An international clinical trial has established that in postmenopausal women with early breast cancer, the drug letrozole offers better post-surgery protection against breast cancer recurrence than … [Read more...]
Charity overwhelmed by Sydney’s generosity after hamper theft
ANGLICARE Sydney and the Break the Cycle ministry have been overwhelmed by the generosity of Sydneysiders after hampers for families in need were stolen from Glenquarie Anglican Church on … [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...]
Life saving ‘tips for rips’ this summer
In light of the recent drowning tragedy at Mollymook, Surf Life Saving has issued some timely advice on ‘how avoid’ and ‘what to do’ if caught in a rip and remind all beachgoers to only swim at … [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...]
Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital honours 70 years of giving birth
The Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital (RBWH) Foundation has been putting out the call for all women who have given birth at the Hospital to register for inclusion on a special Honour Board which … [Read more...]
Australian Customs says don’t let your gift become a statistic
People who intend to buy goods from overseas via the internet or while travelling, need to be aware of Customs import regulations to ensure their gifts make it under the tree this Christmas. As the … [Read more...]
Australia’s First Pet Exhibition Opens in Sydney
They say never work with children or animals, but a new exhibition opening at the Museum of Sydney tomorrow 13 December ignores that advice, capturing our love of dogs, cats and all creatures great … [Read more...]
Leanne Wesche named Telstra Business Woman of the Year 2008
Leanne Wesche (pictured), Managing Director of Perth-based Pacco Group, has been named the 2008 Telstra Australian Business Woman of the Year. Leanne established the Pacco Group in 2004. In just four … [Read more...]
It’s Human Rights the movie!…competition
Budding film makers have a chance at $800 in prizes if they come up with the best two-minute short film about human rights. The NSW Charter Group has launched a short film competition, ‘the Human … [Read more...]
Australians asked to ‘Measure Up’ in fight to reduce obesity
On 17 October the Rudd Government launched the national Measure Up campaign to tackle obesity. Measure Up will ask Australians to measure their waists as a simple way to check if they are at risk of … [Read more...]
Mrs. Fields Cookies relaunches in Australia
Mrs. Fields Cookies are famous around the world for baking cookies made to a traditional recipe with no colours and no preservatives. There are almost 500 Mrs. Fields stores in 19 countries, … [Read more...]
Women delay perinatal depression help, to avoid medicines
About one in three women experience postnatal depression. Fifteen percent have more severe symptoms which can negatively affect the baby and lead to chronic depression, marital difficulties and … [Read more...]
Australian Women Online to be included in the National Library of Australia
I am thrilled to announce that Australian Women Online has been selected as an electronic publication of national significance and lasting cultural value by the National Library of … [Read more...]
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