Beauty Mate is one of the favourite Australian men's skincare brands. But are Aussie men really that keen to be preened? And how does the modern shampooed, shaved and waxed type sit alongside the traditional view of the Aussie bloke?

A subtle, widespread fantasy is taking place which, suffused with the hopes and dreams of an emerging generation, is becoming increasingly intoxicating as it comes ever closer to reality. This is the phenomenon of Living the Dream.

Converse is launching an app which will let fans design and sell their own trainers to their friends and families through Facebook. And if they are able to shift enough units, they will be rewarded with a free pair for themselves.

Creators who leave their products open for remixing and hacking are redefining pop culture and extending the longevity of their success. Both Kinect and Twilight offer insights into how this creativity can be harnessed to everyone's benefit.