The federal government has proposed several initiatives which aim to take a more socially-inclusive approach to help address the complex issues faced by many Muslim Australians. These initiatives … [Read more...]
Free breakfast to give Australian school kids a good start to the day
A surprisingly high number of Australian children regularly skip breakfast – 25 per cent*. Going to school hungry can greatly affect kids’ behaviour and ability to learn. Studies have also shown that … [Read more...]
Introducing solid foods too early may be harmful to baby’s health
Spoon feeding babies pureed food is unnatural and unnecessary and could lead to health problems such as obesity, constipation and babies becoming 'picky eaters' says Gill Rapley, deputy Director of … [Read more...]
International outrage at harp seal killings
Ottawa, Canada – 10 March 2008 Canada’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has outrage conservationists around the world by setting the total allowable catch (TAC) for harp seals well above … [Read more...]
Australia’s first carbon-neutral cremations
South Australia’s largest cemetery will offer carbon-neutral cremations and burials as part of plans to offset carbon emissions for its entire operations. Centennial Park’s carbon-offset scheme is … [Read more...]
A Chief Nurse for Australia
The Australian Government will establish a new position of Commonwealth Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer (CNMO) in recognition of the vital role nurses play in our health system. The CNMO will be a … [Read more...]
Celebrating dedicated women aid workers on International Women’s Day
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Oxfam Australia will celebrate its women aid workers who have dedicated their lives to ending human poverty and suffering in some of the world’s poorest … [Read more...]
Small business suits women
Women are better managers of money than their male business counterparts, better prepared in business and prefer to work for themselves, according to research released today by Westpac. Women are … [Read more...]
Female entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in regional Australia
New research commissioned by Westpac shows the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and kicking in women who live in regional Australia. Women in regional areas are prepared to take the plunge and start a … [Read more...]
International Women’s Day 2008: speaking up and standing together for gender equality
Special Guest Writer Elizabeth Broderick, Sex Discrimination Commissioner and Commissioner responsible for Age Discrimination When I was appointed as the federal Sex Discrimination Commissioner in … [Read more...]
New Child Support Scheme
The Child Support Agency (CSA) has released detailed information about the new Child Support Scheme, which commences on 1 July 2008. In a statement released to the media, the General Manager of the … [Read more...]
Australian couple break world record for low-carbon emissions
John and Helen Taylor drove around Australia in their Peugeot 308 HDi, breaking two Guinness World Records – “Round Australia Diesel Economy World Record”, and the overall “Round Australia World Fuel … [Read more...]
Australian women will pop the question today!
Aussie men, brace yourselves for a lady literally falling at your feet on 29 February! One in five women (20%) think a leap year is the only acceptable time for a lady to pop the question – whilst 27% … [Read more...]
Pressures on working families linked to low fertility rates
The release of a new study, Fertility and Family Policy in Australia, reveals ongoing pressures on working families are preventing many women from having children or large families. In her response … [Read more...]
UK considering ban on people who illegally download music and movies on the Internet
In a move which is bound to generate much debate and more than a little anger on the world wide web, the United Kingdom are considering a proposal which will terminate the Internet access of those who … [Read more...]
24 Hour Unplanned Pregnancy and Sexual Health Hotline
Marie Stopes International have launched a 24 hour hotline to provide Australians with free advice and support for unplanned pregnancy and sexual health issues. “When women are faced with an … [Read more...]
Katherine Sampson and Healthy Habits
I first saw the name Katherine Sampson on the cover of My Business magazine. The founder and Managing Director of Healthy Habits, a chain of nutritious sandwich bars was positively beaming on the … [Read more...]
Australian scientist honoured for cancer research
Australian born scientist Professor Elizabeth Blackburn was among five women honoured this year in international awards for science. The recipients of the 10th Annual were L'OREAL UNESCO Awards for … [Read more...]
Rachel Kayrooz: one woman can make a difference
Rachel Kayrooz, is the founder and CEO of Shout! Speak Out, a non-profit organisation for women and child survivors of domestic violence. Rachel is also in demand as a key note speaker on domestic … [Read more...]
Sidonie Carpenter: building greener cities
Sidonie Carpenter is a landscape architect and designer, and recipient of the Pratt Foundation/ISS Institute overseas fellowship. Sidonie is also the owner of two successful landscape design companies … [Read more...]
Jacqueline Richards: business consultant
Jacqueline Richards is a business consultant, mentor and founder of Ignition Business Services. Prior to establishing her own business, Jacqueline sat on the board of some of Australia's leading High … [Read more...]
Sally Healey: helping women to achieve their dreams
Sally Healey is a business consultant, counsellor, trainer, recruitment specialist and finalist for the pretigious Telstra Business Woman of the Year Award in 2000. With almost 20 years of human … [Read more...]
Lyn Prowse-Bishop: a working from home success story
Lyn Prowse-Bishop, owner of Executive Stress Office Support and founder of the new Australian Virtual Business Network. Established in February 2000, Executive Stress has clients across Australia, in … [Read more...]
Diana Williams and Fernwood Women’s Health Clubs
For a lady who inhabits the executive chair of one of Australia’s most successful franchise businesses, Diana Williams is surprisingly approachable and candid when speaking to the media. Talking with … [Read more...]
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