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    Each day is the start of a new year!

    Each day is the beginning of another year where small changes result in long-term improvement.

    Beyond New Year’s resolutions

    When you are thinking about your New Years’ resolutions or goals, consider how this year will be different.

    Seven tips for living life to the fullest on a budget

    Tips to bring fulfilment to your life on a budget.

    Melbourne’s favourite fun run is back in 2024

    The Herald Sun/Transurban Run For The Kids is an iconic event on the fun run calendar.

    ‘ELDER ABUSE’ ON THE RISE BUT FEW SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE WESTERN SUBURBS

    An increasing number of older Australians are experiencing ‘elder abuse’ and support services are struggling to cope.

    THE FINE LINE BETWEEN LEISURE AND PAIN

    ‘Leisure sickness’, a phenomenon described as: 'the condition of people developing symptoms of sickness during weekends and/or vacations'.

    BRING IT ON 2024, WE ARE READY!

    We acknowledged that picture perfect was too high to aim for but that we thought having authentic moments with those we cared for was more attainable. 

    WHEN IT FEELS LIKE THE WORLD IS BURNING, FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL

    She agreed to reduce her exposure to news channels or social media accounts that often show graphic images as they’re likely to increase her risk of vicarious trauma.

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