A recent report from the Consumer Action Law Centre, Fresh Start or False Hope, expressed concern at the number of businesses that emphasise the benefits of debt agreements, while understating the … [Read more...]
Three Million Australians excluded from basic financial services
Research released today by the National Australia Bank (NAB) and the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) shows that more than three million Australians don’t have access to a basic transaction account, a … [Read more...]
Treatment for Child Obesity by local GP’s proves Unsuccessful
A ‘shared care’ obesity treatment trial, in which hospital-based obesity specialists and local GP’s shared the management and treatment of obese children, has proved ineffective, according to new … [Read more...]
National Archives of Australia Goes Digital
The National Archives of Australia has created its own SODA stream (Stream of Digital Archives) to alert people to recently digitised records from its collection of more than 50 million items. The … [Read more...]
A Helping Hand with Hardship from Australian Banks
Steven Münchenberg, CEO, Australian Bankers’ Association, talks about the banking industry's financial hardship package to help bank customers who are experiencing temporary financial … [Read more...]
Is it wise to Buy Property with Family and Friends?
If you don’t have a large deposit, buying with family or friends could be an attractive option to tackle the cost of home ownership and help you get into the property market. Co-ownership allows you … [Read more...]
Women ‘Stressed Out’ about Money and its affecting our health
With the cost of living rising to unprecedented levels and our two largest cities, Sydney and Melbourne, appearing in the top five most expensive cities to live in the world, is it any wonder … [Read more...]
From Bombs and Bullets to Australia’s Mother of the Year 2013
Bosnia War survivor and small business owner, Hasiba Cesko from South Australia, has been named Barnardos Australia’s Mother of the Year 2013. Hasiba Cesko has led a remarkable life. Born in Bosnia, … [Read more...]
The 100+ Club: living proof you’re never too old to chase a dream
The award-winning documentary The 100+ Club is having an encore screening on ABC1 TV on Saturday, 18 May at 12:30pm. This 30-minute film follows three sprightly Aussie centenarians who are living … [Read more...]
Fake a Fresh Face
By Stephanie Daga for The Style Glossy Whether you stayed up partying at the new bar across the street or had left a project undone until the night before its deadline, a late night is bound to … [Read more...]
How You Can Best Protect Your Child Against Cyberbullies
Those of us who are parents or carers know that we will do just about anything to ensure the good health and wellbeing of our children. We want the best for our kids and for them to have more … [Read more...]
Making it Last: the dynamics of Long-term Relationships
Relationships take a lot of work. For long-term success, two people with different values, ethics, lifestyles and goals in life must see eye-to-eye on major life decisions – or at least reach a … [Read more...]
Homeless Women in Australia rebuild their shattered lives
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
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...]
Aussie Mums open male escort agency catering exclusively to women
A casual conversation over coffee between two mums in a suburban kitchen gave birth to a novel idea for a business - a high-end male escort agency catering exclusively to the needs and desires of … [Read more...]
Federal Government should provide funding for girls at risk
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...]
Women turned off by images of celebrities and models in advertising
Advertisers who put images of female celebrities and models next to their products risk scorn rather than shopping, according to new research from the United Kingdom. A new study from the University … [Read more...]
300 Ways for Women to Save Money
If you're wondering why a comprehensive list of ways for 'women' to save money is really necessary, consider this: average income for women is 18% lower and we retire with 40% less superannuation than … [Read more...]
Become a Super Woman with Money
Research shows that in Australia women retire with 40% less super than men. The reasons for this include the gender pay gap, which currently stands at 18%, and the time taken out of the workforce by … [Read more...]
The ‘Side Effects’ of being Catherine Zeta-Jones
In this interview with Catherine Zeta-Jones the former Darling Bud of May talks about script appeal, on-screen embraces and why Matt Damon is on her Christmas list. No-one can ever accuse the ‘Jones … [Read more...]
Health Workers Should Respect Decision Not to Breastfeed
We all know 'breast is best' but if a mother decides not to breastfeed, the revised Infant Feeding Guidelines recommends that a mother's informed decision not to breastfeed should be respected by … [Read more...]
Fall for a Fresh Look this Autumn
Autumn is around the corner and now is a great time to refresh your image and outlook. Want to embrace the cooler weather? Cut a fresh hairstyle, style bold eyes, highlight your summery sun-kissed … [Read more...]
No Retirement for Dame Judi Dench
Oscar winner Dame Judi Dench talks career, self-importance and her ‘bond’ with Bond. Dame Judi Dench has been a doyenne of the British stage for nearly four decades, a stalwart of the Old Vic … [Read more...]
Where Australians are looking for love in 2013
The return to work after the Christmas/New Year holidays is traditionally the start of Australia’s peak online dating period. Starting on 6th January 2013, love is in the air in the lead up to … [Read more...]
Top-tips for getting out of credit card debt and remaining permanently debt free!
It's easy to find yourself in credit card debt after the silly season, it seems no matter how well intentioned we are over the holiday period, with all the presents, vacations and extra social time … [Read more...]
Beauty and the West
“Do you have anything to make my skin whiter?” my Arab girlfriend, Shiha, looks at me hopefully with her big brown eyes. I am in the Sinai, Egypt, spending time in the desert with my exotic Bedouin … [Read more...]
Clothing Styles that make you Look Younger
Did you know the right style of clothes can make you look younger? Most women are unaware of this fact. Here we reveal the styling tips that will help you turn back the clock, without hurting your hip … [Read more...]
Top Organising Tips and the Excuses people use to avoid doing them
New Year is a time for fresh starts making decluttering a very popular holiday activity. MaryAnne Bennie, author of From Stuffed to Sorted shares her top five most common excuses people use to hold on … [Read more...]
Parental Grief and the Dreaded First Holiday
Many families in our neighborhoods are suffering through their first holiday season without a loved one. Four years ago, I had my first dreadful holiday without my son, Mikey. He ended his own life on … [Read more...]
Hidden dangers lurking inside your favourite soft drinks
Despite its high sugar content and zero nutritional benefit, Coca Cola remains the biggest selling item in supermarkets today. But what is not commonly known is the chemical components in soft drink … [Read more...]
Revolutionary! It’s another online pick-up joint for men
It's the dating website proud to have never been responsible for a single wedding in the United Kingdom. But according to 'Forget Dinner' it's not sleazy - it's just a bit of harmless adult fun - and … [Read more...]
What’s next for My Kitchen Rules winner Jennifer Evans
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...]
Scientists answer parent’s questions about Immunisation
The Australian Academy of Science has published a comprehensive booklet in an effort to dispel common myths about the immunisation of children. Devised by a national panel of experts in response to … [Read more...]
Anna voted most popular Sports Woman of the Year but Jacqueline gave stand-out performance of 2012
Australian Olympic Cyclist, Anna Meares (pictured) was named the 2012 Women’s Health (most popular) Sports Woman of the Year, at the I Support Women In Sport awards held in Sydney last night. The … [Read more...]
Photo Gallery: Grazia wins 2012 Magazine Cover of the Year
Grazia has won 'Magazine Cover of the Year' with their January 30, 2012 issue featuring a patriotic Miranda Kerr as Australia’s Wonder Woman. The stunning Grazia cover beat over 220 titles across … [Read more...]
Another iconic brand disappears from Australian supermarket shelves
Rosella could be just the latest casualty of tactics used by Coles and Woolworths to push our much loved iconic Australian brands off supermarket shelves. Generic products have been around for … [Read more...]
Australia’s first female Porsche Driver to hit the racing track in 2013
At an age when most teenagers are still learning to drive, 17 year old Brisbane teenager Renee Gracie has become the first female driver to contest the Porsche Carrera Cup Australia Championship. … [Read more...]
Smart Travel Tips for Road Trips with the Kids
A road trip with your children can be a rollicking good time, traumatic, chaotic, boring and exciting. In other words, it is a microcosm of life itself. Often, how you prepare and plan for your trip … [Read more...]
Cathy Freeman blogs about her experiences as a mum
Australian Olympic gold medalist and proud mum Cathy Freeman, has signed on as the new brand ambassador for the Coles Baby & Toddler Club. In addition to appearing in the advertising campaign, Cathy … [Read more...]
Helping disadvantaged women Dress for Success
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...]
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