Hannah MacDougall is an inspiring young athlete who has not only achieved bronze medals in the 2004 Athens Paralympics, but she is now aiming for the 2012 Paralympics in cycling. Born with a … [Read more...]
Butterfly Foundation names Mrs Australia as it’s first ambassador
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...]
Building financial knowledge and generating wealth
According to one expert, women would do well to build on their financial knowledge and look to play a greater role in their investment portfolio. When it comes to building wealth there is certainly … [Read more...]
Some Secrets should Never Be Kept
Three years ago, when I was on my children’s school council, I broached the subject of sexual abuse prevention education. I asked my fellow committee members why we did not have such program in our … [Read more...]
Study: Aussie governments spend $71.5 billion on education
As education costs continue to rise, Australian governments spend $71.5 billion on education and childcare services, according to a new report. School is back and parents across the country are busy … [Read more...]
Are you ‘financially engaged’? SPAA calls women to get involved when it comes to planning ahead
Saving for your retirement years may not be a top priority for young women, but the SPAA is calling on them to start thinking about the future. On any given weekday there are a number of things that … [Read more...]
The New You: Soul, Body & Spirit Workshop
Rockpool Publishing is bringing together three of its internationally renowned authors and teachers for one day only in Sydney and Melbourne to provide audiences with all the inspiration they need to … [Read more...]
Overwhelmed? How old are you? By Emma Grey
With a thirteen-year-old heading into Year Eight this week, I’m reminded that many of us first learn how to ‘do overwhelm’ when we’re confronted with a higher workload than we’re used to, at high … [Read more...]
Relationship Help for Women: Anger Management By Rori Raye
I know what I instinctively do when I get angry. I sit on it. I want to think about it. I want to think about what to do with it. If the person who just said or did something that got my anger … [Read more...]
Southern Stars ready to take on New Zealand and boost TV ratings in bid to promote women’s cricket
A number of top players from the Australian women's cricket team have spoken to the media about the upcoming T20 series and how wider TV coverage will encourage more girls to play the sport. Jodie … [Read more...]
Save money on your Gas and Electricity Bills
Want to save an average of up to $400 on your annual energy bill? Australia's leading energy comparison website GoSwitch.com.au is making it even easier for Australian consumers to save money on their … [Read more...]
Do you Love 2 Read? That’s the question being asked of Australians across the country
The National Year of Reading 2012 has kicked off with organisers encouraging individuals, groups and families to take part in the program. For a number of individuals reading is a relaxing and … [Read more...]
Tips on how to make a New Year’s resolution and stick to it
Masses of people gathered at key vantage points around the country to catch a glimpse of spectacular fireworks displays. And irrespective of whether you spent the night with close friends in private … [Read more...]
Women having kids later in life: AIHW
Women are waiting longer to have children with many choosing to start a family at the age of 28 or above. Aussie women are ready to take on the world and embark on overseas adventures, study at … [Read more...]
Myer woos online shoppers with promise of Boxing Day savings
Online shoppers may grab a bargain this Boxing Day without having to battle big crowds. The department store Myer is hoping to woo back customers and face the internet challenge by extending its … [Read more...]
Last minute Christmas Gifts with Heart
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...]
Penny Wong announces birth of baby Alexandra
Finance minister Penny Wong announces birth of first child . The finance minister and her partner Sophie Allouache have publicly announced the birth of their first daughter. Earlier this week the … [Read more...]
Christmas Gifts that can change the world
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...]
Parents and kids to benefit from new decision making program
Decision making is part and parcel of being an adult - fast responses help people complete tasks, build relationships and resolve conflicts. But many young people are growing up without knowing how to … [Read more...]
Mums take more time out to volunteer than their peers: ABS
Mums with part-time jobs make up 55 per cent of all volunteers in Australia, with the highest rate of unpaid work in the country. If you have recently attended a charity function or bought raffle … [Read more...]
More Australians planning to spend Christmas at home
Kids growing up today may not get to experience the long summer holidays that used to typify the laid-back Aussie lifestyle. A weak global economy and rising cost of living mean that a number of … [Read more...]
Women set to gain from boost to super funds
Women in part-time roles and low-income earners will be some of the first groups to gain from money generated by the new mining tax. Getting on top of personal and household finances is a box waiting … [Read more...]
Aussie Twitter users focus of new study
Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney have found that Australians have different tweeting habits depending on their city of residence and women lead the way in terms of social media … [Read more...]
Mums and Dads are ‘tag team’ parenting as working patterns change
A new report into the ways Australians spend time has found that many parents are 'tag team' parenting in a bid to keep on top of rising costs and look after the kids. If your morning consists of … [Read more...]
Online Boutiques: One Mother’s Handmade Journey
Hand-crafted and home-made items are as old as the dawn of man, however, not since the infamous macramé craze of the 1970s has the notion of ‘handmade’ been taken to a whole new level of chic. … [Read more...]
Lauren Jackson shoots hoops for the nation’s progress
Lauren Jackson leads the way in a conversation on the nation's progress. Lauren Jackson, the three-times winner of the WNBL's 'most valuable player' award, is usually asked about … [Read more...]
‘Mo sistas’ support the men in their lives
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...]
Unlocking the mystery of great skin
Women who listen eat well, exercise regularly and listen to their body may have unlocked the secret to skin that glows. We all know the tale of the evil queen who in her search for eternal youth is … [Read more...]
A Vagina Monoblog by Gillian Batt, Cancer Council NSW
By Gillian Batt, Director of Cancer Information and Support Services, Cancer Council NSW. Growing up as a girl in England, manners and etiquette were drummed into me. My mother wore white gloves to … [Read more...]
Permanent hair removal pain – untrained operators hurt more than the hip pocket
Lack of training and licensing requirements for permanent hair removal practitioners is leading to clients being burnt and scarred says consumer watchdog CHOICE. The people’s watchdog says there is a … [Read more...]
The Castle tops list of favourite Australian Films
1997 classic The Castle is the nation’s favourite Australian film of all time, according to a national cinema survey commissioned by Optus for their Optus Movie Rewards Program. The majority of … [Read more...]
From Stage to Surf, it’s never too late to ‘take the drop’
Discovering a passion for surfing and meeting three women who became “beyond words important” have propelled former principal ballerina Sheree da Costa full throttle into new found happiness. At age … [Read more...]
Airline reward programs little more than pie in the sky
Consumer organisation CHOICE says that most economy travellers would be better off looking for cheaper airfares than using frequent flyer programs to earn flights or products. In a review of rewards … [Read more...]
Survey indicates women are ‘unprepared’ for retirement
Women are failing to adequately prepare for their financial future and may be exposing themselves to unnecessary risk, one survey has indicated. New research from an Australian bank has found that as … [Read more...]
How Do I Look? host Jeannie Mai not your average style guru
She takes women’s style from tragic to magic as host of the Style Network's 'How Do I Look?', but it is Jeannie Mai’s philosophy about fashion that sets the television show apart from the … [Read more...]
Australian Fashion label ‘Aje’ Soars (with a little help from Kate Moss)
If you're trying to establish a fashion label, it certainly doesn't hurt to have someone of Kate Moss' stature, photographed wearing one of your creations. Aje is fast becoming one of Australia’s … [Read more...]
2011 Used Car Safety Ratings
NRMA Motoring & Services and the NSW Centre for Road Safety have released safety ratings for used cars involved in crashes, and introduced a Safe Pick rating for the very best vehicles in each … [Read more...]
A Review of Optus Smart Safe
Optus Smart Safe is a new 'cloud' based storage service that enables users to store electronic files and media remotely. For the uninitiated, cloud computing simply refers to a method of storing … [Read more...]
Tips for Dealing with a Mechanic
Ford Australia has decided to simplify the ever-confusing conversation with the local mechanic, so the next time you walk into a garage - you can do so with confidence. Know the basics- Most people … [Read more...]
Australia’s Most Trusted People and Professions 2011
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has slipped to 97th on the annual list of Australia’s 100 Most Trusted People. But the news isn't all bad for our PM as she is still leading Opposition Leader Tony … [Read more...]
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