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Don’t be left holding the leash when your kids want a dog

18 May 2009 by Australian Women Online

When the kids beg for a dog, but a pooch doesn’t fit into your budget or your long-term plans, Don’t Fret Pet! (DFP) has the perfect solution – host a dog while the owners are away. The leading … [Read more...]

The Urgent Case of the Missing Child

14 May 2009 by Tania McCartney

Parenting & Family Matters Columnist, Tania McCartney. Three days ago, I was sitting at the computer, digging deep into the recesses of my brain to write something superlative, when there was a … [Read more...]

How To Strengthen Your Family During Tough Times

12 May 2009 by Australian Women Online

With many families experiencing tough times because of challenging economic conditions and more pain forecast for the immediate future, National Families Week 2009 from 10 – 16 May (coinciding with … [Read more...]

Single mums speak out about dating, kids and confidence

7 May 2009 by Australian Women Online

On the eve of Mothers’ Day, Australia’s single mothers have spoken out about the challenges they face in looking for love when time is scarce and children are a major consideration. A survey of … [Read more...]

The Curse of the Repatriated Mum

7 May 2009 by Tania McCartney

Parenting & Family Matters Columnist, Tania McCartney. There’s some serious stuff going down in the mind of this mother right now. That and an extraordinary, scrabbling, mind-bending balancing … [Read more...]

First Look at CHOICE Report on Gym Rip Offs

30 April 2009 by Deborah Robinson

After receiving numerous complaints about unfair gym contracts, Australia's largest and most trusted consumer organisation CHOICE, sent two shadow shoppers into the major fitness chains to investigate … [Read more...]

Ditch Your Diet on International No Diet Day

29 April 2009 by Australian Women Online

Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV) is calling on all dieters to discard their restrictive and pointless diets and instead embrace a future that involves a healthy relationship with food, starting from … [Read more...]

Ten Ways We Misunderstand Our Children

23 April 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Exclusive Book Extract from The Indigo Children: Ten Years Later by Lee Carroll and Jan Tober. Ten Ways We Misunderstand Our Children* by Jan Hunt, M.Sc 1. We expect children to be able to do things … [Read more...]

First Look at Choice Report on Finding Debt Relief in Australia

21 April 2009 by Deborah Robinson

With so many Australian's facing redundancy due to the Global Economic Crisis and household debt at record highs, CHOICE - Australia's largest and most respected consumer organisation, investigated … [Read more...]

Keeping Yourself Sane and Your Kids Busy in the Easter School Holidays

31 March 2009 by Australian Women Online

As busy parents, we always have different ideas about school holidays from our kids. For grown-ups, holidays are about relaxing and taking time out and getting a much needed break. For the kids it’s a … [Read more...]

How to Afford a Husband or Any Other Live-In Lover by Justine Davies

31 March 2009 by Australian Women Online

Financial planner and blogger Justine Davies tackles everything you could possibly need to know about living in financial harmony with the one you love in her practical new book How to Afford a … [Read more...]

HIA Home Ideas Show in Melbourne

29 March 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Home owners and enthusiasts will get new ideas to transform even the most modest room into an escape they won’t want to leave when the HIA Home Ideas Show comes to the Melbourne Exhibition Centre for … [Read more...]

Health Minister launches first national breastfeeding helpline

21 March 2009 by Australian Women Online

Australia’s first 24-hour toll-free helpline for breastfeeding mothers was officially launched by federal Health Minister Nicola Roxon, on Friday March 20, in Melbourne. 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 2 … [Read more...]

Women of Australia – Kaz Cooke needs you for a national survey on Women’s Stuff

14 March 2009 by Australian Women Online

Kaz Cooke, bestselling author of Up the Duff, Kidwrangling and Girl Stuff needs your help with her biggest project yet – a national survey being conducted for her new book, Women’s Stuff. Kaz is … [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...]

Why women need to think big when it comes to money

1 March 2009 by Kelly Magowan

The majority of women think small when it comes to money, be it their salary, personal or family investments and or setting up or running their own business. What stops us thinking big? We are highly … [Read more...]

Aussie Kids Pop Vitamins For Nutrition

26 February 2009 by Australian Women Online

Are Australian children relying on dietary supplements to complete their nutritional intake? That’s just one of the questions raised by a new report out today which reveals insights into the state of … [Read more...]

Launch of Governent funded website for parents raising kids with autism spectrum

24 February 2009 by Australian Women Online

The Federal Government and the Raising Children Network will today launch the national website for parents of young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – … [Read more...]

No Sweat Parenting with Renee Mill

23 February 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Sydney based clinical psychologist and mother of four, Renée Mill teaches parents to give themselves and their children a break with practical advice and by challenging common misconceptions about … [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...]

Marriage and Relationships in 21st Century Australia

13 February 2009 by Australian Women Online

Social researcher Mark McCrindle gives a statistical analysis of Australian marriage and relationships in the new millennium. MARRIAGES ARE UP The number of marriages registered in 2007 (116,322) was … [Read more...]

Top MySpace Cyber Bullying Safety Tips

8 February 2009 by Australian Women Online

MySpace Australia has launched new cyber bullying safety tips and announced a partnership with Girlfriend Magazine and Boost Mobile to promote a new online ‘Code of Conduct: ‘Untag, Block, Delete’’ to … [Read more...]

Free legal resource on domestic violence at your local library

2 February 2009 by Australian Women Online

The State Library of NSW has just released the latest edition of its popular plain-English legal resource magazine, Hot Topics, available now at all NSW public libraries. People living interstate can … [Read more...]

Fire Up the Barbie Safely this Australia Day

22 January 2009 by Australian Women Online

The Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) is urging the community to stay fire-safe during their Australia day celebrations. While it’s a long-held Aussie tradition to gather around … [Read more...]

Calculate the Costs of Running Your Car

22 January 2009 by Australian Women Online

NRMA Motoring & Services has made it easier for motorists to compare car running costs and plan budgets with the launch of its free online car operating and fuel costs calculator – located at … [Read more...]

We Are What Our Parents Ate, New Research Shows

16 January 2009 by Australian Women Online

Human cells have the ability to “remember” and replicate the effects on the body of a poor diet, providing a further clue as to why obesity and some diseases can run in families over … [Read more...]

How You Can Get Into The Spirit Of Australia Day

7 January 2009 by Australian Women Online

This Australia Day, Monday 26 January 2009, is more than a public holiday - it’s the day we come together as a nation to celebrate Australia and being Australian. There are many ways to celebrate … [Read more...]

Ten Tips to Beat the Baby Boomer Blues

6 January 2009 by Australian Women Online

Millions of baby boomers headed toward retirement are losing sleep at night because in most cases, they have not taken the time to plan for what's next in their lives, according to Joan … [Read more...]

Food Manufacturers Commit to Limit Advertising to Kids

5 January 2009 by Australian Women Online

Major Australian based food and beverage manufacturers have, for the first time, publicly made available company action plans which spell out in black and white how and when they will market a range … [Read more...]

2009 the Year of Renovation

31 December 2008 by Deborah Robinson

The financial turmoil of 2009 will see more Australians stay put and spend more money on renovating their homes to improve their financial position by adding value to their major asset - the family … [Read more...]

Don’t get ripped off this Christmas – tips to identify pirated material

18 December 2008 by Deborah Robinson

At the height of Christmas shopping season, Music Industry Piracy Investigations (MIPI) and the Australian Federation Against Copyright Theft (AFACT) urge consumers to be vigilant when buying music … [Read more...]

Top 5 tips to keep thieves out of your home this Christmas

17 December 2008 by Deborah Robinson

With the holiday season fast approaching it is important to ensure your home and contents are adequately protected against thieves. CommInsure, part of the Commonwealth Bank Group of companies, says … [Read more...]

Jobs in the Fashion Industry have never been easier to find

17 December 2008 by Deborah Robinson

Jobs in fashion are some of the most sought after in the world and competition for positions vacant is fierce. Job candidates need to be in the right place at the right time to stay one step ahead of … [Read more...]

Plus Size fashion retailer City Chic opens in Sydney

16 December 2008 by Australian Women Online

Australia’s leading high end plus size fashion retailer brings hot new fashions to Westfield and other shopping centres across Sydney. In the last 12 months City Chic has been involved with modelling … [Read more...]

Save Money and Kilos this Christmas

14 December 2008 by Australian Women Online

Choosing the right foods can help keep a lid on the family budget and prevent excess weight gain this festive season, according to the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA). DAA spokesperson … [Read more...]

Watch a class of Guide Dog puppies grow: Give a Pup with Promise this Christmas

14 December 2008 by Australian Women Online

In with the spirit of giving this Christmas; people can choose a gift that helps change the life of a person with impaired vision; by sponsoring a class of gorgeous Guide Dog puppies through the Pups … [Read more...]

Money Magazine’s Best of the Best financial products

11 December 2008 by Australian Women Online

Money magazine has published it's 8th annual Best of the Best awards. Making or saving money in 2009 won’t be easy but it won’t be impossible either says Money Magazine, the nation’s leading … [Read more...]

New website for women who want to be more confident with money

9 December 2008 by Australian Women Online

New research released by ANZ reveals that talking about money is a taboo for women, with the overwhelming majority of Australian women (98%) saying that their money issues and concerns are off the … [Read more...]

Holiday activities that won’t stretch the budget

2 December 2008 by Australian Women Online

Parents already facing credit card debts from the traditional gift-giving season and dreading back-to-school costs are also facing the long summer holidays, which can be an expensive time. Just two … [Read more...]

Product Review: Sumo Omni by Sumo – Urban Lounge Gear

30 November 2008 by Danielle Hutchinson

Product Details The Sumo Omni is a modern version of the bean bag and so is essentially a large sack filled with polystyrene balls. What makes the Sumo Omni different is that they have moved away from … [Read more...]

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