Do your children know what they want to do when they leave school? If not, they’re not alone. It’s a big decision and they need some time to explore their options. The wide variety of careers … [Read more...]
Top Tips for Students and Parents for Year 12 Exams
Last-minute preparations and the inevitable pressures of exam time will face thousands of South Australian students as Year 12 exams begin. Exams will run from Thursday 16 October until Friday 21 … [Read more...]
The Truth about Money and Wealth with Dr John Demartini
With the recent events on Wall St, the prospect of economic uncertainty is foremost in the minds of many. Dr John F. Demartini, human behavioural specialist, philosopher and best selling author of … [Read more...]
Demand for financial counselling soars as cost of living climbs
Victoria’s largest network of financial counsellors has released new statistics showing an alarming surge in demand for services over the past 12 months to help manage debt, access housing and pay for … [Read more...]
The Modern Witch
Most recently seen on the hit TV program ‘The One’ as the Metaphysical Judge, Stacey Demarco (pictured) has built a career out of witchcraft - consulting and teaching others how to develop their … [Read more...]
Marriages on the increase
Over 116,000 marriages were registered in Australia during 2007, according to new figures released yesterday by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This is the highest number of marriages … [Read more...]
Safe and Green Cleaning
With more people turning to natural alternatives, Janese Botham and her husband Larry have launched a range of non-toxic, plant-based cleaning products that are as effective as traditional household … [Read more...]
Help your man to dress to impress
First impressions are everything. Believe it or not, in the first 5 seconds your image influences the people you meet. Within the first 30 seconds people will make judgments about you, based on what … [Read more...]
Get Optimum Fuel Efficiency out of your car
There is a standard list of things every driver should do in an effort to improve fuel efficiency. Saving on petrol is not just in the type of car you own, but in how you drive it and how you maintain … [Read more...]
Man Drought: Australian Demographer reveals where all the men are
Respected Australian demographer, Bernard Salt, says there is an increasing difference between the supply of men and women in one of the key reproductive age groups in Australia. In 1976 Australia had … [Read more...]
Declutter Your Life with Peter Walsh’s Organising Tips
Peter Walsh, one of the world’s leading professional organisers, author and regular guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show will visit Australia to launch Dymo N.O.W. and offer his expert organisational … [Read more...]
The Solution for Every Handbag Lover
Borne Naked is the unique handbag liner that sits inside your handbag and holds the contents in organised compartments - keeping all your favourite things in one completely see-through pouch. When … [Read more...]
Motor Vehicle Maintenance Checklist
Vehicle maintenance is not a tedious chore. In fact, making sure your car runs properly with scheduled visits to the mechanic will most likely keep your car out of the repair shop and on the … [Read more...]
Tips when buying a used car
People often ask me what they can do to get a good used vehicle for a good price. While the answer isn’t always simple, it’s safe to say there is a little bit of information that can go a long way … [Read more...]
Video: women panic about aging before they reach 30
New research released last week by Olay reveals that a woman's panic about aging begins before she’s even reached her 30s! Most women spend their teens trying to look older than they really are and … [Read more...]
Help for parents of donor conceived children
Parents of donor-conceived children are desperately looking for help when trying to tell their children how they were conceived, according to the Infertility Treatment Authority (ITA). In the past … [Read more...]
Car Loans: Are you co-signed with an ex?
I’ve come across the following scenario quite a few times: "I’ve broken-up with my boyfriend and my problem is I co-signed on a car for him. I’ve asked him to take my name off the loan and get the … [Read more...]
Busting the myths around water
To celebrate its fresh new look, Cool Ridge decided to ask the nation just what they honestly believed about water. Cool Ridge then compiled the results and found out exactly what myths are out there … [Read more...]
Celebration of 60s fashion – online
People around Australia can now see the National Archives’ popular exhibition Strike a Pose online.The exhibition, which recently opened, features trends of the 1960s and 1970s in a celebration of … [Read more...]
New Samy Salon Systems hits Australian shores
The new Samy Salon Systems is a professional performance haircare free from sulfate, 100% vegan and boasting a comprehensive product line up with nearly 40 individual products catering to every hair … [Read more...]
BMW 7 Series will read speed limit signs on the move
A new BMW that reads speed limit signposts and variable speed limit signs and shows the limit in the instrument cluster has been unveiled. Speed Limit Display ensures drivers always know what speed … [Read more...]
National Women’s Football League
The Federal Minister for Sport, Kate Ellis, has announced the establishment of the Westfield W-League – a national football league for women. Speaking at the launch of the Westfield Women’s League, … [Read more...]
Women Can Make Up to 21 New Friends Through Having Children
The Friendship Report, commissioned by leading Child Trust Fund provider in the UK, The Children’s Mutual, reveals that if mums attended every parental group, from ante-natal class to primary school, … [Read more...]
Tiffanie Davis – The Best Kept Secret on Internet Radio
She has barely been a broadcaster for two months, yet it is safe to say that Tiffanie Davis (pictured), a Licensed Professional Counselor, Educator and Speaker by profession, has already created a … [Read more...]
Popular music tops the list of songs played at funerals
According to South Australia's largest funeral provider, Centennial Park, an increasing number of people are choosing popular music over traditional hymns at funerals. Classic ballads by crooners … [Read more...]
The Farmer and the Executive
Eden Platell works as the Executive Manager for Communications and Membership of the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA) Queensland and her husband Jim is a Dairy Farmer. The High … [Read more...]
Safe Motor Vehicles Under $30,000
NRMA Motoring & Services/ANCAP The Australasian New Car Assessment Program’s (ANCAP) has announced that two more vehicles costing less than $30,000 have received a five-star crash test rating. NRMA … [Read more...]
Beauty Heaven Announces New Editor
Beautyheaven.com.au, Australia’s leading online beauty portal, has appointed Alicia Pyke as Editor. With more than a decade’s experience as a beauty and style writer, including roles at The … [Read more...]
Art or Pornography? The debate over Bill Henson’s work continues
As the debate over artist Bill Henson’s images of naked children continues, NSW police are still considering whether to lay child pornography charges against the artist and the Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery … [Read more...]
Paid maternity leave on the rise but too many miss out
Research undertaken by the Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Agency (EOWA) in to paid maternity leave in Australia supports current calls for the introduction of a nation wide scheme. The … [Read more...]
How to Get Good Advice About Money
Australians sometimes need a hand with managing their money, and there are plenty of good sources of information and advice, according to the Financial Literacy Foundation. “Deciding how to handle … [Read more...]
Medicines and money: saving the family budget without compromising your health
Medicines can ‘swallow up’ a substantial chunk of the family budget … but the Autumn 2008 edition of MedicinesTalk explains simple ways to reduce spending on medicines without compromising your … [Read more...]
Parents want complete sex education
The vast majority of parents support comprehensive sex education programs starting in primary school, and rate topics such as birth control and communicating about sex above discussions about … [Read more...]
Death of the High Heel!
Research by Bold 2in1 White Diamond & Lotus Flower in the UK, reveals that 95% of women say they never wear high heels, and more than 3 in 5 women do not know how to do their make-up. The … [Read more...]
Generation Z: savvy, spoilt, cashed up and connected
Adult worries dominate Australian teen life Australia’s most extensive teen research project, DOLLY Youth Monitor, has revealed a teen generation that is materially well-off and becoming increasingly … [Read more...]
Two Arts Mums Launch New Network
MELBOURNE ARTS & MEDIA MUMS (MAMMs) - CALL FOR MEMBERS MAMMs is a support group for women in the arts, media and entertainment industries – either working full-time, part-time or not currently … [Read more...]
Free Lifestyle Coaching Session
No matter where in the world you reside, Danielle Ferris Lifestyle Coaching is offering to provide one 45-minute complimentary session over the telephone for those who want to make something happen in … [Read more...]
Bakers go pink for a good cause
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...]
Victims of domestic violence live with the fear children will be removed
It’s important for their own safety that women do continue to report domestic violence, without the baseless fear that their children will be taken from them as a result, the NSW Department of … [Read more...]
Aussie Pooch Mobile helping decrease your dogs environmental footprint
Aussie Pooch Mobile offers a way for your dog to help decrease his footprint and do his part for the earth. And to celebrate Earth Day on 22 April, all dogs washed by Aussie Pooch Mobile during that … [Read more...]