Alyssa Mackay

Workplace feedback can facilitate better communication between managers and their staff, increase employee engagement and promote a positive workplace culture.
However, integrating employee feedback seamlessly into an organisation’s everyday processes is easier said than done.
For feedback to have a positive impact, it needs to be consistent and regular, be given formally and informally, and used as a tool for ongoing professional development.
This article discusses in more detail what feedba...

When you’ve got a leak, a broken pipe or a blocked toilet, who are you going to call? We hope the answer to that question is “an experienced plumber”. They’re the only people with the right training, certifications and know-how to fix your problem. While it might be tempting to do some DIY plumbing, you should never compromise on quality and safety.
Here are several reasons why you should put your tools back in the box and call an experienced plumber.
In NSW, all work classified as plumbing m...

Louvre windows are constructed using rows of horizontal glass blades, which are easily adjusted using a lever. This means you can choose the amount of air or light to let into your living space. Louvre windows can also be locked and fitted with screens for added protection.

At Online Windows, we offer high-quality louvre windows with fast delivery across South East Queensland, including Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and Gympie. Our windows are 100% Australian designed and manuf...

Employment 2021

As we near the end of 2020, it’s time to think about how you envision your employment in 2021.

Many people have experienced a loss of work due to the impact of Covid-19, leaving them feeling insecure and uncertain about the future. As a result, workers are wondering whether a new job would afford them better protection against layoffs and business closures.

If you’re in the same situation and will be looking for a new job in 2021, there are a few things you should consider fir...

Cremation is a popular choice for Australians upon the death of a loved one, with many people choosing to scatter their ashes in a place of personal significance. Perhaps your loved one requested to have their remains scattered at sea, or maybe they loved nature and expressed a desire to have their ashes scattered in bushland.
At Cairns Funeral Directors, we know what an important decision it is to honour the memory of your loved one. That’s why we’re here to help you navigate the rules and r...

If you’re thinking of installing a high-quality folding arm awning in your home or business on the Sunshine Coast or in Brisbane, iQ Shutters offer a range of products to suit your needs.

Relax on your patio and soak up the warm weather without being exposed to direct sunlight, or extend the roof at your restaurant so more customers can dine al fresco. With a folding arm awning, you can enjoy the outdoors any time of the year.

What is a folding arm awning and how does it work?

A folding arm a...

A high-performance fibreglass pool can last for more than 30 years, longer than any other type of pool. That’s why fibreglass pools are fast becoming the pool of choice for many Australians who want a long-lasting, no-fuss pool that’s easy to maintain.

Barrier Reef fibreglass pools exceed the Australian and worldwide standard for thick...

As a budding milliner, I’m always looking for new opportunities to be creative, to challenge myself and to make new pieces. That’s why I jumped at the chance to enter the 2020 Hattember Competition.

We were given three materials and told to create a hat, headpiece or fascinator. We were also able to choose three other materials in order to make an innovative, wearable design.

I received my three materials – an ivory coloured straw parasisal hood to use as the fou...

We’ve all done it – tried to copy a celebrity with a new hairstyle that makes us look like a million dollars. Some of us will never forget Jennifer Aniston’s ‘The Rachel’ haircut. These days it’s the latest colour being sported by Kim Kardashian or Kylie Jenner.
But when you ask your hairdresser for the same look as your fave celeb, it may not turn out quite how you expected.
This is because you need to find a look that’s uniquely you, not one that belongs to someone else.
But how do you find...