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James McCay

James is a devoted husband, father, and history buff. He studied Creative and Professional Writing at QUT, and is often buried in a book. He writes on a variety of topics, hoping to make a positive difference for readers through his writing.

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Stories by James McCay

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21 Oct 2019 09:15

Single and buying a house? Our top 11 tips

Written by James McCay

Buying a house and being single can be tricky, but it isn’t impossible. Check out our top 11 tips for buying your own home/buying a home on your own.

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20 May 2019 09:18

How long does petrol last before it expires?

Written by James McCay

How long does petrol last? Not forever. Expired fuel can actually damage your engine. Read on to learn more about safely storing fuel at home.

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7 May 2019 14:06

Caesarean sections on the rise – especially for those with private health

Written by James McCay

Across the country, the rate of women giving birth by caesarean section, or C-section, has risen to 33% of births, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s (AIHW) 2018 report.

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24 Apr 2019 09:05

What is endometriosis and how does it affect 1 in 10 Aussie women?

Written by James McCay

In Australia, over 700,000 women suffer from endometriosis. What is endometriosis? What are its symptoms, and how do Medicare and private health insurance help cover the cost of treatment?

8 Mar 2019 15:57

Top sports to increase your life expectancy

Written by James McCay

Learn about the top sports to increase your life expectancy based on scientific research, and how private health insurance extras can help cover the cost.

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