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Monday’s Local Mum, Mandi Binder

14/10/2024

Hi! I’m Mandi, wife, house manager, social organiser, family financial controller, business owner and mum to 2 wild boys – jack of all trades as most mums are! After having my 2nd son, I decided to swap my corporate life to allow more flexibility for my family. I launched an online ecommerce store and after recently selling this I joined my dad’s well-established pest control company ( www.pestoz.com.au ) providing pest control to most of Sydney Eastern Suburbs homes and businesses with the hope to expand the business even further. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east?…

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Family, Relationship

Enhancing Relationships with Robyn Brass: A Strategic Approach to Therapy and Coaching

11/10/2024

In today’s fast-paced world, the complexity of relationships can often lead to misunderstandings and conflicts. Robyn Brass, a dedicated psychologist and life coach based in Zetland, offers a transformative approach to enhancing interpersonal connections. With a focus on strategic, change-oriented methods, Robyn empowers individuals and couples to develop healthier behaviors and improve their relationships. Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution At the heart of Robyn’s practice is the belief that effective communication is key to a thriving relationship. She provides clients with the tools necessary to express their thoughts and feelings clearly, ensuring that both partners feel heard and understood. By…

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Health & Wellbeing

Why Stress Management is a Vital Way to Protect Your Heart Health

08/10/2024

Virtually all mothers have experienced stress at one point or another—a feeling of tension that can make you feel frustrated or angry, and sometimes unable to calm yourself down. Occasional stress is typical and harmless, but when it becomes chronic, it can unleash a host of physiological and psychological responses that can damage your heart. High-stress levels, for instance, are linked to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Stress is officially recognised as a leading risk factor for heart disease—which is one of the biggest causes of mortality in Australia, alongside poor nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive alcohol use, and smoking….

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Jess Innes

07/10/2024

Hello Eastern Suburbs Mums! My name is Jess Innes and I’m a local mum and business owner. I am the founding director of 100% Dance which is home to a children’s dance studio, pre-professional training program, talent agency and entertainment company. After 17 years of teaching local kids to dance, I am so lucky to have had my very own tiny dancer – My daughter Aurelia is about to turn one and I am absolutely loving being a mum! Pop into the 100% Dance studio in Charing Cross and say g’day as I love connecting with other local families in…

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Business & Career

Australian Mums Turn Online Hustle into Global Success with U.S. LLCs

05/10/2024

You’re an Aussie mum with a brilliant business idea, but you’re not sure how to take it global. What if we told you that forming a U.S. LLC could be your ticket to international success? In this article, we’ll explore how Australian entrepreneurs are leveraging U.S. business structures to grow their online ventures, protect their assets and minimise tax obligations. Gone are the days when starting a business meant renting a storefront and stocking shelves. Today’s savvy mums are turning to the digital world to launch their dreams, and they’re not stopping at the Australian border. With the power of…

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Family, Parenting

Effective Parenting for teens and family wellbeing

05/10/2024

This seminar is designed for parents and carers who want practical information and strategies for effective communication and healthy relationships with their teen or pre-teen (ages 10 – 17), and to better understand and manage adolescent behaviour. The seminar will be led by clinical psychologists Luke Cox and Dr Terri Said, CEO, WAYS Youth and Family. Topics include the adolescent brain and communication, tips for managing conflict and anger, building resilience and managing technology. Location: Waverley Library Theatrette, Level 1 Waverley Library 32-48 Denison Street Bondi Junction, NSW 2022 Date and time: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 6:00 PM – 7:30…

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Food, School holidays

BABYBEL UNVEILS WINNING WAX SCULPTURE CREATED FROM 20,000 BABYBEL WAX COVERINGS

01/10/2024

Today, iconic international cheese brand Babybel begins its showcase of the winning wax sculpture from its inaugural Babybel Wax Challenge at popular Sydney shopping centre, Westfield Bondi Junction. Earlier in the year, the brand launched a nation-wide search to find Australia’s top amateur creatives by inviting consumers to use the famous red wax coverings of Babybel cheese to craft miniature sculptures, with the chance of winning one of several Westfield vouchers and having their creation showcased for a week at the flagship outlet. Babybel received numerous entries from all over Australia from people of all ages and different levels of…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Matina Moutzouris

30/09/2024

After working and travelling around the world as a costume and theatre designer for 15 years, I needed a change. As a result, I decided to open the Hunt 4 Hope Op Shop in 2018. 100% of our profits go to Huntington’s Australia who help families and those affected by Huntington’s Disease. As well as consciously providing affordable secondhand goods and customer service to cater for all socio-economic needs, the shop has become a community space where people feel safe and enjoy the ambient and colourful environment and this gives me joy. My daily motivation is knowing I am making…

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Family, Kids

Simple Birthday Treat Ideas for Hosting Happy Guests

29/09/2024

Birthdays are unique because they celebrate the individual and create lasting memories. Whether it’s for a family member or a friend , a surprise can make a birthday unforgettable. From meaningful gestures to grand parties, here are some birthday surprise ideas to help you plan an extraordinary day. The birthday parties are all about good company, fun games, and lots of presents. But there’s one more thing that’s really important for a great party, no matter how old the guests are: the food. Feeding a big group of people on a budget can be hard. So, we’ve put together a…

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Health & Wellbeing

Power up your life, mind and body with quick daily habits

27/09/2024

The weight of life can lower one’s mood and general outlook on everything around us. This can create a negative spiral of depression, lethargy and moodiness. According to Elizabeth Jane, it is important to remember that while difficult things happen to us from time to time, these things don’t reflect who we are. These things are transient and we move past them. The important thing is to learn from these challenges and ensure that we are making an effort to keep ourselves uplifted and positive. This can be challenging when you are feeling flat, but there are some quick and…

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