The Ugly Secrets Behind the Costco Chicken An investigator went under cover and brought back disturbing video from a farm growing those famous birds. Probably like many of you, I think of Costco as an enlightened company exemplifying capitalism that works. One ranking listed it as the No. 1 company to work at in
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Experts suggest tricks for householders to minimise summer heat. SOME PARTS OF Australia are sweltering as a heatwave moves from Adelaide across to the east coast. The City of Churches is no stranger to heatwaves. In February 2017, the city experienced temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius for three consecutive days. At night, temperatures didn't drop
Living in Australia near bush? Save this.
The West Australian bushfires have reminded everyone living on peri-urban hobby blocks or otherwise near the Australian bush that the increased fire dangers with climate change stay with us. The ABC put together this handy illustrated reminder list to keep with your bushfire preparation file. If defending your home: you will
How to prepare and protect your gut health over Christmas and the silly season
IT’S THAT TIME of year again, with Christmas parties, end-of-year get-togethers and holiday catch-ups on the horizon for many of us — all COVID-safe, of course. All that party food and takeaway, however, can have consequences for your gut health. Gut health matters. Your gut is a crucial part your immune
Going to the beach this Christmas?
A blue-ringed octopus bite is rare but potentially deadly. Here’s what you need to know. AARON HODGSON was collecting shells on a beach just south of Newcastle with his two young daughters when something unforgettable happened. He was holding a bunch of shells in his hand when he felt a slight sucking
I took the Reserve Bank boss’ advice — and saved thousands off my mortgage
Just in case you think you’re old!
Despite more than 30 major inquiries, governments still haven’t fixed aged care.
Podcast: Moya Simpson’s Voices
Part 1 & 2 of Moya Simpson’s Voices. During lockdown Moya Simpson and John Shortis wrote their memoirs. Moya decided that the best way for her to present hers was in a podcast. ABOVE: Popular duo act Shortis & Simpson. Source: District Bulletin archive October 2016. Now it’s up there on SoundCloud for all
Introducing the Maliwawa Figures: a previously undescribed rock art style found in Western Arnhem Land
WESTERN ARNHEM LAND, Northern Territory, has a remarkable range and number of rock art sites, rivalling that of Europe, southern Africa and various parts of Asia. Several thousand sites have been documented and each year new discoveries are made by various research teams working closely with local Aboriginal communities. ABOVE: A