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How to Use RSS Feeds

4 December 2009 by Wendy Moore

You may have seen the words RSS Feed many times on websites and blogs that you frequent, but exactly what is an RSS Feed? RSS refers to Really Simple Syndication which is actually a format that … [Read more...]

Effective Ways to Promote Your Name Online

4 December 2009 by Wendy Moore

Having a good business reputation is one of the most effective ways of attracting people. This is not only true in the real world but even on the internet. A person who is real and trustworthy as well … [Read more...]

Right of reply from Jenene Crossan CEO of Flossie Media Group

4 December 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Australian Women Online received an email from the CEO of Flossie Media Group in reply to my article Flossie Abandons Display Advertising and NZ Girl Jumps Ship published on the website this … [Read more...]

Flossie abandons display advertising and NZ Girl jumps ship

3 December 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Just five months after launching in Australia, the Flossie Media Group (FMG) has announced it will drop display advertising from it's network of women's websites from 1st January 2010. In a statement … [Read more...]

Cancer victim launches legal action against Fitness First

3 December 2009 by Deborah Robinson

A husband and father from Campbelltown, NSW is taking legal action against Fitness First Australia Pty Ltd for allegedly causing the skin cancer that nearly claimed his life last year. The case … [Read more...]

Women asked to vote for hottest male body in Australian sport

1 December 2009 by Deborah Robinson

The women and sport website She Knows the Rules (SKTR), has announced the top ten hottest male bods in the five sporting codes and is now inviting women to cast their vote to find the hottest hunk in … [Read more...]

Too much physical activity may lead to Arthritis

30 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

According to research in the United States, middle-aged men and women who engage in high levels of physical activity may be unknowingly causing damage to their knees and increasing their risk for … [Read more...]

Healthier outlook for expectant mothers

30 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

Researchers in Sydney have made a scientific breakthrough with preeclampsia, a serious medical condition that effects up to 10% of expectant mothers in Australia. The discovery reinforces the theory … [Read more...]

Dangerous children’s toys stopped at the border

27 November 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Thousands of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead have been intercepted and seized in Melbourne as part of a joint agency operation by Australian Customs and the ACCC. The toys were … [Read more...]

Get the Look: Shapewear a big hit at American Music Awards

26 November 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Shapewear as Outerwear was big on stage at this year’s American Music Awards with Fergie, J Lo and Carrie Underwood giving the look their own special twist while Lady Gaga (pictured) took the fashion … [Read more...]

Australian women do the limbo dance for breast cancer research

25 November 2009 by Deborah Robinson

The makers of the Venus razor for women, gathered more than one hundred and fifty Australian women together at First Fleet Park in Circular Quay yesterday, in an attempt to break the world record for … [Read more...]

Australia’s first all abilities playground opens in Sydney

25 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

When Sydney children of all ages and abilities were finally able to play side-by-side thanks to the opening of Livvi’s Place, Australia's very first all abilities playground, actor and father of 8, … [Read more...]

Church of Scientology responds to Xenophon allegation

24 November 2009 by Deborah Robinson

The Church of Scientology in Australia has disputed the allegation made by Senator Nick Xenophon in Parliament last week, that they were responsible for the death of a 14 month old toddler in February … [Read more...]

AWASH wants health warning on Angry Angus Burger

24 November 2009 by Deborah Robinson

The Australian Division of the World Action on Salt and Health (AWASH) is calling for a high salt warning on the new Hungry Jack’s Double Angry Angus Burger. According to Hungry Jack's website their … [Read more...]

Women in Business: Lisa and Kris create a Vibrator

15 November 2009 by Deborah Robinson

This is the story of how two women, Lisa Hughes and Kris Morgan (pictured) from Wollongong on the South Coast of New South Wales, created Australia's first designer vibrator. In recent years adult … [Read more...]

The Variety Santa Fun Run

11 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

Variety Children's Charities is hoping to take the first step towards breaking the world record Santa Run, while starting a new Christmas tradition that will see thousands of people in Santa suits run … [Read more...]

Small business tax calendar

6 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

Remembering your tax obligations on top of running your business can be difficult. To help you, the Tax Office has developed an easy-to-use computer tool that will help you plan and manage your tax … [Read more...]

New benchmarks to help small business meet tax obligations

6 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

The Tax Office has released more than 50 new benchmarks to help small businesses meet their tax obligations. You can use the new benchmarks to compare your performance against industry averages to … [Read more...]

Bonus for Employers Hiring Apprentices

6 November 2009 by Australian Women Online

Are you considering taking on an apprentice? Then you may be eligible for the government’s new Apprentice Kickstart Bonus. Between 1 December 2009 and 28 February 2010, employers who take on a young … [Read more...]

10 Ways to Build a List

5 November 2009 by Wendy Moore

Doing business the traditional way or online would not be complete without clients or customers. Whether you’re selling a product or service, you will always have to attract people to what you’re … [Read more...]

Plagiarising Web Content is Not Ethical

19 October 2009 by Lyn Prowse-Bishop

You found it on the Internet so it’s free to take and use right? Wrong. Just because you see something on the web doesn't mean you can grab it and pass it off as your own. Recently I was alerted to … [Read more...]

International Baby Loss Awareness Day

14 October 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Thursday, 15th October is International Baby Loss Awareness Day. Across the world people whose lives have been touched by the loss of a baby during pregnancy or just after birth, will be attending … [Read more...]

Day for Daniel

14 October 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Daniel Morcombe (pictured) was abducted in December 2003 from the Keil Mountain Road overpass in Palmwoods, Queensland. Police now suspect the 14 year old was murdered. In 2005 Daniel's parents Bruce … [Read more...]

How to Effectively Use Social Media for Business

13 October 2009 by Wendy Moore

People involved in small business have found a powerful marketing tool in social networking sites. Among the top social media used by business people today are Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and … [Read more...]

Because I am a Girl: The State of the World’s Girls 2009

6 October 2009 by Australian Women Online

Popular television personality, Zoe Naylor, has joined leading Sydney designer Genevieve Er and successful Australian business identities to celebrate the global launch of the most comprehensive … [Read more...]

Camilla Noli Takes Another Walk on the Dark Side of Motherhood

17 September 2009 by Deborah Robinson

When writing her first novel, Still Waters, Australian author and mother of two, Camilla Noli (pictured), feared she would be judged for daring to enter the head of a mother who is at best ambivalent … [Read more...]

Women Face Tough Choices When Deciding to Have Children

8 September 2009 by Australian Women Online

A new survey¹ has confirmed the dilemma women face, over when to have kids. This has prompted relationships expert Anne Hollonds to urge women, especially younger ones, to plan ahead, take action to … [Read more...]

Stolen Generations Assistance Line for NSW and ACT Launched

8 September 2009 by Australian Women Online

The newly incorporated Stolen Generations Council of NSW & ACT has established a telephone “Assistance and Referral service” for NSW and ACT members of the Stolen Generations. This service is to be … [Read more...]

Playtime: Activities for Little Children that can Make a Big Difference

31 August 2009 by Sally Paterson

Most of us know someone that is ‘great with kids’. With a magnetic force akin to the Pied Piper, they can be spotted a mile away – an expressive look on their face, animated gestures flailing, and a … [Read more...]

Australian Women Under Pressure to be the Perfect Mother

27 August 2009 by Deborah Robinson

More than one in five Australian mothers feel intense pressure to ‘have it all’ – balancing career, baby, partner and social life within the first 12 months of their child’s life, according to a … [Read more...]

Choose Resilience in Times of Adversity

3 August 2009 by Lisa Saremel

In 2003, Australian woman Ingrid Poulson (pictured) faced a reality all women pray they will never have to face – she lost her two young children and her 60 year old father at the hands of her … [Read more...]

Simple Solutions for a Green Workplace

29 July 2009 by Deborah Robinson

This article includes an extract from the new book Green Made Easy: The Everyday Guide for Transitioning to a Green Lifestyle by Chris Prelitz. Going green in the workplace doesn't just benefit the … [Read more...]

Young Australians are reluctant to the leave the Nest

1 July 2009 by Australian Women Online

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, more than ever before, young Australians are living longer with their parents. The ABS has also revealed that more young Australians are working on a … [Read more...]

Australian of the Year Awards Nominations Open

30 June 2009 by Australian Women Online

Nominations for the Australian of the Year Awards 2010 will be officially opened on Wednesday 1 July 2009 at a launch in Darwin. National Australia Day Council Chairman Adam Gilchrist, Judith Durham … [Read more...]

Advertisements found guilty of discrimination

25 June 2009 by Australian Women Online

SANE Australia tells us that the Advertising Standards Board (ASB) has uphelding complaints about portrayals of mental illness in advertising as discriminatory and stigmatising. Two advertisers made … [Read more...]

Oscar-nominated Mum Boards Greenpeace Ship

25 June 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Oscar-nominated actress and Greenpeace Ambassador, Keisha Castle-Hughes (pictured), has boarded the Greenpeace ship Esperanza to speak up for a strong global climate treaty. The New Zealand based … [Read more...]

Family Matters Column: Where has the year gone?

24 June 2009 by Tania McCartney

Crikey. How did June slip under the doormat? Never saw that one coming, but isn’t it the same every year? Suddenly, you’re staring down the barrel of Christmas and you’ve only just taken down last … [Read more...]

Sydney’s Newest Style Guru has Women Addicted

23 June 2009 by Deborah Robinson

Founder of Daily Addict, a free daily email newsletter for Sydney's style-conscious, Carrie Choo (pictured), has an insider's view of the hottest events and lifestyle news about town. Launched in … [Read more...]

Commonwealth Bank Low Fee Credit Card

21 June 2009 by Australian Women Online

Apply online today for a Low Fee credit card with Commonwealth Bank and if you are an existing Commonwealth Bank customer you'll receive a honeymoon rate 4.99% on the Low Fee credit card, on all … [Read more...]

Australia Honours our Emerging Leaders

19 June 2009 by Deborah Robinson

On 17 June 2009, the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd congratulated Adelaide Film Festival CEO, Katrina Sedgwick (pictured) and nine other Australians identified as emerging leaders. The event was the … [Read more...]

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