Practical advice for parents from nutritionist, Shane Bilsbourough The diets of children not only play an integral role in their health and cognitive function, but also impact on their future risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and even some cancers. Provide a healthy eating foundation for children not only corrects nutritional deficiencies…Read More
Australians look to upskill for job security in economic downturn
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January 31, 2009 By
More than half of Australians (54%) are worried about their job security in 2009, with more than one in three planning to further their skills and qualifications to make themselves more employable. The results from a survey by Think: Education Group, one of Australia’s largest private tertiary providers, come as economic conditions take their toll…Read More
Melbourne’s Chinatown Set to Celebrate Year of the Ox
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January 31, 2009 By
The 2009 Chinese New Year Community Festival in Melbourne’s Chinatown will farewell the year of the rat and welcome the year of the ox this Sunday 1 February. More than 80,000 people of all cultures and backgrounds are expected to attend the annual celebration with festivities kicking off at 10.20am and continuing through the evening…Read More
Chinese New Year Festival Twilight Parade to light up Sydney
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January 31, 2009 By
The first ever Chinese New Year Twilight Parade will light up the city this Sunday 1 February 2009. “Starting at dusk, Sydney’s streets will host a stunning night time parade with a procession of performers in colourful costumes and spectacular floats,” Lord Mayor Clover Moore MP said. Featuring 2,600 people, the Twilight Parade will showcase…Read More
Faustina Fuzzy Agolley talks about her career in music television
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January 29, 2009 By
Australian TV presenter Faustina ‘Fuzzy’ Agolley (pictured) from Video Hits has a day job any music fan would envy. Recently she agreed to mentor the winner of the HP Go Live Reporter competition held in association with the Big Day Out 2009 Tour. Fuzzy was also kind enough to participate in some Q & A…Read More
Oxfam Unwrapped Gifts
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January 28, 2009 By
With Oxfam Unwrapped, you can find a selection of gift ideas that’ll save the day in more ways than one. With Oxfam’s latest range, you’ll be safe from that awkward feeling that follows giving an unwanted gift. And most importantly, your gift can help save people around the world from poverty. Because when you buy…Read More
Ground Breaking Report Measures Cost of Conflict in the Middle East
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January 28, 2009 By
The opportunity cost of conflicts in the Middle East since 1991 is 12 trillion dollars, says a new research report on the Cost of Conflict in the Middle East by Strategic Foresight Group, a leading Asian think-tank. For the first time in 60 years, the report presents a comprehensive assessment of costs of various conflicts…Read More
Short-Lived Stealthy Attacks are the New Web Threats
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January 28, 2009 By
AVG Technologies, a leading developer of Internet security software, has released statistics that paint a scary picture of the way web-borne threats are developing. Unlike viruses, which make a point of being obvious and staying around for as long as they can, the primary characteristics of web infections today are stealth and transience – meaning…Read More
Sue Ismiel and her daughters to remain at the helm of Nads Hair Removal
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January 27, 2009 By
Sue Ismiel created the original Nads Hair Removal gel from natural ingredients she found in her own kitchen. Prior to launching Nads Hair Removal in Australia, Sue worked as a receptionist and then as a medical records clerk – not exactly the ideal training ground for a future entrepreneur, but Sue proved to be ‘a…Read More
Barbecue Mushroom Salad
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January 27, 2009 By
Australia’s Healthy Weight Week (January 25-31) conducted by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) is a perfect opportunity for people to make a long term commitment to a healthy living, said Glenn Cardwell, an Accredited Practising Dietitian. Mr Cardwell said research had shown the weight loss benefit of eating foods that have fewer kilojoules per…Read More
