Lifestyle
BYD reveals Aussie electric dreams, plans to expand
7 December
Australia’s second biggest electric car brand will open another 30 retail stores and more service centres in the nation as part of a push to overtake leading vehicle makers. Executives from BYD and its Australian partner EV Direct made the...[Read More]
Preparing to go caravaning in Australia and the advantages of working remotely.
7 December
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]
5 Tips to Save Money This Christmas
7 December
Christmas always brings with it a certain warmth and cheer, and yet these days, a lot of people are feeling the pinch financially. As Christmas approaches, people consider all the items they need to buy for friends and family. Because of the current...[Read More]
Virgin Voyages launches in Australia with a splash
6 December
Sir Richard Branson has launched his new Australia-based cruise liner with a splash – plunging into the ship’s pool surrounded by dancers and champagne. The British business tycoon showed off an app feature that allows cruisers to shake their...[Read More]
‘It’s exciting’: Players back shorter Big Bash League
6 December
The BBL’s playing group appears convinced the decision to adopt a shorter fixture can help revitalise the league this summer. Australia’s premier Twenty 20 cricket league has been cut back from 56 regular-season games to 40 after frustrations...[Read More]
Why Financial Security is Paramount for a Satisfying Retirement
30 November
Retirement is often idealised as a carefree chapter in life, where one can indulge in long-postponed hobbies, travel, and quality time with loved ones. However, the idyllic vision of retirement is predicated on a foundation of financial stability....[Read More]
Tips for a meaningful Christmas
30 November
Creating a Christmas filled with genuine warmth and joy often seems like a daunting task amidst the hustle of holiday preparations. The season of cheer can quickly turn into a flurry of stress, leaving many of us more relieved than regretful when...[Read More]
Vehicles caught using more petrol in real-world tests
29 November
Early results from a $14 million program to test the real-world efficiency of cars on Australian roads has found more than half use more petrol than lab tests indicate, with some exceeding promises by 13 per cent. Two vehicles also produced more...[Read More]
Netball Australia makes pay offer to Super players
29 November
Netball Australia has made a pay offer to the sport’s elite players that would allow contracting to begin for the 2024 season while negotiations continue between the warring parties. The deal would mean all players receive an 11 per cent pay rise...[Read More]
Australia could see Hewitt’s Davis Cup stars in 2024
29 November
Doubles great Mark Woodforde believes Australian tennis fans could get the rare pleasure of watching Lleyton Hewitt’s Davis Cup team in action on home courts next year. And 17-time grand slam champion Woodforde, now an influential international...[Read More]
Insurance coverage designed to keep families financially protected
23 November
Protecting one’s family is a vital aspect of parenting, and every parent has their own unique ideas about what it means to keep their loved ones safe. As a parent, you feel the need to protect and keep your children safe, especially in the early...[Read More]
End of the road trip: Aussies drive less to save fuel
22 November
Most Australian motorists are driving less, ditching road trips and considering switching to an electric car to avoid rising fuel costs, according to new research. The Climate Council study, released on Wednesday, also revealed widespread support...[Read More]
Sunsmart campaign slip slop slaps into national archive
22 November
The catchy Slip, Slop, Slap! advertising jingle from the 1980s has been recognised as one of the quintessential sounds of Australia. The ad campaign first ran in 1981 featuring Sid the Seagull, who reminded beachgoers to slip on a shirt, slop on...[Read More]
Australia’s centre of power to power more electric cars
22 November
Australia’s centre of political power is poised to become a hub for electric vehicle power after the launch of 10 charging stations and plans to install more than 50. Senate president Sue Lines and House of Representatives Speaker Milton Dick...[Read More]
How the cricket world saw Australia’s World Cup triumph
22 November
REACTION TO AUSTRALIA’S WIN OVER INDIA IN THE WORLD CUP FINAL *ON TRIUMPHING IN TOUGH CONDITIONS “I think that’s the pinnacle of international cricket, winning a one-day World Cup, especially over here in India in front of a crowd like this....[Read More]