A quarter of children are above the healthy weight range, and obesity is a leading cause of chronic disease costing at an estimated $12 billion a year in Australia. We need legislation because it is clear that industry self-regulation has failed. For too long, Australia has given those that profit from unhealthy foods the ability to set their own rules and influence government policy.
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“Feeling disconnected from others is very common,” says Barbara Stenhouse, Counselling Manager at Lifeline Northern Beaches. “So, while you may feel lonely – you’re not alone in feeling this way.”
Registrations are now open for the 2023 Lifeline Classic. Get a team together and fundraise for mental health and suicide prevention services
We explore aspects of grief and loss, experiences which can be overwhelming and debilitating, and offer practical tips to help you cope.
Understanding the true nature of addiction can make all the difference towards implementing change and building the life you really want.
We are all three decisions away from homelessness, and Jen Webster explores how we can all help retain humanity no matter the circumstances.
This June, Lifeline Northern Beaches is encouraging everyone to push for better mental health by taking part in The Push-Up Challenge.
“I am 69, live in Manly, happily married with 2 adult sons. I am also a suicide attempt survivor,” writes Chris Lavers, as he outlines his road to recovery.
I took the plunge in celebrating World Plumbing Day and decided to probe three of Tawny’s favourite plumbers for a deep dive into their thoughts about the trade
The first-ever ‘Manly Spin-a-thon: Ride for Youth’ will be taking place on 1 April, with all proceeds going to local charity, Waves of Wellness Foundation (WoW)