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The April 21 Edition

Kristen Wiig graces our cover this week and tells writer Ed Cumming how she loves having the freedom to pick and choose what she does these days.

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The April 21 Edition
“Being in character is so much easier.”

‘If I ever have to talk in front of more than four people, I get nervous’: Kristen Wiig

Bridesmaids made her the golden girl of American comedy. But in the decade since, the actor’s career has been far from the typical Hollywood trajectory.

  • by Ed Cumming
At 19, I was constantly told that I would be putting my baby up for adoption

At 19, I was constantly told that I would be putting my baby up for adoption

As a pregnant teenager in the ’70s, I was sent away to give birth. Once my baby arrived, I would have done anything to keep him with me.

  • by Lynda Holden
Opinion
Opinion

It’s important to me to be a good girlfriend. But I suspect I’m getting the better deal

My partner’s love language is acts of service, whereas mine is words of affirmation. Is it possible that I’m better off here?

  • by Kerri Sackville
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After months of carrying my possessions on my back, I emerged a new woman

A five-month trek across New Zealand wasn’t just an adventure, it was a chance to find myself again.

  • by Laura Waters

You shouldn’t wash your hair every day, plus other beauty myths

There are mixed messages when it comes to hair care. This is what the experts say.

  • by Stephanie Darling
Indian-Australian actress Pallavi Sharda has been appointed to the board of Screen Australia by arts minister Tony Bourke.

‘Baggy jeans, a classic shirt and an oversized jacket’: Pallavi Sharda’s daily style

The actor, who supports up-and-coming Indian designers, enjoys playing with styles from different eras.

  • by Georgie Gordon

‘I was scared to message her’: The Inspired Unemployed comedian on his model girlfriend

“I didn’t know if she felt the same,” says Matt Ford, one half of the comedy duo who recently made headlines for a prank involving three high-profile feminists.

  • by Jane Rocca

‘Two-minute noodles followed by a chocolate-chip cookie’: A drag queen’s diet

Art Simone shares her day on a plate and dietitian Dr Joanna McMillan has some stern advice.

  • by Nicole Economos
Sarah Parry-Okeden and 
Sheldon on a Restoration 
Hardware sofa. Underfoot is a 
woven rug from Patterson Flynn.

Resort decor and chalet style define this home on Sydney’s northern beaches

The luxurious family home is set on two acres of tropical landscaping.

  • by Susan Redman
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Create a beautiful bookcase or mantle with these precious pieces

Add some considered clutter to your space with items from local makers.

  • by Georgie Gordon
Sausage and rosemary stew.

Adam Liaw’s sausage and rosemary stew

This casserole of sausages braised in beer and stock makes a great one-pot meal.

  • by Adam Liaw
Anzac biscuit tiramisu.

Adam Liaw’s Anzac biscuit tiramisu

This is part ripple cake, part Anzac biscuit and part tiramisu but I promise it all makes sense in the end.

  • by Adam Liaw

Taurus: Money matters will be a lot clearer now

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

  • by Hedy Damari

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