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‘I had a heart attack at 33. It made me question what difference I’d made in the world’ Busi Faulkner Source:Sbs When I left Zimbabwe to come to Australia, I had greener pastures in mind. I wanted a different life for myself, more opportunities, and to start a family. I remember after being approved for my working visa as a registered nurse, excitement overcame me; this was it, I was finally able to make the leap! When I arrived in Australia, I had not travelled a great deal before and was shocked by the reaction to my skin. People would stare at me in the streets, even touch me! It was 2004 and I was confused; I had never experienced anything like this before. ...