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“I knew the minute I landed, my prayers had been answered”

Rosemary Kariuki-Fyfe came to Australia in 1999 from Kenya, carrying all her best clothes in one suitcase and only $300 in her purse. Her efforts in the refugee community have now been publicly acknowledged, as she continues to make it her mission to help others.

Getting to the foot of the issue

Trying on shoes seems harmless enough, but what hidden nasties could be lurking inside?

Change your diet to beat insomnia

We all know that quality sleep is essential for optimising health and wellbeing, but did you know your diet could hold the key to a good night’s rest?

Facebook app to focus on dementia

A new app will give Facebook users the chance to experience what it could be like living with dementia.

Ian Thorpe suffering from serious infection after shoulder surgery

Australian Olympic swimming legend, Ian Thorpe may never swim competitively again, according to reports from his management.

Eating for your heart

The heart has a big job, pumping blood to every cell in your body – so it’s important to keep it fighting fit by filling your diet with heart-friendly foods.

Australia to lead new search for missing Malaysian Airways plane

Australia will lead a new search for the mysterious missing Malaysian Airways plane off the coast of Perth.

Emotionally equipping kids for school

Psychologist Lynn Jenkins explains how families can help children become emotionally equipped to face the challenges of school.

Helping little people adjust to big school

Starting ‘big’ school can be a daunting experience for little ones, from the new routines, to the big new buildings and new rules.

Doctors turn Android into eye-phone

A team of doctors have used an android phone to develop a portable, low-cost eye examination kit for the developing world.

How Kiwis can help with Oxfam’s Typhoon Haiyan response

Oxfam New Zealand explains how Kiwis can get involved and help the organisation’s Typhoon Haiyan response effort.

Geraldine Cox and the Sunrise Children’s Village

We meet the inspirational woman behind the Sunrise Children’s Village & discover why she is ‘begging’ for Cambodian kids.

Mindful separation

Divorce can be a harrowing experience but it doesn’t have to, there are ways to achieve mindful separation says one expert.

Embracing change

Sense a change ahead but not sure whether you’re happy about it? Mary Grogan shares her tips on how to make change work for you.

Beauty buzz

Honey is one of the world’s oldest beauty ingredients, but its beneficial effects are just as relevant today.

Preparing for winter exercise

Cold weather exercise places greater demands on the body, but a little preparation will ensure you stay active all winter.

Technologists see apps as the answer to third world problems

App developers there believe they have the answer to poverty-related problems. Smartphone technology, they say, can improve quality of life for the millions affected.

Breakthrough device could predict seizures

Scientists have developed a device that may be able to predict epilepsy seizures by monitoring early warning signs.

Clenching onto your memory

Do you find it hard to remember or recall names and dates? A simple solution can be found in clenching your fists, new research shows.

Tetris treatment could cure lazy eye

No longer only a favourite childhood pastime, Tetris may have the ability to cure lazy eye condition.

Julie Goodwin and Child fund

Cook, author and Australia’s first Masterchef, Julie Goodwin talks to us about helping children in need…

Social media guiding the way for Boston blasts relief efforts

Boston locals are turning to social media to help those in need after yesterday’s deadly bomb attacks rocked their city.

Malala launches girls education charity

Celebrity donations have helped to launch the Malala Fund, a charity that will support the education of up to 40 girls in Pakistan.

Ending violence against women

Today, as we commemorate International Women’s Day, we are being asked to acknowledge the acts of violence still committed against women everywhere.

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