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About

Leia Vlahos

I am an experienced and published journalist interested in human interest stories and the impact societal issues have on Australia. My goal is to contribute to the journalism industry and wider community with meaningful reporting to fulfil my passion of educational and authentic storytelling. I believe well-told journalism is the heart of Australian society to ensure accountability, community, understanding and empathy. In 2026, I fulfilled the roles of Chief Sub-Editor of On the Record and Deputy and Features Editor of On Dit.

Highlighted Articles

The next wave of nicotine isn’t something you smoke

The next wave of nicotine isn’t something you smoke

The next wave of nicotine isn’t something you smoke

(Image: George Vlahos) By Leia Vlahos Alex Smith* is in his early 20s, enjoying his Friday night off with a few pints in a dingy bar just off Hindley Street in Adelaide’s CBD. Fairy lights illuminate his face as he places a small pouch between his gum and upper lip. He smiles through this discreet action: any onlookers could’ve missed it with a blink. Ten minutes later, Smith is riddled with side effects he didn’t want: nausea, burning of the gums, and tingles in his fingers.

Leia Vlahos

May 2110 min read

My professional portfolio

On the Record

Boats, bikies and backbenchers — Tung Ngo reflects on his journey to parliament

Tung Ngo has been a member of South Australia’s Legislative Council for over ten years. Before this, he spent his time sleepwalking, battling real pirates, challenging racism, and, at 22, becoming the first Vietnamese-born person to be elected to local government in Australia.

ABC News

Mount Lofty Ranges koala population boom risks starvation, study finds

A new study has found the koala population living in Adelaide's Mount Lofty Ranges is at an unsustainable level and could lead to starvation and death. Researchers suggest 22 per cent of female koalas in the area to be sterilised annually to stabilise the population.

On the Record

Greek youth bridge religious divide

A new local not-for-profit has emerged amid cultural division and controversy. The Greek Youth of South Australia group aims to reconnect Hellenic Adelaidians with their heritage and culture.

On the Record

Review: Bring Her Back

After Talk to Me’s whopping success, South Australian directors Danny and Michael Philippou nail their signature “little sibling horror” trope with their latest film, Bring Her Back.

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On the Record

Periods don’t pause for music: the struggles of menstruating at a music festival

Most music festivals in Australia are an all-day event. Tampons shouldn’t be left in over eight hours. There are no sanitary bins in the toilets. What are menstruating attendees left to do?

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