I recently came across a news story about a hapless New York couple, who have taken their 30-year old son to court in a last ditch effort to get him to move out of home. My first thought was “only in America”. But here in...
If you are on the verge of a meltdown, you feel an impulsive urge to yell, scream, cry, or begin to argue. But remember that every time you lose your cool, you are ultimately giving away your power. Easier said than done, when you react impulsively and unconsciously...
We all have a soft spot for fried chicken; nuggets, drumsticks - you name it. But all that oil can cause havoc, not only for our insides, but also our waistline and skin (hello large pores, acne and oily T-zone). But this healthy version is packed with protein,...
If your golf clubs have been under wraps or your tennis racquet has been tucked away for some time, it could be worth dusting them off. Research by AMP found Australians who play sport regularly are 64% more likely to achieve their financial goals than...
Close to one in three Aussies is feeling the pinch financially, with money worries reportedly leading to sleep loss, conflicts in relationships, isolation, as well as a range of other things. These were the findings from the inaugural Financial Stress Index, compiled by global research firm...
A recent study has revealed that eating pasta regularly won’t make you fat - a finding that has caused great excitement in the media. However, dietitians like myself have been singing the praises of pasta for years. This latest research simply reinforces the view that carbs...
We’ve all been there. You’re in the grocery store, where you see bacon, your favorite cheese or yogurt, and since you love it so much, you decide to buy more than you usually would. Unfortunately, life has a habit of ruining even the best laid of...
If you’re finding it hard to get started in your chosen career—or your kids are doing it tough—you’re not alone. Many other young Australians are in the same boat, with a high proportion of young people working in part-time hospitality and retail jobs, even when...
Whether it's not-quite-right gifts you have received or the results of an annual clean out, your trash might be someone else's treasure. A survey by online marketplace Gumtree found that Australians received more than 21 million unwanted gifts for Christmas in 2017 with an average value...
With almost 80% of 55-64 year olds and 46% of 64+ year olds on-line in Australia, there is no denying that the SilverSurfer generation are embracing the World Wide Web – and not just from a computer – phones and tablets are fast becoming the most...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.