Category: News
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Amidst the devastation of Australia’s bushfires, comedian Celeste Barber emerges to rally help from around the world
Comedy queen and newly crowned face of the fundraising effort born out of the bushfire crisis, Celeste Barber, has reportedly raised more than $50 million for the state’s Rural Fire Service through her Facebook crowdfunding campaign to help battle the ongoing blazes ravaging up and down New South Wales. The public figure, famed for her…
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NSW Police brace as the heavily condemned Sydney lockout laws are lifted today
Today NSW Police are setting to brace for the worst, while hoping for the best, as the city celebrates the much anticipated removal of Sydney’s controversial lockout laws. Set in place by the O’Farrell government in 2014 with the intention of decreasing the level of violence seen in popular night time locations around the CBD, the laws…
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Helpful tips to navigate Dementia this Christmas season
The festivities of Christmas and the New Year is an exciting time for many, but they can also be extremely challenging for individuals with cognitive impairment.The changes in routine, increased social engagements and confusing changes to the decor in their living environment can be overwhelming, leading to increased agitation and confusion. If you are preparing…
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A legend in the field, Clive James dies at 80
Poet, critic and TV personality Clive James, known for his witty dry humour has passed away at 80. Clive James dies at age 80, after nearly a decade of being diagnosed with leukaemia, kidney failure and lung disease. Passing away at this home in Cambridge on Sunday. The Australian author and TV personality, star of…
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Disney Plus Has Just Launched Down Under
Both Australia and New Zealand were in for a treat this month as Disney Plus launched this morning (November 19) and by the looks of things, it is already giving Netflix a run for its money as the new platform is becoming one of its biggest competitors. Disney’s new platform is already cheaper in comparison…
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Should we call Sydney’s iconic NYE harbour fireworks show into question?
Questions have arisen as to whether the traditional New Year’s Eve firework display over Sydney harbour should go ahead this year in light of the recent fire and drought devastation that has ravaged much of New South Wales and Queensland. In the last week, we have seen over three times the amount of land burned…
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Ride-share turned conglomerate group Uber announces new loyalty program
In news that should prove beneficial to frequent online food ordering and ride-share service lovers nation-wide, this week conglomerate group Uber unveiled its new Australian loyalty program, Uber Rewards. The service will operate similarly to other popular rewards programs like FlyBuys by rewarding customers for using Uber services and awarding them points for every time they spend…
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In trying times for retailers, another fashion giant folds
The advent of the internet has welcomed many services designed to make our lives and world more globalised. Sadly, these advancements have also led to the disintegration of many services that once stood before them; most notably in recent times, the collapse of TV and movie services, DVD’s and the once iconic video-rental store in light…
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The Dr Helen Difference
When Dr Helen first opened up her Melbourne dental surgery in 2008, she was looking to start a boutique, personalised practice where she could oversee a patient’s treatment from beginning to end. What Dr Helen didn’t realise, was that by offering this tailored care model patients suffering from dental anxiety would soon flock to her…
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Everything You Need To Know About Dental Implants & Post Op Care
A straight smile can give you the confidence you need to take on the world! We spoke with Dr Helen about Full Mouth Dental Implants and the benefits of having your treatment in Australia with locally made dental implants, rather than overseas. Why do patients get treatment overseas? When a patient is considering getting one,…