Written by Donna Cameron Do you remember being young and looking up to people who inspired you? They could have been actors, authors, or business people. It really didn’t matter who they were but they were doing something that you admired, something that caught your attention and something that you wanted to do when you grew up. These people were…
Written by Peter Horsfield, as such they are his personal views. Let ‘It’ Go It’s a process Take Care of Yourself Start Now Let ‘It’ Go. The past is dry cement. It’s set. We can’t be changed. It is what it is. The reality is “life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards” Soren Kierkegaard. The challenge…
Written by Principal Lawyer, Brooke Reardon Did you know that when you are planning your Estate, you can leave a gift to charity? Supporting charities plays an important role in many people’s lives. If you are a charitable person and want to leave something behind for a charity when you die, you can leave a gift for that organisation in your…
Written by Stephen Molloy Leadership is the accomplishment of a goal through the direction of people involved. In this ever so changing world that we live, the importance to create value for others is stronger than ever. Some may assume that leadership qualities are only found in military or management roles within the workplace, however leaders are found in your…
Written by Suzana Talevski Have you ever gone through a rough patch in your life or just had an off day and realised on reflection how much of a positive role your pet played in helping you feel better? A range of research shows that contact with animals can improve our well-being and state of mental health. Many studies have found…
Here is a take on a classical French recipe Niçoise Salad. It can be served either as a salad or an entree, which I personally feel it is more suited for. Niçoise Salad is almost the perfect meal, it contains starch, vegetables, the crispness of the green beans. The freshness of tomato, then the umami taste of the fresh tuna,…
Managing time in this world of social media madness.
Written by Peter Horsfield Many of us assume there is a silver bullet formula to attain happiness in our pursuit of personal growth and a higher quality of life. Better education, our career advancement, improved family harmony, more money, material assets and healthier etc. However the paradox is that happiness in itself is not in having these ingredients of happiness…
Written by Grace Conyers Can I tell you a secret? My superpower is ADHD, and I am highly dependable, fully functional human being… all while being unmedicated. Yes, it’s possible to achieve all your goals with ADHD! Oh, I know. Today’s view on ADHD is that it’s terrible, something to be medicated into oblivion. That’s not how I see it…
With this recipe, you can just as easily use a store-bought pastry sheet, especially if you are pressed for time. Provencal Tart is a great way to use up vegetables within your fridge. Though I would suggest trying this recipe prior to augmenting it, as I think it rocks. You can term this another type of pizza, if you like,…
On Trend For Separating Couples Written by Marie Fedorov We’ve all heard of life coaches and fitness coaches, but the latest trend for separated couples across Australia is to head towards the future with the help of a divorce mediation coach. With a 2018 report by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealing that the average time time from marriage to…
Written By Joe Zhou The definition of “Wealth” on Google dictionary is an abundance of valuable possessions or money. Now in the past, that’s what I used to believe, if I have money to buy a house by the beach, travel anywhere I want whenever I want, buy a nice car, among other things. So for me, at that time…
Written by Peter Horsfield We’re going to live a free life, a happy peaceful life. This means more to us than anything in the world. This is a story about freedom and every day doing the little but important things. About Paul Kelly’s inspiring and moving song about Vincent Lingiari Paul Kelly- From Little Things Big things Grow And Albert Einstein’s famous quote is “Compound…
Don’t Be Bullied Along the Way! Written by Eriks Draiska Selling a home is a detailed process, but it isn’t rocket science either. Sometimes real estate agents and their sellers try to simplify it too much and miss the important steps. Every day new homes are listed for sale. However, many of the finest homes are not sold and ‘expire’…
Although the combination of celeriac, parsnip and pear seem somewhat at odds with each other. They really work well together especially in this recipe for Celeriac & Pear Soup. We have sparked it up with the use of the fresh truffle, which is not necessary. Soups are always a perfect starter to a meal, and this one is no exception…
The traditional risotto prepared with arborio rice is a classic of the Italian kitchen. We have taken this and reworked it to substitute the rice with beautiful pearl barley. Which provides, as long as it is cooked correctly a similar level of creaminess as the rice provides. Our recipe here for Pearl Barley & Chanterelle Risotto featured the chanterelle mushroom,…
Written By Eriks Draiska –Managing Director – Plaza Real Estate Buying or Selling a property involves one if the most expensive financial transactions of our lives. The internet has made the process easier and quicker but like many things care is required. Here are a few things to keep in mind in your search for the perfect home. Photographs There’s…
Understand the hidden costs we rarely usually consider.
Either consume this soup hot or cold, it can be enjoyed either way, the combination of fresh ingredients allows the flavour to be enjoyed either way. Creamy Asparagus & Watercress Soup brings together not only healthy ingredients but rather ingredients that are packed full of power. The vitamins and health benefits of asparagus and watercress are enormous, not to mention…
If you are on the lookout for new and exciting salad recipe ideas, here is a winner, just for you. Asparagus and Cress Salad certainly ticks many of the boxes, especially if you are looking for a plant-based salad option, which is not part of the ordinary. I need to add a caveat here though, this is a recipe only…
This BBQ Baby Leek & Asparagus recipe is based upon a traditional recipe from the Spanish cuisine cookbook. The sauce used is better known as sauce romesco, which is a staple in Spanish cuisine. This recipe is perfect as an accompaniment to an alfresco dining experience, or as a side dish for a more substantial course. If you have chosen…
& 5 Ways to Harness It Written by Camille Lucy Everything begins as energy, then manifests or solidifies into form. (The Power) Would you believe that your thoughts can actually change your DNA? The brain is remarkable and your thoughts are extremely powerful. By harnessing your thoughts, you can access your subconscious mind and actually change your DNA. What’s more, negative thoughts…
Written by Nikki Cox Women are naturally multi-taskers, and this innate skill ramps up significantly after you become a mother. Constantly trying to remember things you need to do, people you need to call, appointments you need to book, decisions you need to make… just to feel like you are in control of your life and are always ahead. As…
