Hannah Kingston

Oct 28, 2024 | themandarin.com.au | Bernie Goodman |Assel Mussagulova |Colette Einfeld |Hannah Kingston

There are few more anxiety-inducing and cringe-worthy sensations than leaning on a wet bathroom counter right before an important job interview. There are worse things in life for sure, but the embarrassment of wet pants while wearing my best (and only) suit remains with me today. Although to be honest, I should have seen this coming earlier when I leaned in to wash my face and my new silk tie fell into the sink, so it was fairly obvious how that day was going to unfold.

Oct 24, 2024 | themandarin.com.au | Assel Mussagulova |Colette Einfeld |Hannah Kingston |Daniel Holmes

Dara Williams has been promoted to deputy CEO for policy and programs at Austrade. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has promoted Eloise Moore to assistant commissioner for multi-risk assurance. Rachel Jolly is now assistant secretary at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The National Disability Insurance Agency’s (NDIA) new branch manager for early support and children’s practice is Ksharmra Brandon.

Oct 23, 2024 | themandarin.com.au | Ann Vickery |Hannah Kingston |Daniel Holmes

Five government programs were recognised for their impact on the Australian community at last night’s Spirit of Service Awards. The Spirit of Service Awards recognise public sector initiatives driving positive change in the community. Awards are given for the categories of learning, collaboration, community engagement and breakthrough. The discretionary Kerry Kennedy Award celebrates small organisations or agencies that achieve excellence by collaborating and thinking outside of the box.

Oct 22, 2024 | image.ie | Hannah Kingston

I've always wanted to live alone, viewing it as the greatest symbol of adulthood, and let's face it, because Carrie Bradshaw did it and I started watching Sex and the City when I was far too impressionable. The truth is I will likely go broke for a HBO show that has not aged well, but this is the highly privileged bed I have made for myself and the excitement of nipping to the loo in the nip outweighs the rent increase.

Oct 21, 2024 | themandarin.com.au | Assel Mussagulova |Colette Einfeld |Ann Vickery |Hannah Kingston

Empathy is a critical component of human interactions. It is an innate skill that helps people connect, understand, and appreciate the feelings and experiences of others. In doing so, it helps establish trust and promote cooperative behaviour. For many of us, empathy is so natural that we may only reflect on it when it is absent.