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It has been 25 years since Connie Nielsen hit Hollywood and scored her part in Gladiator. She talks with writer Michael Idato about the upcoming sequel, Gladiator II, and how she and her role have evolved.

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The October 27 Edition
“I never saw myself as a pretty woman or anything like that. So, I was confused a lot in my first five years as an actor.”

‘An entire cast of crazy people’: Connie Nielsen’s secrets from the Gladiator set

“You could feel this creative tension,” says the 59-year old actor, who’s returning to her breakout role in the sequel to Ridley Scott’s iconic film.

  • by Michael Idato

The good, the bad and the smelly: The reality of share-house living

Sure, there are the housemate horror stories, but often the share-house experience can lead to lifelong friendships and treasured memories.

  • by Shona Hendley
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Opinion

Could this be the simple fix to our growing disconnection from friends and family?

It’s one that offers simple, wholesome entertainment that can be consumed in mixed company while deepening real-world relationships.

  • by Jamila Rizvi
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Those supermodels didn’t look like LA girls who could afford nose jobs – they looked like aliens. I was like, “Wow! That’s a person?”

‘It changed my life completely’: The iconic ’90s album that spawned St Vincent’s music career

The musician also shares which models from that era were her celebrity crushes.

  • by Jane Rocca
On Sundays, you will find Hilton in sweatpants and a cashmere sweater.

Nicky Hilton on her biggest style mistake: ‘We had no idea how bad it was for us’

The socialite and fashion designer also shares the details of the blazer she “can’t live without”.

  • by Georgie Gordon
Georgina Burke at Derby Day at Flemington Racecourse, 2023.

How to master the perfect race-day hair

It’s spring racing time, so find the winning hairstyles to match your favourite headpiece.

  • by Stephanie Darling

‘Fried egg with rice, beans and parsley’: How does this breakfast rate with a dietitian?

Plus the vegetarian-friendly protein that is a “five-star food”.

  • by Nicole Economos
Taveuni, Fiji.

The under-the-radar island getaways that are only a short flight away

These South Pacific destinations allow you to avoid other tourists and live like a local – without breaking the bank.

  • by Craig Tansley
Baked fish “casino”.

Adam Liaw’s baked fish ‘casino’

The American dish “clams casino” is delicious but can be finicky. However, substituting fish fillets for clams makes for an incredibly simple main meal.

  • by Adam Liaw
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Lemon tart.

Adam Liaw’s lemon tart

A classic lemon tart doesn’t need much “tarting up” at all. Keep it simple.

  • by Adam Liaw
Centre photograph courtesy of HKLiving.

From coffee cups to lamps, these sunburnt-toned wares inspire a holiday in your own home

A coastal getaway with retro appeal offers endless inspiration, from nostalgic prints to a cosy quilt and a colour-happy game.

  • by Georgie Gordon

Scorpio: If you’ve been harbouring a secret desire, don’t divulge it just yet

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

  • by Hedy Damari

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