What really matters most to you? And what are you doing about that today? I’ve been asking people these questions since 2012. Why? Because it’s too easy to get carried away with the small stuff. The small stuff? Our problems, our neighbours problems, the problems we see on social media, the never ceasing list of […]
Get back to what matters today Read More
In my region right now housing has reached an all time crisis. This isn’t just housing as in a roof over one’s head (which of course should be a basic human right), it’s also housing in the case of an ever increasing un-affordability and shortage of housing stock. I’ve no doubt the case is similar
Four simple (but surprisingly difficult) ways to solve our most wicked problems Read More
I first learned of the social enterprise movement in Australia around 2008. It was a time of experimentation in the way Government and business viewed (and funded) the not for profit sector beating a new drum “find a way to be sustainable”. For many of my not for profit colleagues this was a nightmare on
Social enterprise: More than a marketing angle Read More
International Women’s Day was this week (or, as the NSW Government declared, NSW Women’s Week) and as this week comes to a close I want to pose an important question… Ladies, are we getting in our own way? This week has been an emotionally charged one for me. It’s been a week of standing in
Ladies: are we getting in our own way? Read More
There’s a lot of good to be gained via giving your time and resources in your community. Some people give because it’s how they are built – they are compelled to. You’ll find these people sharing from their garden, lending a hand to neighbours, giving frontline workers coffees and selling raffle tickets. You won’t usually
Are you really doing good? Lessons from a reformed do-gooder. Read More
If this was my last day on earth, would I be happy with it? Before I start this post may I please take a moment to acknowledge those of you who may be triggered by such a statement having lost someone, or considered losing yourself in this year. This post is by no means intended
If this was my last day on earth, would I be happy with it? Read More
HI folks. I know that many of you received a version of a particular message in your inbox from your school today. I also know that some of those messages were somewhat helpful, and others left you scratching your head. In any case, I know that you want the very, very best for your young
Dear Parents and Carers, the message I wish you received today Read More
OK Boomers (or Gen X’ers like mwah) listen up. Our girls are in crisis. And it’s up to us to do something about it. NOW. When was the last time you complained about the size of your bum, or the wrinkle between your eyebrows, or the way your skin sags where it used to be
Be your own kind of beautiful Read More
I’ve no doubt the past months have tested our telecommunications services. Afterall, what else is a nation stuck at home for several months going to do? There’s been the binge watching, gaming, online shopping and oh yes, online meetings. AND as a bonus we’ve taken up new hobbies – only in a modern and slightly
A side of contempt with your bundle? Read More
If you were new to Regional Australian culture you’d be easily forgiven for thinking that ‘up yourself’ was a profanity. In fact, I bet a great percentage of readers cringed at the mere title of this post “you can’t say that”. Apologies in advance… this is an important community warning. Fact is. Someone has to point
Are you up yourself? Why that matters in the bush Read More