The negative effects of alcohol are well known, with too much drinking known to cause a range of health problems. Not all alcoholic beverages can be painted with the same brush, however, with wine offering a number of health benefits when enjoyed in moderation. Drinking red wine is said to improve your memory, strengthen your immune system, and improve your […]
With more people travelling than ever before, an increasing number of us are looking for fresh and authentic experiences. Traditional holidays and weekend vacations are not the only thing on the menu any more, as technology makes the world that much smaller and work opportunities open up both online and around the world. Post-tourism is one name given to this […]
The Australian dollar continues to tumble, slipping below 76 US cents for the first time since May 2009. Despite falls of almost 20 percent since mid 2013, the Aussie could drop even further in the months ahead. While no-one knows how far it will go or how many bumps it will have to navigate along the way, most experts expect […]
The number of property market investors is on the rise in Australia, with over billion in commitments recorded in December 2014. While housing affordability is getting worse and rents are dropping according to the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), housing investment continues to gather pace. Investor commitments are at their strongest level in New South Wales, with all states […]
Cleaning is an inescapable part of everyday life, no matter where you live. From the jungles of Indonesia to the high rise apartments of Manhattan, different cultures around the world have developed their own rituals to clean away the daily grime. Whether it’s a simple sweep of the floor every morning or an extended spring clean that goes on for […]