Category Archives: Health

RU OK? Day e-audio books

R U OK? Day is a national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” if someone in your world is struggling with life’s ups and downs. Today is not only … Continue reading

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Today is R U OK? Day

Starting important conversations on R U OK? Day (9 September) is more important than ever during this unprecedented time. BorrowBox has selected a range of some of our most meaningful mental health and lifestyle titles to help those who may … Continue reading

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Podcast with Author Bianca Nogrady

In the lead-up to her anticipated author talk at Katoomba Library, local journalist and author Bianca Nogrady joined us for a chat about life, reading, sci-fi and her latest book, The End: The Human Experience of Death. Have a listen to … Continue reading

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Ecoread Podcast

In our latest podcast, author A. D. Martin talks climate change, connecting with nature, the ills of rampant consumerism, his tips for simpler living, and his latest good non-fiction reads. Food for thought! Click here to listen online, or search … Continue reading

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Podcast with Shamala Ratnesar

In our latest podcast episode, host John Merriman is joined by Shamala Ratnesar, author of ‘The Total Life Diet’ and recent guest speaker at Springwood Library. Click here to listen online, or search for ‘Listeners in the Mist’ in iTunes. … Continue reading

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>Australia’s Health Report 2010

> Australia’s Health Report 2010 has been released and is freely available online as a pdf document (just click on the report’s title back there) It is the premier source of statistics and commentary on: determinants of health and keys … Continue reading

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