Jesse, from a prison in NSW
I've been following your paper and I love it. I find it very cool and entertaining.
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Feedback From Our Readers
Every day we receive letters from people in prison. Many share the impact of About Time on their lives. Readers have told us that they feel as if they have a voice for the very first time. Some talk about how the paper has helped them connect to others and lessen isolation. Many talk about the educative benefit of the paper, while others praise the newfound hope and sense of self-worth they feel reading a publication just for them. Here are all of their words.
Asad, from a prison in QLD
I can't tell you how glad I was to see this paper come into my unit, a sign that times can and always will change the way we live, especially in prison.
Vanessa, from a prison in WA
To About Time,
I only just discovered the prison newspaper last month in April 2026.
I spent all day reading and sharing the newspaper here at Melaleuca Women’s Prison.
I had only just begun writing again since getting incarcerated this year in January.
When I found out about About Time I was excited to be able to write in to the national prison newspaper.
I do look forward to reading some of the submitted written work of others and possibly hope to enter into the next writing competition!
From Vanessa.
Jason, from a prison in the NT
It was great to see prisoners being spoken of in a constructive and positive way, as I'm sure you're aware that isn't the norm in Australia. I look forward to hearing back from you and hopefully reading your newspaper.
Bryn, from a prison in QLD
To About Time,
Thank you for your newspaper. I look forward to reading it each month. Its great! I enjoyed it from the first time I read it last year. Its made me feel connected, seen & heard. When I first went to jail I felt really alone and your newspaper helped me so much. Someone – well lots of someones – got how I felt. They understood. Thank you for that. I've written this poem while incarcerated. I really hope you will publish it for me.
Keep up the hard work – we need you guys.
Charlotte, from a prison in the ACT
I relate to a lot of people in this paper. I feel comfort in knowing I'm not alone in custody. I feel more connected, and well heard.
I feel submitting/participating in surveys makes me feel as my input is valued towards making a better paper! It's helped boredom and helped me better understand jail, as it's my first time (been here 4 months).
Keep producing a great paper! Thousands of us appreciate it! Love from Charlotte.
Martin, from a prison in VIC
About Time gives prisoners a voice and a platform. In life being heard is so important, and makes you feel you have something to offer. Contributing made me feel valued.
So many relatable stories, letters etc, when you thought you were alone in your experience or thoughts. The relatable content really makes you feel that you are not alone. Everyone's experience is unique but there is plenty of articles/letters that reflect my own experience.
In my 4th week of prison (1st time) it has given me more insight and validated so much of my feeling/experience. It is already making a hard situation somewhat better and has given me a more positive feeling (even though some articles expose so much of what is wrong with the system!).
I just want to thank you and the team, and the contributors, for providing a publication that is so raw, honest and relatable.
Keep up the great work, you are making a difference and helping countless people get through this experience!
Jordan, from a prison in VIC
Hello About Time and Readers,
I love getting the opportunity to learn about other prisoners and their stories from all over the country. We all have something to share and I encourage everyone to give it a go. Finding purpose is how we thrive beyond survival against all odds, especially in these circumstances that I'm sure we can all relate to.
Shout out to my girls at DPFC and anyone else incarcerated, struggling with their own consciousness.
A gracious thank you to About Time for giving us a necessary platform to express ourselves.
David, from a prison in VIC
I write to About Time so others can see their stories matter and others will maybe write in too or tell there families to. Cause it helps to deal with being stuck and also lets me get it out.
It makes me feel pain is only a thought not a feeling and everyone goes through it some don’t show it. Cause I see others feel it or live it too, I feel their pain as I too have lived it or gone through it.
It is a space of free speech and also gives good advice and also hope and strength.
Subscriber
Thank you for what you do.
I have no contact with my brother who is in prison and the newspaper gives me great comfort knowing I have some small insight into his life, a way I can connect with his world.
Anthony, from a prison in VIC
I'd like to give a shout-out to Vanessa from prison in WA and welcome to About Time. I discovered About Time early last year 2025 and always look forward each month for the read. Last year in two seperate issues I had stories published and seeing them in the national prison newspaper was the best feeling.
I've always had a love for writing but never had the time, now incarcerated I have nothing but time so I decided to put pen to paper and with two stories published I am now working on writing a book.
Sometimes when we write something worth publishing it is when we least expect it. For me writing is a powerful tool that helps with my mental health.
Keep up the good work and never give up writing, I look forward to future stories.
Glen, from a prison in WA
Thank you for your work providing the About Time platform which allows creativity and expression a space to flourish.
Last night I woke up with something I had to write down which is just how it happens, and I wrote this poem that I would like to share with everybody. I hope you like it too.
It would be nice if you could publish it as it is my hope that it will help people form more positive relationships in their lives and help contribute to a more pro-social society.
Thank you, I enjoy reading your newspaper.
Mark, formerly incarcerated in VIC
About Time has been a lifeline - when I was inside, it gave me a sense of purpose and feelings of camaraderie. The stories were really powerful. I have a chronic illness and suffer from intense pain, and writing for About Time has given me something to focus on and prevents me from going to dark places. Without About Time I don't know where I would be.
Storm, from a prison in VIC
I have been in prison for over 13 years and I want to say that your newspaper is an amazing opportunity for all who have put the time in and it has been very well received throughout the Victorian Prison System.
Muhamed, from a prison in VIC
Dear About Time,
Thank you once again for your amazing publication. I know I speak for myself and many of the other men here when I say that you publication is valued and appreciatedand we look forward to its arrival each month. It certainly becomes a central discussion point in the yard in the days following its distribution here. Both myself and the other men within my accommodation lodge read over every edition repeatedly.
I've written to you once previously with a poem that didn't make the cut. I hope my submission this time around is more in line with the material you're looking to publish. Once again, thank you for your incredible work in continuing to support, connect, and inform incarcerated men and women across the country.
M, from a prison in TAS
About Time helps me relate to my problems knowing others are also dealing with similar problems I can see a light at the end of the tunnel. I feel that I have a connection to others with similar struggles and that I am not alone. I don’t feel as isolated over the past six years doing hard time.
It has given me the confidence in trying to write better and for help in bettering myself pre-release.
Due to reading this I know there is help and that there’s always some one worse off needing help.
David, from a prison in NSW
This paper deserves all the support it can get. A way for prisoners to express their honest stories and gifts. A real way to heal and rehabilitate encouraging others to do the same.
Joeby, from a prison in QLD
About Time has positively impacted my belief in myself. It has real life stories from real life prisoners.
David, from a prison in QLD
About Time is filled with good and thoughtful people issues, because we all have contributed to it. Misery loves company, so to speak. I’m now 9 jail sentences in so am very much used to this but this is for us crims and has made us feel connected and that someone gives a f**k. By making us write letters, it helped stimulate the brain.
The paper gives me a positive attitude is because I felt good when I read this. Thank you and I love your work.
Stevie, from a prison in VIC
Dear Rosie,
I just want to say how happy I am to receive a reply from you. I never expected an acknowledgement of receipt, let along a letter. This means a world to me. It shows that someone was kind enough to take their time to read through and understand what it meant and appreciate the event and the effects it bears upon the writer. I can not thank you enough for that.
Paris, from a prison in VIC
About Time helped both me and my partner on the outside share some situationaI awareness. Cannot wait for the paper each month. The articles by other prisoners resonate with my own inner voice, they give my own feelings more universality. Submitting my writing feels as if I can make a difference.
Thank you About Time! Amazing work.
Shay, from a prison in QLD
About Time gives a sense of community and belonging. It’s valuable to have my opinion heard and respected, to stay feeling valued and worthy.
To have a voice, to be heard with no fear of judgment. It gives a clearer perspective and to know that others experience the same things as we do in these places. Hear and see other peoples stories and know there is no judgement.
Because the truths are being printed rather than hidden.
Rachel, from a prison in QLD
Wow, I won the caption comp for December... I've never won anything and the whole jail is congratulating me. Our jail was never told about your newspaper – but in November 2024 it just showed up and all 120 girls love it. So please, please keep it up. ... Thank you for the write up on pen pal programs – I've been in jail for four and a half years and always watch a show called Love After Lockup based on the USA pen pal project ... Anyway guys, thank you for your newspaper. We eagerly await it every month here.
Shea, from a prison in VIC
I am thankful for any and all social and creative outlets such as yourselves involved in the creation and distribution of your newspaper. They provide a link or window to another place, an opening for personal expression and a greater sense of community for those who choose to make use of the opportunities. Writing a book review for a peer newsletter that might only be read by a hundred or so inmates at one prison may not change the world, but having someone stop you in the yard to tell you that they were impressed with your writing is valuable and reinvigorating.
Milo, from a prison in QLD
Its my first time reading this paper and I love every thing that it offers, thank you for sharing information that all prisoners need to know.
It makes you feel like your feelings and thoughts are valid and others can relate to how you feel and together we can over come this negative time in our lives and turn this experience into a positive and heal and live your best life.
Because it comes from us that live it, us the real people that experience jail life every day every minute, people on the outside should really learn what actually goes on and the mistreatment we as prisoners go through we are all not bad people.
This is just the first of many times I will submit my words, my feelings and my thoughts I will continue to offer my help and guidance even when I am released.
Its good to share and connect without judgement give you self confidence.
Tanya, from a prison in VIC
About Time is an avenue that we can express our frustrations, our gratitude and facts. It is a honest and reliable source that we can depend on, it is stories and facts from prisoners that hasn’t been distorted. None of the stories have been doctored. I really enjoy reading this honest media outlet. Thank you!
Ashley, from a prison in QLD
To read about people experiencing almost the same things that bother me makes me feel less isolated and that I am not crazy, some peace of mind and relativity, empathy and understanding.
To read about others going through the same experience is reassuring and comforting, it helps kill time, learn, laugh and relate.
Keep up the good work. We need you :)
Martin, from a prison in VIC
This is my first time and I must say, stumbling across About Time has made things so much better. The open, honest, raw and relatable articles are real gems and resonate hugely.
Anyway, I felt compelled to contribute so here follows a few submissions for your consideration.
About Time
There is a great paper 'About Time',
Which is free and won't cost you a dime,
With articles galore,
It is never a bore,
And provides a refreshing angle on crime!
Zayne, from a prison in VIC
I read your paper the night previous, and a part of me that previously was dead or dying suddenly felt alive and connected to others with similar struggles and trauma … So I just want to say thanks for your newsletter/prison paper.
Subscriber
He was pretty happy when he called, and had already cut the exercises out to stick on the wall in his cell!
Thanks again Edith. I hope all in the AT team really understand how much difference the paper makes.
Ken, from a prison in TAS
This this paper is dedicated to prisoners which helps our mind health in so many ways.
The stories are from prisoners who want to share their views with others and that helps us do our time. It meant I could share my story with others who are feeling the same way. I feel this paper allows us to connect with each other.
About Time is a great way to learn what is happening in other jails. It was a chance to use my writing skills and use the tools to tell a story. Love this paper.
Please keep up the great work and thanks for giving us a voice.
Mark, from a prison in VIC
Congratulations on the launch of About Time. I can only imagine how many obstacles you have navigated to successfully sail the product into Australia's prisons, and from where I sit it was very warmly received by the inmates, security and medical staff that I share time with. Well done, and thank you for delivering us something we didn't know we needed until we received it.
Rainie, from a prison in WA
I first and foremost would like to express my gratitude and appreciation for all the hard work that goes into producing and providing myself and the other prisoners in Australia with your truly captivating content.
Your work and effort does not go unnoticed.
Thank you to the team at About Time for your efforts and hard work making the newspaper what it is.
Lanie, from a prison in VIC
I love this newspaper and enjoy reading it from front to back and back to front. I really enjoy looking at the artworks. You published one of my artworks, DEEP OCEAN, so thank you. I am very proud of that artwork. I taught myself to do art as I was severely bullied and abused, mentally, and physically, growing up and until this very day and I find it is good escape for my mental health. It helps me copy with all the bullshit and bullying that goes on in this place, that I've called home for the past 9 years. I have a minimum of 6 years left to go and then hopefully I can leave this place behind me. I'm not sure where I will restart my life once I'm out, but I guess I still have time to sort that out lol. Well that's all I wanted to say so thank you and keep up the wonderful work.
Jai, from a prison in QLD
Finally a voice for the unseen and unheard. First huge step in connecting prisoners.
There are way too many problems in jail, so to hope for better solutions is always an interesting find. Also staying connected to other's thoughts and feelings – it sort of feels like a union paper.
I certainly agree it helps give a more earnest effort of confidence in writing, but I do believe it is more to do with the burning feelings in one's heart that makes them feel compelled to write. Improved writing skills is just a bonus.
I personally look forward to the paper, as do so many others in prison. The impact was very moving – to hear other stories, to see legal opportunities available as well as fun stuff to do to keep us occupied (especially with so many lockdowns). It is in the word 'Impact' – To Act!
Anonymous, from a prison in VIC
Dear About Time,
I was very excited to see the writing competition article in the latest edition. Included is my submission. It's based on my own happy place (nature) and even if it's nowhere near good enough to be included in the newspaper, just having the chance to write creatively is fantastic. So thank you.
Damien, from a prison in VIC
Thank you the guys in here all appreciate your news paper, it gives a great insight of us in here.
M, from a prison in WA
Submitting writing to About Time made me feel valued, I can read about what other people go through. The response I got was validating and my poem got posted, it was really nice to feel appreciated and recognised. I love reading About Time, it makes me feel not so alone in prison and more informed too. Thank you for doing About Time.
Subscriber
Thank you for providing a platform for connection and creative expression for the most marginalised cohorts in our communities. People who write in prison authentically honestly and vulnerably in the stories and experiences they share. Articles and contributions read as authentic, honest and raw.
Mark Maiwords, from a prison in VIC
Thanks so much for printing my 'always someone worse off than you' story in Issue N°4. I've been motivated to put together a rough draft for a guide to help new prisoners acclimatise to their new surroundings.
Biannca, from a prison in VIC
Hi Rosie,
Really great that you attend some of our writing days here at DPFC.
Zachary, from a prison in QLD
A big shout out to you guys for printing such a great newspaper. Personally I love and look forward to every issue.
Please keep up the great newspaper. I can tell you it's a light in our otherwise dark prison lives – especially those of us without much support and interaction from the outside.
Belly, from a prison in QLD
Thank you for another month of your National prison paper. When I see my name as a winner of the Caption Competition I was wrapped. Thank you…
Chris, from a prison in VIC
Firstly, thank you for all you do in preparing and producing About Time.
Mark Maiwords, from a prison in VIC
There are some fantastic poems in issue six that have inspired me to knock one up to send off next month. Keep up the good work!
Hannah, from a prison in QLD
The paper is so great. Thank you About Time!
Robert, from a prison in VIC
Love your mag it's something to look forward to every month!
I want to walk out of this place one day a better person and use this time as an experience, just a speed bump in my life. Thank you for the newsletter. There is a lot of helpful stuff in it.
Anyway, thanks for the great read every month I always look forward to it.
Mathew, from a prison in WA
I have been eagerly awaiting the June edition. Thank you kindly for reading my letter, and I hope you have a wonderful week ahead.
Dolas, from a prison in QLD
P.S – Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all staff @ 'About Time'. It is nice to have someone on our side for a change.
Skye, from a prison in QLD
I think the guys in prison appreciate this paper. It reminds me I’m not the only one in this situation, I get like to see what others are writing & feeling while in jail.
Thank you all you guys do :)
George, from a prison in VIC
About time has given me hope: there are people on the outside who are trying to make some positive changes for us inmates. It's good to know there are people on the outside advocating for us inmates. Reading About Time, there are many inmates having to deal with issues similar to mine.
Natalie, donor
Thank you for doing the work you do guys.
Johnny, from a prison in NSW
Greetings to you all! My name is Johnny and I am currently locked up in NSW. Reading all the letters sent by everyone over the past four issues of 'About Time' has been such an eye-opener for me. I've found myself looking forward to the next issue to see and learn from other peoples' experiences that they so bravely share with us! Reading everyone's personal experiences and advice has affected me in such a positive way that I finally decided to put pen to paper and share some of my own experiences over the past three years and the changes I have made that may change your life, as they did mine.
Jonathan, from a prison in VIC
Hello Editors,
Once again I offer congratulations for your January edition and I have attached an entry to your short story competition, thank you for the opportunity.
I should tell you that there were many articles in the January issue which led to much debate and dare I say 'hope' for some improvements to various subjects you published – well done.
As always, thanks for your continued valuable publishing and I look forward to your next edition. All the best for 2026.
Michael, from a prison in QLD
Dear About Time,
Firstly, I love you newspaper.
Shannon, from a prison in VIC
Thanks About Time. I truly appreciate your time and change, what you do is priceless.
Subscriber
Amazing, thankyou for all your/the team hard work with the magazine.
Prabhpreet, from a prison in VIC
First of all thank you so much for all the knowledge you collect and put in these newspapers. Really appreciate it.
Allyson, donor
I think you do a great job, that's appreciated by prisoners and outsiders/staff alike. Keep up the fabulous work!
Staff member, prison in NSW
Yes they arrived and have been distributed 😊
Thank you again, the residents really seem to enjoy it.
Subscriber
I just wanted to let you know how much I admire your work. I think it is remarkable the way you give a voice to people who often do not have the opportunity to express themselves or share their stories.
Paul, from a prison in QLD
About Time volunteers, give yourself a pat on the back for this paper, well done! You have no idea the effect it has on the readers. Such a positive initiative towards all people incarcerated.
Thank you.
Chris, from a prison in VIC
Just want to thank you for all the effort you all put into getting a national prison newspaper to everyone inside. I've been to many locations in Vic and see many inmates enjoying the content so thank you for all the hard work (we appreciate you all).
Staff Member, prison in NSW
It arrived yesterday thank you so much! The residents really enjoy reading them.
Anonymous, from a prison in the ACT
I enjoy reading the publications in your paper, it is a great idea and a lot of the stories are extremely relatable and remind me that I am not alone. It is helpful to hear a lot of people across the nation are facing similar battles, including the revolving door with incarceration.... Thank you for reading, looking forward to your next issue, hopefully some of my work makes the cut!
Stephen, from a prison in Australia
I like reading this paper and what people have to say.
David, from a prison in NSW
The paper continues to be enjoyed and promoted by me and others.
Morgan, donor
Amazing work!
Jackson, from a prison in QLD
About Time can help others relate to stories or cope and could possibly help others think more positive.
Jonathan, donor
Keep up the fight.
Wolverine, from a prison in QLD
I would like to let you all know I really love your paper, and the intentions behind it. Keep up the great work.
I have only ever written one poem, but it came out pretty well so I’d like to share with y’all.
Andrew, from a prison in TAS
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to write to you guys. Once I’ve got my course completed, I will write again about what we need out there in the community to stay out of this place.
David, from a prison in NSW
Thank you and congratulations on the publication of the national prisoner's newspaper, "About Time".
Your initiative is offering many the "therapy" necessary to earn back self-respect and enabling them to choose to find a purpose for good, while they make their amends during their incarceration.
They say: "The pen is mightier than the sword". To see their contributions in print will be the first time for some that they have been "heard" and may enable them with respect to transform their lives - to honestly rehabilitate.
The paper is well-read and discussed. The smiles on faces knowing some of the contributors is encouraging.
Thea, donor
Absolutely loving your work, as a criminal defence lawyer it's so refreshing to see people curious and caring about prisoners.
Vanessa, from a prison in WA
To About Time,
I only just discovered the prison newspaper last month in April 2026. I spent all day reading and sharing the newspaper here at Melaleuca Women’s Prison. I had only just begun writing again since getting incarcerated this year in January.
When I found out about About Time I was excited to be able to write in to the national prison newspaper. At the time I had no idea what to write. I wanted to enter the writing competition but the subject “Food For Thought”, is one of my least favourite food sayings!
So I was a little put off and tried a couple attempts to write something about it, not succeeding in my attempts. I do look forward to reading some of the submitted written work of others and possibly hope to enter into the next writing competition!
Jonathan, from a prison in VIC
Hello Editors,
Once again, I offer congratulations for your May edition.
As always, thanks for your continued valuable publishing and I look forward to your next edition.
Marley, from a prison in QLD
Thanks for the correspondence, the comments are appreciated as it meant a lot to express a troubled percentage of my life; it was relieving to define these problems along with solutions, thanks for the opportunity to use your stage.
Wayne, donor
Good morning, I just heard the interview on ABC radio national. Congratulations in what you are doing.
Shaun, from a prison in NSW
Thank you for your work publishing this paper. I enjoy reading and it has been a source of positivity and help for me since entering custody.
Mark, from a prison in VIC
About Time reminds me that I'm not alone in the prison. I'm human just like you. It allows community to exist outside of individual prisons. It gives varied opinions, even people who disagree with each other. It's refreshing. It gave me something to do that feels important. I have a voice.
Mitchell, from a prison in QLD
First I’d like to express my appreciation and I just wish to say thanks with all my heart, being, soul, spirit and being.
Mitty Williams, Trustee, The Kimberley Foundation, WA
Just want to thank you for sending me that copy of the newspaper a while back. I found it fascinating reading and so good to be reading it in paper form.
Bray, from a prison in NSW
I appreciate your time and I love your paper and its content.
Krista, donor
We heard about you on ABC and were struck but what a great project this is. A very deserving population for this work to impact.
Daz, donor
Keep up the great work guys
Daniel, from a prison in NSW
Thank you for your wonderful newspaper. It brings happiness to so many prisoners like me who made an error in judgement and wish this nightmare was over.
Abdullah, from a prison in NSW
Love that yous are doing what you can to provide something for us all to read and pass the time.
Weena, from a prison in NSW
It's great to read other people's stories and articles. Also, I find excellent advice and experiences are much the same as my journey throughout prison, in and out.
Storm, from a prison in VIC
The few that have gotten a copy are really pleased with it (including myself) though and look forward to seeing more issues from you in the future. As well as sending you some contributions. Keep up the great work, thank you and we will keep you updated on any progress with its distribution.
Staff Member, from a prison in NSW
I gave paper copies of AT out to inmates with tablets today, and got a round of applause for it. One guy said it’s the best thing anyone has done for them, so yes please, keep them coming. I will promote it internally. Inmates said it was like being reconnected with the world again.
Lee, from a prison in NSW
Firstly, let me say, only recently discovered your publication while flicking through the resources on my tablet but have now gone through and read all the back issues available.. it's fantastic and look forward to its release each month. Again, love your work, keep it up and keep on smiling.
Damian, from a prison in QLD
Dear About Time Editor,
Please feel free to edit this letter to better suit your newspaper and readers. I just want to do my part to make someone else’s life a little better.
Joe, from a prison in VIC
Principally I write to extend feedback - re: your monthly paper. I must say that it was with more than the usual measuring spoon of interest that most here welcomed its arrival. Upon finding it in our respective mailboxes, it caused a stir. A tad like the discovery of gold in Ballarat: a freakin buzz!
Some leafed the pages; quietly absorbed by its content. Whilst some flocked together like a monochrome-green flamboyance of flamingos chortling approbation for the contents therein. A small, tidy group o Indigenous fellas loudly (and proudly!) celebrated the inclusion of the artwork of a dear friend of mine Chris at the top right corner of page 11. In short, conversation thrived! The overall reaction across the board: favourable!
Could it be I'm 'reading' too much into it, if you'll pardon the intended pun? Nay, say I. For the reason is simple. For most of us, About-Time rekindles the hearth flames of hope…. And solidarity.
Concurrently - albeit more tactfully - it served as a semi-tabloid sized platform some many choose to use as a way of expressing the beauty they've shielded within since time immemorial. This beauty, be it an artistic or linguistics, or even just humanistic, will finally sprout from the nutrient-poor soil of imprisonment like a tentative sapling (craving the warmth of yellow sunshine on its budding, little leaves).
A 'green' clothed sapling that can now reach toward the azure skies of better expression; ethical tolerance; and more meaningful connection with life and love.
As one of the two peer educators, I interact with dozens of inmates daily. Without reservations, I can say your paper has had a positive influence on all and sundry. And that's tickety-boo!! Quite soon, I imagine you'll be navigating a metaphorical diluvial flood of correspondence into all areas of expression you graciously invite feedback and/or input.
If you would be so kind as to grant me a little leeway in sending you an occasional short story, or a poem, or even an observational anecdote: then I'd be totes chuffed!
Staff member, from a prison in NSW
Thank you for sending this newspaper to the residents here, they have arrived and as always there has been a positive response.
Belly, from a prison in QLD
Congratulations on your 12th issue. One year seems so fast when you look back on it. I look forward to each and every issue, thanks again.
Subscriber
Thanks for the publication, it is very impressive.
Kian, from a prison in QLD
About Time gives me a positive outlook and makes me feel I can be a better version of me. I read it for emotional reasons because others feel the same as me. Because I can relate to them.
David, from a prison in NSW
Again, congratulations to you and your staff for "About Time". I am so impressed.
Belly, from a prison in QLD
Thanks again for the great content in the March 2025 issue.
Laura, donor
Keep up the amazing work Rosie and crew.
Maurice, donor
Continue the great work – you make a real difference.
Danielle, from a prison in QLD
Here is some feedback for About Time – it's absolutely positive! From my first introduction to issue 2 or 3 I looked forward to the next edition. Arriving here I followed up with an officer who ensured copies were available to us.
Garth, from a prison in QLD
I really liked the Bits & Pieces section – more of that would be great.
Could you please include more two-person games or activities we can do in our cells when locked in?
Is there any possibility of starting a pen pal system, where people can write in and be connected with others?
I'd love to see articles on how to write better – anything to help us improve.
Thanks for the paper – it's something a lot of us look forward to.
Luke, from a prison in TAS
I'd like to thank you's so much for all your time and effort – you's all do a great job with preparing the About Time articles.
Karie, from a prison in QLD
Keep up the good work. The girls enjoy reading your paper.
Just thought I'd send in some words of I guess comfort to those having a hard time.
Kelly, from a prison in NSW
Thank you for your continued hard work to put together such an amazing magazine for all inmates, and may Peace, love and happiness touch everyone.
Tim, from a prison in VIC
I have read every one of your newspapers from the start and always look forward to the next one. Thanks for the good work.
Nathan, from a prison in TAS
Since receiving your paper it’s great to be aware and see the similar patterns in prisons and how we can make a better environment.
Brilliant, fabulous, fantastic, awesome About Time.
Jonathan, from a prison in VIC
I offer congratulations once again for your July edition and there were several articles which many blokes took notice. I hope they use the info they chose and put it to good use.
Thanks again for your continued publication. Keep up the good work.
Darren, from a prison in QLD
I am a first time reader and as the title says yes it’s about time that a news letter/paper has been published congrats on that. I am hoping to become a regular contributor to your paper.
Subscriber
I have just recently subscribed to your paper. On receiving the digital version of “The Mother’s Day Special Edition,” I listened to the interview with Nightlife ABC – ‘Meet the Publisher of Australia’s Only Prison Paper.’
*Joseph Friedman came across as very passionate and knowledgeable. I was most interested to hear what he had to say in relation to “reversing the presumption of bail laws” and that almost half of people in Australia’s prisons are in remand not convicted of a sentence.
I started to do some further inquiry as to what this meant and it all started to make sense.
I, family, closest friends and most importantly my partner have all been at a loss as to why it was so difficult to get bail. Joseph with his interview, has just shed light on this tonight, with his comment on the reverse presumption of bail laws.
As this has had such a profound effect on me. It may give those in this situation and their families fighting for bail a greater understanding and better informed consent when considering application for bail.
P.S. Lastly I really value your paper, even as a supportive family member on the outside. Especially the above interview I have just talked about and the Kairos Outside for Women advertisement as I was able to reach out to the ministry and will attend a weekend later in the month.*
Caroline, donor
Good work – very needed.
Daniel, from a prison in VIC
Firstly I love your paper & a big thank you for putting it out for the prison population!
Todd, prison in VIC
To the publishers of About Time newspaper,
Thanks to all the opportunities the paper brings to prisoners.
Johnny, from a prison in VIC
Thank you for your newspapers, you do a fantastic job of being entertaining as well as resourceful.
Subscriber
I wanted to mention that I work with guys transitioning back into the community after being in prison and the everyone absolutely loves the paper – so thanks for all the great work.
Grant, from a prison in NSW
I'll finish by saying I absolutely love the paper. Thanks to everyone involved.
Michael, from a prison in VIC
First of all I would like to say I look forward to and appreciate your monthly newspaper very much, as do many other prisoners nationwide. A big massive congratulations on your 2 year birthday and going national, everyone involved deserves a standing ovation (all involved and prisoners nationwide as everyone is a contributor and as they say, (EVERY ONES A WINNER). I hope I can contribute one day in some way and once again thank you for your newspaper.
Byron, from a prison in QLD
I have attached a submission for the “Writing Challenge”. This has inspired me to write a full story so my submission is the first chapter of my book.
I thank you for the opportunity you guys offer prisoners to express there creativity!
Rebecca, from a prison in QLD
Thank you to all who created 'About Time' and for making it work. I am a deaf prisoner who is quite isolated within isolation. I miss out on small talks such as what other prisoners are really feeling to bigger things such as how to make a complaint against case notes. Deaf Services has been trying to fight to bring tablets in for deaf prisoners in Queensland and it's good to see that the government is slowly introducing tablets into some prisons and that tablets may be possible for deaf prisoners in the future. The newspaper is like a light at the end of a tunnel. Thank you.
LM, donor
Thank you! I spread the word About Time when I can.
Andrew, from a prison in NSW
I'm a big fan of your magazine/newspaper and I look forward to it each month. I enjoy reading things written by other inmates like myself across the country.
Ollie, from a prison in QLD
This is the first time we have seen your newspaper, I found it informative and entertaining.
Staff Member, from a prison in NSW
The June addition has arrived and has been distributed. The ladies were all reading it and some are now contacting Women’s Advocacy Service from the article, just some recognition of what your paper does to get the word out about amazing new services. Thank you.
Dayle, donor
Thank you, keep up the good work. From a supporter x
Oliver, from a prison in VIC
Thanks for your newspaper and printing our lives that hopefully are read by people who can make a difference. Thank you also for the encouraging articles, and inspiring us to write pieces like this one, for the short story competition. Hopefully this is the first of many time I can positively contribute.
Subscriber
Love your work. I work in AOD and love bringing in your newspaper. The people who use the service look forward to its arrival and we always end up having great chats whilst reading through the paper together.
