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This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Women, Management and Work Conference, an event where leaders from industry, government, universities and unions share their expertise, knowledge and experience with women. Presented by Macquarie University, the 2013 Management and Work Conference will take place at the Hilton Hotel on George Street, Sydney on July 18th and 19th. Key speakers on the day will include: Ase Lunde, Managing Director, … [Read more...]
The Australian Human Rights Commission has released a toolkit to assist businesses and other organisations to implement strategies to increase the representation of women in non-traditional roles in male-dominated industries. The toolkit provides practical suggestions and examples of different kinds of workplace strategies across four areas: attraction, recruitment, retention, and development of women in the workplace. These examples have … [Read more...]
Delta Goodrem's new single ‘HEART HYPNOTIC’ is out today in digital format. Delta will perform 'Heart Hypnotic' for TV audiences on tonight's grand final episode of The Voice. OneRepublic front man Ryan Tedder co-wrote and produced ‘Heart Hypnotic’ with Delta both here in Sydney and in the US, around their hectic shooting schedule on The Voice, where Ryan was Delta's guest mentor. Outside of OneRepublic Ryan Tedder has had a … [Read more...]
The Australian Drug Foundation has launched a new online resource today to help parents to have ‘The Other Talk’ with their children about alcohol and other drugs. Research shows that one in five 16 and 17 year olds drink risky amounts of alcohol at least once a month and 36% of 12-17 year olds drink to get drunk every time they consume alcohol¹. Research also shows that parents are the greatest influence on their teenagers and they … [Read more...]
New CEO of Parkinson’s Victoria, Emma Collin (pictured), says her focus will be on delivering improved quality of life for the 27,000 Victorians living with Parkinson’s and their families. The Board of Parkinson’s Victoria recently announced Emma Collin as the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer. With a professional background in the not-for-profit and Local Government sectors and diverse senior management experience, Emma is well … [Read more...]
According to new research by Professor Brian Morris in the School of Medical Sciences at the University of Sydney and neonatologist Dr Tom Wiswell in the USA, over the lifetime 1 in 3 uncircumcised males will get a UTI, compared to only 1 in 12 circumcised males. But this new research is unlikely to impress opponents of Professor Morris, who has become the target of much scorn and outrage from those who are fundamentally opposed to the … [Read more...]
Up to 85% of people who are clinically blind could benefit from the world's first Bionic Eye, currently being developed in Australia by Monash Vision Group (MVG). The prototype for MVG's direct to brain bionic eye (see images gallery below) was designed by Mark Armstrong from Monash Art Design and Architecture. Mark was also responsible for the Nexus 5 design used for that other world first, the Cochlear Implant. The Bionic Eye is an … [Read more...]
New research released last month by the Diversity Council Australia (DCA) found that although women over 45 represent a sizeable and growing segment of Australia's labour force, employers are failing to fully utlise their skills and talents. The research, Older Women Matter: Harnessing the Talents of Australia’s Older Female Workforce, produced in partnership with the Australian Human Rights Commission with Sageco, investigated how … [Read more...]
Wine lovers in Sydney were introduced to them at Aussie Wine Month celebrations in April. Headlining the Women in Wine event at Circular Quay were four of Australia’s most recognised female winemakers: Katherine Brown from Brown Brothers, Janice McDonald of Burch Family Wines, Corrina Wright of Oliver’s Taranga and Rebecca Willson of Bremerton. Katherine Brown has always had a passion for wine. Following her Degree in Entrepreneurship from … [Read more...]
Since the death of more than a thousand garment workers in Dhaka, Aussie retailers have been under increasing pressure to sign the Bangladesh Accord to ensure the safety of workers in their supplier factories. Last month, more than a thousand garment workers died when the Rana Plaza building collapsed in Dhaka. This month Kmart and Target became the first Aussie retailers to sign the Bangladesh Accord, joining more than 40 companies … [Read more...]
What do Netscape, HMV, Kodak, Borders and SAAB have in common? Surprisingly, a lot. They have each struggled to cope with change and as result, have lost the battle for relevance. The latest book by social commentator and best-selling author Michael McQueen, “Winning the Battle for Relevance”, reveals how organisations, individuals and brands can remain viable and relevant in an ever changing and rapidly evolving world. Having worked … [Read more...]
Apple today announced the introduction of iTunes Radio, a free Internet radio service featuring over 200 stations and a catalogue of music from the iTunes Store. When you tune into iTunes Radio on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, PC or Apple TV, you’ll have access to stations 'inspired' by the music you already listen to, Featured Stations curated by Apple and genre-focused stations that are personalised just for you. iTunes Radio … [Read more...]
A recent report from the Consumer Action Law Centre, Fresh Start or False Hope, expressed concern at the number of businesses that emphasise the benefits of debt agreements, while understating the consequences. The Consumer Action Law Centre looked at websites that promote debt agreement services and found many provide an extremely optimistic view about what can be achieved through a debt agreement. Gerard Brody, CEO of Consumer Action … [Read more...]
Research released today by the National Australia Bank (NAB) and the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) shows that more than three million Australians don’t have access to a basic transaction account, a moderate amount of credit, or general insurance. The report, Measuring Financial Exclusion in Australia, shows the problem is growing with the percentage of the Australian population excluded from accessing these basic services rising from 15.6% … [Read more...]
The National Archives of Australia has created its own SODA stream (Stream of Digital Archives) to alert people to recently digitised records from its collection of more than 50 million items. The SODA website is updated daily, adding all archival records from its collection that have been digitised in the previous 24 hours. With between 100 and 1000 records digitised each day, SODA provides a reference point for researchers interested in … [Read more...]
QBD The Bookshop has launched eBooks and e-reader apps for iOS Devices, Android Devices, Windows and Mac OS X. QBD The Bookshop’s Director, Mark Robinson, said the integration of eBooks has been long awaited by many loyal QBD customers. “Our eBook soft launch was a great success last month and gave us the opportunity to fine tune our eBookshop and free e-reader,” said Mr Robinson. “The app will allow book lovers to read and … [Read more...]
The Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) has declared the month of June "I Love Small Business Month", an opportunity for all Australians to thank small businesses for the significant contribution they make to the Australian economy. In 2012, the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) introduced I Love Small Business Day with a special event in Canberra, providing all politicians with a wish list of items for the parliament to consider in … [Read more...]
If you don’t have a large deposit, buying with family or friends could be an attractive option to tackle the cost of home ownership and help you get into the property market. Co-ownership allows you to combine your earning capacity to borrow more and you’ll only need to pay a portion of the deposit and ongoing property costs. There are several ways family and friends can help you get into your home sooner, but you should be aware of the … [Read more...]
37 year old Shari Ware is half the woman she use to be after losing a staggering 100kgs. “I feel like Superwoman!” said Shari Ware, after losing the weight. Shari now believes she can do anything after shedding more than half her original body weight with the help of The Biggest Loser Club, one of Australia’s leading online weight loss programs. The 37 year old single mum from the Gold Coast, battled with her weight her entire … [Read more...]
Seven years ago Michelle Nazaroff underwent life saving open heart surgery. During her recovery she achieved extraordinary results in her body, mind and spirit. Today, Michelle's passion is to educate, motivate and inspire others to ‘Get Fit from Within’ and become a living testament of health and vitality. Michelle was born with aortic stenosis (abnormal narrowing of the aortic valve). Her heart required a new aortic valve desperately … [Read more...]
One of the biggest criticisms leveled at Weight Watchers is a mistaken belief that the commercial weight loss program can offer no scientific evidence as proof the Weight Watchers approach actually works. But new research presented this week at the European Congress of Obesity in Liverpool, reveals that participants in Weight Watchers lose five times more weight on average than those who decide to go it alone¹. The randomised controlled … [Read more...]
As a woman, knowing some key things about your mother’s life journey can give you an idea of what to expect and what to keep an eye on. Some important questions to ask her are: “When did your periods start?” Girls in Australia mostly start their menstrual periods at around 12-13 years old, but if your mother started hers earlier it’s likely that you will too. “What have your periods been like?” Women can experience periods … [Read more...]
Bosnia War survivor and small business owner, Hasiba Cesko from South Australia, has been named Barnardos Australia’s Mother of the Year 2013. Hasiba Cesko has led a remarkable life. Born in Bosnia, she had her first child when she was just 19-years old. Four years later, she gave birth to her second child in the thick of the Balkan Wars. Her husband was in the army, so she spent her early 20’s carrying her daughter on her back, with her … [Read more...]
Gillian Franklin, the Managing Director of Australia's largest cosmetic company, The Heat Group, says when making hiring decisions, businesses should consider the highly developed skill sets of working mothers, including multi-tasking, people management, collaboration, and delegation. The Heat Group is the exclusive Australian distributor of Max Factor, COVERGIRL, Bourjois, essence and Jeanne Arthes fragrances, the official licensee of Warner … [Read more...]
Jean Hailes for Women's Health have released an ebook "Women's Words of Wisdom" available for FREE download for PC and Mac, iPad, Tablet and Smart Phone. Earlier this year, Jean Hailes for Women's Health asked women around Australia 'What do mums wish their daughters knew about physical and emotional health?'. They received dozens of invaluable tips from health professionals, politicians, celebrities and most importantly, from women. The tips … [Read more...]
If you're a small business owner, you need to be aware that you're a target for scammers. While you may think that scammers will be easy to spot, many businesses still fall prey to common scams. In 2011 and 2012, more than 1 million fraudulent transactions were recorded in Australia. Keep a watchful eye out for anything suspicious, and do your research into any offers you might receive, especially through your email. If you think you've been … [Read more...]
The award-winning documentary The 100+ Club is having an encore screening on ABC1 TV on Saturday, 18 May at 12:30pm. This 30-minute film follows three sprightly Aussie centenarians who are living proof that you are never too old to chase a dream. There’s Ruth who at 102 years of age is the planet’s oldest competing athlete, entertainer Olive (104) who is determined to stage one last performance, and Dexter a spring chicken at 101, who hopes … [Read more...]
History often ignores the contribution made by women to nation building and the ways in which women have supported the communities that underpin healthy democracies like Australia. The Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (M.A.D.E) in Ballarat, Victoria wants to change all that when it officially opens to the public on 4th May 2013. M.A.D.E. has chosen Mothers Day weekend (11th & 12th May, 2013) as the date for the first annual M.A.D.E By … [Read more...]
Australian pillow manufacturer Tontine has developed a new pillow for asthma sufferers. According to the manufacturer, the Tontine Sleep Angel™ pillow has a filter which prevents bugs and allergens which are common triggers of asthma attacks, from entering into the pillow. According to Asthma Australia one in ten Australian adults and children suffer from asthma. Living well with asthma means less symptoms and being able to do the things … [Read more...]
The mystery of why some people get fat eating high-fat foods while others can stay skinny on a diet of burgers and chips is closer to being solved. Research led by the University of Sydney in collaboration with the University of NSW investigated a genetically modified strain of mice. The researchers unexpectedly found that the mice remained thin on a high-fat diet. The researchers already knew that a protein called KLF3 turns off genes … [Read more...]
With these three simple recipes created by Five Star Personal Trainers, having a few friends over for dinner means you and your guests won't to spend hours in the gym the next day to work off everything you ate the night before. Apple Poached Salmon Ingredients 1 x Salmon fillet for each person 1L Apple juice for poaching Dressing: 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. Apple Juice Concentrate Handful fresh mint and parsley 1 tbsp. Fresh lemon … [Read more...]
By Stephanie Daga for The Style Glossy Whether you stayed up partying at the new bar across the street or had left a project undone until the night before its deadline, a late night is bound to happen. And while you may not feel so fresh the next day, you can certainly fake it! Oddly enough, a fake fresh face in the morning starts the night before. If you can still stand when you walk through the door at 2 a.m., then take the time to wash … [Read more...]
On Wednesday May 1st the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) and Australian fashion label Witchery want to fill the steps of the Sydney Opera House with people wearing white shirts for National OCRF White Shirt Day 2013. Organisers of "UNITE in White" for ovarian cancer need 1,200 Sydney-siders to reach their target, a number which represents the number of Australian women diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. If you would like … [Read more...]
Here are some scary numbers: Heart disease caused the deaths of 9,780 women in this country in 2011; 90% of Australian women have at lease one risk factor; and 50% have two or more risk factors for heart disease. The biggest killer of women is not ovarian cancer, it's not breast cancer, it’s heart disease, and it is Australia’s single biggest cause of death in both women and men. Now for the good news! 90% of your risk for heart … [Read more...]
Spinifex Press has released a revolutionary book that challenges our preconceptions about the past. Invisible Women Of Prehistory by Judy Foster and Marlene Derlet, argues that three million years of peace, a period when women’s status in society was much higher than it is now, preceded the last six thousand years of war during which men have come to hold power over women. We often think of history as a linear development in which we are … [Read more...]
The career of Aussie mumpreneur Rhian Allen could be a blue-print for how to build a successful online business. After falling pregnant with her first child and completing a nutrition course, former lawyer Rhian Allen, left her corporate job to start-up a website to help new mothers to lose their baby weight and feel great post-pregnancy. To date, the online Lose Baby Weight diet and exercise plans have helped Aussie mums to collectively lose … [Read more...]
This information is brought to you by business.gov.au The Small Business Support Line has put together their tips for business planning success. Here are their top 10 tips: 1. Is this a great idea? Research as many aspects of your business as you can before you start it - for example; is there a market for your product/service? Who are your competitors? Do you have the financial capacity to start a business? 2. Have 20/20 … [Read more...]
Thousands of women will cross the borders of Syria on International Women's Day to join Bushra, who this week became the one millionth Syrian refugee. According to UNHCR more than 472,000 women and girls have now fled Syria to neighbouring countries. Bushra, a 19 year-old mother of two, became the one millionth registered refugee from the Syrian civil war when she registered with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in the Lebanese city … [Read more...]
New research commissioned from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) challenges the picture our society has of working women. Social researcher Suzi Skinner calls it 'Invisible Women Syndrome'. Although we can all agree that family-friendly workplaces are definitely a step in the right direction, many women are concerned that the diversity push has stalled. The ABS research commissioned by Optimiss Consulting, reveals the majority of … [Read more...]
On the eve of International Women's Day 2013, working women in Australia want more flexibility in the workplace and greater representation of women in senior management. The majority of Australian Women would choose work-life balance over wealth and think 'having an interesting job' is one of the key indicators of success. According to the What Women Want @ Work study* released today by LinkedIn, professional woman identified the gender pay … [Read more...]
Get your 14-day Free Trial to Weight Watchers Online 2013 – no obligation, cancel at anytime! Sometimes with our busy lives it can be tricky to plan 30 minutes out of your day every week, or you might prefer to self-manage your weight-loss. So as an alternative to attending meetings, Weight Watchers offers you the option to follow the ProPoints Plan and the new Weight Watchers 360° Online. … [Read More...]