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Wife and Mother proves one person really can make a difference

30 January 2014 by Australian Women Online

Proving that one person can make a difference in the lives of many, carer and mother of three Brenda Fisher, has collected more than 10,000 signatures for a petition to be tabled in Federal … [Read more...]

Chrissie Swan wants you to Walk In Her Shoes

21 January 2014 by Australian Women Online

As official ambassador of CARE Australia, TV and radio personality Chrissie Swan, was the first to sign-up for the charity's 2014 Walk In Her Shoes Challenge, to help raise money and awareness for … [Read more...]

Knit these cute little Penguin Jumpers and you can Win prizes

6 January 2014 by Australian Women Online

Australia's knitters are being asked to help support the rare colony of Penguins on Victoria’s Phillip Island, by knitting little penguin jumpers for the island's wildlife rehabilitation … [Read more...]

17 year old rescues girls from child sex trafficking in Thailand

3 December 2013 by Australian Women Online

Congratulations to 17 year old Kelsey Baines who raised almost $48,000 in just one night, to help rescue girls from the child sex trade in Thailand by providing them with a stable home, education, … [Read more...]

I had two heart attacks before my 30th birthday

12 September 2013 by Karlie Burgess

Karlie Burgess (pictured) suffered her first heart attack at the tender age of 27. The blood vessels of Karlie’s heart are now supported by three stents – small metal scaffolds that open up clogged … [Read more...]

Australia’s Biggest Beauty Playground

5 September 2013 by Australian Women Online

This month Priceline Pharmacy will turn all of its 360 stores into Australia's Biggest Beauty Playground for 30 Days of Fashion and Beauty, a national campaign which brings together retailers and … [Read more...]

A Father’s Love for his Daughter wins hearts around the globe

4 September 2013 by Australian Women Online

An Australian short film celebrating the role of fathers in their daughters’ lives, has captured the hearts and minds of a global audience on the video sharing site, Vimeo. The film, ‘A Father’s … [Read more...]

Could you be the next designer of the Mother’s Day Classic bandana?

4 September 2013 by Australian Women Online

The hunt is on for a designer for next year’s Mother’s Day Classic bandana, worn by thousands of participants as they walk or run in support of breast cancer research in May. Professional and amateur … [Read more...]

Dream Week 2013: 7 Days of Hope for people living with cancer

4 September 2013 by Australian Women Online

Australian Women Online is proud to support Dream Week: 7 Days of Hope for people living with cancer, 8 - 14 September 2013. There are lots of ways you can get involved including: Go Naked Day at … [Read more...]

Social Enterprise ‘Thankyou Water’ making a Big Splash

5 August 2013 by Australian Women Online

Naïve isn’t usually a word associated with a successful entrepreneur. But for Justine Flynn, 26, co-founder of social enterprise Thankyou Water, it was her naivety and that of her two co-founders, … [Read more...]

Irene Gleeson, the grandmother dubbed Australia’s Mother Teresa, Dies at 68

23 July 2013 by Australian Women Online

Irene Gleeson, the 'grandmother' to 8,000 Ugandan children, died peacefully on Sunday afternoon in Sydney after a 14 month battle with esophageal cancer. The founder of the Irene Gleeson Foundation … [Read more...]

The MS Readthon isn’t just for Kids anymore

10 July 2013 by Australian Women Online

No matter what your age you can take part in the MS Readathon. This year, teenagers, adults and seniors are being encouraged to join primary school children, in discovering the joys of reading while … [Read more...]

Homeless Women in Australia rebuild their shattered lives

8 March 2013 by Deborah Robinson

It is estimated on any one night there are 46,000 homeless women in Australia. The largest single cause of homelessness in Australia is domestic and family violence, which mostly affects women and … [Read more...]

Thousands of Women cross Syrian border on International Women’s Day

8 March 2013 by Australian Women Online

Bushra became the one millionth registered refugee from the Syrian civil war this week. Photo: UNHCR/March 2013[/caption]Thousands of women will cross the borders of Syria on International Women's … [Read more...]

Federal Government should provide funding for girls at risk

4 March 2013 by Deborah Robinson

If the Prime Minister Julia Gillard wants to appeal to more women voters, the SISTER2sister mentoring program is just the type of initiative the Federal Government should be funding in the lead up to … [Read more...]

What’s next for My Kitchen Rules winner Jennifer Evans

7 December 2012 by Australian Women Online

Jennifer Evans has been keeping herself busy since winning the 2012 season of My Kitchen Rules with her friend Leigh Sexton. In addition to becoming a mum to three-month-old Harlow, Jennifer has set … [Read more...]

Helping disadvantaged women Dress for Success

18 November 2012 by Australian Women Online

This is a story about women helping other women. On 11 November 2012, Sydney women opened their hearts and their wallets in support of the local arm of Dress for Success, a global charity dedicated … [Read more...]

Celebrity Women Show their Support for Girls Night In 2012

25 September 2012 by Australian Women Online

Neighbours actress Gemma Pranita, Home & Away actress Rhiannon Fish, radio and television presenter Charli Robinson, Channel Nine News presenter Alison Ariotti, celebrity chef Karen Martini, Nashville … [Read more...]

Pink Golf Day

25 September 2012 by Australian Women Online

Golf clubs around Australia are invited to ‘pink up’ this October by participating in Breast Cancer Network Australia’s (BCNA) Pink Golf Day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With an … [Read more...]

Take a seat at the World’s Largest Makeup Class

12 September 2012 by Deborah Robinson

Update 21 Sept 2012: Aussies set New World Record for World’s Largest Makeup Class Priceline and Bourjois will be attempting to set a new a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest makeup class … [Read more...]

Knitters of all levels wanted to Knit for Children in Need this Winter

27 June 2012 by Australian Women Online

Each year the Guardian Angel Knitting Program encourages knitters of all levels to pick up knitting needles, hone their skills and donate their woollen creations to Australians in need. Now in it's … [Read more...]

High Tea for Habitat 2012

26 June 2012 by Australian Women Online

High Tea for Habitat is an annual event held in September every year in support of Habitat for Humanity Australia (HFHA), an independent non-profit organisation working to reduce housing poverty in … [Read more...]

Butterfly Foundation names Mrs Australia as it’s first ambassador

26 February 2012 by Deborah Robinson

The Butterfly Foundation, Australia’s leading non-government organisation representing eating disorders and body image, has announced Mrs Australia Globe 2011, Karen Gee (pictured far left), as its … [Read more...]

Last minute Christmas Gifts with Heart

20 December 2011 by Deborah Robinson

Updated 17 December 2013 When there are only a few shopping days left until Christmas, Australian consumers are flocking to local shopping centres around the country on the hunt for last minute … [Read more...]

Christmas Gifts that can change the world

13 December 2011 by Deborah Robinson

Updated 17 December 2013 By purchasing a charity gift this Christmas you are giving the most precious gift their is, 'hope' for a better world. It may sound idealistic but isn't Christmas the season … [Read more...]

‘Mo sistas’ support the men in their lives

4 November 2011 by Australian Women Online

Women are doing their bit to help men on the rocky path toward good health by volunteering as "Mo Sistas". Glenn McGrath is doing it, as is Ita Buttorse, Dick Smith and a number of other high … [Read more...]

Give an Australian Child a Good Beginning

11 May 2011 by Australian Women Online

Good Beginnings, a national charity building better outcomes for children in vulnerable communities, is calling on Australians to help build better futures for children suffering from neglect and … [Read more...]

Salvation Army launches National Red Shield Appeal 2010

28 April 2010 by Deborah Robinson

The Salvation Army launched its National 2010 Red Shield Appeal today at luncheon in Sydney. More than 500 of Sydney’s business leaders attended the event where Gail Kelly, Chief Executive Officer of … [Read more...]

ACF campaign to Save the Murray-Darling off to a good start

6 April 2010 by Deborah Robinson

After exceeding their initial target of 200 million litres of water for the Hattah Lakes wetlands, the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) is now aiming to purchase an additional 200 million … [Read more...]

Australia’s first all abilities playground opens in Sydney

25 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

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...]

Day for Daniel

14 October 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Daniel Morcombe (pictured) was abducted in December 2003 from the Keil Mountain Road overpass in Palmwoods, Queensland. Police now suspect the 14 year old was murdered. In 2005 Daniel's parents Bruce … [Read more...]

Tania McCartney Goes Sober for October

7 July 2009 by Tania McCartney

Can you get through Ocsober? We humans are strange creatures of habit. Not only do we form habitual ways over time, we also become so reliant on these habits, they become part of our very psyche. … [Read more...]

Go Sober in October for Ocsober

7 July 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Life Education Australia (LEA), Australia’s largest private charity providing drug and alcohol abuse prevention and health education, has announced the participation of three high profile television … [Read more...]

Médecins Sans Frontières – Doctors Without Borders

2 July 2009 by Australian Women Online

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

2 July 2009 by Australian Women Online

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...]

Humanitarian Tourism: Make a positive change in Nepal

1 March 2009 by Sue Hile

I decided after visiting Nepal last year that I would like to return, not as a trekker, but as a volunteer, to help promote a sustainable future for this enchanting mountain kingdom and its beautiful … [Read more...]

Natalie Imbruglia Visits Romania for WSPA

15 February 2009 by Australian Women Online

Romania is home to some of Europe's most neglected bears, held captive in appalling conditions for the sake of tourist entertainment. Singer and actress Natalie Imbruglia (pictured) travelled to … [Read more...]

Bakers go pink for a good cause

21 April 2008 by Australian Women Online

Bakers Delight stores across the nation will actively support Australians affected with breast cancer from 24th April – 14th May, 2008. 100% from the sale of specially prepared Pink Finger Buns … [Read more...]

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