Lifestyle
Spin the globe: A mystery itinerary for the curious, retired traveller
12 February
Retirement brings with it a rare luxury: time without deadlines, mornings without alarms, and the freedom to say yes to curiosity. This itinerary begins not with a booking engine or a checklist, but with a simple ritual. Place your hands on a globe....[Read More]
Top 10 ways people relieve stress (and why it matters more than you think)
12 February
Stress is part of modern life, but living in a constant state of tension isn’t. Left unchecked, stress can quietly erode your physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships, and overall quality of life. The good news? Many of the most...[Read More]
Aged care isn’t just about care: What families need to know before it’s urgent
12 February
Aged care is a broad term used to describe the support and services provided to older Australians who need help with everyday living as they age. This can range from basic assistance at home—such as cleaning, meals, and transport—through to...[Read More]
Tips on teaching your kids about investment
12 February
How to Teach Your Kids About Investment As a parent, you want what’s best for your children. This is why you teach them about cleanliness, health, nutrition, good behaviour, the value of education and so on. But how come very few parents take the...[Read More]
Australian social media ban both a success and failure
11 February
When Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez revealed plans to ban children younger than 16 from social media, he did so based on a precedent set in Australia. His announcement at the World Governments Summit came two months after an Australian law...[Read More]
The way to happiness and success
5 February
Happiness and success are deeply intertwined but aren’t always the result of material gains or high-status positions. Instead, a fulfilling life and career stem from aligning your values, passions, and actions in ways that promote well-being and...[Read More]
Preparing to go caravanning in Australia
5 February
Preparing for a caravanning trip in Australia is an exciting venture, especially for those embracing the freedom of remote work. Australia’s diverse landscapes, from its sun-kissed beaches to the rugged outback, provide a spectacular backdrop for...[Read More]
Financial independence: guiding adult children to contribute at home
5 February
Many parents face the question of when their adult children living at home should start paying board and contributing to household expenses and chores as they transition into adulthood. The question of when and how much to charge, as well as the...[Read More]
Valentine’s day: The good, the bad, and what really matters
29 January
Valentine’s Day tends to divide opinion like few other dates on the calendar. For some, it’s a highlight — hearts in shop windows, dinner reservations, flowers wrapped in crisp paper. For others, it’s awkward, commercialised, or even...[Read More]
Spin the globe: A couple’s guide to travelling slowly, deeply, and together
29 January
There’s a moment that happens when you travel as a couple — usually somewhere between packing bags and boarding a plane — where you realise this trip isn’t really about the destination at all. It’s about time. Time away from routines,...[Read More]
How parents lose connection with their adult children — and how to avoid It
29 January
Parenting doesn’t end when children grow up, but it does change. The role that once involved protection, instruction, and decision-making must evolve into something very different: a relationship between two adults. For many parents, this...[Read More]
What’s for dinner? Aussies cook up fresh uses for AI
28 January
Australians are using artificial intelligence tools to impress their boss and cut hours from their working week but the technology is also creeping into the kitchen and renovation plans. Preparing special meals for friends and family has emerged as...[Read More]
The soundtrack of our lives
22 January
There’s a song for almost every chapter of your life. Hear the opening notes and suddenly you’re not where you are anymore — you’re back there. Back in the car with the windows down, back in your childhood bedroom, back at a moment of...[Read More]
Where the globe stopped: A journey to the edge of the world
22 January
We spin the globe not because we don’t know where to go, but because we want to be surprised. The finger hovers for a second longer than usual, the world blurring beneath it, continents flashing past like old postcards. Then it stops. Right down...[Read More]
5 Tips for communicating with senior family members
22 January
Whether it’s your parents or grandparents who are living with you, providing aged care comes with its own set of challenges. As time passes, you may realise that communicating with a senior can get more difficult as they advance in age. Daily...[Read More]