The February 16 Edition
Super-star Cher graces our cover and opens up to Michael Idato about politics, longevity and why she feels so at home in Australia.
‘We’re about to see a world collapse’: Cher pulls no punches
Despite seven decades of chart toppers, the pop queen still believes her success had a lot to do with good luck. Now, at 78, she’s using her voice as a war cry.
- by Michael Idato
‘I was driving a manual car at 12’: When home is the family business
Regular calls to police, cleaning up strangers’ messes and missed school holidays were part of growing up for these three women - but they (mostly) loved it.
- by Shona Hendley
Opinion
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There is a club you might belong to, although I’m sure you’d rather you didn’t
Those of us who lie awake in the dead of night torture ourselves in specific and very personal ways.
- by Jo Stanley
After her father’s death, Sophie visited a random town, and discovered a surprise
Having always believed that spiritual energy surrounds us all, Sophie felt her father was guiding her.
- by Kellie Floyd
Hamilton star Lyndon Watts on the item in his closet he’s never without
The stage actor and performer discusses the protective power of gemstones, and the very practical item he’s coveting.
- by Georgie Gordon
How to create salon-style hair at home
Achieving a big, bouncy blowout at home is not an impossible dream, as long as you follow a few fail-safe tips.
- by Stephanie Darling
‘I had a big crush on Kylie Minogue’: Fashion designer Steven Khalil
He’s dressed Jennifer Lopez and Kylie Jenner, but there’s one celebrity wedding gown he always goes back to.
- by Jane Rocca
Thanks to The White Lotus, Koh Samui is this year’s hottest island escape
Ever since word got out that the latest season is set on this Thai island, there has been an uptick of interest in Samui as a luxury destination.
- by Ute Junker
An elite soccer player’s diet that’s low on red meat: What a dietitian thinks
Melbourne Victory’s Lydia Williams shares her day on a plate.
- by Nicole Economos
Four iconic ’60s rock chicks and how to create their look
Make your style swing in the right direction with short hems and playful collars.
- by Damien Woolnough
How to create salon-style hair at home
Achieving a big, bouncy blowout at home is not an impossible dream, as long as you follow a few fail-safe tips.
- by Stephanie Darling
Adam Liaw’s lamb, almond and apricot kofta
It may sound fancy, but these kofta are no more difficult than making hamburgers or a meatloaf.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s cos salad with tahini and molasses
Tahini and molasses is an excellent combination that can be used for everything from a dip for pita to a simple green salad such as this.
- by Adam Liaw
Aquarius: Avoid making assumptions and embrace new possibilities
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari
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