Author: Crissie O’Dea
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Flooded Roads? Stay Safe During Severe Storms
Flooded roads may seem like a minor obstacle, but driving through floodwaters is one of the most dangerous things you can do. You never know what lies beneath the surface, such as debris or damage to the road. The water’s depth can also be deceptive – it only takes a…
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International Women’s Day 2025
Recognising Courtney’s Role in Accelerating Action Courtney Boyd, All About Living’s Digital Optimisation Business Partner, is an exceptional role model for women in the IT industry. This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “Accelerating Action,” and Courtney exemplifies the commitment and actions needed to help close the gender gap. Her…
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Support Roles Are Changing
Here’s what you need to know There’s an important change coming to how My Aged Care records who can support you with your care. These updates are part of the new Aged Care Act, which is designed to give older people more control and say in their care, while ensuring…
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Financial Challenges for Older Australians
Over the past few months, we’ve been introducing you to the upcoming Support at Home program, a major aged care reform starting on 1 July 2025. One of the biggest concerns among seniors today is financial pressure, and this new program aims to provide more affordable and accessible in-home care services.…
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Staying Active in Your Senior Years
Keeping active as we age is one of the best things we can do for both our body and mind. Exercise doesn’t have to mean long gym sessions – even a short daily walk, a gentle stretch, or spending time in the garden can do wonders. Movement helps maintain strength,…
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Preventing heat stress in older people
With rising temperatures, summer is a time of higher heat-related risk for older people. For aged care providers and workers, now is the time to prepare for the heat, and take steps to stop heat-related illness. Heat causes more people to die each year in Australia than any other natural hazard. When heatwaves occur, the death toll routinely reaches into the hundreds. People over 65 are at highest risk…
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Children Don’t Get to Give Consent
What Could That Mean for Their Future? In the fast-paced world of social media, we often share moments of our lives with the tap of a button. For many, this includes photos and updates about their children or grandchildren. But have you ever stopped to think about the long-term impact…
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The Risks of Sharenting
Why We Need to Think Twice Before Sharing Our Children’s Lives Online In today’s digital world, it’s almost second nature to post about our daily lives on social media. For many parents, this includes sharing pictures, milestones, and moments of their children. This practice, known as “sharenting,” may seem harmless,…
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Building Employee Engagement with Small Acts of Appreciation
In the fast-paced corporate world, where grand events and hefty bonuses often take the spotlight, it’s easy to overlook the impact of small, thoughtful gestures in the workplace. While lavish Christmas parties and sizable bonuses have their place, the essence of genuine appreciation and inclusion can often be found in…
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Value for the distributor
Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC), a global leader in innovative water and heating solutions, has consistently demonstrated its dedication to adding substantial value to its distribution channels. A shining example of this commitment is the close partnership between RWC and the esteemed retail giant, Reece. At the heart of this successful…
Crissie O'Dea | Strategic Communications & Marketing Leader 