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Tamra Mercieca writes a weekly column for BayFM.com.au on health, lifestyle and balance.

She comes to us with a wealth of knowledge after becoming an advocate for Lifeline, following the publication of her first book The Upside of Down: A personal journey and toolkit for overcoming depression. More recently she used herself as a guinea pig for her book Getting Naked: The Dating Game, which explores the relationship we have with others and ourselves.

Her articles have been published in various health publications such as The Daily Telegraph/Herald Sun’s Body and Soul and Women’s Health and Fitness magazine. She also pens a coaching column in Nature and Health Magazine called ‘Ask Tamra’ and the Getting Naked column in Femme Fatale magazine.

Find out more information about Tamra and her company Getting Naked at http://www.gettingnaked.com.au

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PLAY TIME

When was the last time you took time out to ‘play’? Relationship therapist Tamra Mercieca looks at the benefits of returning to our child like ...

Wellbeing | 18 May 2012

DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT

We all know that life is full of ups and downs. Lifestyle therapist Tamra Mercieca looks at the best ways to deal with disappointment.It’s hard ...

Wellbeing | 14 May 2012

VISUALISE YOUR FUTURE

Step out of your body and into your mind and attract in a fabulous life. Mind Therapist Tamra Mercieca looks at the power of visualisations. Cre...

Wellbeing | 07 May 2012

OVERCOMING FEAR

Fear can freeze us; stopping us from moving forward. Mind Therapist Tamra Mercieca gives us a few tips on how to overcome our fears.We are taug...

Wellbeing | 30 Apr 2012

ENERGY VAMPIRES

Every human interaction involves an energy exchange, but some people just drain you dry. Tamra Mercieca looks at how to identify those life suc...

Wellbeing | 20 Apr 2012

GRATEFUL IN APRIL

We could all be a little more grateful, couldn’t we? Relationship expert Tamra Mercieca looks at the benefits of showing gratitude.So what is g...

Wellbeing | 16 Apr 2012

GUILT-FREE EASTER

Give in to your chocolate cravings and drink a cup of cacoa everyday – just for your health! Wellness coach Tamra Mercieca explains how. Hot ca...

Wellbeing | 23 Mar 2012

TAKING RESPONSIBILITY

If you mess up, fess up! That’s just one of the secrets to creating a happy future. Tamra Mercieca looks at how to get back in the driver’s sea...

Wellbeing | 16 Mar 2012

SEEING YOUR OWN BEAUTY

When you look in the mirror what do you see? Is it a beautiful soul in a beautiful body, or is it something less? Relationship therapist Tamra ...

Wellbeing | 02 Mar 2012

EXERCISE THERAPY

Keeping fit, managing your weight, and warding off disease are all side-effects of exercise. But did you know getting physical can do wonders fo...

Wellbeing | 02 Mar 2012

LAUGH-RODISIACS

The secret ingredient in love is laughter, and as Oscar Wilde once said "relationships are too important to be taken seriously". Relationship t...

Wellbeing | 24 Feb 2012

WATER WORKS

Unless you’re from Mars, you’ve heard about the ‘eight glasses of water a day’ thing. Yet it’s amazing how many people don’t drink enough. Tamra...

Wellbeing | 16 Feb 2012

THE SWING REVIVAL

Swing dancing is making a comeback and it’s not just the infectious rhythm and foot-stomping moves drawing in the crowds. Tamra Mercieca decide...

Wellbeing | 10 Feb 2012

SURVIVING V DAY SINGLE

Being single on Valentines Day can be tough, but making it through the most romantic day of the year can be a real eye-opener, if you’re up for...

Wellbeing | 04 Feb 2012

IGNITE YOUR SIXTH SENSE

Flutter your third eye, it’s time to tune into your gut instincts. Relationship therapist and author Tamra Mercieca takes a look at how to shar...

Wellbeing | 26 Jan 2012

Mosquito-borne virus on the rise

Three people died and 16 others were confirmed cases of Murray Valley encephalitis virus in 2011, according to an article in the Medical Journal...

Wellbeing | 23 Jan 2012

EYE CONTACT

The eyes are more than just the ‘windows to the soul; they’re a powerful communication tool! Performance coach Tamra Mercieca looks at how to u...

Wellbeing | 20 Jan 2012

TRUTH ABOUT HYPNOSIS

For centuries, hypnosis has gone in and out of vogue, but now there is finally sufficient scientific evidence that proves its effectiveness. Th...

Wellbeing | 16 Jan 2012

Nicotine patches no help to quit: Harvard…

A study conducted by Harvard University in the US has raised questions about the $9 million Australian taxpayers spend subsidising nicotine repl...

Wellbeing | 13 Jan 2012

Nicotine patches no help to quit: Harvard…

A study conducted by Harvard University in the US has raised questions about the $9 million Australian taxpayers spend subsidising nicotine repl...

Wellbeing | 13 Jan 2012

Divorce rates increase in January

Online searches for 'divorce' rise dramatically during the time following on from Christmas, say the experts. Estate agents, lawyers, and counse...

Wellbeing | 12 Jan 2012

Tamra Mercieca - Liver Detox

To detox or not to detox, that is the question. As Wellness coach Tamra Mercieca explains, our liver is our body’s natural cleanser. Detox ...

Wellbeing | 09 Jan 2012

Tamra Mercieca - Reach your potential

Could you be getting more out of your life, but are not sure how to go about it? Tamra Mercieca explains how to reach your potential. Poten...

Wellbeing | 02 Jan 2012

Tamra Mercieca - Festive Feng Shui

Christmas is traditionally a time to celebrate, but sometimes family tensions can sour the day. Tamra Mercieca looks to Feng Shui to to minimise...

Wellbeing | 19 Dec 2011

Tamra Mercieca - Toxic Tears

Turning on the waterworks can make you feel better, both physically and emotionally. As Relationship and wellness expert Tamra Mercieca explains...

Wellbeing | 11 Dec 2011

Tamra Mercieca - Perfect Posture

Stand up straight! Don't slouch! Wellness expert Tamra Mercieca explains how perfect posture will do more than keep you physically healthy. ...

Wellbeing | 06 Dec 2011

Childcare kids more likely to have dummy-…

A new study claims that children who spend long hours in daycare are more likely to have temper tantrums, dummy-spits, and a worse case of the "...

Wellbeing | 01 Dec 2011

Only four hours sleep may be required in …

A discovery by scientists in Europe has uncovered the gene that allows people to get by on only 4 hours sleep per night.The Europe-wide study an...

Wellbeing | 01 Dec 2011

Smartphones adding to the 2 billion hours…

Newer technology may be making life easier in many aspects, but they are also making it harder for us to "switch off".ACTU President Ged Kearney...

Wellbeing | 01 Dec 2011

The Dukan Diet named worst diet

The diet reportedly followed by the Duchess of Cambridge's mother Carole Middleton has been labelled "confusing, rigid, and ineffective" by the ...

Wellbeing | 01 Dec 2011

Is anger making you unhappy?

Contrary to its bad press, anger is a defining emotion. It is the gift of setting boundaries. As Relationship expert Tamra Mercieca explains, an...

Wellbeing | 30 Nov 2011

How to buy used cars

When buying a new car on a budget your options can be pretty limited and often downright boring. For a car that gives you a bit more driving ...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

Aldi way ahead in supermarket satisfactio…

Aldi (92.5%) remained ahead in customer satisfaction on the back of three months of consistent gains, while Coles remained unchanged in sec...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

Singing prescribed for health

"I’d like to see you take up singing”, said the doctor to the patient suffering from Parkinson’s disease, as he signed off the prescription say...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

We're ready to buy cars again

According to the latest Roy Morgan Leading Indicators Report for September 2011, an estimated 2,120,000 Australians are intending to buy a ne...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

Women not confident handling partner dram…

According to psychologist Dr Brian Mitchell “If any situation in our daily lives requires negotiation skills it’s tension between partners. D...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

Women not confident handling partner dram…

According to psychologist Dr Brian Mitchell “If any situation in our daily lives requires negotiation skills it’s tension between partners. D...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

Search for breast cancer answers leads to…

Diagnosed with breast cancer on Christmas Eve 2009 not only led Jillian Exton on a journey to find answers to her illness, but also resulted ...

Wellbeing | 27 Nov 2011

Tamra Mercieca: Meditation in the 21st Ce…

Meditation is not only for Buddhist monks. These days women from all walks of life are using meditation to de-stress and enhance their lives. ...

Wellbeing | 22 Nov 2011

Sail Away on Kangaroo Island

Luxury sailing getaways have arrived in South Australia with the launch of Kangaroo Island Sailing by experienced husband and wife sailing du...

Wellbeing | 15 Nov 2011

1 in 10 will get diabetes

World Diabetes Day 2011 marks the release of the International Diabetes Federation's 5th edition of the Diabetes Atlas. New figures indicate ...

Wellbeing | 15 Nov 2011

Our taste for coffee is changing

With over 10.4 million Australians (56% of the population aged 14+) consuming coffee in an average week, Australia truly can be viewed as a n...

Wellbeing | 15 Nov 2011

Aussies set pace in purple super foods

An Australian company that produces a range of natural 100 per cent pure fruit and vegetable powders has just released a new product to meet t...

Wellbeing | 15 Nov 2011

Before your switch your frequent flyers p…

In recent weeks, Qantas has been in the news for all the wrong reasons and newly rebranded Virgin Australia is taking full advantage. While Q...

Wellbeing | 15 Nov 2011

Property investment turns to people power

When purchasing a property for investment purposes, often the biggest challenge is getting finance. And if for whatever reason you don’t fit ...

Wellbeing | 14 Nov 2011

Tamra Mercieca - Look into my Eyes

The eyes are more than just the ‘windows to the soul; they’re a powerful communication tool! Relationship expert Tamra Mercieca looks at how to ...

Wellbeing | 11 Nov 2011

Find out your cellulite score

With summer almost upon us, and shorter hem-lines and beachwear being the required dress, it is also a time of extreme frustration for many w...

Wellbeing | 07 Nov 2011

Asbestos Awareness Week

On Monday 21 November, the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute (ADRI) will launch a week-long campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of ...

Wellbeing | 07 Nov 2011

Fake carriers risk baby safety

Despite a campaign to raise awareness of fake baby carriers over the past two years, an illegal and dangerous trade in counterfeit products c...

Wellbeing | 07 Nov 2011

Rate cut - how it impacts buyers

Yesterday the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) cut the cash rate by 25 basis points. However, while Property Buyers Australia predicted this rat...

Wellbeing | 07 Nov 2011

Parenting book ditches the experts

A groundbreaking new parenting book urges parents to stop listening to experts, friends and family, and instead listen to themselves to addres...

Wellbeing | 07 Nov 2011

New gluten-free baking kit for kids

The first of its kind in Australia, Ballarat-based Springhill Farm has created a new gluten-free baking kit for budding bakers and food sensi...

Wellbeing | 07 Nov 2011

Spirituality critical to wellbeing

Beloved Australian ABC gardening show host, Peter Cundall, when interviewed by Scott Stephens on the current series of Life’s Big Questions equ...

Wellbeing | 01 Nov 2011

Hyundai i40 picks up top awards

The Hyundai i40 has received the prestigious Golden Award at this year’s EuroCarBody Conference, held in Germany, beating nine of Europe’s and ...

Wellbeing | 01 Nov 2011

Jetstar increases services to Queenstown …

In a move to cement its position as the leader in low cost flights to Queenstown, budget airline Jetstar has slashed fares, introduced new ro...

Wellbeing | 01 Nov 2011

Fitness has a number. It's 12.

Jon Ball knows how to stay fit and keep that way. The problem is - and it’s the reason he decided to sit down and write a book about it - most...

Wellbeing | 01 Nov 2011

QLD Council wants breast cancer signs rem…

The Gold Coast City Council has written to the owners of the Burleigh Beach House demanding the removal of 2 canvas ‘NATIONAL BREAST CANCER F...

Wellbeing | 01 Nov 2011

Pharmaceuticval companies looking beyond …

Kantar Health, a leading global, evidence-based decision support partner to the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotech, device and diagnostic...

Wellbeing | 01 Nov 2011

Start young to age well

Many older women surveyed in an across Australian study on women’s health are living with multiple health conditions and increasing levels of...

Wellbeing | 25 Oct 2011

Hobbies keep you young

It’s never too late to get out your paint box or dust off your piano, according to Jeannine Liddle, a researcher from the University of Newca...

Wellbeing | 25 Oct 2011

Older people prefer local shops over mega…

When it comes to shops, older people like sticking close to home because it gives them a sense of community.Larger shopping complexes received ...

Wellbeing | 25 Oct 2011

Independent men cope better in later life

Elderly men without a partner find it much easier than partnered men to manage money, and prepare meals, according to new research from the ...

Wellbeing | 25 Oct 2011

Teen violence linked to fizzy drinks

Researchers in the United States say there's a `shocking' association - if only a statistical one - between violence by teenagers and the amount...

Wellbeing | 25 Oct 2011

New Rosacea resource online

The skin, being the largest organ of the body, is one part of the body that a vast majority of people put a lot of effort into caring for toda...

Wellbeing | 21 Oct 2011

University gives hope to herpes sufferers

Coridon Pty Ltd, a University of Queensland (UQ) start-up company established to commercialise Professor Ian Frazer’s work in developing next...

Wellbeing | 21 Oct 2011

Sparkies warn of dodgy Christmas lights

Today, peak Australian electrical industry body, the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA), warned consumers should only b...

Wellbeing | 21 Oct 2011

New online medical resource opens

MedConnect is your best online resource for the latest medical news, expert-written medical blogs and daily news feeds related to health care...

Wellbeing | 21 Oct 2011

Hit the islands for budget holidays

Summer is just around the corner and a holiday beckons. While the strong Aussie dollar is tempting many travellers to head overseas, Australia’...

Wellbeing | 19 Oct 2011

Get a taste of Bungundy

Burgundy is one of the most fascinating regions in France, and one that offers endless gratification for one’s taste buds. If you are looking t...

Wellbeing | 19 Oct 2011

Pop Up Markets arrive in Australia

Forget Pop Up retail shops. Melbourne residents are about to experience the newest craze in the Pop Up phenomenon - Pop Up Markets! Secret site...

Wellbeing | 19 Oct 2011

Brave 9 year old to shave for cancer

Young Alexandria Langford (Ali) from Chelmer plans to shave her head to raise over $4000 for kids with cancer this November in Brisbane. She wi...

Wellbeing | 19 Oct 2011

Rate cuts impact home loan terms

The online home loan market is growing rapidly as prospective homebuyers flock to take advantage of the lower interest rates. And the savings c...

Wellbeing | 13 Oct 2011

New toxin calculator hopes to offset pres…

Recent government figures reveal a staggering increase in annual medical prescriptions from 180 million in 1996 to 262 million in 2008 repre...

Wellbeing | 13 Oct 2011

New car values plummet quickly

Cars are one of life’s biggest money drainers and if you choose one with a bad depreciation rate, the picture gets even worse. As research by ...

Wellbeing | 13 Oct 2011

Eye issues set to blow out

Medical and economic groups are pressuring the federal government to prepare itself for an explosion in eye-related medical issues over the nex...

Wellbeing | 13 Oct 2011

Choose your investment property with care

Purchasing your first investment property can be daunting and exciting at the same time. It is also often the most important purchase an invest...

Wellbeing | 12 Oct 2011

Vitamin use linked to early death in wome…

An 18-year study of almost 39,000 US women, published yesterday in the Archives of Internal Medicine, found that women taking iron supplements ...

Wellbeing | 12 Oct 2011

Bringing the indoors outdoors

Perhaps the greatest home lifestyle trend of the last ten years has been outdoor living and the moving of our indoor living, cooking and entert...

Wellbeing | 10 Oct 2011

Cyber bullying affects most kids

The Internet can be a dangerous place for the young, exposing them to e-threats such as malware, phishing schemes, pornography or material prom...

Wellbeing | 10 Oct 2011

Call to protect our mental assets

Like any other important organisational asset, the mental health of staff and business leaders in a workplace is of great importance. With Ment...

Wellbeing | 06 Oct 2011

Cool new way to decorate teen bedrooms

Youth-oriented interior design business ACID Studio and high school student Ry Gynell-Jorgensen have collaborated to produce wall stickers suit...

Wellbeing | 06 Oct 2011

Aussies change the way we get health insu…

Over the past 2 years, the popularity of the Internet as a channel of obtaining Private Health Insurance has increased by nearly 50%, but sti...

Wellbeing | 06 Oct 2011

Start young with investing

Toop TV's property commentators delve into how you can make money at a young age by strategically investing in property in their Episode 98 - at...

Wellbeing | 03 Oct 2011

Homebuyer activity poised to bounce back

With recent reports indicating mortgage stress levels are on the rise and the ongoing negative sentiment clouding the property market, the late...

Wellbeing | 03 Oct 2011

Agency declares war on petrol, supermarke…

We-R1-One.com, a unique Consumer Protection Agency based in Melbourne, puts Service Providers on notice, by launching innovative concepts, me...

Wellbeing | 30 Sep 2011

Blackmores release prescription companion…

Blackmores worked with the Pharmacy Guild of Australia to develop this range to ensure pharmacists have products that are specially formulated...

Wellbeing | 30 Sep 2011

Good time to ask your bank for a better d…

With recent reports indicating mortgage stress levels are on the rise, many homeowners are feeling the strain. But while it might be tempting ...

Wellbeing | 30 Sep 2011

Baby blood treatment ineffective

A world-wide study involving University of Sydney researchers has concluded that a costly and controversial treatment for neonatal sepsis is in...

Wellbeing | 29 Sep 2011

Broncos, Storm Dragons lead NRL supporter…

As of June 2011, Brisbane Broncos had the most fans of any NRL team with 1,284,000 supporters (14+). They are followed by Melbourne Storm wit...

Wellbeing | 28 Sep 2011

Office workers spend 80,000 hours sitting…

Office workers are estimated to sit at their desks for up to 80,000 hours over their working life. Combined with a sedentary lifestyle at home,...

Wellbeing | 28 Sep 2011

Businesses more satisfied with their bank…

Satisfaction amongst Banks’ business customers increased to 62.5% in August, up from 61.7% in July. The highest rating of the major banks was...

Wellbeing | 28 Sep 2011

Melbourne leads lacklustre domestic trave…

Some 10% of Australians had at least one holiday in Melbourne last year making it the most popular domestic holiday destination – just ahead of...

Wellbeing | 28 Sep 2011

Kia Rondo picks up Wheels Award

Kia’s pint sized people mover, Rondo has finished at the top of its category in the recent Wheels Magazine Gold Star Awards.A wide range of cri...

Wellbeing | 27 Sep 2011

Measles on the rise in Australia

AUSTRALIA has experienced almost double the number of measles cases this year compared to last year, hampering plans to eliminate the disease.D...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

Apparently we have too many GPs now!

AUSTRALIA’S attempts to plug the GP skills gap with international medical graduates (IMGs) has “overshot its goal” and the country is “awash ...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

Aussies in the dark on life insurance

Expensive and too hard to understand are common opinions about life insurance, which perhaps explains industry statistics that estimate some ...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

Qantas Virgin still tops for online ticke…

According to the latest Roy Morgan Travel Agents Monitor, the number of Australians visiting travel agent websites (e.g. webjet.com.au & fl...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

Qantas Virgin still tops for online ticke…

According to the latest Roy Morgan Travel Agents Monitor, the number of Australians visiting travel agent websites (e.g. webjet.com.au & fl...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

Qantas Virgin still tops for online ticke…

According to the latest Roy Morgan Travel Agents Monitor, the number of Australians visiting travel agent websites (e.g. webjet.com.au & fl...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

GPs: Deferred medicines will harm patient…

Australian general practitioners (GPs) believe that the government's deferral of listing new medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme ...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

New kids clothing brand lands in Australi…

Since 1993, boys and girls all over the globe have worn and fallen in love with the Keedo Kids Clothing range. Designed and manufactured in Sou...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

World's dumbest inventions: the almost-in…

And an inventor in the US has built a motorcycle made of mirrors that's all but invisible when it's moving.Not sure whether JOEY ROITER's paused...

Wellbeing | 26 Sep 2011

Australia helps fight against tobacco

The Australian Government will provide an additional $700,000 to the World Health Organization (WHO) to increase the global fight against tobac...

Wellbeing | 22 Sep 2011

Holiday at home: win Aussie escapes

Tourism Australia is turning their attention closer to home of late to fight the effects of a too-strong Aussie dollar, a global economic slowd...

Wellbeing | 22 Sep 2011

Video gamers transfer play to real world

Some video game players are so immersed in their virtual environment that when they stop playing they transfer their experiences into the real w...

Wellbeing | 21 Sep 2011

Good wine: perception or taste?

In 2010 a group of French wine executives were charged with fraud when it was found they substituted the more expensive grapes typically found ...

Wellbeing | 19 Sep 2011

New Mum? Don't bother exercising!

A women's insurance company has a few sweet words to say to new Mums worried about getting fit while coping with the demands of a newborn baby ...

Wellbeing | 19 Sep 2011

Soothing Sounds

Music. You can’t escape it – it’s everywhere. But what most of us don’t realise, is music can have a very powerful influence on our emotions, mo...

Wellbeing | 15 Sep 2011

Soothing Sounds

Music. You can’t escape it – it’s everywhere. But what most of us don’t realise, is music can have a very powerful influence on our emotions, mo...

Wellbeing | 15 Sep 2011

Soothing Sounds

Music. You can’t escape it – it’s everywhere. But what most of us don’t realise, is music can have a very powerful influence on our emotions, mo...

Wellbeing | 15 Sep 2011

Why laughing is so catchy

You know that sometimes you laugh like a fool: you see two people laughing, and without knowing the reason, you burst into laughter anyway. Sci...

Wellbeing | 15 Sep 2011

Before Your Wedding

Planning a wedding can be a lot of fun, but there are SO many things to consider to ensure you have the perfect day.So many in fact that you may...

Wellbeing | 12 Sep 2011

Stress really is contagious

It would seem that humans are a lot more empathic that we might like to think. Not that we sit there feeding off other people's thoughts like s...

Wellbeing | 08 Sep 2011

Healthy ageing? Have a drink!

Middle-aged women who drink alcohol in moderation have a better chance than nondrinkers of staying healthy as they age, especially if they spre...

Wellbeing | 08 Sep 2011

Awesome camping gear

Just when you thought that all it took to go camping was a tent, a backpack and maybe a thermos flask for your cup of tea, we've dug up a few ...

Wellbeing | 08 Sep 2011

Smokers' kids take more time off school

Children who live with smokers miss more school due to illness than those who live in households with non-smokers, according to a new study pub...

Wellbeing | 06 Sep 2011

The Jayco Caravan: Four Decades of Advent…

In the winter of 1975, Jayco developed its first camper trailers and production commenced in January 1976. The company was founded by Gerry Rya...

Wellbeing | 06 Sep 2011

Dream still alive for young home owners

Current home owners also share the desire to do better when it comes to property. On average, Australian home owners desire to live in a proper...

Wellbeing | 05 Sep 2011

A little Gold Coast in your spring garden

It's not often that I walk through a nursery and go "Wow! What is that!". But when I saw my first Foxglove of the variety Digitalis x Gold Coas...

Wellbeing | 01 Sep 2011

New study: Salt not as bad as we thought

Despite 30 years of the demonising of salt almost universally by nutritionists, schools and health experts, it seems that salt may not be as ba...

Wellbeing | 01 Sep 2011

A floral carnival in the hills

Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers conjures vivid images of spectacular floral gardens and parks bursting with colour and beautiful blooms.It is ...

Wellbeing | 01 Sep 2011

Walnut Salad for Spring

When lettuce is fresh is kinda glows. But that glow doesn't last long. You can tupperware it up. You can refrigerate. You can spruce it up with...

Wellbeing | 31 Aug 2011

Younger women begin to question anti-agei…

Younger adults are becoming increasingly cynical of "anti-ageing" cosmetics and products according to recent studies in the US, prompting many ...

Wellbeing | 29 Aug 2011

A look around South Australia's Flinders …

About 400 km long, the Flinders Ranges are one of the few elevated land masses of any note in South Australia. Like the McDonnell Ranges in th...

Wellbeing | 29 Aug 2011

Ageless Beauty the Natural Way

Cosmetic Acupuncture. Does it really work? Looking ten years younger doesn’t have to involve Botox or plastic surgery. As Tamra Mercieca discov...

Wellbeing | 29 Aug 2011

Get a longer tongue

If you're feeling a little inadequate in the tongue department and you feel a little extra length might not go astray, now you can get it.A sur...

Wellbeing | 23 Aug 2011

Popular Kid Friendly Websites

Those with kids home during school holidays will agree that keeping a child entertained is an ongoing battle.Why not direct your child to the h...

Wellbeing | 05 Jul 2011

New Aussie Super-Cereal set to change bre…

Food manufacturers will soon have access to a new CSIRO-bred barley variety which has significant human health benefits.“The recent signing of...

Wellbeing | 05 Jul 2011

Credit card debt shock after budget trave…

International bank ING Direct is warning Australian travellers thinking they are scoring a bargain off the back of the strong Aussie dollar to ...

Wellbeing | 05 Jul 2011

Tiger: ban is hurting us too

Consumers are being asked by some Tiger Airways staff around the country to consider that although they may be inconvenienced, the airline is a...

Wellbeing | 04 Jul 2011

Hendra Virus - The Facts

Whilst there is a suspected outbreak in northern NSW of the deadly Hendra virus, authorities are calling for calm in amongst the many myths abo...

Wellbeing | 04 Jul 2011

Jamie Oliver Spanish Omelette

Last night as I was flipping through channels, I came across the second series of Jamie Olivers cooking show 'Jamie at Home' and wow did this g...

Wellbeing | 20 Jun 2011

The Healing Power of Tea

After a recent sudden respiratory infection that left me feeling totally exhausted, even though I had spent over 5 days resting and recuperatin...

Wellbeing | 20 Jun 2011

Being young and male is risky

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is highlighting that young Australian men have higher rates of risky behaviours th...

Wellbeing | 10 Jun 2011

Yo Yo Dieting It's Not So Bad

Australia is a nation of yo-yo dieters, according to a new survey by SureSlim Australia. But is that really all that bad?A new study suggests t...

Wellbeing | 08 Jun 2011

Bullying and sleep disorders linked

Consumer health website, www.itsmyhealth.com.au reports that children who are bullies or are aggressive or have conduct problems at school, ar...

Wellbeing | 07 Jun 2011

Why ‘weight’—start shaping a healthy life

Everyone has a right to a flourishing life, and looking after your health and the health of your family is a great start. Why? Because without o...

Wellbeing | 23 May 2011

Getting to the heart of a serious issue

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is responsible for more deaths among Australian women than any other condition, including cancer. It is also the le...

Wellbeing | 23 May 2011

Warning Signs of a Breakup - That You Mus…

Losing love is hard enough but add rejection to the mix and it can be devastating.Experts say that most people will give away certain clues when...

Wellbeing | 19 May 2011

Warning Signs of a Breakup - That You Mus…

Losing love is hard enough but add rejection to the mix and it can be devastating.Experts say that most people will give away certain clues when...

Wellbeing | 19 May 2011

Is coffee healthy or not?

I have to admit that before my morning caffeine hit, I am irritable, foggy and downright miserable to be around. Post coffee and I am a differ...

Wellbeing | 19 May 2011

Cold Remedies that work!

Wouldn't it be great if they found a cure for the common cold? While there is no cure for the common cold, there are a multitude of remedies tha...

Wellbeing | 19 May 2011

How To Be Happy - in 5 simple steps

Positive Psychology experts—those who study human happiness and the factors that contribute to it - have identified several techniques that can ...

Wellbeing | 19 May 2011

Cold weather care for your furry friends

I absolutely love my four-legged friend, her name is Chelsea Cheesecake, and she is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel AKA ‘big sook’.I have to co...

Wellbeing | 19 May 2011

Geelong News & Sport

Surprise! Baby born on Surf Coast Highway

A Geelong mum’s had the surprise of her life after her unborn baby decided she just couldn’t wait any longer, and made a sudden appearance on the sid...

22 May 2012

Police hunt coffee bandit

Police are still searching for a man who held up a drive-through coffee shop at Geelong West. The offender was armed with a knife when he confronted staff a...

22 May 2012

Man arrested after police chase

One man's been arrested after a police chase in Geelong this morning. Police say they noticed a car with no registration plates go through a red light in H...

22 May 2012

Qantas still hedging on Avalon’s future

Qantas workers losing their jobs at Avalon's heavy maintenance base will receive federal support. The airline's shutting down its Tullamarine operation and...

22 May 2012

The morning crew

Morning Wrap-life’s lessons

Marg Linley asked us what new things we are all learning on life’s journey? From technology to art and all things in between! We learnt about the huge number...

22 May 2012

Nutrition questions with Karen Binks

Exercise physiologist Karen Binks was testing The Morning Crew with nutrition questions this morning. How would you have answered the questions? Lis...

21 May 2012

Morning Wrap

We got advice from exercise physiologist and nutritionist, Karen Binks today, on food myths. Did you know you CAN eat protein and carbs in the same meal with...

21 May 2012

Guy Sebastian – GPAC June 17

For the first time in two years Guy Sebastian will be headlining his own tour across Australia. The tour will run throughout June and July 2012 to coincide...

18 May 2012

WindFire - a Festival of Music in Geelong…

WindFire - a Festival of Music in Geelong's Churches Date: 2012-05-25 Location: St. Mary's Basilica and others Start Time: 6.00pm 25th May - 27th May End Tim...

21 May 2012

Biggest Morning Tea

Biggest Morning Tea Date: 2012-05-26 Location: 33 Fraser Street, Herne Hill. Start Time: 12:00 noon End Time: 2:00pm Additional Details:"Stassy's Place" ladi...

21 May 2012

To Be or Not To Be @ Geelongs Biggest Mor…

To Be or Not To Be @ Geelongs Biggest Morning Tea Date: 2012-06-17 Location: Four Points by Sheraton,Geelong waterfront. Start Time: 9.30am End Time: 11.30am...

20 May 2012

Relay For Life Fundraising Sausage Sizzle

Relay For Life Fundraising Sausage Sizzle Date: 2012-05-26 Location: Woolworths Centro Newcomb Start Time: 10.00am End Time: 2.00pm Additional Details:Relay ...

17 May 2012

Have a great Mother’s Day Weekend…

Another weekend is coming our way with loads to do and loads on to fill all criteria’s. First and foremost you know that little redhead women that graced ma...

10 May 2012

Escape to the Grampians Grape Escape this…

This weekend is certainly looking to be a slightly cooler one weather wise to what we were having that seemed not so long ago. Why not take a nice drive thr...

03 May 2012

Another great weekend of choice.

I am going to share our plans for what’s left of the weekend all dependant of course on the grandparents minding the kids!! Well these are a few options … T...

29 Apr 2012

WHAT TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN OUR GREAT REGI…

As the weather supposedly begins cooling and we start to hibernate towards the winter months there is still loads on offer in Geelong and this great ...

19 Apr 2012

Celebrity and Fashion

Bieber DNA selling in necklaces

A Canadian company has recently released what is surely going to be the must-have item for millions of teenage girls: a necklace with a small canister, conta...

21 May 2012

Facebook creator ties the knot

Mark Zuckerberg, the man who created Facebook whilst studying at Harvard, got married on the weekend to longtime girlfriend, Priscilla Chan.Just a day after ...

21 May 2012

Facebook creator ties the knot

Mark Zuckerberg, the man who created Facebook whilst studying at Harvard, got married on the weekend to longtime girlfriend, Priscilla Chan.Just a day after ...

21 May 2012

Will Smith slaps reporter for trying to k…

Superstar actor Will Smith gave a reporter a light backhanded slap on the face, after the male journalist tried to kiss him on the lips.Walking the red carpe...

21 May 2012

Battery issues got you down?

So you've just upgraded to a smart phone after carrying around your trusty old push button mobile phone for the last five years and you've noticed that bat...

18 May 2012

8 tips every one should know about iTunes…

1. Perform Frequent BackupsIt's the best advice that no one ever follows. You'll never regret backing up. Just do it, especially before doing any updates. Go...

10 May 2012

Free Phone Calls for All

Being a business owner myself for the last 3 years I've searched the internet high and low for effective ways to manage, run and promote my business. One of...

04 May 2012

How to save on printing costs!

Ever since the conventional home printer hit the market back in the day consumers have had a problem from day one... The cost of ink, paper and maintenance! ...

27 Apr 2012