Homeschooling is on the rise, with parents and experts blaming a packed curriculum and an indoor-focused, structured education system for the shift. They say their kids learn best through play.
Tim Minchin knows about despair, revealing he felt “isolated” and “stuck” living in Melbourne trying to launch his career. Here he tells how he envied Eddie Perfect and why he never gave up on his dream.
After a difficult few years dealing with family tragedy and personal injury, Sunshine Coast ironman Jett Kenny says he has found love and happiness with partner Lily Brown.
After overcoming the injury that prevented her from playing in the 2023 Australian Open, Aussie hero Ajla Tomljanovic is looking forward to a busy year ahead and returning to Melbourne Park. But she’s also looking ahead.
There’s one thing that keeps Jordan Ablett hopeful and positive while her three-year-old son Levi battles a rare genetic disease.
Alex Fevola told daughter Mia her biological father had died after falling from a tree to protect her from the heartbreaking truth. But when Mia turned 18, Alex’s story started to come undone. Here are extracts from Alex’s new book Silver Linings
Five months after Bert’s death, Patti Newton has “started living” again — and will honour her late husband with a surprising, lasting tribute.
Lolly bags, cooking a killer roast chook, cups of teas with solid lumps of sugar – this is what nanas and grandmas are best for.
He’s one of Australia’s most fashionable designers, but Alex Perry has revealed his lockdown attire during the pandemic.
Keith Urban had just married the love of his life, Nicole Kidman, and was playing shows in sold-out stadiums, but his unresolved addiction issues were about to derail his life.
From what they would order for their Last Supper, to the dishes they take to parties and their most memorable meals, our top chefs have revealed their food secrets.
Domestic goddess Nigella Lawson has returned to Melbourne and is urging us all to feel “zero shame” in enjoying feel-good foods. Here’s why.
Both Apple and Samsung are launching budget smartphones to bring in buyers. We’ve tried them out and these are the best money-saving handsets right now.
Growing up with a brother who required around-the-clock care gave Laura and Jordan O’Reilly unique insight into Australia’s disability support sector. They decided to change it for the better.
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