Over 116,000 marriages were registered in Australia during 2007, according to new figures released yesterday by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This is the highest number of marriages … [Read more...]
Getting to Yes: Negotiating an Agreement Without Giving In
Negotiating is a way of life for the majority of us. Whether we’re at work, at home or simply going out, we want to participate in the decisions that affect us. Nowadays, hardly anyone gets through … [Read more...]
Community calls for action on pay equity
The majority of Australians believe that the gender pay gap needs to be addressed, according to a new survey released on Friday. The Auspoll survey of more than 3,000 people targeted business … [Read more...]
Women need to talk it up in the workplace says behavioural expert
According to leading U.S Behavioral Scientist Shannon L. Goodson employees must learn to “toot their own horn” if they want a promotion or pay rise. Goodson, who spoke to Australian Women Online … [Read more...]
Small company named ‘Recommended Employer’ by the Australian Business Awards
Wavelength International, an Australian medical recruitment and migration company with just 40 employees, has been named as a 'Recommended Employer' by the prestigious Australian Business Awards - … [Read more...]
Author Reveals The 61 Secrets of Fame
Author and US media personality David Seaman details in a new book, Dirty Little Secrets of Buzz, how anyone can become the mainstream media's latest flavour of the month. In Dirty Little Secrets of … [Read more...]
Travel Tips for Women Traveling Alone
As a woman, sometimes traveling on your own can be a little daunting, so why not consider joining a group tour. Depending on the type of tour you choose, you will be able to maintain your personal … [Read more...]
Risky Business: why 50% of business mergers fail
Around half of all business mergers are classified as unsuccessful in terms of “benefits realisation” and yet proposed large-scale mergers in the retail banking sector show that businesses are not … [Read more...]
Online therapy beneficial in treating mental health problems
Online therapy can be just as effective as face-to-face treatment for treating mental health problems such as social phobia, panic disorder and depression, and takes a third of the therapist’s time, a … [Read more...]
Indigenous Business wants share of Ayres Rock Resort
An indigenous company with strong links to cultural tourism wants to buy a share of Ayers Rock Resort and run it for the benefit of communities in central Australia. Wana Ungkunytja (WU), set up in … [Read more...]
World Contraception Day
World Contraception Day is a worldwide campaign supported by a number of family planning Non Governmental Organisations aiming to raise awareness of contraception and the need to reduce the high … [Read more...]
Soul Therapy in Nepal
I am a girl who loves adventure and the great outdoors, but I equally crave the finer things in life, so when I decided to take up the challenge of trekking to Everest Base Camp in Nepal earlier this … [Read more...]
Former Gold Coast recruitment company fined over predatory conduct
The behaviour of a former Gold Coast recruitment company which underpaid staff has been labelled as predatory conduct by the Federal Magistrate’s Court. Star Human Resources Management … [Read more...]
Angus & Robertson launches the first in-store Print on Demand book machine in Australia
Angus & Robertson, Central Book Services and On Demand Books has announced the launch of the first Espresso Book Machine (EBM) in Australia to be installed in a retail environment. The machine is … [Read more...]
Super funds recognise same-sex partners
Most not-for-profit super funds already recognise the rights of same-sex partners in regards to death benefit payouts, according to a survey by the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees. In … [Read more...]
Welcome home to our Aussie Paralympic heroes
The largest ever Australian Paralympic Team to compete abroad returned to our shores on Saturday with 79 medals, including 23 gold. Minister for Sport and Youth, Kate Ellis, and Parliamentary … [Read more...]
Work-life balance the number one factor in retaining staff
New research shows that work-life balance is the key factor in attracting and retaining staff and is even more important than salary. With unemployment in Australia at record lows and skills … [Read more...]
National push for women into senior management positions
The Australian local government sector has designated 2010 as the Year of Women in Local Government to celebrate and promote the advancement of women into senior management positions. The announcement … [Read more...]
A laugh a day makes employees stay
Having a good laugh at work can do wonders for a person’s job satisfaction, according to Swinburne University of Technology researcher Maren Rawlings. In a recent study, the psychologist found that … [Read more...]
Herbs and hot flushes
How do you cope with hot flushes and other uncomfortable menopausal symptoms if you can’t, (or don’t want to) use conventional therapy options? Like thousands of other women you may be turning to the … [Read more...]
Flexible Work Choices for Executives
Former Hudson CEO Anne Hatton and former George Patterson Managing Director Jane Neale (pictured) have combined to establish Hattonneale, a business and executive search consultancy that bridges the … [Read more...]
Navy says ‘Save Us from the Village People’
Tired of being associated with the eighties anthem "In the Navy" by the Village People, the Australian Navy has launched a competition to create an inspiring new Navy anthem. The Navy Song Battle … [Read more...]
Her Father’s Legacy
After the death of respected Australian playwright and author Alex Buzo in 2006, his daughter, Australian actress Emma Buzo (pictured), took on the role of custodian of her father's work. Emma Buzo … [Read more...]
What to do if a loved one has a stroke
Would you know what to do if a loved one was having a stroke? During National Stroke Week (15 – 20 September) St John is urging people to complete a St John Senior First Aid course as strokes affect … [Read more...]
It’s Wildflower Season in WA
I have had the pleasure of seeing some of the best wild flowers in Western Australia so I'd like to share where you can see them too. Drive to Dalwallinu (2.5hrs) north east of Perth on the Great … [Read more...]
Safe and Green Cleaning
With more people turning to natural alternatives, Janese Botham and her husband Larry have launched a range of non-toxic, plant-based cleaning products that are as effective as traditional household … [Read more...]
BusinessWeek Launches “Business Exchange”
BusinessWeek announced today the public launch of Business Exchange, an innovative online offering that aims to better serve the evolving information needs of business professionals. Users can … [Read more...]
Meet the Boss: changing the way we do business
A new website is being launched for the financial services community, and it stands to change the way executives communicate, forever. MeettheBoss.com membership reads like an industry who's who. … [Read more...]
Help your man to dress to impress
First impressions are everything. Believe it or not, in the first 5 seconds your image influences the people you meet. Within the first 30 seconds people will make judgments about you, based on what … [Read more...]
Federal Government Reimbursement for Breast Prostheses
The Federal Government will roll-out a program that will help cancer survivors with the cost of new and replacement breast prostheses. The medical community today welcomed the long-awaited … [Read more...]
Cost of going green too high for Australians
Australians are unwilling to trade their lifestyle for the environment. A 17-country green study conducted by market intelligence group TNS found that cost is one of our greatest barriers to adopting … [Read more...]
Top Environmentally Friendly Travel Tips
Climate change and the need to reduce greenhouse emissions is now a key concern in all aspects of our daily lives. In addition to energy use, one of the biggest areas we can reduce emissions is … [Read more...]
The best-selling ‘4 Ingredients’ recipe book is now on TV
The LifeStyle Channel’s exclusive new local production is based on the bestselling, self-published recipe book, 4 INGREDIENTS. This is a series for anyone who has ever asked…What am I going to cook … [Read more...]
Natural Herbal Medicine Week
Coping with stress is a common problem contributing to many of today’s health challenges. As part of a major event in the Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens naturopath, Catherine Major, will talk on the … [Read more...]
Day for Daniel will go Australia-wide
Daniel Morcombe is missing, feared abducted and murdered. He disappeared on 7 December 2003 while waiting to catch a bus on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. He was 12 days away from his 14th … [Read more...]
The gap between rich and poor can make you sick
The toxic combination of poor social policies, unfair economic arrangements and bad politics means that a majority of people in the world do not enjoy good health, according to a new report being … [Read more...]
States can do better in attracting decent jobs
State and territory governments need to have greater accountability when it comes to offering investment incentives to employers, says experts at Melbourne Law School’s Centre for Employment and … [Read more...]
First Regional University for Women in Asia
The Asian University for Women (AUW) is being established as a leading institution of higher learning for women from across Asia. Located in Chittagong, Bangladesh and master-planned by the renowned … [Read more...]
Get Optimum Fuel Efficiency out of your car
There is a standard list of things every driver should do in an effort to improve fuel efficiency. Saving on petrol is not just in the type of car you own, but in how you drive it and how you maintain … [Read more...]
The National Library celebrates 40 years by the lake
The National Library of Australia celebrates the 40th anniversary of the opening of its iconic building with a series of special events today, Monday 25 August. With its elegant classical lines, the … [Read more...]
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