How to get help, choose the right housing and stop worrying
Today, more than two million Australians are over 70 years of age; by the year 2050 seniors are likely to make up almost 30 percent of the population. The implications of this are not just political; they are very personal. At some stage in life, most of us will help an elderly friend, parent, partner...
Written for parents and teachers of children with ADHD, to help understand the world of their child along with providing workable strategies for every day living. Australian author living in Qld.
A practical approach to aged care knowledge development
Professor Tracey McDonald, RSL LifeCare Chair of Ageing at the Australian Catholic University, explores some of the many issues arising from an ageing population, ageing veterans and community health in this ground-breaking book.
This heartwarming and vibrantly illustrated story is a love letter from a child, written almost entirely in idioms, to someone who means the world to them. The English language is rich in idioms, and it can be difficult for children to grasp the concept. This book is an engaging and memorable way for children to learn all about idioms .
Told mostly from the perspective of Nabila, the eldest child of a one-parent immigrant family to Australia, this novel focuses on how the wider community pulls together, despite the family's fears of discrimination, when the youngest child, Imani, goes missing. Looking for Imani is a tale that weaves together a variety of themes into a heartfelt ......
How understanding the evolution of the human brain can help you re-connect with the world
Our civilisation relies on the human capacity to connect and cooperate. Yet this drive accentuates group frictions, worsened by overcrowding and media. Mark advocates reconnecting to overcome divisions, exploring brain evolution and practical connection. He envisions leveraging this drive to foster multicultural societies for global betterment.
How to manage your email, prioritise tasks, and regain control of your working day
Part of the new Australian Business Essentials series, this timely reference explains how to get your email under control, maintain your work focus and minimise interruptions, and improve your productivity by up to two hours per day.
Brings over 20,000 of the most commonly used girls names in the English-speaking world together in one handy volume. Each name has a brief explanation of origin, with the most popular names having an expanded historical entry. Also includes an introductory chapter on the naming of babies...
In this fully illustrated personal look at the culture of hot rods and customised vehicles in Australia are dozens of fascinating stories about these incredible cars and the passionate craftspeople, amateur and professional, who build them. Includes unique and never before seen photos and contributions from dozens of hot rod and custom enthusiasts.
