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Eight simple changes to our neighbourhoods can help us age well

  Staying physically active can play a big part in ageing well – and a well-designed neighbourhood helps with that. Where we live can play a big...

Let’s face it, we’ll be no safer with a national facial recognition database

Many more faces to be added to a national database, but will it make us any safer? A commitment to share the biometric...

Whose best friend? How gender and stereotypes can shape our relationship with dogs

One man and his dog. Pierre Malou, Author provided The relationship between people and their dogs can be a lasting and loving bond if the match...

What economics has to say about same-sex marriage

If people want commodities like: love, company, doing tasks together, they are better off if marriage is permitted. David Crosling/AAP Love and companionship make...

Explainer: what legal benefits do married couples have that de facto couples do not?

De facto couples still often have to go to great lengths to prove their relationship, unlike married couples, who need only furnish...

Marriage Equality – Why a YES vote is important

An Editorial Now the papers for the non-binding vote on marriage equality have started to be delivered and with them, comes a very important decision. Do...

Marriage vote : how advocacy ads exploit our emotions in divisive debates

The ‘Yes’ campaign’s first ad focused on the evidential flaws with the ‘No’ campaign’s ads. The same-sex marriage debate in Australia was always bound...

Are you part of a social group? Making sure you are will improve your health

Social connectedness supports our   physical and mental health. Photo by Matheus Ferrero on Unsplash It’s well established that people who feel socially isolated, or...

Why the ecocity needs to be a just city

Why is it easier to imagine a green ecocity than a just city where everyone belongs? the yes man/flickr Why is it easier to...

A Problem Facing More Parents ‘School Refusal’

Child and adolescent ‘School Refusal’ is a complex problem that can lead to more serious mental health issues if not recognised and dealt with...
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Kina Breaks Streaming History With Lo-Fi Single ‘Get You The Moon’

Naples-born Kina, at just 24, becoming the inaugural Italian artist to hit the one billion stream milestone on Spotify with an original composition. Chances...

Polished Concrete in Commercial and Industrial Settings

n the flooring world, polished concrete has become a superstar, especially in commercial and industrial spaces. If you’ve walked into a trendy retail store,...

The Role Of Regular Inspections In Sewer Repairs And Maintenance 

The sewer system is a critical infrastructure component, essential for maintaining public health and environmental standards. Effective management of sewer systems can prevent hazardous...

Mick Pacholli

Mick created TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide in 1979 with Helmut Katterl, the world's first real Street Magazine. He had been involved with his fathers publishing business, Toorak Times and associated publications since 1972.  Mick was also involved in Melbourne's music scene for a number of years opening venues, discovering and managing bands and providing information and support for the industry. Mick has also created a number of local festivals and is involved in not for profit and supporting local charities.