Category: Lifestyle
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In defence of public holidays
Melburnians were out in force on Friday for the public holiday they were given in order to prepare for the Australian Football League Grand Final. No one would argue that it’s a pretty ridiculous reason to be given a public holiday, but judging by the number of people I encountered on my bike ride around…
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Bound to the big chains? Here are some alternatives
When I left Katherine in the Northern Territory I vowed to never again visit a large supermarket chain. After four years of visiting the same store I was sick of its sameness, its uniformed vegetables and gaudy promotions. In Australia, the two largest supermarkets have a monopoly. They dominate the grocery space and convince us,…
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Yes, it’s possible to be mindful on the cheap
It seems the price tag associated with mindfulness is increasing . From $1000 a night meditation retreats to the pressure to wear the latest designer yoga pants, it’s no wonder some dismiss it as something only to be enjoyed by wellness bloggers and celebrities on Instagram. Thankfully, there is a way to reap the benefits…