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Rosella Factory closure spells end of an era

The recent closure of the Rosella factory in Sydney’s north-west is regrettable on two counts: the loss of jobs entailed and the demise of one of the most identifiably Australian brands, with that brightly coloured native bird adorning the label.

Creativity: Part 1

We tend to stop thinking creatively when we finish school. But, as businesses expect us to become more and more creative, how do we unlock this part of our brain? Dr Leigh Hodder explains.

Hello Fresh

Former Masterchef contestant Tom Rutledge is helping Australians make fresh and healthy meals every night of the week with his new business Hello Fresh.

Wooden radio broadcasts sustainable message

An Indonesian designer and woodcrafter has transformed a grass-roots craft shop into a model of green, sustainable business practice.

Urban beekeeping

Matt Lumalasi, from Melbourne City Rooftop Honey, tells us how his love of urban beekeeping saw a small hobby project explode into a flourishing business that benefits the community and the environment.

Ever dreamed of creating your own book? M.I.L.K can help

New Zealand publisher M.I.L.K. brings a whole new personal dimension to books. Creator Geoff Blackwell conceived and developed M.I.L.K. – Moments of Intimacy, Laughter and Kinship, and chats to us about this innovative custom-made book idea.

Citrus Delicious Dessert

Citrus Delicious Dessert Recipe This warm, easy-to-make citrus dessert is perfect for those cold autumn nights. In season ingredients: Oranges […]

Baked Coconut  Rice Custard

This dessert is full of warming flavours.

Is it you or the dog?

Have you ever had the feeling that your loved one misses the dog more than you when he or she is away on a business trip? You may be right, MiNDFOOD reports.

Bahrain seeks UNESCO listing for pearl diving

Bahrain’s pearl project is part of efforts to diversify its economy away from oil and build up a tourism industry that caters to locals and regional visitors, reports MiNDFOOD.

A family affair

International hairdresser  Andrew Collinge reflects on the colourful history of his expanding business in our exclusive interview, MiNDFOOD reports.

Celebrating L’Oreal’s 100th Birthday

My trip to Paris for L’Oreal’s 100th Birthday celebrations was a whirlwind affair, Julianne Liebeck blog on MiNDFOOD.

Greener hair

Like other areas of beauty, the haircare industry is adopting greener approaches to their products and practices, Julianne Liebeck blog on MiNDFOOD.

Winemaker lets grapes, not critics, dictate taste

Italian winemaker, Franco Giacosa, takes a nostalgic approach to his profession, MiNDFOOD reports.

Laser resurfacing fixes wrinkles

Latest skincare advice: Dermatologists say that laser treatment effectively removes wrinkles, but there are side effects like skin discolouration and herpes, MiNDFOOD reports.

Regrets, I’ve had a few

Drink quality wine, and less of it, to avoid a lifetime of nasty hangovers and regrets, writes MiNDFOOD wine editor Joelle Thomson.

Define the eyes

Latest beauty blog: Natural-looking make-up tips for eyes that have lost their definition and eyelids that are crepey, by MiNDFOOD’s Bobbi Brown.

World Youth Day

Latest World Youth Day gallery: Images of the Pope’s visit to Sydney and the thousands of pilgrims who have flooded the city, by MiNDFOOD.

While you are sleeping

It’s the Sleeping Beauty fantasy: apply a face cream before going to bed and wake up looking radiant and rested. But do night creams actually work, MiNDFOOD Reports.

You can bake a cake and eat it

Finding the time to bake a cake is not easy, but you’ll get enormous pleasure from doing it, writes MiNDFOOD food editor Dixie Elliott.

Cloudy but nice

Risk is part of the journey in making great wine – and in getting there to taste it, MiNDFOOD’s wine editor Joelle Thomson writes.

The make-up of a beauty editor

Latest beauty blog: My make-up bag is bulging with all of the very latest beauty products and these are my favourites, writes MiNDFOOD Beauty Editor Milly Nolan.

Brigitte Bardot fashion gallery

Latest Brigitte Bardot-inspired fashion gallery, by MiNDFOOD.

Soup and bread

For those cold winter evenings there’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of soup and home-baked bread, writes MiNDFOOD food editor Dixie Elliott.

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