Life Matters - Separate stories podcast
Life Matters helps you navigate the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work, and the world. With trusted experts and your stories, the show explores what truly matters to you. This podcast features separate stories from the program.
Episodes
Richard Glover's read all the parenting books. Here's how you ruin a child
Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual. But if you're looking for advice, there are endless tomes out there decreeing the dos and don'ts.Since Dr Spock, so-called "experts" have been making parents feel guilty about the myriad ways they'll inevitably screw up their kids.These days, there is so much conflicting information it can feel impossible to sort what's useful fr
Social Studies: Protesting as a national identity
Students across France are protesting for better quality education, for the fourth week in a row. The demonstrations are part of a long history of protest that is baked into the nation's cultural identity.Closer to home, strikes and walkouts seem to be popping up more than ever, across all industries — from teachers to airline crews to miners. So how does that sense of identity f
Does designing for disability have to be so ugly? The case for aesthetic mobility aids
Wheelchairs, walkers and commodes aren't usually things of beauty.More often than not, products for people with mobility needs or disabilities are hospital-like and boring. But do they have to be? A shower chair just received a Good Design Award for its thoughtful, human-centred design, which the judges said re-imagines assistive furniture.What benefits might come from designing
Work In Progress: How to combat tech neck
You spend around 2,000 hours at work each year, and if you're doing it in the wrong position, eventually it's going to hurt. Many people at the workplace are sitting at a desk and looking at a screen for hours on end, and while you can optimise your set-up, you also need to get physical.So what are the things can you do to best look after yourself and prevent the dreaded tech nec
Is chasing a Michelin star really worth it?
For the first time ever, South Australian restaurateurs are about to find out if they've landed a spot on the world-renowned Michelin Guide.Anonymous inspectors have been dining in secret to hand-pick locations, sampling sauces and quietly judging each plate.But who decides which restaurants are worthy of a gold star, and how far do restaurants have to go to earn the privilege?Wh
Australia has a truckie shortage. Could women help solve it?
From the milk in your coffee to the phone in your pocket, so many things we use every day come off the back of a truck.But we have a growing problem. Australia is short at least 28,000 truck drivers, and that number is forecast to grow to nearly 78,000 in the next three years.A new report from the University of NSW has identified an untapped talent pool — women, who currently mak
Judith Lucy tried to get well. Cancer had other plans
The thing about cancer is — it doesn't care what else you've got going on in your life. It will strike whenever it is ready.For comedian Judith Lucy, the moment cancer chose was just weeks before she launched her latest book Well Well Well, auspiciously all about a health journey she's been on.She's spent the last few years trying ayahuasca. Someone else's poo. MDMA and psylocibi
Buyer Beware: Are consumer confidence surveys really accurate?
Last week a survey revealed that consumer confidence was at its lowest since the late 1990s. It's the latest news in a pattern of pessimistic updates this year — but do these measures really say anything about people's habits?How do these surveys work, and are they an accurate predictor of the economy?
How to raise a reader in a house full of screens
Between Netflix, podcasts, games, books, and endless apps, in most houses, there are umpteen sources of entertainment vying for our attention. And when you hear that younger generations aren't developing the reading skills they need, it can be tempting to panic and paint the digital devices as the enemy. But the real picture is more complicated than "books good, screens bad".Tech
How 'peckable architecture' could help solve the animal housing crisis
Whether it's a friendly possum making a racket in your roof cavity, or a family of birds nesting under your eaves, plenty of Australians are sharing their homes with native animals. Our cities are largely built for humans, but they can be a haven for wildlife too, including threatened and endangered species. So how do we design our common spaces with all critters in mind?
Behind the rise in elective egg freezing, and what comes next
Egg freezing has become increasingly popular in recent years. For a lot of women, it can provide peace of mind to have an option in your back pocket if you decide to start a family later down the track.But the process can be incredibly emotionally, physically and financially taxing — and there's no guarantee you'll end up with a baby at the end of it. A recent study from research
When your faves get the band back together — do you care?
If you found a special kind of scene in your 20s going out every weekend to see bands you love, are you getting back out a few decades later to see them again —on their comeback tour? Alt-rock superstars of the 2000s Powderfinger have announced they are re-uniting next year, it will be their first time performing as a group in 17 years. So what makes you actually buy a ticket to
Dr Billy Garvey wants you to rethink masculinity for your son's sake
If you've been paying attention to the news, to your social media feeds or to really any and all pop culture lately, you've likely heard that boys are not alright.They're isolated and mentally vulnerable. They're getting sucked into this thing called the manosphere. They're behind in school.But if you're only looking at the bad parts, the beauty and complexity of raising boys can
Ask Aunty: Getting petty in a rocky relationship
When your relationship is on the rocks, what's your conflict style? The aunties are here to help our listener navigate a seemingly petty dilemma that could signal bigger issues.
Li Cunxin on the life lessons that came after Mao's Last Dancer
Even if you've never been to the ballet, you're probably familiar with Mao's Last Dancer, the extraordinary memoir of Li Cunxin.It tells the story of how a young boy in rural China was plucked out of poverty to train at the Beijing Dance Academy and went on to become one of the most acclaimed ballet dancers in the world.Mao's Last Dancer sold hundreds of thousands of copies world
Ask Aristotle: The ethics of 'ghostploitation'
Brands using celebrities to endorse their projects is nothing new, but what about using the likeliness of someone who has passed?Last week a Swedish manufacturing company released an ad featuring 1930s film star Greta Garbo, who passed away in 1990.The ad used AI to recreate her likeness and voice. The concept has been labelled 'ghostploitation', and it raises some serious questi
Light pollution is robbing us of stars. Can we reclaim our night sky?
When you go outside at night, can you see stars?It might sound like a strange question if you live outside a major city, but for many Australians, the glow of our cities at night is making the stars harder to see — and it's getting worse.Data collected by citizen scientists around the world has found that light pollution is making the night sky 10 per cent brighter each year.It's
It's time we talked about death
Death is unavoidable, yet a new study has revealed Australia is lagging behind when it comes to understanding and preparing for it.The 2026 National Death Literacy and Readiness Report found just 52 per cent of Australians have completed their will, and only 29 per cent have talked about their end of life wishes.So why are we so unprepared for death, and how can we become more "d
Pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. How well do you understand it?
Around the world, the leading cause of disability isn't infection, road injury or stroke. It's pain.A landmark study of 6 million participants from over 100 countries has sought to better understand pain over the course of a person's life.It found that women reported higher levels of pain across their entire body than men, and that overall, people experience heightened pain at ag
Why men (secretly) love romance books
From bodice rippers to romantasy, there is no denying the popularity and sheer commercial power of the romance novel.And while many a #BookTok influencer are all too happy to share their favourite spicy reads, for men who enjoy romance fiction, it seems there's still a certain stigma attached.So what would it take shift the narrative so that everyone could enjoy a little reading
Can you really trust your bank with a mortgage offset account?
Collectively, Australians hold almost $350 billion in mortgage offset accounts attached to their home loans — and that balance has increased by 28 per cent over two years.But not everyone appears to be reaping the benefits.An ASIC investigation earlier this year found banks had paid out more than $55 million in compensation to customers in just two years, for failures with mortga
The great daylight saving debate and the secret politics of time
As daylight saving kicks off, and the debate about when the clocks move should move forwards and backwards returns, it's time for a philosophical chat about time.Who decides what time it really is? Because if we can just change it twice a year when the weather warms up, what does it even mean?
Head and Heart: The anxiety before a big decision
The last time you made a big change in your life, you may have felt overwhelmed by the pressure to make the right decision.Whether it be buying a house, popping the question or deciding whether to have another child, it's natural to feel anxious before these big moments.But when does that anxiety become too much? And how do you navigate those feelings to avoid analysis paralysis?
Why The Magic Pudding is Andrew Daddo's favourite Australian children's book
For Australian entertainer and children's author Andrew Daddo, there is one classic kids' book that has stood the test of time.Sitting around the fire hearing about the adventures of a magic talking pudding stands out as a treasured childhood memory, and a uniquely Australian tale.
James O'Brien shares the reality of life after limb loss
Life can change pretty fast. For James O'Brien, what started as a dream beach holiday ended up with him losing a leg. There are over 160,000 amputees living in Australia and each one has their own story of loss and having to rebuild their life.In a new podcast called The Limb Shift, James shares his experience with other amputees, exploring stories of resilience and renewal.
How to define what makes a 'good salary' in 2026
For many Australians with a mortgage, kids and rising living costs, earning a six-figure salary is no longer the guarantee of comfort it once seemed to be.Results from the latest HILDA data shows the income Australians say they need to feel satisfied is climbing higher and higher.So is this just a case of lifestyle creep, or a genuine struggle to pay the bills even with a decent
What can a 500-year-old book teach us about how dangerous ideas spread?
The phrase "ditch the witch" has reappeared in Australian politics recently to attack and criticise female politicians — always associated with images of broomsticks and pointy hats.But why do we picture witches that way, and why are they associated with evil?The answer lies in a 15th century book.Malleus Maleficarum (The Hammer of Witches) was a manual for how to hunt, torture a
Balancing the bedroom scales for a satisfying sex life
Sex positivity has never been more talked about, but that doesn't mean the bedroom has caught up. And the stresses of everyday life can make a big impact, from resentment over the mental load to the daily grind of parenting. So what happens to a relationship when sexual satisfaction is lopsided?
Ask Aunty: Is it worth reconnecting with a high school sweetheart?
This week, the Aunties share their advice with a listener who reconnected with an old flame at their high school reunion. But how can they tell whether it was just a nostalgic fling, or if there really is something more waiting to be discovered?
Why the surcharge ban could lead to a cash comeback
Australian consumers are living in a surcharge-free world with businesses now banned from charging for card payments.It sounds like a small win for households, but businesses will likely need to find a way to cover the cost.Could a surcharge ban lead to higher prices? Or could businesses start offering discounts to those paying with cash?
The (often overlooked) benefits of getting older
Ageing tends to get a bad rap in a society that prizes youth.In a world obsessed with looks-maxxing, biohacking and optimising, many of us are actively trying to escape it.But growing old is a privilege, so perhaps it deserves more celebration. It brings wisdom, experience and neuroscience suggests some of our cognitive functions and emotional stability can increase over the year
The rollout of Thriving Kids begins under a cloud of uncertainty
From today, children in most parts of Australia with mild to moderate autism and developmental delays will begin transitioning away from the NDIS and to a new state-run program called Thriving Kids.It's a process that is expected to take 18 months, but not a lot is known about how Thriving Kids will work, and not every state is on board.What does this mean for the families impact
Work in Progress: Surviving burnout season
If you're feeling the burn right now, you are not alone. An estimated 82 per cent of workers are at risk of burnout, and the end of the year can be a risky period.Burnout is a deep-seated physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion brought on by long-term workplace stress. It's a phenomenon that's been around long before it had a name, but are we any better at dealing with it now?
Suzie Miller on telling stories of Australian women's strength from the courtroom to the footy field
Almost 170 years ago, the Australian game of football was born. But it would take more than a century before anyone dared to suggest that women could play professionally on a national stage, and another decade before that dream became a reality.The AFLW is now marking its 11th season in 10 years, which feels like an apt moment to reflect. So what kind of grit does it take to forc
How financial strain can impact your mental health
Yesterday the RBA raised interest rates to the highest point in 15 years.In a time where people are already doing their best to save, these pressures seem to be compounding on people.So if you are struggling, what are the practical things you can do for your mental health and best financial outlook?
Why younger generations are lonelier than ever
The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be brutal. One day, your friends are just there, your routines are familiar and you know where you fit. Then suddenly, you leave school and everything changes. This phase of life has always been hard, but something has changed. Recent research shows rates of social isolation have nearly doubled over the past two decades, with young
AI is listening in on your doctor's appointment. Can you trust it?
More and more GPs are embracing the use of AI during patient consults.They use AI scribes to record, transcribe, and summarise everything we say.But in the wake of a rogue AI agent hacking into a Medicare website, public trust in AI has been shaken.So what happens to the data AI scribes collect, and can they be trusted with our most personal information?
Buyer Beware: How streaming platforms combated piracy
It was only a few years ago that piracy was one of the main concerns for the media industry. But since the rise of streaming platforms, rates of piracy have dropped. No longer resorting to illegal downloads, Australians are now paying an average of $42 a month on streaming services.So how did the industry manage to convince people that paying for a service was better than getting
Can an AI robot replace a human tutor?
Tutors are often the people who step up when your kids are struggling in their education.But AI is shaking up the industry, with two tutoring companies recently announcing they have been forced to close. One of the owners said while AI might not offer a higher quality tutor, it is hard to beat on value for money. So what does the future of tutoring look like, and can an AI really
Lost for words: Why we're talking less than we used to
There's no question that technology is changing the way we interact with the people around us. Gone are the days of calling up a restaurant to book a table for dinner — there's an app for that. And it may be affecting our speech, too. Over the last couple of decades, the average number of words we say out loud each day has dropped year on year. Between 2005 and 2019, researchers
Are couples without kids the happiest of all?
How would you rate your relationship, if you had to give it a score out of five?According to the latest Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) survey, most of us are pretty satisfied, giving an average response of 4.3.The data suggests relationships are even better if you earn roughly the same amount of money, share the household chores evenly... and don't hav
Why you love your unhinged best friend
When you really think about it, friendships are a strange kind of relationship. You're never going to marry them, but they'll be front row at your wedding.They're not family. But somehow, our closest friends show up for us the way family is supposed to.A good friend can change your life. A bad one can ruin it. Sure we all want friends who are funny, smart, loyal and kind, but we
Ask Aunty: new neighbours vs precious pooch
When new neighbours threaten the harmony of a quiet cul-de-sac by persecuting a precious pooch, it's time to ask aunty.
'Repetitive' and 'stubbornly generic'. How might we redesign suburbia?
Our suburbs are home to an incredibly diverse population. But when you look at Australia's urban sprawl, it can feel like someone simply hit copy and paste.The upcoming Future Suburb Symposium, hosted by the University of Melbourne, wants explore how to transform our suburbs from 'stubbornly generic, repetitive, and under-serviced', to places that are inclusive, exciting, and bet
Ask Aristotle: Is it ever ok to track your kids?
Where are your kids right now?If you're one of the 80% of parents using a child locating app weekly, you know their exact coordinates every minute of the day. Which can be extremely handy and provide peace of mind, but it's a far cry from your own childhood where you roamed through the world without being surveilled. So what are the ethics of these apps and can it hinder a child
Is holidaying with your pets worth it?
It's becoming easier to holiday with your pets in Australia, with at least one major airline now allowing small animals on planes and accommodation booking sites offering "pet-friendly" filters.But even if you find a motel or campground your pet can come to, what about the hikes, museums, cafes and restaurants, can they actually enjoy the holiday like you can?
The lifelong significance of your childhood home
Picture your childhood home for a moment. What details can you still remember? The colour of the kitchen cupboards? The view from your bedroom window? Your secret hiding spot?Lifelong memories are shaped by the daggy laminate benches and cracked vinyl couches of our childhood homes.Why does the home you grew up in stay lodged in your heart for life?
It's not just a headache, so why don't we take migraines seriously?
If you're one of the 3.9 million Australians living with migraines, you know exactly how debilitating they can be. But even though you know this, you probably have to do some convincing of the people around you.The condition is not just misunderstood, it's also under-estimated. Just this week the Australian Health and Welfare Institute estimated two in three people with migraine
Why 'open goals' could help you get fitter
New research shows that 3 in 4 people fail to achieve their physical activity goals, so is it time to ditch the step counts?Researchers are suggesting that having 'open goals' with no set specific target is a good alternative which can build to longer more sustainable changes.
Australians are living longer. What's the secret to living those extra years well?
They say life's short, but it's actually getting longer. By 2066, life expectancy for Australian women will have jumped from 86 years to nearly 90. And from 82 to 86 years for men. The number of Australians aged 85 and over will triple in the next 40 years.So how do we make sure those extra years of life are lived well?
What Olympian Libby Trickett learned from a kids' chapter book about a boring old day
As part of Radio National's Top 100 Australian Books countdown, Life Matters has invited prominent Australians to share their favourite Australian children's book. Libby Trickett was just seven years old when her mum first read her a classic Australian chapter book about a little girl having a very boring day.Years later, she's held onto the message about finding creativity in qu
Head and Heart: Adjusting to life as an empty-nester
The kids are out of the house and finally you have time for yourself to do what you want.But suddenly the home where all those memories are kept feels empty and a bit too quiet.How can you adjust to life as an empty-nester and prepare for when that time comes?
Hungry for a good book? Meet the Cookbook Club
This is a book club with a delicious difference.Instead of reading the same book and then coming together to discuss it, members of Cookbook Club Naarm cook dishes from the same cookbook, then come together to enjoy the meals together.With millions of recipes just a click away online, what is it that makes a cookbook worth reaching for time and again?
Why are some words given dictionary status, and what gets left behind?
If I asked you to define the words "copium" or "promposal", would you need to reach for a dictionary?Lucky for you, the largest dictionary in the United States has you covered for this particular slang.They're just two of more than 1400 words added to the Merriam-Webster online dictionary last week.Even though this may as well be French to you, these words are important to someon
How to raise the dementia question?
If you are starting to notice signs in your loved one that have you concerned, how do you start the conversation?Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia and a new survey reveals less than half of people living with dementia receive a diagnosis in the first year.What are the things to look out for and how do you approach having this vital conversation?
Can you train yourself to be tidy?
You either have a messy friend, or you ARE the messy friend. Papers all over the desk, shelves bursting with knick-knacks, a car interior that requires pulling on a HAZMAT suit before entering.It can be a chaotic dynamic.So is messiness something that's just part of your personality, or is it a habit we can control - or at least try to improve?And why is it something we strive fo
Ask Aunty: can you save a one-sided friendship?
When a minor infringement can tank an entire friendship, was it ever that serious? Is it a relationship worth patching up? We call in the aunties.
Is the competitive gene real?
Competition can feel baked into everyday life.Work meetings feel like they should come with score cards. Kids sport is full of frustrated parents with kids who seem like they would rather look up at the sky and bird watch than play.Open social media, scroll through snaps of an incredible round-the-world trip for a friend's 50th birthday. You didn't know you'd lost that competitio
Kids sport is all fun and games — until it isn't
Whether it's netball, hockey, soccer or footy, if you've got sporty kids, you're might be entering finals season at this time of year.Have you noticed whether the tension on the sidelines has ramped up as the games get towards the pointy end?Recent research from Flinders University looking into adult sideline behaviour in junior sporting leagues has found while it's all fun and g
The AI apocalypse could be the end of the world. (No, really this time)
"The people building AI earnestly believe it could kill us all by the end of the decade."That's a direct quote from 27-year-old Jacob Coxon. He used to train AI models at Anthropic, one of the world's biggest AI companies, before the existential dread forced him to quit.Days later, the CEO of Anthropic said autonomous bots could take over the internet within six to 12 months.AI d
Social Studies: Is it OK to play war video games?
The story of the Gallipoli campaign is a key part of our national identity.The ANZAC history has been commemorated in plenty of media over the decades but a new video game has raised some questions.What role does conflict play in creating national myths and why are some wars commemorated more than others?
Why you should stop and smell more than just roses
William Tullett says we're losing our knack for using our noses to help us navigate life. And he should know — he's an olfactory historian who has dedicated his career to understanding how this oft-overlooked sense has shaped not only our day-to-day lives, but human history.He argues we could learn a lot from stopping not just to smell the roses, but even the grislier scents too
Rhyme and verse! The youth resurgence of poetry
Poetry has always been a pure, earnest and powerful way for humans to express themselves.And in 2026, as our lives are increasingly filled with generative responses, it may offer the ultimate form of AI resistance. A recent UK study revealed that 24 per cent of people aged eight to 18 read poetry at least once a month, with 18 per cent writing their own prose in their free time.
The case for DNF — an ultramarathon runner on what she learned by not finishing a race
Among readers, there are two main camps: the completionists, who'll battle through every boring chapter even if they're absolutely hating it, and those who DNF (do not finish).The DNFers argue life is just too short to waste time on a book that doesn't spark joy. But it can be much harder to walk away from a goal that's taken years of effort, or feels intrinsically tied to your i
How we define heart attacks puts women at risk. That's about to change
Every day at least 150 people are hospitalised experiencing a heart attack.And research suggests that if you're a woman in one of those hospital beds, you're likely to experience roadblocks getting timely treatment.Thanks to a complex web of cultural and clinical blind spots, there's a gender gap in heart attack health care — researchers estimate that 20 per cent of heart attack
Buyer Beware: Does the celebrity rebrand ever work?
Madonna. Martha Stewart. Miley Cyrus. What do they all have in common? They've all attempted a celebrity rebrand. Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn, AKA Raygun has recently launched a rebrand of her own. After her kangaroo-hopping routine at the Tokyo Olympics was widely criticised online, she's sharing her side of the story in a tell-all Netflix doco — a tactic out of the cele
Do we need to return to pen and paper in the classroom?
The NSW government recently announced it will be implementing screen time caps in public school classrooms from 2028. It follows weeks of conversations in which federal education minister Jason Clare suggested students might need a "digital detox".But in the digital world we live in, what is the balance of screens and pen and paper learning?
What Misery Guts taught Hugh Van Cuylenburg about true happiness
Can you ever truly make someone else happy? You could spend years searching for the answer to this existential question, but perhaps all it takes is some perspective from a fictional 12-year-old.As part of Radio National's Top 100 Australian Books countdown, Life Matters has invited prominent Australians to share their favourite Australian children's book. For Hugh Van Cuylenburg
From laptops to loos, why are schools fundraising to cover essentials?
When Cate Gilpin discovered her school's Parents & Citizens Association (P&C) was fundraising thousands of dollars for classroom literacy resources, she couldn't understand why it wasn't coming out of government funds.Research shows her school is not an isolated case.P&Cs are being forced to scale up their revenue-raising activities to cover what many consider to be e
Why the humble 'hello' is dying out as a greeting
When the phone is buzzing in your pocket and you answer it, what do you say?There are reports that the humble "hello" is dying, with a UK study showing that 40 per cent of 18-24 year olds agree answering the phone without any greeting is acceptable.How does language change over time and what could be the future of greetings be?
Graeme Base on the accidental success of Animalia, 40 years later
When Graeme Base set out to create his second children's picture book, an English language illustrated alphabet didn't sound like a winning idea.But the three-year labour of love went on to sell more than 5 million copies worldwide, and set him up for a successful career as an illustrator and author that has spanned decades. As Animalia celebrates its 40th anniversary, Graeme Bas
How to make peace with your existential dread
If you've gone to see a counsellor or psychologist, you might be wrestling with tough questions: am I in the right relationship? Is my work right for me? How do I cope with my dysfunctional family? We don't usually ask more abstract questions like: what's the meaning of life? Can I ever truly know another person? Or, how do I make peace with the fact that everyone I love will die
Ask Aunty: How to tell a friend they're slowing you down — literally
When you've been training for a half marathon for months, but your best friend all of a sudden wants to run the race together, who wins when friendship complicates the competition? This week the Aunties share their advice with listener Ellie, who's torn over whether to slow down her pace and run alongside her friend, or stick to her goals and leave them in the dust.
Ask Aristotle: Should we bring back ethics lessons at school?
Ethics has been part of our national curriculum for over a decade, but it's not often a topic that's covered in its own dedicated classroom. Researchers in Queensland are calling for a more structured approach, arguing that formal ethics education can make a real difference to students in the long-term.So how should we be teaching our young people about morals, critical reasoning
Tim Jarvis on a life of exploring the most remote corners of the world
Many kids dream of becoming an explorer when they grow up, but Tim Jarvis is one of the rare few that turned that into reality. He has travelled to the most extreme corners of the world and is most well known for his recreation of Sir Douglas Mawson's survival journey across Antarctica and Sir Ernest Shackleton's expedition of 1916.Tim has dedicated his life to exploring and prot
Liane Moriarty on the children's book about a sickly dragon that had her in floods of tears
Children's books are often among the most worn out and beloved volumes on our shelves — they're stories we could recite with our eyes closed, that conjure special memories from years gone by.As part of Radio National's Top 100 Australian Books countdown, Life Matters has invited a few special guests to share their favourite Australian children's book. For author Liane Moriarty, t
You could soon have the 'right to be forgotten' online. What will it mean?
Australians could soon be given the right to ask large companies to destroy their personal information.The "right to be forgotten" is one of the changes being proposed by the federal government to strengthen Australia's privacy laws. A separate Children's Online Privacy Code comes into effect later this year. For Victorian parent Niels Wouters, the changes can't come soon enough.
How communities can brace for bushfire season
The European summer has seen one of the worst fire seasons in modern history with over 600,000 hectares burnt.With a Super El Niño event expected, what will an Australian summer look like?Disaster preparedness is already underway across the country, and community-building can play a key role in ensuring everyone is ready for what could be a tough bushfire season.
Not another Cinderella: Why is it so hard to find a shoe that fits?
Whether you're looking for a brogue, a boot, or a ballet flat, chances are that you'll have to try on a few pairs of shoes before you find the one that feels right. A recent study from RMIT University found 72 per cent of women were wearing shoe sizes that didn't match the actual length of their feet.Researchers say inconsistent sizing systems that don't always give customers acc
The downside of 'maxxing' every aspect of your life
You can't go anywhere online without being pressured to optimise your life in some way.Want to improve your appearance? Try #looksmaxxingWant to boost your chance of getting pregnant? #fertilitymaxxingOr maybe your gut needs #fibremaxxing?This pressure to optimise every aspect of life is not only changing us as individuals, it's also having a flattening effect on art, culture and
