How to Better Support your Favourite Beauty Business … According to a Salon Owner with Over 268,000 Instagram Followers

If you’re a regular at your local hair or beauty salon, it’s no secret that these spaces are more than just places for pampering. They’re sanctuaries where self care meets community connection. However, recent findings by salon software company Timely reveal that many beloved beauty businesses are facing major challenges, from rising operational costs to…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa06/11/2024

Endota Spa Founder Melanie Gleeson Shares Her Own Wellness Secrets

The morning that I speak to Endota Spa owner Melanie Gleeson by phone, she’s surrounded by boxes as she prepares to merge two offices into one headquarters in Melbourne. Having built the business to 100 locations across Australia, employing over 1000 people (around 90 percent are women), and with an annual network income of $60 million, it’s…

ByIlona Marchetta06/11/2024

Beauty & Fashion Hair Skin & Body

How Young is Too Young to Start with Serums?

Forget slapping a dab of toothpaste on your pimples! Today's adolescents are decidedly more sophisticated. And, as a result, teenage skin care routines have transformed in recent years - with a growing number of teens considering products beyond the classic cleanser and moisturiser. But, with serums packed with active ingredients like salicylic acid, niacinamide,…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa04/11/2024

Wellness & Health

When Good Intentions Go Bad

James Gleeson takes a closer look at political correctness, plus size models & medals for everyone We are living through the slow motion detonation of unintended consequences. The shocking racism, misogyny, sexual harassment and “fat shaming” of previous generations was in dire need of redress, but the cure of political correctness has spawned unimaginable problems…

ByJames Gleeson04/11/2024

Health Wellness & Health

A Nutritionist’s Tips On How To Boost Your Immune System

Boosting your immune system has never been so important and an effective yet simple way to do so is actually through the foods you consume, as 80% of your immune system is located in your gut. There are three key vitamins that can bolster the immune system, which we can access with minimal effort through certain…

ByRobyn Foyster04/11/2024

Quick & Easy

Aussie Steak Sandwich – Ben O’Donoghue

Flank steak is an often-overlooked option when it comes to barbecuing. Cut from the belly, it is substantially tougher than rump or sirloin and benefits from being marinated and tenderised. Ideally, this recipe should marinate for two days. For this reason it has a far better flavour than most grilling steaks. Flank steak is popular…

ByRobyn Foyster03/11/2024

Fitness Health Nutrition Nutrition Wellness & Health

The Real Benefits Of Fasting

“After reviewing the research, I have come to the conclusion that short-term intermittent fasting was not only an effective and easy way to lose unwanted body fat, but it was also associated with many amazing health benefits.” Dr. Brad Pilon In dozens of peer-reviewed scientific studies, short-term intermittent fasting has been found to have the following…

ByJames Gleeson03/11/2024

Baking Entertaining & Wine Healthy Quick & Easy Your Recipes

Pumpkin Soup Gwinganna’s Asian Style Thai

If you want to treat yourself to an Asian-style pumpkins soup, then it's hard to improve on this recipe. It's straight from the kitchens of Gwinganna, in the hinterland of Queensland's Gold Coast. Gwinganna's Asian Style Thai Pumpkin Soup Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 500g pumpkin, chopped 1 medium sweet potato, chopped 1 large onion, diced 2.5 litres vegetable stock (see recipe below) 2 cloves…

ByRobyn Foyster03/11/2024

Health Wellness & Health

The K.I.S.S Approach To Health: 5 Simple Ways To A Healthy You

“Keep it simple, stupid!” lacking political correctness, but wise words nonetheless. There is a problem-solving principle in philosophy called Occam’s Razor: the simplest solution tends to be the right one. When applied to the pursuit of health, much confusion can be avoided. Do you see food as a problem? Does it involve endless strategy, the need for…

ByJames Gleeson03/11/2024

Food & Drink Healthy

Nourish To Flourish: The Best Foods To Get Your Glow On!

We’ve all heard the common adage; you are what you eat. Food is fuel for your body, but it doesn’t just provide us with energy. Our gut is home to trillions of bacteria, which influence everything from our genes to our mood. Nourishing your body with the right nutrition can positively impact your health, magnifying…

ByDonna Aston03/11/2024