Whether you live in a rural setting or an urban metropolis, making a productive fruit and vegetable garden can be easier than you think. From small vertical herb gardens and edible areas through to full-scale production, people are increasingly learning to grow their own food regardless of their location. Whether you’re concerned about sustainable food production or simply want access […]
Sugar is an important part of the human diet, with over 165 million tonnes of sugar consumed globally each year. Despite this massive popularity, however, an increasing number of sugar alternatives have hit the market in recent years. With consumers able to choose between a range of synthetic sweeteners and natural products, there are more ways to satisfy your sweet […]
Whether you want to study zombies, Beyonce, or underwater basket weaving, universities around the world continue to expand into weird and wonderful territory. No longer a simple choice of arts vs science or law vs medicine, modern students have access to more academic choices than ever before. Let’s take a look at some of the stranger offerings available from our […]
Home lending in Australia continues to rise, with property investors outpacing owner occupiers and first home buyers continuing to struggle. According to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), total loans rose 2.3 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in September to reach $28.87 billion. While investor loans rose 3.7 percent, owner occupier loans rose just 1.4 […]
First home buyers are still struggling in Australia, with activity flat across the board and new buyers feeling increasingly priced out of the market. According to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), first home buyer activity currently accounts for 12 percent of all owner-occupier home loans, and just 7 percent of total home loans. However, NAB […]
As the green movement grows around the world, people are no longer content waiting for government and big business to act on environmental issues. They often say change begins at home, and when it comes to sustainability, nothing could be closer to the truth. With consumer demand growing for homewares that are both beautiful and ethical, retail and building industries […]