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Does size matter?

Posted in Body Image, Fashion Industry on Oct 8th, 2008 1 Comment »

Guest post by Enlighten’s Program Manager for South Australia, Jane Higgins

An article in the Adelaide’s Advertiser on Saturday 20th September, 2008 sparked my interest.
Apparently a review of the Australian Textile, Clothing and Footwear Industries was released this week by the Federal Industry Minister, Kim Carr. The review recommend that $5 million be put towards developing [...]

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Let’s get smashed – a South Australian perspective on teen drinking

Posted in Cyber world / Bullying, Underage Drinking on Jul 17th, 2008 9 Comments »

Guest post written by Enlighten Eduaction’s Program Manager for South Australia, Jane Higgins.

What is really happening to our young people when they drink themselves into unconsciousness? Why do they feel the need to do this? What is missing from their lives?
According to recent media headlines, youth binge drinking has risen to epidemic proportions. The Australian Institute of [...]

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