT’S COMING
Books by James Coghlan
Over the years, I have written books that document community history, personal journeys and some remarkable regional experiences.
From sporting histories to a 700-kilometre run through the Northwest, these are the stories too big for a page.
Many will soon be available in digital format.
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