Lifestyle
The secret to family holidays: how to get your teenage and independent kids on board
17 April
As kids grow into teens and young adults, family holidays often become a harder sell. They’ve got social lives, part-time jobs, study pressures, and their own sense of independence. But when you realise you might only have a handful of chances...[Read More]
Safety on inland water courses and life jacket requirements in Australia
16 April
Australia’s inland waterways, such as the Murray River, are popular destinations for boating, fishing, and recreational water activities. However, despite their tranquil appearance, these watercourses can pose serious risks. Strong currents,...[Read More]
AI and 3D technology weaponised in fight against cancer
16 April
Australian researchers will ‘print’ cancer cells in 3D and use artificial intelligence software to analyse them after receiving a $2 million grant to invest in the technology. Macquarie University and the Australian Cancer Research Foundation...[Read More]
Stamp prices set to rise as snail mail volumes shrink
16 April
Licking a stamp for an envelope could cost more after the regulator flagged allowing price increases by Australia Post. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has formed a preliminary view not to oppose a 13.3 per cent rise in the price...[Read More]
Food-obsessed pups’ weight under the microscope
16 April
Food-obsessed Labradors and Golden Retrievers of all shapes and sizes are being recruited to a study to understand obesity in dogs and how best to prevent or tackle the disease. Researchers are investigating how dogs can be impacted by their curvy...[Read More]
Avoiding isolation: staying socially connected and emotionally fulfilled at any age
10 April
Social connection is a fundamental human need, just like food and shelter. Regardless of age, staying connected with others plays a crucial role in our emotional and mental well-being. In a world that’s increasingly digital and fast-paced,...[Read More]
Hearing aids to heart monitors: tech is going healthy
9 April
Wearable gadgets did little more than count steps when they first appeared, promising to assess a user’s health depending on whether they hit 10,000 a day. But the technology, which now ranges from smartwatches and fitness trackers to smart rings...[Read More]
Devastating cost of fraudsters, scammers revealed
9 April
Sylvia Chou clicked a link on Facebook and three months later, she had lost $2.6 million to scammers. The advertisement for a currency trading platform was a sophisticated scam that wiped out her savings, and led to her borrowing money and...[Read More]
Respect your time: breaking free from instant availability
3 April
Constantly replying instantly to every work message reinforces two harmful assumptions: first, that your time is endlessly available, and second, that your personal focus isn’t important. Responding immediately may feel productive, but it...[Read More]
Managing finances and lifestyle activities during retirement
3 April
Retirement is a complex period divided into various phases, each with its own set of financial requirements and lifestyle considerations. Understanding how to budget for each stage can help you make the most of your post-career...[Read More]
No evidence smartphone bans help children: academics
2 April
Banning smartphone and social media access alone fails to equip children for the healthy use of technology in the future, a group of international experts argue. Writing in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), the collection of academics argued there...[Read More]
Astronaut Katy Perry to shoot for the stars in April
2 April
Katy Perry will go into space in April. The Teenage Dream singer revealed in February that she would be part of an all-female crew – which also includes presenters Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez – to travel on the next launch of Jeff Bezos’...[Read More]
The currency of connection: where true happiness lies
27 March
Financial wellbeing is often equated with security, stability, and the ability to afford life’s necessities and luxuries without undue stress. However, true happiness transcends monetary wealth, finding its deepest roots in meaningful...[Read More]
The top 5 international destinations retirees should have on their bucket list
27 March
If you’re an Australian or British retiree, retirement is the perfect time to travel the world and explore the places you’ve always wanted to see. Travelling may lead to much more than just a relaxing vacation, too. Seeing the world in your 50s,...[Read More]
Aussie families pocket thousands in childcare savings
26 March
The average Australian family will save more than $4000 a year in childcare fees as the federal government moves towards universal access to early education. Pressure has long been mounting on governments to improve childcare accessibility and...[Read More]