There is a lot parents can do to help their children become more responsible, both within the home and in the wider world. While the education system plays a big role, parents are in the best position to teach their kids the art of responsibility through household chores, financial education, and other routines that help develop good lifelong habits. There […]
Physical exercise influences the brain in many ways, increasing neurotransmitter levels, improving oxygen, and enhancing nutrient delivery. Physical activity affects both how we think and how we feel, with people who exercise likely to experience a number of cognitive and psychological benefits. Whether its memory, brain function, or protection from the negative effects of anxiety and depression, studies are increasingly […]
Television culture is changing before our very eyes, as traditional TV networks compete with online downloads and streaming services. Media streaming service, Netflix, continues to lead the way, with the US giant recently announcing record earnings for the first quarter of 2014. While the Internet has long been used for the distribution of existing TV material, Netflix and other providers […]
After a long period of negotiation, Australia has signed a new free trade deal with Japan. Prime Minister Tony Abbott and his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe have settled on the major points of the bi-lateral agreement, with both leaders promising significant advantages across a range of industries. The Australian agricultural sector is a big winner, with Australian consumers also set […]
According to the March Business Confidence survey by Roy Morgan Research, there has been a modest recovery in business confidence throughout Australia. The real estate sector continues to lead the way with the strongest gains, followed closely by professional services and wholesale trade. While the recovery may only be small at this time, there is also a strong belief that […]
Shared or 50/50 parenting is an arrangement where each parent spends an equal amount of time with their children, either within a partnership or following a separation. While this ‘equal time’ deal may seem like a win-win for parents and children alike, according to some experts, this new ideal offers up just as many challenges as the paradigm it tries […]