Aboriginal Health Key Focus of Mental Health Week
Last month we celebrated mental health week, which had a specific focus on a review into our mental health system recommended Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health be prioritised and mental health be included in Close the Gap targets. We want to bring special attention to a Melbourne organisation who provides tireless work to help establish culturally-safe aboriginal health programs. They are DDACL in Dandenong. The Co-op was established in 1975 and over the years has developed strong links to mainstream agencies and increased their capacity for providing essential services to improve Aboriginal health in the area. They have [...]
Alternative Medicine becoming more Mainstream
As health problems are becoming more prominent in society, people are now less inclined to see a doctor and take a bunch of pills. Rather, they are turning to natural therapies and alternative medicine to improve their well-being. Because of this, we felt it necessary to do a review of some of the best natural therapies available, and the businesses who offer the best service. Reflexology Reflexology has been around for over 5000 years, and is practiced widely all over the world. It focuses on using finger and thumb pressure techniques on the feet and hands, providing a non-invasive natural [...]
Melbourne’s Best Dentists in 2015
Everyone hates going to the dentist. But if you go to a good one, at least it makes things slightly less daunting. Which is why we have compiled a list of the best dentists in Melbourne. […]
Antique Auctions Drawing in Large Crowds
Second hand household items are growing in popularity as Melbourne buyers are becoming more and more interested in attending Auction Houses around the city. Of particular interest are antiques and retro furniture, along with vintage jewellery. […]
Payroll Services Better Outsourced Than In!
If you own a business with multiple employees, chances are you’ve had to deal with payroll. Many bosses can’t afford to put someone qualified on full time to deal with this aspect of the business, and are usually too busy (and underqualified) to try and do it themselves! […]
Roman Blinds voted most popular
The results are in! A 2015 survey of Melbourne adults aged 18 to 80 has ranked roman blinds as the favourite window covering for your home. More than 36% of those surveyed ranked the smooth luxurious blinds as their favourite. Reasons for the pick included high level UV protection, fits into a range of room styles, easy to use, has a smooth comforting feel about it, and is easily fitted to the window frame. […]
Low Doc Loans Crucial For Self Employed
Borrowing money is an important part of our lives, and without it, the majority of people would find it hard to function on a day to day basis. Mortgages allow us to buy our dream home, credit cards help us pay for that overseas trip, and no-deposit options from retailers allow us to purchase that 60 inch LED tv in time for Christmas! But when it comes to loans, having a strong credit history and solid paperwork can be very important. Lenders have tightened their requirements, especially after the craziness of the global financial crisis a few years ago. This [...]
A Plumbing Emergency Needs Quick Action
We've all experienced it before. A pipe has sprung a leak and it spraying water everywhere, which is spreading across the floor and messing up the place. We put a couple of saucepans down to try and catch some of the water, but in reality we need it fixed...and fast! An emergency plumber is a saviour in our time of leaky need, and finding one who will come to us quickly, any time of the day or night is not an easy task. Whether it's a leaky pipe, dripping tap, blocked toilet, dishwasher flooding or anything else, a reputable plumber [...]
Artificial Turf Will Reduce Your Garden Maintenance
People who live in apartments will tell you that one of the benefits is not having to worry about gardening. We as a society are become busier....working longer hours, spending more time commuting thanks to increased traffic congestion, going out more thanks to social media keeping us in the loop better, the list goes on. So it's no surprise that we lack the energy, or time, to do lots of work around the house. A garden can be a masterpiece for many homeowners but to others, it can be another chore generator. Mowing the lawn is regularly listed as one [...]