Health & Wellness

July 4, 2025, 9:30 am

Jewish innovators behind iconic beauty brands

The origins of some of the most iconic beauty inventions and brands actually go much deeper than skin deep. They are rooted in heritage and identity – and Judaism.

By AJN STAFF

June 18, 2025, 2:44 pm

Educators are key to fighting disorders

With more than one million Australians living with an eating disorder, it’s crucial that caregivers and educators are equipped with the right tools to help those affected.

By Jessica Abelsohn

June 18, 2025, 10:35 am

Championing differences through reading

I Don't Like Loud Noises aims to show children to be proud of their differences and that we need to accept each other just the way we are.

By Jessica Abelsohn

June 4, 2025, 8:55 am

Death’s gentle guide

For three decades, Ephraim Finch guided bereaved families through their darkest moments. Now author Katia Ariel tells his remarkable story of compassion, weaving through the stories of those he has helped.

By Jessica Abelsohn

May 28, 2025, 10:50 am

The cross-section of identity and advocacy

QTOPIA Sydney's Jewish CEO Greg Fisher draws on his heritage to champion LGBTQIA+ education, transforming trauma into hope at the world's largest queer centre.

By AJN STAFF

May 26, 2025, 10:05 am

The deliciousness of Australia’s native pantry

New cookbook, The Australian Ingredients Kitchen, challenges the complexity often associated with native ingredient cookery.

By Jessica Abelsohn

May 22, 2025, 11:30 am

A raw exploration of motherhood’s dual nature

'I really want to lift the taboo, to lift the stigma that’s attached to ‘mothering has got to be perfect’. No it doesn’t.'

By Jessica Abelsohn

May 16, 2025, 9:58 am

Saving little lives: why you should know first aid

The AJN looks at why first aid training is essential for every carer of a child — because emergencies happen, and being prepared can save a life.

By Jessica Abelsohn

May 8, 2025, 11:55 am

Explore, connect, and grow through dance

Dance artist Briana Cohen combines technical training with personal development, creating spaces where dancers can excel through mindset and movement.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Jessica Abelsohn sharing her Brave Talk. Photo: Gisele Haber

May 8, 2025, 10:38 am

Being brave with our emotional wellbeing

The community is getting better at recognising the need to be open and honest about our mental and emotional health. But there is still such a long way to go.

By Jessica Abelsohn

March 26, 2025, 12:29 pm

A therapist’s healing journey

In a deeply personal memoir, psychologist Jamie Maserow shares how her own therapy sessions with Moshe Lang have helped her see the light through the darkness. Maserow spoke to Jessica Abelsohn about her journey to becoming an author.

By Jessica Abelsohn

December 13, 2024, 9:17 am

Learning life skills and values through music

'the books aim to communicate a theme of positive coexistence through a strong sense of values and beliefs.'

By AJN STAFF

November 21, 2024, 8:59 am

A legacy of love

Mark Baker was no stranger to death. But when it came knocking for him, he did what he does best. Wrote. Jessica Abelsohn spoke to Mark's wife, Michelle Lesh, about his final memoir, A Season of Death.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Maccabi FC Caulfied proudly wearing their #PlayInPurple socks. Photo: supplied

August 26, 2024, 5:16 pm

Turning football fields purple

The Maccabi Hakoah Junior Soccer Club in Sydney and Maccabi FC Caulfield in Melbourne took part over two weekends in July, with the initiative supported by #PurpleOurWorld in Sydney.

By AJN STAFF

August 16, 2024, 8:05 am

Dancing their way to hope

In a deeply personal and honest account, Romi Grossberg brings the story of Tiny Toones to life through her new book Hip Hop & Hope. She shared her story with The AJN.

By Jessica Abelsohn

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