an aspiring journalist + writer

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Everyone has a story, and I like to write them.

Currently studying a B. Law/Politics and Journalism, I am a student with a passion for uncovering stories that matter. From breaking news to in-depth features, I bring clarity, curiosity, and journalistic integrity to every piece I write. With a plethora of experience in reporting, writing, and digital media, I’ve contributed to numerous projects, both individually, and collaboratively with Central News.

Whether on a deadline or deep in research, I thrive on the pursuit of truth and the power of storytelling.

Sport . Politics . Feature . Broadcast . Investigative

One of my most central values is my desire to give back to the community in a positive way. Causes that are close to my heart include educational awareness, humanitarian issues, and cases involving children

Some of my contributions include:

• UNICEF Spokesperson
• Rotary Club International Spokesperson
• World Vision Fundraiser
• Destinys Rescue Fundraiser
• Beyond Blue Fundraiser
• Kookaburra Kidz Fundraiser
• A Start in Life Fundraiser

Extracurriculars

• Student council
• Debate team
• Young Liberal Party Member
• Peer Support Program (Mentor)

Distinguished High Achiever

This prestigious award is presented to NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) students who achieve outstanding results of Band 6 or equivalent and placing in the top ranks of a course across the state. It recognises academic excellence, dedication, and top performance in one or more HSC subjects.

St. Patricks College Sutherland (2024)

Distinction Average

University of Technology, Sydney

Pope Francis Award

Danebank Anglican School for Girls (2019)

"Helena was an undergraduate student in my Citizenship and Communication classes at the University of Technology, Sydney during the first semester of 2025. As her tutor in this subject, I would rate Helena Ristevski’s overall performance as superior.

Based on my observations, Helena is a person of very good character – polite and easy-going, but also confident in the face of challenges. In our written assessments, Helena demonstrated excellent writing skills and the ability to articulate ideas in a clear yet sophisticated manner.

During our final project for the subject, Helena also demonstrated outstanding presentation skills, delivering a confident and engaging presentation.

Based on Helena Ristevski’s grades, attendance and class participation, I would highly recommend her.”

- Dr Luis E. Quintão Guerra

Casual Academic | UTS FASS. School of Communication

" Helena Ristevski is a valuable and hardworking part of our student group at UTS. She is punctual, attentive and inquisitive. Confident and collaborative, too. She received one of the highest grades of the entire year in her final assignment. A high mark was well-deserved. 

Helena has been consistently industrious and a real asset to the class, and the university. I would highly recommend her."

- Phil Mercer

Tutor, Media Law & Ethics | UTS FASS. School of Communication

" Helena Ristevski was a student of mine at UTS in the Journalism school.

She was an excellent participant in our tutorials and grasped the fundamentals of the subject matter.

Her assignments were all above the expected level of students in her cohort and she ended the subject with a solid Distinction mark.

Her work ethic, of balancing the university work with external commitments was noteworthy.

I wish her well in future endeavours."

- Stephen Dettre

Tutor, News Now | UTS FASS. School of Communication