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I have written a handbook on living sustainably in marine and aquatic environments awaiting publishing. This took many years research and used a plethora of life experience. This has been approved by 6 government and 3 non-government departments in Australia.

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Sciences > Ecology & Environment Environmental crime explained: 1 of 5
Something we are all guilty of, whether intentionally or unintentionally...crimes against the Environment.It could be said that Environmental crime began at the time of modern man and the felling of forests, creation of machinery and industrialisation. It seems everything we humans (most humans) do to develop (in our concept ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Should we emphasize adaptation to climate change or mitigation of CO2 emissions?: 1 of 5
Yes! We should be preparing adaptation measures for this climate change that IS taking place, and has been scientifically proven with geological, sattelite, recorded data and the like. It is a fact that we are experiencing a much warmer climate, or is it that South Australia and Victoria in Australia are merely having a warm ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Effects of climate change on society and the environment: 5 of 15
Whether we like to admit or not, Climate Change IS happening, and IS having impacts on every sphere of our lives and the planet.There are skeptics who choose to bury their head in the hot sand whilst their posterior blisters with basal cell carcinomas, refusing to admit our generations and those of some of our ancestors have,... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Foods that keep you from looking old: 3 of 5
We all want to retain our youth and not succumb to the ageing process.There are so many foods available to assist in making this dream a reality, with those available in your own country preferable before others. This theory is reccommended as foods grown in local regions not only save on fossil fuels by reducing the travel i... More..
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics Are children overdiagnosed with attention deficit disorder?: 59 of 89
Children are definitely overdiagnosed with ADD. Instead of handing out life-damaging drugs (that often get stolen by teens & adults to get high), look at what is the cause of the child's hyperactivity! Some of these so-called ADD children, simply do not get the attention they require early enough in life due to busy parents, ... More..
Education > Colleges & Universities (Other) Is a college degree necessary for success?: 36 of 52
No, a college degree is not necessary for success! Firstly, how do we define sucess? This is the key here, is it fiscal or spiritual/emotional? Is it a public or private achievement? Only when we have the answer to this concept, can we fully answer this question, and that is an individual thing.I personally have a Diploma, a ... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Is it better for schools to be rigorous or nurturing?: 23 of 31
As a teacher of small children in a boarding school, it is extremely important to the child's foundation that we be nurturing before opting for rigorous learning. The Steiner School's approach is ideal. They not only nurture the child's best aspects/talents, but they allow them to excel if they are capable, or stay at a level... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Climate change must be addressed regardless of why it is happening: 3 of 4
There is a moral obligation to the creatures of the Earth, including our children, to responsibly address the causes and issues of Climate Change. The fact is, our atmosphere and ecosystem which we rely on for our mere survival, is becoming inhabitable for all living things. Already the Polar Bears are suffering and finding i... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Health (Other) Overview: Intestinal health: 4 of 5
A serious colonic issue commonly overlooked by the medical profession, is Diabetes Insipidus. I have suffered terribly as a result of diabetes insipidus after my head was shaken like a milkshake in a MVA,damaging hypothalamus, causing the body to severely dehydrate to a point where you feel you will die if you can't get moist... More..
Education > College Courses & Majors Testimonies: The diary of an adult university student: 17 of 19
Returning to study in an institution after twenty seven years was no easy task, especially with a teenage daughter to support single-handedly , and maintaining part-time employment. I never dreamt of going to university, as only went to Junior High and left home at fifteen years of age. The reason behind it was partly the gov... More..