By: Akos Balogh
It’s just after midnight.
I rub my sleepy eyes. I need something to help keep me awake, I think to myself. I’m on watch with a fellow soldier, looking out for enemy while our platoon sleeps. So, I grab some biscuits out of my army ration pack. It’s nothing special, but after days of patrolling in the tropics of far north Queensland on this army exercise, it helps keep me focused. Read more
By: Susan Joy
A tasty alternative to plain steamed broccoli. In my dairy-free, paleo version of Broccoli au Gratin, I’ve used cooked cauliflower, chicken broth, coconut cream and spices to create a very tasty and creamy white sauce. The cauliflower white sauce is so delicious and can be used to pour over any vegetable or fish dish. Read more
By: Ally Barnes
Two years of COVID-19 running rampant and it feels like a marathon that someone keeps moving the finish line for, so it will come as no surprise if your experience of the pandemic has left you feeling angry, anxious, or exhausted. Read more
By: Brendan Jaensch
There are often two extreme responses when it comes to children starting school for the first time: some excitedly run into school grounds, never looking back, while others cling to mum and dad for dear life. And it’s not just the children who experience a whirl of emotions, either. Some parents are also trying to hold it all together. Read more
By: Nikki Poulton
Summers in Australia can get extremely hot, and whilst we can dress for it and have some ice cold water if we’re hot, our pets can’t. Learning the signs of overheating and how to prevent it is essential in keeping our animals healthy and happy in a heatwave. Read more
By: Michael Crooks
The retreat of US Forces and its allies from Afghanistan in 2021 has exposed the country’s Christians to renewed persecution and danger. Read more
By: Annette Spurr
The term ‘resilience’ commonly refers to accepting a new reality caused by adversity, and to harness mental, emotional, and psychological resources to recover from sources of stress. Read more
Nuts and Bolts have always been a huge favourite in our family. They are a Christmas special, my Mum made them and passed her recipe onto me but you can make them any time of year. Read more