‘Nasty, dangerous’: Why I’m anti-vapes and anti-Botox
Vaping. I don’t get it. I see vapes as pacifiers for giant adult babies, why must we always have something in our mouths?
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Brooke Warne on finding her passion and the food she’d never put on a plate
Brooke Warne has found her passion as a social media superstar, dominating TikTok with her ‘Cook with Brooke’ videos — revealing everything she does in life is for her dad, Shane.
Changing the narrative around men’s health and the mid-life crisis
Men can go through a lot of changes as they reach their 40s with little in the way of support. But one Adelaide based men’s group wants to change how men approach this phase of life … sans the sports car.
The most famous Aussie in Hollywood you’ve never heard of
She’s one of the most famous Aussies in Hollywood, friends with Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman – so who is Bruna Papandrea? Here’s her next big Aussie project
‘Making a comeback’: GQ on the surprising men’s fashion trends coming back in style
The menswear style lessons we learned from this year’s red carpets – and how to apply them to your everyday wardrobe. Here are the best ways to suit up.
‘It is universal’: The one drawer that every family household has
You know the drawer; it’s the one that is crammed full of stuff that may never see the light of day again once it’s in there
Homework policy that would improve everyone’s life
First it’s homework overload, now it’s a four-day school week. Here’s one way you make parents happy, abolish both, writes Nikki Osborne. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Adam Scott reveals reason behind his mission to fight cancer
Australian golfer and former world no. 1 Adam Scott has opened up about his shock at being diagnosed with skin cancer and how it delivered a wakeup call that he is reminded of every time he looks in the mirror.
‘Brisbane is going to shine’: Swimmer Ariarne Titmus on her Olympic dream and Brisbane 2032
Reigning pool queen Ariarne Titmus may be focused on Paris next year, but she’s also looking to the future — with Brisbane set to shine at the 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Games.
‘Huge potential for further growth’: Want a job in Brisbane? This is what you should study
Jobs in this sector are growing at five times the rate of all other occupations in Queensland. Want to future proof yourself? Study this.
Logan dad’s LSKD global fashion empire dressing world’s hottest celebrities
Jason Daniel was known as the loose kid. The kid who rode a bit wild, a bit crazy. Fast forward two decades and Daniel is CEO of the mega-successful sportswear brand LSKD
Inside story: Sam Kerr and rise of the extraordinary Matildas
Matildas assistant coach Melissa Andreatta has opened up on the challenges facing female coaches, why Sam Kerr is such a star and the rise of the extraordinary Matildas.
Passengers who make me want to jump out of a plane
What happened to etiquette? I sat next to a man on a flight the other day who I’m pretty sure came straight from mowing his lawn.
Four life-changing habits to add to your morning routine revealed
Take it from influencer Zac Perna – making the time to incorporate these four simple steps into your morning routine will help to improve your mood and set you up for success.
Meet the man adding a few laughs to the news bulletin
It can be challenging picking the right moment to deliver a joke live on air between a series of confronting news stories, but rising Aussie comedy star Sam Taunton is proving how it’s done.
Fashion coup: Top Australian designer reveals plans to open first store in Queensland
She’s one of Australia’s top designers, dressing celebs across the globe – and now she’s finally opening her first Queensland boutique
It’s 2.30am, Dubai. They have my boys, they have their passports
I was in absolute shock. My fellow passengers stared in disbelief. My kids froze, sheer horror on their faces. This is Nikki Osborne’s real-life airport nightmare.
What Robert Irwin only realises now about his dad’s death
Out of the shadow of his father’s legacy, Robert Irwin is forging his own path. This is his most candid interview yet.
Small changes that can save you big bucks on your power bill
Making a few small changes at home could mean big savings on your power bill this summer and beyond.
Huge movie Succession star Sarah Snook is glad she never landed
How did an Adelaide girl end up in one of the biggest TV shows in the world? Here’s how Sarah Snook conquered Hollywood – and the huge role she’s glad she never got.
Thor stuntman left with amnesia saving little girl from certain death
When stuntman Casey Wright saw an out-of-control car hurtling towards a four-year-old girl, he made an extraordinary decision that left him with serious injuries but likely saved her life.
Victoria’s delicious. 100 winners revealed
The people have spoken – the Best of the Best eats and treats in the state have been revealed. See if your favourite dumpling, sandwich or banh mi made the cut.
How you can save money on your Christmas shopping this year
The key to doing Christmas on a budget is to be very strategic with your planning. And there are easy steps you can take to save money.
‘It’s ok not to have a plan at all’: Frances Whiting’s advice to the class of 2023
Don’t know what to do when Year 12 finishes? Have no plan for the future? Don’t stress, is Frances Whiting’s advice.
Tigers premiership mates vie for Cup victory
He’s won three premierships and Coleman Medals— but retired Tigers great Jack Riewoldt is gunning for another trophy that’ll be just as good as winning the AFL Grand Final.
‘A real wakeup call’: How first female Green Beret commando saved her own life and others
Australia’s first female Green Beret Robyn Fellowes shares her struggles beyond the battlefield and successes helping vulnerable women.
‘When I was young…’: The annoying things we feel nostalgic for
Remember the days of the humble street directory, when you had to pull out a physical map and direct yourself to a location without the help of an iPhone?
In an era of champions, Kaylee McKeown might be best of them all
A tall, thin asthmatic who wears prescription glasses, Kaylee McKeown is an Olympic champion but a largely unsung member of Australia’s swim team. But she could just be the pick of the bunch.
‘It’s a fairytale’: Lipstick Queen’s comeback after $6m business collapse
She was the queen of lipstick who built a $6m business. Then lost it all but now Poppy King is planning an extraordinary comeback.
Frances Whiting reveals the small things that annoy us way more than they should
“Often it’s not these big things that tip us over the edge, is it?,” writes Frances Whiting revealing the small things that annoy her the most.
Reason Pia Miranda disappeared and why she is ready to rise again
After her breakout role in Looking for Alibrandi, then years spent raising a family, Pia Miranda, now 50, is set to become a regular on our screens once again.
‘Cats are the bad boyfriends of the animal world’: Frances Whiting
I’ve had a few cats in my lifetime – and a few bad boyfriends – and they behave in exactly the same way. Someone should do a study into this, possibly David Attenborough, writes Frances Whiting.
Surprise home office tax write-offs you can claim
There have been major changes to what you can claim now it’s tax time again, with some surprise new inclusions thrown in by the ATO.
Five warning signs you’re in financial crisis
Times are tough on the hip pocket, but don’t panic yet. Barefoot Investor Scott Pape reveals the red flags you have to recognise – plus gives his tips on what to do next.
Melbourne musical’s new spin on Cinderella aims high
With a wonderful cast, a wonderland of songs and a fairy dust sprinkle of distinctly Australian humour, Melbourne musical Midnight deserves to keep dreaming big.
Wildlife warrior, Premier, Miss World – how an invisible epidemic unites them
Endometriosis, a painful disease with no known cause or cure, hits one in nine Australian women. It has been a silent illness for too long.
‘Exposed my spanx’: Edwina Bartholomew’s embarrassing fashion faux pas
Channel 7 presenter Edwina Bartholomew shares her most embarrassing fashion faux pas.
‘I am a coward’: Readers share their very relatable relationship confessions
Well, aren’t you a criminal lot? Readers fess up to their best kept relationship secrets to Frances Whiting and they are truly relatable.
‘A genuine love’: Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin reveal why Gold Coast is home
Almost 40 years late, Baz Luhrmann can still recollect every little detail about the magic moment he met Catherine Martin for the very first time. This is their real-life love story.
‘We can be heroes’: Rising stars smash barriers in Disney blockbuster
Shubshri Kandiah and Brendan Xavier, both Australians with Indian heritage, grew up feeling like ‘others’. Now they’re taking the lead in Sydney’s biggest new show. And you don’t want to miss it.
‘Copped quite a bit of flak’: Chris Lynn defends decision not to play Test cricket
Chris Lynn has never been one to look in the rear vision mirror and remains convinced he made the right call as he opens up on why he gave up Test cricket.
‘It worked perfectly’: The household appliance that will still work in 50 years
“They don’t make appliances like they used to”, the fact is they don’t make appliances like they used to,” writes Frances Whiting on the debate if old appliances are superior to modern ones.
Saving men from themselves: The underhanded move wives keep making
Right, I’ve hidden some clothes again. Not my own. No, I’m talking about items belonging to other members of my family, writes Frances Whiting.
‘Takes a village’: Shaynna’s passion to create change
Interior design star Shaynna Blaze and her talented children are shining a light on an insidious issue in an effort to “change the world”.
‘What cancer taught me’: Kaftan queen finds new power in adversity
Fashion designer Camilla Franks says her breast cancer ordeal helped her recalibrate her life. Five years on, with the all-clear, she takes us into her inner sanctuary and reveals how adversity changed her and her plans for the future
Skin expert to the stars Melanie Grant reveals secret to celebrity skin
She’s the skin care specialist to the stars, and now Melanie Grant has revealed the simple way to achieve flawless celebrity-level skin.
The magic behind Beauty and the Beast
He’s the man behind some of our most beloved stage musicals, but there’s one show coming to Sydney that holds a special place in Sir Tim Rice’s heart
Aussie swim star muscles up in bid for history-making six Olympics
No Australian female swimmer has ever swum at five Olympic Games, while no male has even made it to four. But this could all be about to change at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
‘Queen of colour’ shaking up black-loving Melbourne
The designer famous for a pink London restaurant interior one WAG described as like “getting drunk inside a vagina” is bringing her bold style to the NGV.
One of life’s best moments you don’t have to pay for
There’s truly nothing cosier or sweeter and it’s really one of life’s best moments you don’t have to pay for, writes Frances Whiting.
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