Why Amy Shark almost said no to Australian Idol gig
Amy Shark had to overcome years of rejection, knock-backs and ‘nos’ to rise to the top of the music world. That’s one reason she’s back as a judge on Australian Idol – a gig she almost said no to.
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Betrayal of Jamie Kah: ‘I only trust a few people now’
Australia’s best female jockey Jamie Kah reveals how injury and an off-track scandal convinced her to get rid of people who ‘don’t give a shit about me’.
‘Drives me mad’: This Google Maps feature is sending me crazy
Driving while listening to instructions on Google Maps is enough to spend me spare.
‘I struggled to keep up’: Mackenzie Arnold on the moment she knew she needed help
Matildas superstar goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold has opened up about her health challenge, saying it was only during the Covid pandemic that she realised she needed to ask for help.
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He names Hailey Beiber, Sofia Richie and Nadia Bartel as his style icons, and he’s got a super organised wardrobe of his own full of his favourite fashion items.
Tried and tested: The best noise cancelling earbuds
From Google’s new Pixel Buds Pro to Bang & Olufsen’s premium pair, we’ve put them to the test and these are the best earbuds for tuning out distractions.
Why I just want to watch TV and eat cheezels off my fingers
I can’t find something I like to do that’s not centred around my food or phone, writes Mel Buttle on why she thinks hobbies are overrated.
Three affordable beauty products Samantha Jade can’t live without
Performer Samantha Jade has three simple beauty products she swears by, and all are affordable.
Tried and tested: The best budget-friendly smartphones
If you’re looking to save a packet on your next pocket gadget, these five budget-friendly smartphones could save you plenty. We’ve put them to the test – here are our picks.
Tried and tested: the best smart devices for your home
Smat-home gadgets can now make you coffee with a click, respond to your dog’s demands from afar, and keep you in the loop. We’ve tried them out – and here are our recommendations.
Jeweller Margot McKinney reveals surprising best fashion purchases this year
A renowned jewellery designer and fashion icon, Margot McKinney has shared her surprising bargain and high-end fashion purchases this year.
Gossip, office grouch or cheerleader: Which co-worker are you?
Are you the office grouch or gossip queen? Frances Whiting breaks down the recurring characters she believes are in every office – so which one are you?
‘I was worth more as a person’: How Ellie Cole fought back from the brink
Pushed to the edge mentally and physically Ellie Cole was ready to leave the sport she loved. On the eve of her final race, she reveals what turned her life around.
‘The hardest year… but we do not regret it for a second’: Giaan Rooney on tree change
After Covid forced a life rethink, Olympic swimmer Giaan Rooney and husband Sam Levett packed up their city life and moved their family to a farm in northern NSW.
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