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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...]
Christmas Dangers for Pets
RSPCA NSW is urging the public to take extra care of their pets over the Christmas and New Year period. From the warmer weather to the Christmas festivities, the silly season is full of potential pet … [Read more...]
Freedom in Your Own Skin
Over 30, still renting and don’t own a property? Can’t get to the gym due to relentless work commitments? Wish you’d travelled more but lacking in confidence? New research from Schick reveals these … [Read more...]
Savings Tips for Hardened Spenders
We all complain about how hard it is to save. Like all habits, the spending habit is a tough one to kick, especially for the hardened spenders amongst us. The good news is that high interest savings … [Read more...]
Maternity, Nursing, Baby and Children’s Wear
Affordable baby, children's AND maternity wear from great quality brands! Bump, Baby & Beyond offers end of season prices - all year round. We search out the best bargains from quality … [Read more...]
Help your kids and yourself to get aLife
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...]