Raising a happy generation
Positive thinking is important, but so is hard work. read more
View ArticleR U OK? Who will you ask?
Every single Australian is capable of asking, “Are you okay?” It is a simple question which can make a real difference to people struggling with a problem – little or big – in silence. read more
View ArticleWhite Australia Day - or Multicultural Movement Day?
We have only been celebrating Australian Day on the actual date - 26 January - since 1994 when the public holiday was declared. The message of inclusiveness has stayed the same but Sue Ellson asks if...
View ArticleCulture shock real for international students
Moving to any new country can be a difficult journey of adjusting to life in a new environment. Vivian Chen looks at Australian culture through the eyes of an international student.read more
View ArticleHarmony Day - Do you feel like you belong in Australia?
Today is Harmony Day, and the motto is ‘Everyone Belongs’. Sue Ellson from the Newcomers Network invites us to get off our chair, say hello and smile to someone we don’t know in order to celebrate...
View ArticleIn defence of shyness – but there’s a downside
Being shy can be quite charming, but also isolating. Leicester Warburton says that when we look up, smile and show a genuine interest in people, we realise we are not alone. read more
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Inspire conversations
Thursday 11 September we are encouraged to meaningfully ask “Are you ok?” There is research suggesting that this simplest of questions can make a difference in suicide prevention.read more
View ArticleHow to remember a friend
Prime Minister Tony Abbott has launched a book with collected works of the late journalist Christopher Pearson. Peter Fritz is part of a group of friends who have gathered some of the best columns and...
View ArticleThe NextStep for young people’s mental health
Finding mental health help can be overwhelming and confusing for young people. ReachOut NextStep is a new online tool stepping young people through the process of seeking tailored support. Associate...
View ArticleGive Harmony A Chance – Finding Your Peace Within
Today is Harmony Day, which is all about cultural diversity, inclusiveness a sense of belonging for everyone. Sue Ellson says a good start to live harmoniously as a society is to be a little kinder to...
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Community starts at your front door
Neighbour Day on 27 March 2016 is Australia’s annual celebration of community. Held on the last Sunday in March every year, it’s a day to remind ourselves to build better relationships with the people...
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Have a night in, get the word out
Friday 29 July 2016 is White Ribbon Night. The event raises funds to help stop violence against women. Communities across Australia are asked to have a night in to get the word out.read more
View ArticleRelationships can make or break us. So how are young people learning them?
The quality of young people’s future is dependent on their understanding what is involved in building healthy relationships in all aspects of their lives. Sue Roffey says this needs to be part of...
View ArticleHow to oxygenate your conversations
Do you sometimes silently scream when you have yet another exchange about the weather in your daily encounters? Leah Sparkes encourages us to be courageous and explore the bigger questions of what it...
View ArticleShould we cancel Christmas?
At such a busy time of year should we be worrying about the Christmas stress? Dr Jenny Brockis shares her thoughts.read more
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