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Mercedes Maguire is a features writer specialising in parenting and lifestyle as well as celebrity profiles and travel.

AS the Aussie dollar continues its fall, getting value for money is more important than ever. Here’s where to find it, writes Mercedes Maguire.

AS THE Aussie dollar continues its fall, getting value for money is more important than ever. Here’s where to find it, writes Mercedes Maguire.

PLAN a holiday with these great last-minute deals and discounts on tours, packages, accommodation and more in Australia and around the world.

As the Aussie dollar continues its fall, getting value for money is more important than ever. Here’s where to find it, writes Mercedes Maguire

AFTER the devastating earthquake in April, Mt Everest is now back open to climbers but there’s more to see than just its mountains.

A SIX-NIGHT Phuket resort deal in Thailand, at 60 per cent off, is among this week’s tempting travel offers.

THE deals are out there, especially if you know the right time of year to book and when to hunt for the earlybird specials.

TRAINER Ceallai O’Connell helps the longest-serving dogs at Monika’s Doggie Rescue find homes

Young fans are screaming for more as the curtain falls on this irreverent retelling of the adventures of Aladdin and his magical lamp.

Review: The CDP/Monkey Baa stage version of May Gibbs’s stories featuring Snugglepot And Cuddlepie is a delight for all ages