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If you started your own charity or social enterprise, what would it be and why? Have your say + win

6th May 2021

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If you started your own charity or social enterprise, what would it be and why? Have Your Say and you'll be in with a chance to win one of two $50 WISH eGift cards. The winners will be the two...

Should we have the right to disconnect? Does the 'Always on' work culture affect you?

7th Apr 2021

69 Comments

Recently the ABC reported "The right to disconnect – won in the Victoria Police union's most recent negotiations – directs managers to respect leave and rest days and avoid contacting officers...

What makes a 'Good brand'?

17th Mar 2021

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In recent years, the role of companies in society has slowly been evolving. Beyond delivering valuable products and/or services for consumers, brands are now trying to be "Good". We’d love to know...

Technology in Research

3rd Mar 2021

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The use of technology in surveys is growing. Some new techniques that can be used include: - Visual tracking (tracks the activity of the eye on the screen) - Facial recognition (can verify or...

What's your thoughts on Facebook banning then unbanning Australians from accessing news?

18th Feb 2021

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Updated Feb 23: "Facebook will scrap its ban on Australian news and publishers within “days” in a shock announcement made less than a week after it first pulled all news content from Australian...

What are your thoughts on the prospect of no Google Search Engine in Australia?

28th Jan 2021

90 Comments

As you may have seen in the news of late, a law which is currently establishing a new code for digital media is being considered by a parliamentary inquiry. As part of this new code, the...

Universal Basic Income

18th Jan 2021

61 Comments

Following the pandemic, a new poll by the Green Institute showed 58 per cent of Australians now support a Universal Basic Income (UBI). This new research indicates the lockdowns and widespread...

Gambling during COVID

14th Dec 2020

36 Comments

The Australian Institute of Family Studies recently completed a survey of 2,000 active gamblers to understand how their behaviour and/or attitudes toward gambling changed during COVID-19 lockdowns....

Social Media vs. Social Interaction

14th Dec 2020

40 Comments

In 2018, research revealed social media is most effective in tackling loneliness when it is used to enhance existing relationships, or forge new meaningful connections. On the other hand, it is...

Life in Lockdown / Isolation

31st Mar 2020

143 Comments

Here at Cafestudy, we have been making a conscious effort to learn new skills and exercise daily during life in lockdown/isolation. We would like to know what have you been doing to adapt to life...

I'm interested in your hobby

20th Nov 2019

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Im interested in your interests i.e. Hobbies, Creative side. OR what you love in your life at this moment.

Does convenience come at a price?

17th Sep 2019

45 Comments

Ever spoken about a particular product or destination to a friend during conversation, only to have an advertisement for that same thing randomly show on your social media newsfeed? Do you feel as...

Where to buy summer dresses?

20th Apr 2019

10 Comments

I usually shop the clothing from local shops, but currently due to busy schedule thinking about online shopping. I don’t have an idea of any good women’s clothing stores; someone referred me to use...

Compulsory Voting

9th Apr 2019

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Hi, Just wondering how many people would vote is it wasn't compulsory? I go to a booth do my vote, then go to another booth & do my mum's vote. In a democracy, I think it should be voluntary. Would...

Climate Change Actions

7th Feb 2019

78 Comments

In today's news, the UN reported that last year was the fourth warmest on record. We would like to hear what our Cafestudy members are doing to help slow down climate change. Have you changed your...

Bottle Recycling

3rd Nov 2018

19 Comments

Just wondering what others' thoughts are on this. In Brisbane and surrounding areas a new bottle recycling system has just started up a couple of day ago wherein you take your empty bottles to...

Fluctuating fuel prices and the Government

19th Jul 2018

26 Comments

My husband and I were out driving the other day and passed a petrol station where the price of petrol was $1.29...."that's not bad" I thought compared to what the price had been in the past few...

Facebook privacy - are you worried?

11th Apr 2018

262 Comments

Following the recent Facebook privacy scandal, have you changed your behaviour on Facebook? Are you conscious about how much you share and are you worried about your privacy?

Cafestudy Redemptions

3rd Aug 2017

77 Comments

Please let us know what you think of the new redemption options. Both good and bad please. Is there anything we can still make better? Is there anything that is particularly good?

Facials

19th Jun 2016

9 Comments

What is the difference between a facial and microdermabrasion? Are they the same? If not, which is better and what do they do? Also, what is best for clogged pores or pimples?

Exercise Tips

11th Jul 2015

16 Comments

What are good exercise to do to lose more weigh? Your tips or opinions on this is required.

Op Shops

12th Dec 2014

93 Comments

Op shops have traditionally been run by charitable and church organisations. Some like Salvos and Red Cross, have gone upmarket, whilst Goodwill and Vinnies still look homely. 1) Which image of...

Driving skills

19th May 2014

86 Comments

OK who is with me on this one? In my opinion, the Government should make it compulsary for all new drivers to go through a Defensive Driving Course suplimented by the government prior to moving to...

Best car for a young family with a baby

13th Jan 2014

100 Comments

My husband and I are expecting a baby and are looking to buy a new car but we disagree on what is important. I want something practical like a station wagon, but he wants something a bit more...

Cycle - Ways

3rd Dec 2013

13 Comments

I think Cycle ways are a waste of money...I reckon that money would be better spent on improving Public Transport.

finding a book that interest me

19th Aug 2013

17 Comments

I have not read many books over the years but was given a fortunate life to read and enjoyed it so much that its made me want more but every time i get a book i hate it does anyone know books like...

Modern art vs. Historic art

8th Aug 2013

17 Comments

Modern art does not compare to olden day art e.g. the works of leo da vinci compared to that blue squiggle painting that is worth 30+ million dollars, is much better and more enjoyable.

Poetry

3rd Aug 2013

10 Comments

There are things in life we can't simply tell that we'd rather put into poetry. How about sharing a line or two of a poetry you have been writing in your mind? Definitely love to read them.

Vampire books

28th Jul 2013

19 Comments

How many others are into good ol' vampire/goth books? Read the 'Twilight series, I loved them but I'm running out of good vampire books to read; I've currently read around two hundred of them. I...

Eyelash Extension Reccomendations

12th Dec 2012

21 Comments

I am just wondering what everyone take is on eyelash extensions, what brands you like and where you go?