Oh Spring, that joyous time of year heralding the end of the cold season! The lambs are frolicking, the flowers are blooming and yes, the eyes may be itching. Hayfever, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis … the list of possible allergy complaints...
Spring! My favourite season. There is nothing better than grabbing a picnic rug and relaxing under a shady tree with a fabulous book. These two breathtakingly good novels by two outstanding Australian authors, are sure to keep you captivated for the season. Bila...
MATTY WITH A SCOTCH A tasty drink and a good song is one of life’s great combos – one I am quite familiar with! When it comes to this classic combo, I have two modes and they are polar opposites! I either like to be upbeat or indulge in moody feels. If the vibe is...
Calling all adventure-seekers and quest-hunters! Join people all over the world exploring their way around cities in a unique and interesting way. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to follow the clues to discover objects that have been hidden right...
You wine and dine some clients. Order up some coffee and sandwiches for a work meeting. Grab a cheese platter and drinks for Friday afternoon in the office to celebrate a win at work. While these may happen in the line of business, they may not all be claimable as a...
Enjoying a drink or two is engrained in Australian culture. Catching up for a wine with girlfriends or meeting the boys at the pub for a beer. Alcohol can affect people in different ways, even leading to intolerances (and no, we don’t mean hangovers!). While some may...
If you want to change your relationship with alcohol, the new and improved sober movement might be just what you need. WORDS BY LARINE STATHAM-BLAIR Let’s be honest. Most of us consume more alcohol than we should. Data from the World Health Organisation...
It is so important to consider who will inherit your superannuation (super) if you die before you retire. Your super won’t automatically go to your next of kin – you actually have to nominate who you want to receive the benefit. In the event of your death, the Trustee...
Are my dietary habits damaging my eyesight? Patients are asking this sort of question more and more. There is a plethora of information on the internet about eye health and how to maximise it through your diet. Like most readily accessible ‘free’ information, not all...
Words by Michael Dart As we break out and explore our surrounds again there’s been more and more art popping up across the Region. New gallery exhibitions, cafes and restaurants promoting local artists, history tours, sculptures and our Milbi mosaics on the coast –...
Words by Jade McKenzie Whether you’re based out of a co-working space or working from home, here are a few styling tips to create an office that not only encourages productivity, but looks flawless and stylish. Light it Right Along with the numerous health and...
Words by Tomas O'Malley Bundaberg is a city synonymous with beverages, but what about the places where we enjoy our chosen tipples, local or otherwise? For most of our history, the pub has reigned supreme when it comes to quenching the thirst of locals and...
Growing up on a cane farm with my three sisters meant we were always jumping a fence and heading into the bush on an adventure. Weekends and school holidays were filled with building bush cubbies, playing in creeks, and chasing butterflies and frogs along bush...
As we settle into the rhythm of 2021, you may be looking towards new adventures with the opening of a business. The excitement of a new business can quickly become overwhelming with a long to-do list that never seems complete. Here are some important steps to help...
Regardless of what role, industry or business you operate within, chances are you have had someone use the ‘Covid’ excuse on you by now: “sorry we can’t xyz because of Covid”. Unfortunately, more than a year on from the first time you heard that excuse, many of the...
Bundy 93.9 Hitz FM breakfast co-host Matty and Trace share their ultimate road trip playlists. Classic Trace Road trips are exciting! You have the thrill of the open road and the excitement of getting to your destination. When I was young, a road trip meant my...
As we push firmly into 2021 we may still find ourselves looking back on the year that was 2020. While many of us think back on the journey with pursed lips and one eyebrow raised, the road we travelled was not all bad. As with any adventure, we learnt something and...
WORDS BY TOMAS O'MALLEY Weather-beaten fibro. Bare fluoro tube lighting above the faded Formica kitchen table and mismatched chairs. Women’s Weekly and Reader’s Digest from decades past. Falling asleep to the sound of waves hitting the shore, and the rhythmic tic of...
At our practice we are often asked the question: which sunglasses should I be wearing? The short answer is the best for your eye protection! The longer answer is not that simple. Firstly, the sunglasses you choose should comply with the Australia and New Zealand...
When planning a trip away, many people question whether their holiday is tax deductible. What if you are combining a family vacation with a business trip – how does this work for tax purposes? As a general rule, travel expenses are only tax deductible when they are a...
Word on the street is that it’s a so-called sellers’ market. Many of us are wondering whether we should be putting our home or investment property on the market to make the most of it. There’s no denying continued growth over the past 12 months has set 2021 up as a...
For your business and personal tax, deductions are not the only way to save money and get ahead financially come tax time. Often, charges are imposed by the Australian Tax Office (ATO), such as general interest charge (GIC) and penalties. Most clients simply accept...
Purchasing your first home, or any property, is one of the biggest financial and stressful decisions you can make in life. Despite this year’s global pandemic, we are still seeing an increase in the number of property contracts coming through our office. At Charltons...
BY EMMA BAUER There’s no denying the events of 2020 have changed the way we work and live, which is having a huge impact on the place we call home. Demand for studios, lifestyle locations and space have soared amid the coronavirus pandemic, as cooped-up house hunters...
BY TONIA LASSMAN Children face many transitions in their lives. Some of the more stressful times are during school years - moving from Kindy to Prep and Year 6 to Year 7 - where physically changing schools is usually required. At St Luke’s we have been able to ease...
By Bevan Moller | Catalyst Directions Companies that offered partial or full remote options for staff experienced an unexpected benefit when the pandemic hit - they were already prepared to work from home. Here at Catalyst Directions, as much as it stung to abandon...
By Michael Dart “I kept my promise, now keep your distance.” A play on the lyrics of Evita’s “Don’t Cry for me Argentina” proves there’s a song for every occasion. During the early weeks of the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, the arts created a connectedness, that for many...
By Craig Merritt | St Luke’s Anglican School Principal St Luke’s Anglican School is successfully preparing Bundaberg students for bright futures. But don't just take my word for it. According to a state-wide survey by the Queensland Government, about 95 per cent of St...
By Chris Parker | Partner at Charltons Lawyers When it comes to estate planning there are three key documents everyone should be aware of, irrespective of their age and wealth. These are your Will, Enduring Power of Attorney and Advance Health Directive and it is...
My favourite place to picnic with my young family is Elliott Heads. We ride our bikes along the esplanade and find a shady spot under a tree, overlooking the mouth of the river. Sometimes we take a packed lunch and other times we enjoy fish and chips. Bundaberg’s...