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The December 18 Edition

In this week’s cover story, model Duckie Thot chats with Jane Rocca about family, racism and the changing world of fashion and beauty.

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Model Duckie Thot on racism, Rihanna and why her father is her greatest role model

She’s gone from struggling to find work to being one of the hottest models in the world. Duckie Thot opens up about resilience and having her moment to shine.

  • Jane Rocca

Growing up in a cult: ‘We kept our pain silent’

Daniella Mestyanek Young recalls the fear she felt while waiting to be disciplined and her confusion when her mother did nothing.

  • Daniella Mestyanek Young
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Fashion has finally caught up with me. Waxing is now considered déclassé

Even style guru Gwyneth has confirmed that she now prefers to “rock a ’70s vibe down there”.

  • Kathy Lette

The must-read books to pack with you these summer holidays

Looking for inspiration for your own private book club? We’ve rounded up the page-turners not to be missed.

  • Georgie Gordon

Model Cheyenne Tozzi on her three wardrobe essentials

“Jeans – I like Zara and Ksubi – and white sneakers.”

  • Georgie Gordon

‘Treat it like your skin’: Hair care according to a celebrity stylist

“As you age, your hair becomes dehydrated,” says hairdresser to the stars Renya Xydis.

  • Stephanie Darling
Louella Boîtel-Gill, who loves combining vintage pieces with new cabinetry, with daughter Chilli; one of the home’s bedrooms.

‘It tells the story of the life I’ve lived’: Inside an eclectic Byron home

The property was bought on a whim and has been lovingly restored by its adoring owner.

  • Natalie Walton
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Poolside essentials for an Australian summer

Get set for summer with these bright and breezy finds for your home.

  • Georgie Gordon

How Jack Johnson found the love of his life at 18

The musician opens up about being a mamma’s boy, his college sweetheart Kim, and working with Hawaiian singer-songwriter Paula Fuga.

  • Jane Rocca

‘Avoiding isn’t the solution’: Two nutritionists on maintaining balance this Christmas

“I don’t think about low-carb or low-fat or low anything – I just eat good-quality food.”

  • Sarah Berry

Cold spaghetti? Mashed banana? What the Red Wiggle puts on his plate each day

Simon Pryce, 50, starts the day with a big drink of water before a double espresso.

  • Nicole Economos
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Adam Liaw's roasted scallops with tarragon butter

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Your weekly horoscope: December 18-25

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

  • Hedy Damari

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