Australia’s number one dating site, RSVP.com.au has launched a new relationship matching service for single Australians who are serious about meeting compatible partners and finding a long term … [Read more...]
Ten Consumer Trends for 2010
From 'urban pride' to 'forced sustainability', according to trendwatching.com, even cautious consumers will crave pragmatic or exciting innovations in 2010. 1. BUSINESS AS UNUSUAL: When the downturn … [Read more...]
What’s on around the country on Australia Day 2010
One of the great traditions of Australia Day is its citizenship ceremonies and around the country, more than 16,000 people from around the world will become Australians citizens at more than 300 … [Read more...]
Finalists for the Australian of the Year Award 2010
There are four finalists in each award category in each State and Territory. All State and Territory award recipients will become finalists for the national awards, which will be announced on 25 … [Read more...]
Toddler almost drowns in wheelie bin
Kidsafe Victoria has issued a warning to parents over the high level of drowning risk to toddlers in homes storing water in buckets or wheelie bins. The warning comes following the near drowning of a … [Read more...]
Avatar is number one movie of all time at the Australian Box Office
AVATAR has smashed TITANIC’S long standing record at the Australian box office, to become the number one film of all time. Taking just 22 days to break the previous 12 year record for TITANIC which … [Read more...]
Best and Worst Celebrity Couples of the Decade
The breakup of Tim Robbins and Susan Sarandon was a bitter ending to a decade fraught with numerous divorce and cheating scandals and sparse golden couples in Tinseltown. Over the years, there have … [Read more...]
Coffee and Tea could provide protection against Diabetes
Researchers at The George Institute in Sydney have discovered that high consumption of coffee and tea is associated with a substantially reduced risk of type 2 diabetes. Lead author, Associate … [Read more...]
Health experts say low carb beer misleads consumers
The Alcohol Policy Coalition is calling on the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) to address the need for factual alcohol labelling in response to a rise in misleading health claims, such as … [Read more...]
Too much physical activity may lead to Arthritis
According to research in the United States, middle-aged men and women who engage in high levels of physical activity may be unknowingly causing damage to their knees and increasing their risk for … [Read more...]
Healthier outlook for expectant mothers
Researchers in Sydney have made a scientific breakthrough with preeclampsia, a serious medical condition that effects up to 10% of expectant mothers in Australia. The discovery reinforces the theory … [Read more...]
Hottest 100 Female Songs of All Time
According to a national poll, the hottest female song of all time as voted by Australian Internet users, is Aretha’s Franklin’s Respect. Creators of the Hummingbird 100 Hottest Female Songs said the … [Read more...]
Australia’s first all abilities playground opens in Sydney
When Sydney children of all ages and abilities were finally able to play side-by-side thanks to the opening of Livvi’s Place, Australia's very first all abilities playground, actor and father of 8, … [Read more...]
The Variety Santa Fun Run
Variety Children's Charities is hoping to take the first step towards breaking the world record Santa Run, while starting a new Christmas tradition that will see thousands of people in Santa suits run … [Read more...]
Small business tax calendar
Remembering your tax obligations on top of running your business can be difficult. To help you, the Tax Office has developed an easy-to-use computer tool that will help you plan and manage your tax … [Read more...]
New benchmarks to help small business meet tax obligations
The Tax Office has released more than 50 new benchmarks to help small businesses meet their tax obligations. You can use the new benchmarks to compare your performance against industry averages to … [Read more...]
Bonus for Employers Hiring Apprentices
Are you considering taking on an apprentice? Then you may be eligible for the government’s new Apprentice Kickstart Bonus. Between 1 December 2009 and 28 February 2010, employers who take on a young … [Read more...]
New Website for IT Recruitment
Fairfax Media in Australia and CBS Interactive have joined forces to develop itjobs.com.au – a dynamic new website dedicated to IT recruitment. Fairfax Media is the largest integrated metropolitan, … [Read more...]
A Resource for Men Supporting Women with Breast Cancer
The National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre will launch a free audio resource to help men across Australia to deal with the emotional and practical challenges of being there for a loved one facing … [Read more...]
Hire a Witch to Cast a Spell on Your Behalf
Need to retrieve a lover, get even with the person who stole your promotion at work, or do a little Voodoo on the woman who flirts outrageously with your hubby? Maybe you're in need of a little … [Read more...]
Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel Wins 2009 Man Booker Prize
Hilary Mantel (pictured) has been named the winner of the £50,000 Man Booker Prize for Fiction for her novel Wolf Hall, published by Fourth Estate. Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel was picked from a … [Read more...]
Because I am a Girl: The State of the World’s Girls 2009
Popular television personality, Zoe Naylor, has joined leading Sydney designer Genevieve Er and successful Australian business identities to celebrate the global launch of the most comprehensive … [Read more...]
Lifting the Lid on Australia’s Top CFO’s
Specialist recruitment firm Robert Half has launched the CFO Masters Series; an online video series that features personal and professional insights from some of Australia’s leading Chief Financial … [Read more...]
Women Media Networks Launches in Asia Pacific Region
Women Media Networks (WMN) is a new not-for-profit media organization that is creating a regional network to empower women and help them realize their full potential. WMN will launch in the … [Read more...]
Having a baby and the career you want too
With the announcement of paid parental leave coming into force in early 2011, Australia’s leading gender diversity expert, Maureen Frank, has released my mentor – parental leave a practical guide for … [Read more...]
Singles Play Russian Roulette with Sex
Aussie singles know about condoms, but when it comes to talking about birth control, they don’t raise the topic, according to research completed in July 2009, involving 1,000 women and men aged 18 to … [Read more...]
Social Networking Site for those Interested in Genealogy
MyHeritage.com is a social network for families with a focus on genealogy. It’s a platform which you and your family can make a ‘home’ online; sharing a family tree, photos, video material, memories … [Read more...]
The Man Booker Prize 2009 Shortlist Announced
A S Byatt, J M Coetzee, Adam Foulds, Hilary Mantel, Simon Mawer and Sarah Waters are the shortlisted authors for the 2009 Man Booker Prize for Fiction. The shortlist was announced by Chair of judges … [Read more...]
Women Face Tough Choices When Deciding to Have Children
A new survey¹ has confirmed the dilemma women face, over when to have kids. This has prompted relationships expert Anne Hollonds to urge women, especially younger ones, to plan ahead, take action to … [Read more...]
Stolen Generations Assistance Line for NSW and ACT Launched
The newly incorporated Stolen Generations Council of NSW & ACT has established a telephone “Assistance and Referral service” for NSW and ACT members of the Stolen Generations. This service is to be … [Read more...]
Education for Women in Franchising
Women in Franchising (WIF), an initiative of the Franchise Council of Australia, and Westpac have partnered together to provide more education on business matters for women in the franchising … [Read more...]
Book Extract: The Eight Qualities of a Wealthy Woman by Suze Orman
This is an extract from the Australian Edition of 'Women & Money' by Suze Orman. A wealthy woman absolutely has money, but she also has happiness, courage, balance, and harmony. A wealthy woman … [Read more...]
Adjusting to a New Boss
The market is changing, many companies are reassessing headcount and as a result we’ve seen mass redundancies in recent months. With redundancy comes opportunity, many professionals will secure new … [Read more...]
Free Information and Resources for Job Seekers
The recently-launched www.careerfaqs.com.au provides over 3000 web pages of valuable, up-to-date resources for Australian job seekers facing the considerable challenges of rising unemployment and … [Read more...]
Médecins Sans Frontières – Doctors Without Borders
Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) is an international, independent, medical-humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, … [Read more...]
Donate to the Australian Conservation Foundation
The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) is committed to inspiring people to achieve a healthy environment for all Australians. For over 40 years ACF have been a strong voice for the environment, … [Read more...]
What’s New in Tax for 2009
Tax time is a stressful time for many people and there are a number of changes in the 2009 tax return they will need to be aware of as they plan their 2009 tax return. H&R Block have prepared the … [Read more...]
Young Australians are reluctant to the leave the Nest
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, more than ever before, young Australians are living longer with their parents. The ABS has also revealed that more young Australians are working on a … [Read more...]
Increased Role for Women in Agriculture
A new survey has found that farm wives are becoming increasingly involved in the financial aspects of running the family farm. According to the quarterly AgScan by Solutions Marketing and Research, … [Read more...]
People from Asia Pacific Region wanted for new TV Series in Australia
MY AUSTRALIA looks at Australia through the eyes of people from the Asia‐Pacific region who are studying or living here. Each week they will undertake a new activity to find out more about Australia … [Read more...]
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