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THE MIRACLE TREE COMES TO BUNDABERG
Moringa is a powerful and versatile plant often called the “miracle tree” because of its many health benefits. It’s native to parts of Africa and Asia and grows quickly. The tree has edible leaves, pods, seeds, and flowers, but the most popular variety is Moringa...
New Year Reset
Happy New Year, dear Reader! I pray that 2025 is kind to you, your family and to us all. Did you overindulge over the Xmas/New Year period? Too much food, alcohol, not enough sleep, stressed? Are you feeling a bit BLAH? Food fatigued? Yep, I get it! I didn’t...
Book Review: Mirror dinghies and The Unlikely Voyage of Jack de Crow
Having recently finished restoring a 50-year-old Mirror dinghy, I was once again drawn to read one of my favourite sailing books, THE UNLIKELY VOYAGE of Jack de Crow by A.J. Mackinnon. While this book, published ten years ago, is well known among the dinghy sailing...
Watch Out! You’re under A-TAX!
Let’s continue our series on Economics in One Lesson. In Chapters 5 and 6 of Economics in One Lesson, Henry Hazlitt explains how government spending and taxes affect the economy in ways that might not be obvious at first. Hazlitt’s ideas show that...
Bee Kind to the Bees
You may have heard alot of buzz around the bees. Various campaigns emerging to ‘Save The Bees’, but why and what from? Let’s start by saying Bee’s are vital because of their role in pollination. Pollination is crucial for food production, biodiversity, and ecosystem...
CANNED LAUGHTER
Fake laughter can be the worst possible sting, As useful as having to wear fake bling, So hands up who invented it, Lets recognize the work of that demented nit, Who introduced this phoniest thing, Or did it come from America tied up with string. America gave the...
The Off Grid Zone – February
I often ponder how our pioneers must have lived with candles, lanterns and without the basics of pleasantries like ceiling fans. I mean, they built houses with high ceilings, wide verandas and even lifted the house for airflow. Now I don’t want to say the modern...
The Cost of Living: How It’s Changed from 1975 to 2025
Have you ever wondered how much things cost back in the day compared to now? Let’s take a look at how the prices of everyday items and houses have changed in Australia over the past 50 years. The difference might surprise you! Groceries: Then vs. Now The year is 1975,...
REDFEB: What is it?
The term REDFEB stands for Red February, a campaign to raise awareness about heart disease prevention and the link between heart health and cognitive abilities. REDFEB encourages participants to wear red during the month of February, as a means of raising awareness...
NEW YEAR NEW YOU: The Health Benefits of Running
Exercise, particularly running, is a common addition to New Year’s resolution lists as it offers an achievable way to improve health and well-being. After the holiday silly season, many people feel motivated to make positive changes in their lifestyle, among diet...
Nurtured by Soil, Enriched by Culture
How the Volcanic Terrain and Diverse Population Shape the Isis and Bundaberg Region What an amazing part of the world we all live in. With an agreeable subtropical climate likened to Hawaii, residents enjoy warm outdoor temperatures throughout the year. The region...
Why We Need a Safe Swimming Enclosure Back at Woodgate Beach
Woodgate Beach, with its beautiful sands and crystal-clear waters, has been a beloved spot for families, retirees, and beach lovers for decades. But there’s one thing that’s been missing for far too long—a safe swimming area where everyone can enjoy the water without...
Enjoy a Healthier Festive Season
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, making cherished memories with family and friends, celebrating with decadent food and fizzy drinks. It’s also the time when the most incredible, mouthwatering, satisfying family-favourite celebratory dishes are laid...
FINANCE COLUMN: Economic Fallacies
Last month we explored the connection between finance, laws, and inflation. We examined two concepts: Henry Hazlitt’s “Economics In One Lesson,” which highlighted the need to consider the broader consequences of government policies, and the Hegelian Dialectic,...
Website Mistakes: Don’t Serve Up Garbage!
Don’t Serve Up Garbage! So, you’ve decided to take control and host your company’s website. That’s awesome! This is a big step, and you should be proud of your decision. But now, there are some important things to think about. Where do you want to host your site?...
Childers Uke Day Out: Music, Community, and Fun!
This weekend, the Childers Uke Day Out was a fantastic celebration of ukulele music, community spirit, and good times. The event kicked off with a lively Ukulele Workshop at the Wesley Methodist Church, held from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Friday. We were thrilled to have...
NEW OFF GRID COLUMN – The Off Grid Zone
2024 sure has been an expensive year to be a human so it’s no wonder more and more people are looking to add batteries to their existing solar system or go off the grid completely. The good news is that with the modern batteries being so reliable and system costs...
Queensland Businesses Facing Growing Struggles with Unpaid Invoices: Impact on Cash Flow and Local Economy
Business owners across Queensland are increasingly frustrated as they face mounting challenges with unpaid invoices. Many are reporting that clients are not responding to phone calls or emails and are refusing to settle their bills despite clear agreements for...
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