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Katie Robke


Freelance Journalist 

Katie is a third-year communications undergraduate at University of the Sunshine Coast, studying journalism, creative writing and photography. Her love of storytelling is driven by a deep curiosity and desire to explore the intricacies of human nature. With a sharp editorial eye and a keen interest in media ethics, her work gravitates toward lifestyle, profiles and social issues, often focusing on stories that highlight the complexities and nuances of people and communities. Over the past two years, Katie's work has been published both online and in print. Katie currently holds a GPA of 7.

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Katie is an exceptional writer bursting with talent, skill and word magic. She earned the highest grades and was the best performing student for the many years I have been teaching. Her writing is innovative, fresh and unputdownable.
— Dr Paul Williams, Associate Professor of Creative Writing UniSC, Senior Fellow HEA

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Thoughtful and deeply engaged, Katie demonstrated a deep and sophisticated understanding of readings, critical theories, and the real-world media and communication landscape, including intersections with global politics and business. Beyond her academic excellence, Katie was a natural leader who supported her fellow students and worked brilliantly in groups. An excellent writer who secured impressive work before graduation, she is THE student we would call on to help represent our program and discipline.
— Dr Sarah Casey, Discipline Lead: Communication School of Business & Creative Industrie UniSC

Features

My Weekly Preview •

Scrolling through adolescence: social media's impact on mental health - My Weekly Preview

A soft blue glow emanates onto the face of a 14-year-old, as they clutch their phone tightly. It’s 2am, and the world outside their window is silent, but what’s in their grasp is anything but: a bustling list of glossy filters and curated posts, triggering a complex pattern of neurological responses that are closely linked to a range of acute and prolonged mental illness issues.
The digital revolution has undoubtedly shaped the identity of Gen A and Gen Z (those born from 1996 onward), with the...
Salt Magazine •

Raw beauty - Salt Magazine

In the quiet hum of her work shed, Jodi Casey sits surrounded by a treasure trove of discarded materials, worn metal, and the earthy aroma of camphor laurel.
As we speak, she is busy completing a freestanding 20-centimetre-wide butterfly sculpture perched on a piece of aged driftwood. Its vibrant hues of teal and blue, sourced from vintage jewellery, intertwine delicately to its wings that are bordered by an old bicycle chain.
Jodi creates one-off recycled and repurposed sculptures using thought...
Salt Magazine •

Artistic rebellion - Salt Magazine

In the realm of art curation, there are those who assemble exhibitions, and then there’s Kevin Wilson — a visionary art curator, gallery manager and director who breathes life into the spaces he oversees.
Kevin’s journey through the art world has been nothing short of remarkable.
From the vibrant halls of Melbourne’s Linden New Art public gallery to the coastal surrounds of Noosa Regional Gallery, as well as various stints internationally, Kevin has undoubtedly shaped the cultural landscape of e...
My Weekly Preview •

Mind all the tell-tale symptoms - My Weekly Preview

A 63-year-old woman stands beside her bed holding her favourite shirt. Confusion clouds her gaze as she looks around the room. For a moment, she cannot recall why she is standing there or where she has planned to go.
Her bouts of forgetfulness are initially brushed off as ‘just part of the ageing process’. However, a few years later, she is diagnosed with a form of dementia.
Over this time, her symptoms have become more prevalent, affecting her day-to-day functioning.
Scenarios like this occur a...
Sunshine Coast News •

From Dior to Pilates: instructor's catalyst for change

She stands with arms outstretched and a welcoming smile, the sparkling waters of Noosa River reflecting delicately onto the high ceiling behind her.
For Claire Toone, this boutique Pilates and wellness studio in Noosaville has been a labour of love she’s consciously poured herself into for almost seven years.
Ms Toone, 39, hasn’t always called Noosa home – and she admits that Pilates wasn’t her first love.
The Noosa Flow owner grew up in Badger Head, a small rural seaside community in northern T...

Creative & Academic Writing Samples

Selected works demonstrating Katie’s breadth across narrative, research and analysis.