The redemption of jockey Mark Zahra
After being suspended from racing for his part in an infamous Airbnb party, top jockey Mark Zahra redeemed himself by winning the Melbourne Cup.
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Make-up artist Max May reveals must-have beauty products that will transform your skin
Australian make-up artist Max May shares his the must-have beauty products that have transformed his skin.
‘Two dogs might as well be six’: Why one dog is the perfect number
I should just give in and put a run of kennels in the yard, they run this house, writes Mel Buttle on why you should only have one dog in your home.
Travel titans’ must-visit destinations for 2023
Some of the nation’s biggest travel industry names have spoken frankly about what needs to be done to get Australia back firmly on the map, as they reveal the places you really should try to visit this year.
‘That’s it’: ‘Daggy’ dad moment that changed man’s life forever
An everyday moment stopped this dad in his tracks when he saw his three-year-old son repeating his every move, writes Frances Whiting.
‘Familiar darkness’: Aussie star’s secret bipolar, self-harm battle
She’s the Aussie star of a huge Discovery Channel franchise – and a fourth-generation gold prospector. But Tyler Mahoney was keeping her dark turmoil a secret.
Why we all need to spend more time being bored: Mel Buttle
When was the last time you were completely engulfed by boredom? I haven’t been dominated by boredom for years and, to be honest, I think I miss it, writes Mel Buttle.
The secret to surviving a long-haul flight in economy
Want to know the secret to not losing your mind on a long-haul flight squished into a tiny seat? Try this tip, Frances Whiting says.
The ‘smug’ supermarket mistake we are all making
On shopping day every week I buy a small bunch of bananas. I think to myself smugly about my plans … that never pan out.
Be flexible, set ground rules and find new ways to connect: How to be a great virtual leader
Workers today are not coming back into the office like they did pre-pandemic. A new book on leadership has outlined how to run a thriving virtual workforce.
MP silences critics after stripping image leak
A Victorian MP was left powerless after an image of her working as a stripper was shared on social media – now she’s owning her past so she can fight for a better future.
‘Something was very wrong’: artist’s miracle recovery
After a brain abscess almost ended her life, artist Cressida Campbell is celebrating a marriage and her biggest ever exhibition.
Sleep expert reveals exact amount of sleep you need at your age
Want to know why you feel tired so often? Because you’re not getting the right amount of quality sleep – check the chart to see how many hours a night you should be getting.
‘I sold it after’: Fashion designer reveals secret to designer wardrobe
Want to know the secret to being able to afford expensive fashion labels? This fashion designer has a top tip.
The 12 universal truths of the school playground
A teacher that everyone universally loves, a fleeting obsession with handball, the visiting theatre troupe that loves audience participation – these are the 12 truths of school life.
Finding the light: the inarguable inspiration that’s Michelle Obama
The past few years have been tough, even for former US First Lady Michelle Obama. Her new book is a beacon of hope, detailing her challenges and her strategies for overcoming them.
Kokkinakis: ‘I’ll keep going rogue and solo’
Tennis comeback kid Thanasi Kokkinakis reveals why he and doubles partner Nick Kyrgios work and why he’ll travel solo until he finds the right love match.
‘When your t*** are down between your ankles’: Grant Denyer’s funny love letter to wife
A new book of love letters from well-known Australians shows love can take many forms, with some laced with sentiment, others spiked with humour.
Home and Away star’s embarrassing see-through fashion fail
Home and Away star Juliet Godwin reveals embarrassing fashion fail and her must have items.
Meals can’t have a cork: My ambitious New Year’s resolutions
Stop aiming so high – just make your New Year’s Resolutions small, very specific and able to be kept all year, Mel Buttle argues.
Truly awful Christmas gifts: How I fake it
We have a house full of homemade horrors from our children, although none perhaps as frightening as our Christmas angel, writes Frances Whiting.
Ottolenghi: Inside the mind (and kitchen) of the genius chef
Celebrity chefs come and go but few have changed the way we want to eat like Yotam Ottolenghi. Ahead of his Australian tour, he reveals his greatest satisfaction.
‘Funny and thoughtful’: The Dusty I know
Outgoing Richmond president Peggy O’Neal got to know Dustin Martin in ways not many people have, and says he has a secret, nature-loving side.
How Amy Shark’s 96-year-old Nan keeps her grounded
Gold Coast singer-songwriter Amy Shark has revealed how she struggled with becoming an overnight success, even locking herself in a toilet before a performance because she wasn’t coping.
‘A few good years left’: Boland’s cricket mission
Scott Boland became a national hero overnight, at 32. As one of only two Indigenous Test cricketers ever, he’s a man on a mission.
Picture captures beautiful moment before yoga mum’s tragic death
The husband of beloved yoga studio owner Lauren Verona, who died just hours after delivering their daughter at their Sunshine Coast home, has shared a picture of the touching moment Lauren held her tiny bub for the first time.
Why the humble jaffle maker is suddenly popular on social media
The jaffle maker is suddenly hot property on social media. Did you know that you could do this with a jaffle maker, Mel Buttle asks?
Tried and tested: The new Samsung phone range
They flip, they fold, they come with handles: this is what you need to know about Samsung’s newly launched gear in Australia. We’ve put them to the test.
How Aussie George Lazenby went from Bond to bust
Now 82 and living alone, Australian George Lazenby regrets how his brief career as James Bond ended, but he sure enjoyed the wild, swinging ’60s film star ride.
Tried and tested: The best travel gadgets
Whether you’re planning your first flight since the pandemic or you have a road trip in mind, we’ve tested the best travel gadgets to keep you you entertained.
Tried and tested: the best smartwatch accessories
These savvy Apple Watch accessories can transform the smartwatch into a heavy-duty timepiece or a sporty fitness buddy. We’ve tested out the best accessories.
Shop in the men’s section: Seven newsreader reveals top fashion tip
Seven newsreader Sally Bowrey has named her top fashion buy for the year – and it didn’t come from the women’s section.
‘No wonder my children couldn’t sleep’: Rereading kids’ books as an adult
The Very Hungry Caterpillar? Just indulging in a bit of binge eating. Goodnight moon? That old lady in the corner is terrifying. Frances Whiting finds the funny side when rereading kid’s books.
Tried and tested: the best smartwatch accessories
These savvy Apple Watch accessories can transform the smartwatch into a heavy-duty timepiece or a sporty fitness buddy. We’ve tested out the best accessories.
How ex racehorse helped stop violent Melbourne mob
London Fog was just a year off the racing track when he found himself at the centre of a violent protest in which another police horse was struck. He stood his ground.
‘Used car salesperson of the bird world’: Why seagulls are the worst birds
Seagulls are the used car salespeople of the bird world, they’re forcefully persistent with a never-say-die attitude, writes Mel Buttle.
Reality check: 60 isn’t middle-aged, it’s old – and that’s OK
The man who wrote Fat, Forty and Fired is back two decades later with his new book Smart, Stupid and Sixty, and he’s encouraging everyone to think more positively about ageing.
Office workers exposed: From kitchen Nazis to undersharers
My recent column about various office ‘types’ sparked robust conversations in workplaces across the country but here are the workers I forgot about, writes Fran Whiting.
Joel Edgerton opens up about birth of twins during ‘tricky’ Qld shoot
Just two months into filming the Ron Howard-directed Thirteen Lives in Queensland, actor Joel Edgerton got the phone call that changed his life.
Human headline’s ‘last hurrah’
He’s been married four times, survived liver cancer, exposed paedophiles and gone to jail for his convictions but at 78 ‘human headline’ Derryn Hinch isn’t ready to just go away.
‘Colour coordinated’: Quade Cooper reveals his super organised wardrobe
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.
Gossip, office grouch or cheerleader: Which co-worker are you?
Are you the office grouch or gossip queen? Frances Whiting breaks down the characters she believes are in every office, which one are you?
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.
Tried and tested: the best smart devices for your home
Smart 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.
‘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.
‘Committed relationships are difficult’: Couples therapist reveals key to happy union
Psychotherapist Lissy Abrahams has helped hundreds of couples break the cycle of conflict and rekindle their love. She shares her advice on how to save a failing relationship.
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