Who makes the money in publishing? Nobody. This often repeated dark joke highlights a serious issue. The most recent figures show that Australian authors earn just $12,900 a year from writing work (the median, at $2,800, was even worse). Indeed,...
The COVID-19 pandemic produced a run on the things people need to produce their own food at home, including vegetable seedlings, seeds and chooks. This turn to self-provisioning was prompted in part by the high price rises for produce – including A$10...
I live in a vegan family situation. I have been a vegan for over 33 years and my partner, poet and novelist Tracy Ryan, has been a vegan for over a quarter of a century; our 16-year-old son Tim was conceived and born a vegan, and remains one. If you...
The federal government has announced a A$3.5 billion upgrade to the National Broadband Network (NBN) that will grant two million households on-demand access to faster fibre-to-the-node (FTTN) internet by 2023. Reports from the ABC suggest the plan...
The Warren Centre’s Inclusion2 (Inclusion Squared) program is delighted to announce a new partnership with Inspiring Rare Birds to support female entrepreneurs on their journey to success. “We are delighted to partner with The Warren Centre to support...
HERVE’S NEW SINGLE SPREADS A TIMELY AND TIMELESS MESSAGE FOR A WORLD IN NEED: “GIVE LOVE” The Multi-Talented Singer, Songwriter and Musical Citizen Of the World First Performed the Song for the United Nations In Honor of Their 70th Anniversary, Backed...
Florists won’t be the only ones doing a roaring trade this Valentine’s Day with psychics around the country expected to be inundated with requests for advice on how to find that special someone. Rose Smith runs Absolute Soul Secrets the largest psychic...
With trust in organised religion and established authorities such as governments at all time low, more and more people are searching for answers from a spiritual means elevating psychics to an unprecedented level of popularity in recent years. Rose...
NOT ALL PSYCHICS ARE CREATED EQUAL - AND WE ALL HAVE SOME ABILITY Psychics are not just your stereotypical whacky weirdos armed with a crystal ball and a deck of tarot cards according to the owner of the southern hemisphere’s largest psychic network....
If you’re a student or recent graduate, then you are fully aware of the stress of trying to nail down “that internship.” It can be hard to find employment at a place you like if you don’t have the necessary experience in the field to help you succeed....
In a new report, leading climate scientists sound the alarm. Our current actions are not enough to stop the warming of the planet. Scientists warn that the temperature of the planet without significant consequences can rise only by 1.5 C - irreversible...
Studying abroad presents a ton of opportunities. Amidst the excitement of travel, experiencing a new culture, and sheer marvel of it all, the trick is to be able to do everything on a student budget. In a country like Australia, managing finances alone...
On the night of January 9 2020, my wife and I secured our Kangaroo Island home and anxiously monitored the South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) website for bushfire advice. After many horrific weeks of bushfires, the winds had again shifted, and...
The final year of school is one of the most demanding periods in a student’s academic journey, which is why year 12 tutoring has become an essential support system for many students. Year 12 brings increased workload, high-stakes assessments, and...
Student accommodation is a vital part of the college experience, as it can provide a sense of community and a support system to students who are away from home. Finding the perfect accommodation can be an overwhelming task, as there are numerous...
Getting your education online can be daunting for many students. Firstly, you might wonder whether you’ll be getting the same knowledge as on-campus students. Secondly, you might be worried about online classes fitting your lifestyle. However, just in...
Choosing to send your child to one of the best private schools can seem like an expensive decision, but it’s worth it when you look at the long-term benefits of the education they’ll receive. This type of schooling will help them develop more critical...
Even before COVID-19 hit, Australia was experiencing slow growth in GDP per capita and real wages. There has been a distinctly lower rate of both economic and real wages growth since the financial crisis of 2008-09. Advanced economies around the world...
A fitness trainer is a person who supervises workouts and monitors the correct execution of exercises. He can work with both beginners and professional athletes. The main task of his activity is to correctly distribute physical activity in order to...
Now there is a headline we never thought we would see. The Melbourne rental market has seen some turbulent demand in recent years, but now Melbourne is at rate parity with Perth of a median rent of $430/week, and only $5 more than Adelaide. So, how did...
Effective packaging begins with understanding the product, bottle material, artwork and production requirements when planning bottle label printing. H...
Modern industrial systems depend on accurate communication between sensors, machines and control systems. An I/O controller can help manage this commu...
Mining environments place considerable demands on equipment used for material transfer, water management and processing. Hoses operating in these co...
We have all been to those parties where everyone just stands around the kitchen island, staring at their phones, waiting for someone else to make a mo...
Lighting can influence how a room looks, feels and functions, so the right fitting should be selected according to both appearance and practical req...
Keeping a workplace clean requires a service that can accommodate everyday tasks as well as the particular needs of the business. Professional comme...
Caravan ownership is about more than having somewhere to sleep while travelling. For many Queenslanders, it is one of the best ways to explore regio...
Two quotes landed on a Hills District homeowner's kitchen table last spring for the exact same 80-square-metre backyard. One said $12 a metre. The o...
1,276 people in NSW hospitals have been medically cleared for discharge but remain in hospital because they're still waiting for NDIS or aged care sup...
The effects of recent NDIS reforms are beginning to move beyond policy papers and into day to day service delivery. A new national survey is asking ...
What new Australian parents unwrap, keep, and quietly thank you for months later.
Six weeks after my daughter was born, I did an audit of the baby sh...
Parents have always been part of the disability sector. They advocate, coordinate services, challenge decisions and often become the person holding ev...
An international medical conference compresses many responsibilities into a few days. A delegate may need to present research, move between venues, ...
The diamond industry has changed significantly in recent years as more buyers seek ethical, affordable, and sustainable alternatives to mined diamon...
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A family road trip is one of the best ways to explore Australia together. And, travelling by caravan gives you the freedom to take your time, stop a...
