Performing research aimed at reducing the incidence of vaccine preventable diseases and improving vaccine uptake, in children and adults.

An international charity providing smiles and laughter to children at a time when they need it most.

Bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity and and contributing to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.

Helping people through positive, supportive and enriching encounters with dogs.

Anthony's new album THIRTY is out now, and he's taking it on the road in July and August - dates and tickets here!

This week is National Volunteer Week - recognising the 6 million Australians who volunteer annually - find out more here!

Help 15 year old Dom Mortimer in his quest to buy a school bus for St Monica's in Morogoro, Tanzania.

Kids2Kids is a charity set up in 2010 by Dominic Mortimer to support projects in Tanzania/Kenya.

17 May is a global day of action for people to make a stand for good food and essential cooking skills.

The UK's most famous chef - check out his site for info about his shows, books, recipes and Food Revolution Day!

A community designed to inspire women to be proactive and vigilant with their breast and ovarian health, while providing a safe haven for high risk women to connect.

Australia's first scenario based adventure challenge, designed and tested by people with Special Forces and UN experience and simulating fleeing a civil war.

Facilitating positive connections between people within a community to provide support to children with disabilities and their families.

Rebuilding farms, fences and communities in the wake of natural disasters.

The Salvos need 100,000 volunteers to help out with their annual doorknock at the end of May - sign up here!

The new concert-style presentation is at Her Majesty's as part of the Adelaide Cabaret Festival - get tickets here.

The new concert-style presentation is coming to Hamer Hall on June 20 and 21 - get tickets here.

Samuel Johnson’s sister Connie is dying of breast cancer so he’s setting out to ride around Australia on a unicycle to raise $1 mill for cancer research!

Hey Perth! Check out Pete's awesome new show. You've got one night only, so make it count!

Tyler was diagnosed with cancer again. A Fundraising Gala on Saturday, May 18 has been planned to support Tyler.

Dean's in town for the Karate Alliance Australia's championships on May 10 and 11 in Melbourne.

Looking for some delicious easy to cook recipes? More than 130 mouthwatering recipes have been broken down into days of the week! Click through for more.

beyondblue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders

Charlie Teo is a director of this foundation, accelerating a cure for brain cancer.

Help to break the extreme poverty cycle - and understand how it feels to live on just $2 per day.

Raising awareness throughout Australia to reduce the number of deaths and injuries caused by Carbon Monoxide.

Gigs in Melbourne and Brisbane still to go on the rock legends' Global Warming tour - tickets here!

Selling a unique colour-coded range of collars and leads to help you walk your dog safely.

A registered charity to save healthy homeless dogs and cats from unnecessary euthanasia in pounds and shelters and find them loving Forever Homes.

Sunil Tripathi has been missing from his Providence apartment since early Saturday morning, March 16th. Show your hand in support.

The latest looks from the urban jungle featuring Project guest Jess.

Bucky and Chubba run their blog as a hub for dads, a comfort zone where first time and accomplished dads can find real parenting stories written by blokes just like them.

Bruce Devereaux's daddy blog on raising a family on little more that laughs.

1500 people are sleeping at the MCG tonight to raise money for the homeless. Help out here.

Collecting 5 cent pieces to make a difference to those living in extreme poverty.

A not-for-profit organisation run entirely by volunteers, aiming to inspire social entrepreneurs to end poverty.

Nothing is sacred in the queen of the transgressive's new show touring Australia now - dates and tickets here.

Information from the Prime Minister's office about the tragedy in Boston. If you're unable to contact loved ones, call the DFAT consular emergency centre: 1300 555135.

See Kitty live at the Athaneum for the Melbourne Comedy Festival - details and tickets here!

An advocacy and information service striving for a world free of discrimination for people with little or no speech.

The Dignity for Disability Party’s representative in South Australian Parliament, Kelly is fighting for the rights of those with disabilities.

Tom's currently doing the Melbourne comedy festival - next stop Sydney - tickets for both shows here!

Providing hope, care and compassion by granting wishes to adults with serious illnesses.

Barbara Eden's appearing in Melbourne (April 12-14) and the Gold Coast (April 19-21), along with the Hoff, Eliza Dushku, Rose McGowan and heaps more!

25 men riding across Australia on ex-postie bikes to raise money for The Prostate Cancer Foundation.

Dedicated to reducing the impact of prostate cancer on Australian men, their partners, families and the wider community.

Funding research for prevention and cure of breast cancer

Check out all the details of Sydney's huge fashion event and even see the shows live online!

John Lydon's legendary band are touring Australia right now - get your tickets here!

For information on abortion please check out the links and numbers at the bottom of this article.

The star of 30 Rock and Saturday Night Live is touring Australia now - tickets going fast, so grab 'em here!

Olly's touring Australia in November - find out the dates here and get your tickets next week!

Olly's website has everything you want to know about him - sample or buy his new album "Right Place Right Time".

You can find more information on Tommy's remarkable recovery and contribute here.

The Qantas Melbourne World Challenge will be held this Saturday the 6th of April at the Lakeside Stadium, Melbourne.

Charlie and Waleed have had a chat backstage at The Project and over four weeks will achieve world peace. As part of the Melbourne Comedy Festival, no less.

Ben Lee performs in Sydney and Byron Bay this April in celebration of his new album, 'Ayahuasca: Welcome To The Work', out May 7!

The Mirabel Foundation works with children who have been orphaned or abandoned due to parental drug use, restoring their sense of self-worth, belonging and hope

Brian Nankervis flicks through the embarrassing photo albums of Australia's favourite comedians - and on April 10, Lehmo and Shane Bourne are exposed! Click here for more

Pete will be performing his show Whatevs (...Forevs) at the MICF from April 9-21 - details and tickets here.

Love, Lust, Faith and Dreams is out May 17. You can pre-order it now.

Lifeline offers 24 hour telephone counselling. If you feel you or someone you know may be at risk, or just need someone to talk to, call Lifeline now on 13 11 14.

All of us can all help Jacob raise awareness of DMD and hopefully convince the government to fund more research aimed at finding a cure.

Jimeoin will be performing at the Athenaeum Theatre as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival from the 2nd to the 7th of April

Wil's playing the (haunted) Princess Theatre throughout the Melbourne Comedy Festival - details here!

Jokes, story-telling and smackdowns from Australia’s most glamorous loudmouth.

Arthritis Australia's interactive site to help you manage joint pain and your risk of Osteoarthritis.

Straight out of Montana, Rich Hall is back for a limited season, letting loose his wry, satirical scorn, never short of targets for his growling indignation.

Hughesy thinks his success means he shouldn't have to eat freezer bread anymore. His wife disagrees. See him at the Comedy Festival from now til Sunday 31st March!

Links to websites regarding dyslexia can be found at the bottom of this article.

See Melanie C, Tim Minchin, Andrew O'Keefe and Jon Stevens in the hit musical - tickets selling fast!

The ‘Event of All Comedy Events’, the Gala is the red carpet televised big gig that establishes all that comes after it in terms of the Comedy Festival.

March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day - go here for more info!

Catia's Facebook page, containing photos and info on her son Julius, the model who's breaking down barriers.

If you're a real fan of Biggest Loser trainers Michelle Bridges and Commando Steve, now is your opportunity to see them both LIVE at Westfield shopping centres!

The Swaziland choir's first album, Voices for the Voiceless, is available now from Amazon and iTunes - more info here.

Trying to bring all Australians together to end the disparity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians in one generation – our generation.

Bob Geldof's classic band is reforming and coming to Australia this May - check out the dates here!

Baby, do a good, good thing - see Chris live in concert!

Catch the world's top comedians, including Dave Hughes and Charlie Pickering, between 28 March and 21 April.

Giving a financial helping hand to the families of patients on the oncology ward at the Royal Children’s Hospital.

Buy merchandise, become a sponsor, or just donate and earn the Icebirds' eternal thanks.

For details on how you can see Jerry Hall in The Graduate, click here.

You could get a chance to take a year off work to work for a charity close to your heart.

Catch the world's top comedians, including Wil Anderson, from 19-24 March - tickets on sale now.

Wil Anderson is appearing at Australia's largest arts event til March 17.

Pete will be performing his show Whatevs (...Forevs) at the AFF from March 12-17 - details and tickets here.

Look out for Tom touring Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne on his "Hello Bitches" tour.

A not-for-profit organisation which has supported vulnerable teenage girls since 2003.

He's touring all around Australia and doing the Melbourne Comedy Festival - dates and tickets here!

Under-15s litter far less than adults. So Keep Australia Beautiful has selected 10 of them to address the litter problem. Find out more here.

It's on again, hundreds of shows to get your laughing gear around, all the details and tickets here!

The madcap Geordie's own web site!

Watch Bear's video here for more info on what he was up to in NZ and be in to win the great kiwi bucket list.

The Australian Communications Consumer Action Network's tip sheet on how to avoid in-app purchases.

The Parents’ Fundraising and Support Committee for the Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) Newborn Intensive Care Unit.

Tax-deductible donations can be made here to make their new car more wheelchair accessible.

For updates on Elliott and Olivia and details on how you can help, head to this Facebook page.

The only Australian organization that exists to provide financial assistance and support to families with children who have Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome (WHS).

KISS, Motley Crue and Thin Lizzy, all on the one bill - tickets here!

Like this page to support The Project's push to for all eligible Aussies to 'Discover, Decide and Discuss' their organ donation wishes with their loved ones.

The comedy superstar setting attendance records around the world is touring Australia next week - tickets here!

Get tickets for Ronan's shows with special guest Brian McFadden here.

This year’s focus “Rare disorders without borders” marks the 6th annual World Rare Disease Day on the 28th February 2013.

Nominations close on March 1, so nominate a great mum now!

Make a donation to Ovarian Cancer Australia here or call 1300 660 334.

To make a donation to Garvan Institute to help with research on blood test for early detection, click here or call 1300 73 6677.

Two of Australia's funniest, together at last - snap up the last couple of Adelaide Fringe tickets, or get your Melbourne Comedy Festival tickets now!

Oxfam's campaign to hold the big 10 food suppliers to provide people with information about what happens in their supply chains.

Megan Mullally and Stephanie Hunt are Nancy and Beth. But which one's Nancy and which one's Beth? Check out Megan's hilarious musical side-project!

Australian Unity, in partnership with Swim Australia, encourages families to ensure their children had the swimming skills to be confident around water.

Stay focused, stay relevant, stay on the line

A professional telephone and online support, information and referral service, helping men to deal with relationship problems in a practical and effective way.

Australia’s national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service

Kids Helpline is Australia's only free, private and confidential counselling service specifically for young people. Click here or call 1800 55 1800.

The Queensland Government has established the Queensland Floods Appeal 2013. Donations can be made by visiting here or by calling 1800 811 700.

A team of passionate conservationists working around-the-clock to deliver an animal experience like no other.

Check out the Hoff's version of "Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again" and get tickets to the Rock for Doc fundraiser.

Head to Hoffspace for all things Hoff, including tickets to his Aussie shows.

Bindi, Bob and Terri know all about healthy diets for animals - and for humans that means lots of fruit!

Australians are owed an average of $107 by their mates. Why not clear the slate this week?

The 15 year old who's not letting Cystic Fibrosis and severe Diabetes stop him from a campaign to raise awareness of organ and tissue donation.

A collection of resources and information useful when dealing with child abuse

Raising awareness and providing tools for change by showcasing leading solutions to the ecological and social challenges we face.

Recycle your old mobile phone - over 90% of the materials in it can be recycled.

Check out Annie Leonard's movie and join the community of people looking to solve the problems of having too much stuff

Committed to improving the health of Indigenous Australians and to reducing the cost of eye health care and treatment in developing countries.

Part of the WWF International Network, the world’s leading, independent conservation organisation.

Starting in Melbourne on Feb 6, check date and venue announcements on Mushroom's Facebook page here or Twitter @mushroomgroup.

Buy your own kit to test yourself for bowel cancer at home.

A pharmacy-based bowel cancer awareness, education and screening program for the Australian community.

Swear off grog for 28 days and help raise money for those most vulnerable to drug and alcohol abuse.

Supporting research to find a cure or acceptable treatment for all forms of Alopecia Areata, and providing support and information.

Find out all about Josh's tour here!

Get tickets for Keith's Melbourne and Sydney concerts plus some extras just released for a rescheduled Brisbane show.

Campaigning to have fallen peacekeepers recognised on the War Memorial's Roll of Honour.

A non-profit community organisation dedicated to reducing deaths in WA from meningococcal disease, and supporting survivors of the disease.

Named in honour of her daughter, Sonja Ryan fights for and educates about children's online safety.

Sign up for updates or get tickets to Pauly's shows here.

Find out more about organ donation and register to save lives.

Owns and operates over 200 funeral homes, cemeteries and crematoria around Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.

Queensland funeral celebrant Chris Dunn caters unique and uplifting celebrations of life at locations of your choice.

Helping those with in the Perth community that do self harm.

The FDN's mission is to inform, educate and inspire youth from South West Sydney about the importance of attending university.

Providing support and raising money for brave 7-year-old Viena Woodstone, dealing with frequent Cerebellar Seizures.

Coop and Beth Woodstone offer truly professional fine dining catering in the comfort of your own home.

Sir Cliff's touring round the country in February, and final tickets are now on sale here!

Huge lineup this year including Paul Simon, Robert Plant, Ben Harper, Santana, Iggy & the Stooges, Wilco, Jason Mraz - not to mention Chris Isaak!

Tomorrow's the Magic Millions raceday, part of the world-renowned thoroughbred auction festival on the Gold Coast.

Starting tomorrow, showcasing 100 short films from Australia and around the world, and now Academy accredited!

Read more on pool safety and download the Home Pool Safety App!

Sam Riley Swim Schools provide quality water awareness and learn-to-swim programs for children in an encouraging, stimulating and fun environment.

Donate to help assist those affected by the devastating bushfires.

Recognising, encouraging, promoting and celebrating film and television excellence in Australia through the nation's highest screen accolades – the AACTA Awards.

Let the Queensland government know your thoughts on voting - should it be compulsory or voluntary?

Donate here to help fight breast cancer.

The National Youth Mental Health Foundation helps young people who are going through a tough time.

Assisting LGBTI people from Christian backgrounds on their journey to reconciling their faith, sexuality and gender identity.

Jason's bringing his massive Xmas show out to Melbourne - tickets are rapidly disappearing, so snaffle one here quick smart.

A free DVD and Resource Kit designed to help small business owners look after their own and their employees' mental health and wellbeing.

Providing information, tools and resources for employers and employees about mental health in the workplace.

Provides public education and resources for professionals and the community on fertility and issues related to assisted reproductive treatment.

The Ponting Foundation on Australia Day will be helping young Australians and their families beat cancer.

The Red Cross Blood Service performs a critical role in healthcare providing a safe and secure supply of blood products, essential services and leading edge research.

Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation. They help young people who are going through a tough time.

For information on how to deal with bullying and other issues relating to the mental health and wellbeing of young people

Youthbeyondblue has a specific focus on young people aged 12 to 25 years, with programs and projects centred on early intervention & prevention of mental health problems.

Kitty's playing the Adelaide Fringe, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and is touring regionally throughout QLD, VIC and SA - details & tix here!

Stephen's performing his "Hello Ladies" show this week in Melbourne and Brisbane - grab your tickets here!

Check out Megan Gale's swimwear range here.

The national Championship Grand Final is being held this weekend in Sydney!

Aiming to end the destruction of habitat and slaughter of wildlife in the world's oceans in order to conserve and protect ecosystems and species.

The IFAW saves individual animals, animal populations and habitats all over the world.

To find out how you can help the people of Niger, just click here

Details on the Salvos' vital fundraising campaign, the Red Shield Appeal.

Donate here to help those struggling with the West African food crisis.

Putting the most vulnerable and disadvantaged at the heart of our society.

A not-for-profit organisation providing disability services throughout Victoria to thousands of children and adults with physical and multiple disabilities.

A non-profit organisation helping rural and remote communities in Swaziland living with extreme poverty and the world's highest rates of HIV/AIDS.

Your last chance to see the original Wiggles live - tickets here!

Pledge to help the amazing MC Wheels complete his debut album "The Introduction"!

Check out tracks and video of MC Wheels here.

Seeking to encourage a more rational, tolerant and humanitarian approach to the problems created by drugs and drug use in Australia.

The NCPIC mission is to reduce the use of cannabis in Australia by preventing uptake and providing the community with evidence-based information and interventions.

In his brand new book, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki pplies his trademark straight-talkin'-no-high-falutin' scientific sense to a brand new range of Big Questions.

Nicki's touring capital cities from tomorrow - get your tickets here!

Australia's campaign to stop violence against women

Touring in the first fortnight of December, get your tickets here!

Two of the biggest names in Australian comedy live on stage in the one show! Sydneysiders - get your tickets here.

Buy a virtual brick to prevent animal cruelty around the world, including rescuing more Romanian bears.

Kickstarter is a funding platform for creative projects.

Global crowdfunding platform for creative individuals, groups and organisations.

The lightbulb - reinvented! Fantastic innovation being funded by crowdsourcing.

Ex-Aussie soldier James Prascevic is crossing Bass Strait solo to raise money for sufferers of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Young Diggers provides services like compensation, welfare, military to civilian transition and family advice for all serving and ex-serving military personnel.

Pantene is on a mission to support women with cancer by providing free real-hair wigs to women who have lost their locks through treatment.

Russell's touring now on his "I Am A Walrus" tour - tickets available here!

His new album "Down Under 2012" is now available, as are tickets to his 2013 world tour!

As part of Adelaide's Feast festival, Project writer Toby Halligan is going to have a try at curing Australia's disease - if he can find his meds first. Tix here!

To register for the world's largest TRYathlon series, click here!

A free service that offers information, advice, support and counselling services for families affected by international child abduction.

• For more information on international child abductions head to the Attorney-General’s website.

Rick's touring the east coast through November - tickets here!

Score up to $50,000 against Lleyton Hewitt at the Australian Open.

The South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) Road Awareness Program (RAP) is a powerful presentation aimed at educating students in road awareness.

Details of where to catch Nickelodeon teen queen on her whirlwind promo tour!

Unless we take action Australia will lose 182 locally trained Doctors. Please support the #interncrisis campaign.

The Australian Medical Association calls for action on the intern crisis - details here.

Granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

Raising support and funds for the life-saving work of Murdoch Childrens.

Our vision at Save the Children is a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation.

It's that time of year again, so grow a mo for male health.

Here's where you can donate to the Andrew Cook fund, or find out details of Saturday's Black Tie and Boots Ball in Wagga Wagga.

Triple World Champ Danny "The Green Machine" Green will face Shane "The Mountain Warrior" Cameron for the IBO World Cruiserweight title at Hisense Arena - tickets here!

Make sure you check out the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade's website before you go overseas.

Amiel Courtin-Wilson's small budget Aussie film that has critics raving!

They were on the Metro Whip last week, and now they're on YouTube with their new single - check it out!

Show your support for Ellie Polasek and help her get to the US for stem cell therapy.

The wait is over! JLO's touring Australia throughout December - grab your tickets here!

To support the Daniel and William's quest to save the Orangutans, head here.

The national support organisation for 12 - 24 year olds who are living with cancer.

Style your own bandanna and rock it on National Bandanna Day to show your support for young people living with cancer.

Raising money for girls around the world to get an education.

Hughesy's getting in a school dress to raise money for girls' education - why don't you?

The new album, featuring the single "Put Your Hands Up" - deluxe version available now from iTunes with a bonus tracks plus a video!

DisabiliTEA 2012 is where people come together, have a cuppa and support the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Bringing awareness of missing persons to the public.

Supporting the homeless and marginalised throughout the Tweed District of Australia.

Reece's new album is out now, and he's touring all over the country through Dec & Jan - grab your tickets here!

Peter FitzSimons gets into the hearts and minds of those on the battlefield, and those behind the scenes, bringing to life the story of the Eureka Stockade.

A comprehensive initiative of Royal Life Saving that seeks to increase the swimming and water safety skills of all Australian children.

A not-for-profit organisation providing children with a range of disabilities with companion and therapy dogs.

The Child Accident Prevention Foundation of Australia - making a safer world for kids for over 30 years!

Tickets are now available for the company's 50th anniversary gala in Melbourne, and performances of classical and contemporary ballet right around Australia.

Imagine a world without factory farming...

The Goodlife Farm is a self sustainable farm and its vision is to contribute to the wellbeing of youth

A hauntingly beautiful documentary of vanishing glaciers presenting undeniable climate change evidence - and fragile hope.

Melbourne's most unique charity fundraising event held at one of the world's tallest residential buildings raising money for disadvantaged young people.

The world's leading independent organisation for medical humanitarian aid.

Noel Fielding, Adam Hills, Drew Carey and Rhys Darby all hosting their gala shows full of the funniest people from everywhere!

A gala dinner and charity auction to raise funds for a Victorian based nurse and assistance for those suffering with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB).

A volunteer not for profit organisation providing support to parents, carers, families, individuals, service providers and professionals.

See Pamela Stephenson talk about her new autobiography "The Varnished Untruth" over lunch.

See Pamela Stephenson talk about her new autobiography "The Varnished Untruth" over lunch.

Catch Kitty Flanagan at the Enmore Theatre Sydney this Saturday night!

Dave's performing at the Comic's Lounge in North Melbourne from 17 - 21 October.

A list of Family Care Centres around the country.

Australia’s largest child and family health organisation providing expert parenting advice to families during the early years.

unique 3-day program that has successfully taught thousands of children how to sleep through the night.

Act now to help children in need fleeing from the Syrian conflict.

The online baby sleep school.

Exclusive DJ sets Saturday in Melbourne and Sunday in Sydney!

Launching the Festival Hub, Boy George and Marc Vedo will lay down a blistering DJ set on Friday.

To contact the Victorian Police, click here.

Ensuring millions more girls around the world get the education they are entitled to.

A not-for-profit organization that helps the community’s most disadvantaged find work.

See the smackdown that's getting our PM praised around the world.

The Bali bombing survivor tells his story of recovery and beating the odds in his book, available from his web site.

An artisan ale to create awareness and funds for Motor Neurone Disease research. Their first major fundraiser is in Melbourne on October 28.

The UV Photobus is touring Australia - get on board to see your skin's hidden damage.

Aziz is playing Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane this week. Get your tickets here!

Helping our wounded warriors

Australia’s first online community for breast cancer research volunteers.

An all-star line-up of top chefs and former contestants present cooking classes, theatre shows, demonstrations, Q&As and MasterClasses.

A new dawn and a fresh beginning for the orphans and disadvantaged children of Cambodia.

If you've seen this little teddy, lost in Stud Park Shopping Centre, click through for the contact details of the owners.

BCNA works to ensure that women diagnosed with breast cancer, and their families, receive the very best information, treatment, care and support possible.

Jacques Stap rode around Australia in memory of his partner and to raise money for breast cancer.

To find out more about this one in a million condition, click here.

It's the first ever Op Shop Week - so give your cupboards a Spring clean!

Australia's much loved dance troupe!

Raising awareness and funds for men's cancer research. Click here to Get Blue this September!

A memoir of surfing, shark attack and survival.

Martin Grunstein has the ability to get an important customer service message across but still have the audience laughing while they learn.

Creating services for people with Younger Onset Dementia.

September 21-28 is Dementia Awareness Week. Find out more, access support or donate to help fund research here.

Details on how to support Emma's son Blake can be found on this Facebook page

Playing in Melbourne for a strictly limited 12 week season, with a colossal lineup including Geoffrey Rush, Shane Bourne, Hugh Sheridan, Magda Szubanski, Gerry Connolly &

Role Models and Leaders Australia provides leadership, sports and education programs to assist Australian youth.

Charlie Pickering presents a nght of comedy featuring Wil Anderson, Dave Hughes, Pete Hellier, Kitty Flanagan ,Eddie Perfect, Tom Gleeson, Lehmo, Dave Thornton and more!

The Biggest Loser is looking for teams of two consisting of mothers and daughters and especially fathers and sons.

Helping secondary schools deliver an in-school program for students most at risk of leaving school early.

Kevin McCloud will be appearing at Grand Designs Live, giving free seminars and offering expert advice.

Anyone with information about criminal activities or missing persons can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

For more details on Kathryn’s murder click "more".

Click here to go to Tristin’s page and help him reach his $30,000 goal for the children's charity Variety.

As the biggest fundraiser in this year's Bridge to Brisbane, Tristin Condon won this car, which he's now auctioning for children's charity Variety.

An absorbing story of what happens behind Canberra's closed doors by Kevin Rudd's former speechwriter James Button.

Charlie rode 120km on Sunday to promote bike safety and responsible road use.

The St James Ethics Centre is holding a debate on designer babies on Tuesday September 18.

Are you a shopaholic? Gets some tips to help you shop less and live more here.

• Milk Crate Theatre brings together professional actors with disadvantaged and homeless people in Sydney’s inner city.

Check these links for information about your area.

1 in 6 Australians will have a stroke in their lifetime. Understand your risk factors.

On Thursday 13 September, ask your family, friends and colleagues: "Are you OK?" One simple question could help stop little problems turning into big ones.

Help raise money to develop land to provide optimal living conditions for orangutans. Click here to donate!

A not-for-profit organisation dedicated to saving the two orangutan species from extinction.

A campaign to drive the production of certified sustainable palm oil through fair and mandatory labelling.

Help raise money to enhance the lives of the 1 in 400 Australians living with cerebral palsy.

Paul McDermott's first solo show is touring through September - get details and tickets here!

Australia’s leading international child protection charity committed to the prevention and reduction of sexual abuse and exploitation of children. 1800 991 099.

Click here for details on where and when to catch Kasey and Shane, and order their new album "Wreck and Ruin"!

For more information about the debilitating condition of prosopagnosia, also known as face blindness.

To find out more about the Big Brother Big Sister program, click here...

Mark Watson’s new book "The Knot" is now available.

Mark Watson is appearing as part of the Melbourne Writers Festival - for tickets and information click here.

Support Bear Cottage, helping families cope with the impossible - to care for a child who has a life-limiting illness.

The Outback Games will hit Darwin in September 1. Anyone can enter the competition by heading to the NT Outback Games Facebook app.

Rocking stages throughout October - click here for details and tickets.

Good Return combines microfinance and education to help the poor in the Asia Pacific change their lives forever.

You can make a micro-credit loan of just $25 and change someone's life.

Australia, help end homophobia. Spread the word.

All the details about "Kath & Kimderella" plus catch up on all the goings-on in Fountain Lakes.

Grab Slash's new album, 'Apocalyptic Love'!

Slash tours Australia in August - details and tickets here!

Support Horses for Hope, using equine and mental health/family therapy to provide a safe, enjoyable and potentially life changing experience

Head here for tour dates and tickets to Bill Bailey's latest show, Qualmpeddler!

This Daffodil Day, Friday 24th August, every daffodil and every donation grows hope. Help us beat cancer.

Ricki-Lee''s new album "Fear & Freedom" is out now - for details and her tour dates check out her web site.

Check out the Glam Zone workshops featuring style ambassador Ricki-Lee at Colonial Shopping Centres in September.

Find out more about this remarkable organisation by clicking here

To find out more or get involved, just click here

Toni Collette plays Shaz the nanny in the new Aussie comedy 'Mental.' You can follow Shaz on Twitter in real life!

More info on the ACCC door-to-door sales industry report, with links to consumer guides and a 'Do Not Knock' sticker

Support the work of Melbourne Pet Ambulance, supplying 24/7 emergency veterinary care and transport for family pets, injured strays and wildlife

Navy diver Paul de Gelder lost two limbs in a brutal shark attack in February 2009 but has since amazed medical staff with his will to recover. Read his story.

If you have incurred excessive bank fees for being overdrawn or missing payments, join the class action trying to get your money back!

See Magda Szubanski, Geoffrey Rush and an all-star comedy cast in the brazenly retro Broadway musical at Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne for 12 weeks only!

The app that lets you track your daily spending

Bravehearts aims to provide healing and support, engender child sexual assault prevention and protection strategies; advocate for understanding and promote education

In memory of Sam Cason, who died aged 11 in a Quad Bike accident, his family have started a Facebook page to raise awareness about quad bike safety.

QuadWatch aims to improve quad bike safety by bringing together industry, manufacturers, quad bike users and government.

Jeans for Genes Day is more than an excuse to wear your favourite pair of jeans - it's an initiative to raise much-needed funds for children's medical research.

Blood donations saved 4 year-old Bosco's life. Donate Blood today to save children like Bosco.

To help re-unite Daniel with his family, click here.

The NMPCC's mission is to reduce the incidence and impact of missing persons and to educate the Australian community about this significant issue.

To donate to Samantha Gash's favourite charity in support of on her epic jog across the Simpson, click here!

THE CAMPAIGN: Join the fight against violence

Just for Laughs at Sydney Opera House is returning on 18 - 22 October 2012. Sign-up to be among the first to hear the line-up.

Can't get enough Kitty Flanagan? More tour dates here!

Need to see a Kitty show? Click here for Kitty's gigs & merch!

The key aim of the Summer Foundation is to resolve the issue of young people living in nursing homes.

Building Better Lives works to get young people out of nursing homes and into accommodation appropriate for their age.

The blog of fat activist Nick Perkins.

The blog of artist, designer and fat activist Natalie Perkins.

Swags for Homeless is a national not for profit charity distributing Backpack Beds (swags) to homeless people turned away from shelters.

The First Lady of comedy is touring! Click through for dates and deets!

Watch behind-the-scenes footage of Dave's V Rentals Experience in the Web Exclusives section of our Video page. Want your own unicorn chauffeur or mini-you? Click here!

The Australian Stem Cell Centre has developed a booklet for people who are considering stem cell treatment

A support group for probem gamblers.

Click here to help Galvin reach his fundraising target for The Dandelion App

To follow Blake's progress on the road to Olympic gold, click here to go to his Facebook page.

Walk Free is a movement of people everywhere, fighting to end one of the world's greatest evils: modern slavery.

Julia Zemiro, Brian Nankervis and the band take the RocKwiz experience on the road! here's all the info you need.

Each year our nation celebrates the achievement and contribution of eminent Australians through the Australian of the Year Awards

SchoolAid is a national schools-based philanthropy network empowering kids to help kids in crisis.

Click here to purchase David's book.

Click here to purchase Majok's book...

If you've lost a baby to SIDS and need support; are a friend of someone affected by SIDS and want to know how to help; or just want to donate...click here.

Red Nose Day happens every year. Funds raised contribute to vital research and education in the areas of stillbirth, SIDS and safe sleeping.

Children with Disability Australia (CDA) is the national peak body which represents children and young people (aged 0-25) with disability and their families.

The Ardmona Book of Better Ways is an online collection of handy hints in the kitchen, which allows the sharing of tips and short cuts between users. Check it out!

Click here to get all the details on Gotye's upcoming Australian tour

Providing crisis counselling to people at risk of suicide, carers for someone who is suicidal and those bereaved by suicide, 24 hours per day. 1300 659 437

Head here to find your state's Guide Dog organisation.

Support the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre, providing new therapies not available anywhere else in Australia

Young Minds is an exciting new initiative from the producers of the hugely popular Happiness & Its Causes and Mind & Its Potential conference series.

The Community Placement Network is an initiative of the AHN to offer short-term homestay accommodation to eligible asylum seekers leaving immigration detention

Newstart was developed by teachers and police who came in contact with students disengaged from education on a daily basis. They recognised together we all do better.

The Commission helps people resolve complaints of discrimination, sexual harassment, victimisation and racial or religious vilification.

Limbs 4 Life believes that no amputee should go through the trauma of limb loss alone and should have access to an organisation that understands their circumstances.

Our thanks to the Wesley Mission for their help with the re-enactments in our story on Electro Convulsive Treatments

Rachel Wotton, who we interviewed for our story, is a Sydney-based sex worker. She sees clients with disabilities and appeared in the doco on that topic, ‘Scarlet Road.'

The Hearing Voices Network of Victoria

Click here to find your closest support group

SpinalCure Australia supports the promotion and funding of research aiming to ending the permanence of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI).

The club that honours Aussie automotive passion

Mila's Care and Future Fund! Click to donate

Friday 1 June is National Buddy Day, a day to celebrate friendship and raise awareness about the issue of bullying.

Need some tour dates? Click here!

The Justice Unit of The Salvation Army (also known as Just Salvos) is a network of Salvos from all around Australia who are committed to acting justly.

Challenge brings colour and relief to the lives of children and families living with cancer as they face the pressures of a life-threatening illness.

The Street University is designed to reach young people who would not otherwise engage with mainstream pathways of self-development.

The peak body representing Victorian doctors.

Wear for Success offers free clothing, styling and presentation skills to people wanting to enter or return to the workforce. Click through for more on this great charity

NeuRA is a not for profit research institute aiming to prevent, treat and cure brain and nervous system diseases, disorders and injuries through research.

Young People Without Borders is the ultimate journey of discovery for you to explore, learn, get amongst it and give back to the world

Providing Practical Support for Mums with cancer.

To find out more about Barnardos and donate to their upcoming Winter Appeal, click here.

A global organisation of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time

A parternship between UNICEF and Kiwanis to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus.

This Mother's Day you can help save lives by honouring a loved one through the Mother's Day Project.

Equal Love is a nationwide campaign for marriage equality in Australia. So be like Obama and click your support.

The Bionic Eye is being developed in conjunction with the University of NSW

Bionic Vision Australia is working to develop a bionic eye that can restore sight to people with particular forms of vision impairment

To find out more about BARC's fundraising night, or to donate, just click here

Crazy Dog Apps have designed some fantastic iPhone Apps that help people make every day life more simple and convenient

Download the free DreamWalk app for your phone and start hunting for real 'treasures' in your local area now!

To order a copy of Arj's DVD, just click here...

Safer Australian Roads and Highways

GetUp is an independent, grass-roots community advocacy organisation which aims to build a more progressive Australia.

GGF is a charity that is setting a global standard on the rehabilitation methods used for those affected by domestic violence.

A list of helplines available for those affected by domestic violence

An 8-week challenge designed to encourage us to perform random acts of kindness to help create a happier, healthier and more trusting environment.

Head to the "Every Australian Counts" website to show your support for a NDIS...

To order Carolyn Martinez's inspiring book, just click here.

All about Nick McKenzie's story of the ongoing efforts of Australia’s most secretive and powerful law enforcement agency to topple the new face of organised crime.

Click here for tour dates and other Jimeoiny fun!

Visit the Australian War Memorial site for information on current exhibitions.

Soldier On helps Aussies who have been wounded, physically or mentally, serving their country.

The Salvos' Oasis Youth Support Network provides cutting edge programs offering critical intervention and support for homeless and disadvantaged young people.

Support young Australian Tara Winkler's work with the street kids of Battambang

For more information on Parkinsons Australia, click here or call 1800 644 189

To find out more about how to treat video game addiction, click here.

To find out more about how you can donate to the West Africa Appeal click here

For more info on the Miracle Babies Foundation click here or call 1300 622 243

To make a donation to Fighting Fathers and the Holy Trinity Youth Centre just click here

To check whether your computer is affected by the DNSChanger malware, all you have to do is click this link. (You can trust us.)

Click here for tickets to Ross Noble's Show at the Palais Theatre in St kilda, April 16-19

The Daniel Morcombe Foundation’s vision is one that incorporates a future where all children are provided with protection, education and support in their lives.

Purple Day is an international grassroots effort dedicated to increasing awareness about epilepsy worldwide.

PROJECT ROCKIT is an interactive anti-bullying and youth leadership program that is run by young people for young people in school and university settings.

Neighbour Day is Australia’s annual celebration of community, bringing together the people next door, across the street or on the next farm.

A Bike Bus is an organised way for people to cycle together to work or school, for fun and fitness. Start one now to celebrate Ride To School day on Friday March 23!

Providing dads with support and time out while their baby is sick, and consolation to bereaved dads after the loss of their baby.

Ruby Stanhope, heroine of Jessica's debut novel 'Campaign Ruby', returns in 'Ruby Blues'... with a whole new To Do list scrunched up at the bottom of her Prada handbag!

Support the work of Jim Stynes. Reach believes that every young person deserves the support and self-belief they need to fulfill their potential and dare to dream.

On April 5th, 3 WA runners will take on the gruelling 137km Cape2Cape challenge to raise funds & increase awareness for the Peter Hughes BURN Foundation.

The Peter Hughes Burn Foundation (PHBF) is a not-for-profit registered charity that exists to meet the needs of Burn Survivors and their families in times of trauma.

Aussies including Meshel are shaving, colouring, waxing and more to support the Leukaemia Foundation’s biggest event of the year! It’s not too late to sign up or donate.

The Royal Melbourne Hospital Music Therapy program offers quality of life experiences through music and the patient/therapist relationship. You can donate here!

Millions of women and girls walk over six kilometres a day in search of food, water and firewood.

IAPF protects and preserves wildlife through the provision of specialist training and equipment to anti poaching units and communities in volatile regions.

Our website article on 'Project Unbreakable' lists contacts for women, men, and young people seeking advice and assistance with regard to sexual assault.

The Project Unbreakable blog uses photography to help heal sexual abuse survivors

WIPAN takes a grassroots approach to addressing women’s social justice issues by directly engaging criminalised women post-release.

A peer support, information and advocacy group for people affected by AIS and/or related intersex conditions, and their families.

Yours could be the match that saves a life. Click here to find out how

Raising funds to support the stroke research of the Robinson Institute at the University of Adelaide, providing hope for repair treatment for stroke-damaged brains.

A family support group helping people with brain injury or developmental disability to achieve their potential and help improve their quality of life.

A Ministry of Food Centre is a place where everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or background, can learn basic cookery skills in a supportive environment

The Kokoda Track Foundation is an Australian philanthropic organisation which aims to repay the selfless help given to Australia during WWII

The Royal Women’s Hospital is Australia’s largest specialist hospital dedicated to improving the health of all women and newborn babies.

Australia’s only public hospital solely dedicated to cancer treatment, research and education

Wednesday 29th February is Teal Ribbon Day. For info about ovarian cancer awareness, fundraising and treatment, click here.

Lucas Neill is the head ambassador for MR SOCCER, Mark Robertson's Soccer Academy for boys and girls.

For more information on St John’s campaign, or if your club would like to apply for a defib unit,click on the link.

Anxiety Online is a comprehensive online mental health service offering information, assessment, online diagnosis and treatment programs.

Providing support, self-help, recovery and education...

Learn more about Jess's story and hear her inspiring thoughts for those struggling with anorexia and bulimia. Watch her YouTube video too!

Friday May 4 is Starlight Day. This year, the Starlight Children’s Foundation urgently needs 5,000 volunteers to help us raise $2 million for sick kids.

Australian Marriage Equality is campaigning to change the law so that same-sex couples are allowed to marry.

Ovarian cancer is the 9th most common cancer diagnosed in women. The OCRF is striving to develop an early detection test. You can lend your support at ocrf.com.au.

The house with No Steps offer employment, education, training, accommodation and social connection programs to 3,300 people with a disability across 160 locations.

Click here for more information on Lyn White and her work with Animals Australia

Go The Tan is an event raising funds for the Friedreich Ataxia Research Association (FARA), supporting research to find a cure for Friedreich Ataxia.

High in the hills of Barrington Tops in NSW is Devil Ark – a conservation breeding program for the Tasmanian Devil

Melbourne Citymission runs the 'homeless tours' featured on The Project as part of its efforts to empower homeless youth and advocate for better support services

A social enterprise employing youth and people with social disabilities, with 100% of profits helping the Fr Bob Maguire Foundation

Slumber Bub is a simple, practical and instant baby sleep resource for parents wanting a safe and healthy sleep routine for their baby.

For more information on the recall of teeth whitening products, just click here...

HeartKids provides support and encouragement to families of children with heart disease, and raises funding into the causes of this chronic illness.

The Attorney-General's departmental website includes a page for Frequently Asked Questions on international parental child abduction.

Michael Klim has launched the Milk skin care range, to help guys feel good about their skin and relaxed about taking care of it.

Learn more about the facial prosthetics department at the Royal Melbourne Hospital

Click here to find out how to settle your baby in accordance with SIDS recommendations

The Bone Growth Foundation funds research and treatments to help children to grow up straight and strong.

How you can help relief efforts in East Africa

The worst drought in 60 years has caused a major food shortage in East Africa. Help provide food, clean water and shelter to those in desperate need. Click here to donate

WA’s Local Hero of the Year and a passionate campaigner for mining safety. Click here for more info.

Miners’ Promise is a legacy organisation, pledged to ‘keeping the commitment’ that the resources industry has to those who work within it.

Youth Off The Streets provides services to assist homeless and disadvantaged youth break the cycle of disadvantage, abuse and neglect.

Learn more about keeping kids safe. Kidsafe is a not-for-profit organisation working to prevent unintentional childhood injuries.

Helping all families (together or separated) with relationships issues: building better relationships, dispute resolution, and arrangements for children after separation

Kids Helpline is a free 24 hour counselling service for Australian kids and young people aged 5-25 years. You can get help over the phone, email or web.

Since 1910 the Lost Dogs Home has been working at the front line to reduce the number of lost, abandoned and stray cats and dogs.

For all creatures, great or small.

The easy to use CFA website will help you create a bushfire survival plan that could save your life - don't delay.

To find out more about the Sea Shepherd and how you can support them, just click here.

For more information on Breast Cancer Awareness Month and other cancer support group services, head to the Cancer Council website.

Cate Blanchett and Andrew Upton have launched Sydney Theatre Company's 2012 season.

Find out more about the CWA’s work, from helping people in disaster areas, lobbying governments, and teaching crafts, to baking perfect scones

Contact details for foster care organisations across the country.

A great resource for fire safety tips, including escape plans.

A questionnaire which will provide you with a personalised checklist of ways to reduce fire risk in your home.

Click here for all the support you'll need when it comes to quitting cigarettes.

Diabetes Australia is a national federated body made up of state and territory organisations supporting people with diabetes.

Find your new best friend and save a life at the same time by clicking here!

For enquiries about Alzheimer's scans, call the National Dementia Hotline 1800 100 500 or click for the Alzheimer's Australia website.

Click here for links to greyhound adoption programs in your state!

A 24-hour, seven days per week free telephone service providing information, referral, counselling and support to problem gamblers and their family members.

Change your perspective and take the opportunity to change the lives of those living in extreme poverty. Click here for more info:

Barnardos is at the forefront of child welfare service provision. To donate to their upcoming Winter Appeal, click here.

Legacy is dedicated to caring for the families of deceased veterans. Legacy assists over 100,000 widows and 1900 children and dependants with a disability.

On any given night in Australia 105,000 people are homeless and nearly half of these are under the age of 25. Let's do something about it.

The Humour Foundation is an Australian charity dedicated to promoting and delivering the health benefits of humour... often delivered by Clown Doctors!

CAPS offers info & support to those affected by child abuse, concerned about a child’s welfare, or needing family or parenting support. Includes links to state agencies.

A non-profit educational and welfare organisation helping lone fathers and their families support and sustain their children in a happy and viable family unit

Edgar's Mission is a not for profit sanctuary for neglected, abused and discarded farmed animals.

Support the work of WFK's volunteers in building wheelchairs for children in developing countries

Taronga Zoo is involved in a National Recovery Program to help save the Corroboree Frog.

CHOICE empowers consumers to get the most out of all their purchasing decisions with unbiased product reviews, comparisons and consumer action.

Supporting women and families affected by ovarian cancer, educating the community, and advocating for better outcomes and treatment for women with ovarian cancer

Check out Fr Bob's blog for thoughts from the great man!

Surf Life Saving is a non-profit volunteer movement creating a safe environment in and around beaches, through patrols, education and training programs, including Nippers

Andrew Gunsberg brings you his latest music, news and celebrity interviews on The Hot Hits, Live from LA!

The NTN supports communities involved in hazardous waste management, pesticides and environmental health issues, working for a toxic-free future for all.

Open Family Australia provides comprehensive outreach support and services to vulnerable young people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness

PANDA is a not-for-profit, self-help organization providing information, support and referral to anyone affected by post and antenatal mood disorders

An environmental protection organisation working to safeguard clean water and air, tackle climate change, and create a safe future for life on Earth

…to abolish factory farming of dogs, ban the sale of animals from pet shops and online, and improve animal welfare regulations

AFCA represents foster carers, their families and the children they care for, helping young people unable to live at home achieve better outcomes

For 24-hour, confidential drug help and support

Information on support services for people affected by domestic violence

Click here to find out how you can support The Big Issue, including the Women's Subscription Enterprise, which helps to employ homeless and disadvantaged women

The Australian Electoral Commission website can help you enrol to vote, or update your details

Find out more about your rights at work, what constitutes workplace bullying and who you can contact for help.

Help make sure the Year of the Tiger is not their last.

The National Aging Research Institute is looking for alzheimer's sufferers as volunteers for the Fitness for The Aging Brain study

Sign up for free, confidential health checks at your workplace.

Facial tumour disease is threatening the Tasmanian Devil.

Contributing to the conservation of wildlife and natural habitats.

Fauna & Flora International is conserving the planet’s threatened species and ecosystems – with the people and communities who depend on them.

You don't have to brave the Roaring 40s to tackle whaling - the IFAW has launched an online petition damanding action.

Adopt a pet or show your support with a donation of food or blankets.

Do you love koalas? Click here to help by fostering your own!

National Adoption Awareness Week is a series of community based events exploring the process of adoption, and the journeys of all people touched by adoption

Creating public awareness and understanding of whale conservation issues and engaging with government and organisations to bring about lasting change.

To get a free copy of your credit rating

With more than 40 years experience at an international level, WWF is the world's largest and most influential conservation organisation.

The 40 Hour Famine kicks off tonght! Help the hungry kids at 40hourfamine.com.au.

Kevin Rudd has launched the Australian Government's Dollar for Dollar initiative for the Horn of Africa, which matches each dollar donated to NGOs by the public.