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Category: Community Interests

This Category Is For Local Communities, Statewide, Nationwide, International And Online Community For Those Who Like To Feel Part Of A Community And To Encourage All Of Us To Think Outside The Square Where We Reside Personally And Expand Our Vision.

Published on Leave a comment on Two Footy Fans Show An Excellent Example Of Good Sportsmanship At A Finals Match – Read This!

A Young Boy And His Dad Witnessed Some Bad Sportsmanship After The Match And TV Interview From A Member Of The Team They Barrack For With Better Expectations When They Attended. Everyone Likes To Have A Good Experience Hey? This Incidence Caused A Considerable Upset To A Young Fan Who No Doubt Looks Up To His Team Of Choice And His Dad Shared The Same Sentiments. Very Concerned About The Inappropriate Conduct They Witnessed, He Approved Of His Son's Wishes To Congratulate The Member Of The Other Team Who Was Abused. A Family Member Of Mine Who Loves To Watch His Footy And Cricket Matches Brought The Following Article To My Attention For Personal Reading. It Is Such A Good Story, I Thought It's Worth Sharing On Ours Australia In The Interest Of Good Sportsmanship And Family Communications. Well Done! Read This.

Crying AFL Fan’s Beautiful Message To Tom Lynch After Finals Bullying

By Joey Riordan 7 NEWS

Joey is a sports nut who joins the 7NEWS online team to run the sport page. He continues a long association with the 7Sport brand having previously worked on the site as a producer with Yahoo7.…

Published on Leave a comment on Depressed by the News? Here Are 7 Strategies for Self-Care

By Gennady Musher MD, PhD  2018

First the good news about all the bad news you might be reading and seeing these days: Bad news cannot cause depression. Depression is a complex biological illness, and in my professional practice as a psychiatrist, I have seen nothing to suggest that depression rates are rising in a response to the barrage of negative stories we’re hearing and seeing in the media these days. And none of the copious research on depression has concluded that it can be caused by exposure to negative media.

The roots of depression go deeper than environmental factors. After all, some people can suffer trauma and go on to live a normal life, while other people might become depressed over seemingly slight setbacks. Our responses to life’s vicissitudes are determined by the interaction of biology and environment — nature and nurture — and are as individual as each of us.

Choose Wisely - There Are Options!

However, if you’re predisposed to depression or are already in the throes of it, you may find that a lot of time spent absorbing the news — through television, newspapers, or online — can make you feel worse.…

Published on Leave a comment on An Absolute Kudos To SA Wine Region For Wishing To Stay GMO Free!

IN ADDITION TO THEIR PRINCIPLE OF PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING TOP QUALITY WINE, I HAVE DONE CONSIDERABLE RESEARCH ON THE LIKES OF MONSANTO - THEY ARE VERY SHADY, TO SAY THE LEAST. I WILL PLACE LINKS TO TWO OF MY WEBSITES IN SUPPORT TO DECISIONS LIKE THIS. THE SA GOVERNMENT DID NOT DO THEIR HOMEWORK PROPERLY CONCERNING THEIR DECISION TO ALLOW GMO CROPS INTO THE STATE. THERE ARE REAL FACTORS, I BELIEVE, THEY WERE NOT AWARE OF TO APPROVE SUCH A THING! THE MCLARENVALE WINE REGION HAS SOME SMART DECISION MAKERS - IT IS WISE TO DO DUE DILIGENCE IN SUCH MATTERS AND I WOULD LIKE TO APPLAUD THEM WHOLEHEARTEDLY.

Key SA Wine Region Leads Push To Remain GM-Free

From Indaily.Com.Au

South Australia’s largest council is poised to be the first to ask permission to ban genetically modified crops from its borders following a push from McLaren Vale’s wine industry, which says the lifting of a moratorium will cost the region millions.

Onkaparinga councillors will decide tomorrow night (Tuesday, September 15) if they will ask for the district to be given non-GM crop designation following months of public consultation.

Legislation lifting a 16 Year Ban on Genetically Modified Crops in SA was passed by state parliament in May.…

Published on Leave a comment on SA Government Takes Initiative Against Plastics Again – Kudos!

SO MUCH COULD BE SAID CONCERNING THE AVALANCHE OF PLASTIC WASTE FROM TAKEAWAY SHOPS THAT ENDS UP ON OUR BEACHES, IN PARKS AND OTHER PLACES, IN AUSTRALIA AND MUCH OF IT IS SINGLE USE PLASTICS. NOW THE SA GOVERNMENT IS STARTING TO STEP IN ON THAT, TO PROTECT OUR OCEAN AND AREAS FROM UNNECESSARY LANDFILL.

South Australia Becomes First State In The Country To Ban Single-Use Plastics

The South Australian parliament has passed laws banning single-use plastics but the measures will be delayed until next year because of COVID-19.

South Australia has become the first state in Australia to ban single-use plastics such as straws and cutlery.

But the introduction of the new laws will be delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The measures were passed in parliament on Wednesday and also allow for other items to be progressively added to the banned list.

Single Plastic Waste Source: PA Wire

"There has been significant community and industry support for swift action on single-use plastic products with many households and businesses across the state already taking steps to remove them," Environment Minister David Speirs said.

"Our legislation at first bans single-use plastic items like straws, cutlery and beverage stirrers and outlines a framework for adding more items in the future.…

Published on Leave a comment on The Royal Australian Mint Has Released A New Coin That’s Designed To Be Donated.

By SHARON MASIGE – Business Insider

The Royal Australian Mint has unveiled a new dollar coin that is designed to be donated to charities – and 3 million have already been released into circulation.

The Mint unveiled the Donation Dollar as part of a world-first donation initiative. While the dollar is legal tender, the Mint is encouraging Aussies to use it wherever cash donations are accepted to help people or organisations that are in need.

Proud To Be Australian!

Each of these coins feature the call to action “Give to Help Others”. There’s also a green centre with a gold ripple design, which represents the ongoing impact each donation makes to those in need. According to the Mint, three in five Australians said they would be likely to donate this coin if they saw it among their change.

The first lot of three million coins has been released into circulation, with millions more to be released in the coming years. If every Australian donated one of these dollars, it could possibly raise an extra $300 million a year for those who are disadvantaged.

The Australian Generosity Report found one in five Australians said they’ll need some level of aid over the next 12 months, either for themselves or for their family.…

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Published on 1 Comment on Bunny Language And Memory – Learning The Secrets Helps With Bonding

IF YOU'RE CONSIDERING HAVING A BUNNY FOR A PET OR ALREADY HAVE ONE, IT IS GOOD TO KNOW THESE THINGS. BUNNIES HAVE A LANGUAGE OF THEIR OWN, JUST LIKE WE DO, AND OTHER CREATURES.

THIS POST WILL HELP YOU TO UNDERSTAND THE LITTLE MOVEMENTS THEY MAKE - HOW TO INTERPRET THEM AND ALSO DESCRIBES THEIR MEMORIES. BUNNIES HAVE GOOD MEMORIES, SO WE NEED TO BE CAREFUL. READING THESE TWO ARTICLES FROM Petsial.Com WILL HELP YOU RELATE AND BOND WITH YOUR BUNNY/BUNNIES. THEY ARE VERY DIFFERENT TO PUPPIES AND KITTENS - BUNNY BONDING IS SO IMPORTANT, THEY CAN LEARN TO TRUST YOU BETTER WHEN YOU ARE SENSITIVE TO THEIR NEEDS.

Ways to Speak Rabbit and Communicate with Your Bunny

For the sake of this post, keep in mind that we are focused on reading your rabbits language and signs that they are showing you or trying to communicate.

The Importance of Bunny Communication

Recognizing these signals and communications from your rabbit is 100% necessary and an obligation of yours and yours only.

Bunnies are extremely social and have basic needs as we do.

Ignoring specific signals or behaviors may leave your bunny feeling neglected or not loved.…

Published on Leave a comment on Elders Around the World in Their 80s, 90s, and 100s Are Bouncing Back From Virus – and Sharing Advice

DO MAKE SURE TO READ THIS MARVELOUS ARTICLE I FOUND ON THE GOOD NEWS NETWORK. IT WILL INSPIRE YOU FOR SURE - SOME OF THESE ELDERLY WOMEN ARE REALLY GREAT IN THEIR OUTLOOK TOWARDS LIFE AND ARE PASSING SOME OF THAT ON TO US. WHEN YOU READ THE WORDS THEY SHARE, IT IS NO WONDER THEY COPE SO WELL. HAVING EXPERIENCED HARD TIMES YEARS AGO, THEY HAVE WISDOM TO IMPART. SEE IF YOU CAN CATCH SOME OF THEIR COURAGE AND TAKE A LEAF FROM THEIR BOOK - I REALLY ADMIRE THEIR VIBRANT SPIRIT AND TRUST YOU DO ALSO!

People in their golden years have lived through a lot of difficult times. Most remember the six grueling years of World War II, and the rejoicing 75 years ago today when the Nazis surrendered.

People made sacrifices—and weddings were postponed.

Lucille Ellson of Orlando knows a lot of people are in a panic about their weddings, and sees parallels between today and WW II, especially: She was supposed to be married in 1942, but then came the attack on Pearl Harbor and her fiancé enlisted to fight. Their marriage would have to wait.…

Published on Leave a comment on Wonders In Kindness And Empathy During A Pandemic – Everyone Benefits!

Please Read The Content Of This Page And You Will See. Especially If You Practice:)

Believe It Or Not, Over The Last Few Months In My Area, I Have Seen Improvements In The Way People Are Relating, When Shopping Etc Apart From Some (there are always the few of-course). People Are Showing Empathy And Courtesy In Public Places - Some Are Interested To Exchange A Few Words And Sometimes A Little Laughter Or Smile. Yes, In Some Places At This Time, We Are Actually Experiencing A Sense Of Connectedness Amidst Restrictions Which Are Imposed For The Safety And Benefit Of ALL.

I have been doing some research recently on managing through this time, for my Readers and Visitors.

Some have enjoyed my page "WAYS TO BRIGHTEN THE COMING MONTHS" in a Hope/Comfort In 2020 menu on my Health and Inspirations website HERE Do Enjoy! Now for the following discoveries I made recently (with authors names) it is their work, not mine.

How to Practice Empathy During the Pandemic
By Kendra Cherry

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to sweeping changes and disruptions in nearly every aspect of daily life. With mandates and guidelines changing all the time, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by our own anxieties.…

Published on Leave a comment on Using This Pandemic Time To Our Advantage – Some Things Can Be Good!

By Janet Vargas - Founder Of This Website

SOME NEGATIVE VOICES WERE SAYING "YOU'LL DRIVE EACH-OTHER NUTS" and "THE KIDS WILL DRIVE YOU NUTS" and YOU KNOW THE SAYING: NEGATIVITY STRENGTHENS NEGATIVITY. THE SAME CAN BE TRUE FOR A POSITIVE OUTLOOK - YOU CAN REAP GOOD FRUIT. ONE PERSON SAID THAT "COVID CAN MAKE YOU, YOUR MARRIAGE OR BREAK YOU" - DEPENDS WHAT WE DO IN/WITH THIS TIME AYE? SOME APPROACHES ARE BETTER THAN OTHERS. I WILL NAME A FEW HERE.

I don't want to sound sinchy but I believe that things can work out for Good and have practiced this for some years. You know something? A few months ago, I could see ways our lives could be enriched and improved during this time and sure enough, I'm hearing reports in Good News media of people experiencing that. Stay with me......

Think about it for a minute: things were "rush rush" for most people. Not enough time to do everything, not enough time to spend with each-other and kids........ then think of all the time most of you have now? Think of this as a positive, rather than a negative hey?…

Published on Leave a comment on Finding Calm In The Restless Sea Of Humanity – This May Benefit You

By Janet Vargas - Owner of this Website

Humanity has become a restless tide with unseen influences affecting our values, choices and peace of mind, not to mention the way we relate as families, friends and citizens in daily life. Even the way we work has taken on phenomenal changes for countless employees, office workers and tradesmen and business owners.

We need to stand back from it all sometimes and say “hey, wait a minute”............ we need to find composure aside from the rush and bustle of things that place claims, so to speak, on our time and energies. We need to determine our values to make our lives meaningful and balanced - finding a happier and healthier existence for doing so, in this stressful generation. 

We all have values, big or small, constructive or destructive, beneficial or otherwise, yet many of us have not taken much time to think of our values, to actually determine a set of values.

 This is a Good Thing and a Healthy Practice for everyone to engage in - even to take a look at our values periodically. 

Actually, many of us in our upbringing  have not not been encouraged to establish values, having been brought up with two busy working parents, single parent managing things on their own or business parents - that takes a considerable amount of time and attention.…