Monthly Archives: August 2011

what makes a 22 year-old cry?

Posted on August 29, 2011 by

So, I used to think gen Y was pretty self-obsessed and unmotivated.  That was, until I met Michelle Janssen, who is 22 and truly defies the stereotype. Michelle radiates social goodness, and has a huge heart for all things charity.  … Continue reading →

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Digging deep….into your bathroom cabinet

Posted on August 19, 2011 by

I’ve got a confession to make. You ready? Here it is. Every time I stay in a hotel, I can’t stop myself taking the complimentary hotel shampoo, conditioner, bubble bath, shower cap etc… I know that I will never use them, but … Continue reading →

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Just GIVIT!

Posted on August 17, 2011 by

I agree, times are tough.  It is pretty easy to throw your arms in the air, be overwhelmed by the enormity of social needs facing our globe and do nothing at all.  However, I am a non-believer in this whole … Continue reading →

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give your skills to a nfp

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

I recently asked a dear friend of mine for some advice; in her experience as the CEO of a large statewide not-for-profit, if you cant give cash, what can you give?  This is what she wrote: One of the savviest … Continue reading →

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Expresso Train Café & Catering – Social Enterprise in Nundah, Brisbane

Posted on August 6, 2011 by

Recently I heard about a fantastic Social Enterprise in Nundah, Brisbane.  It is called Expresso Train Café & Catering, 46 Station Street, Nundah – just opposite the Nundah Train station.  The Café is part of the Nundah Community Enterprises Co-operative … Continue reading →

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