From fashion to politics: Allegra Spender on scaling the ‘vertical learning curve’
She left her mother’s world of fashion to enter politics like her father. Here, she details how life has changed, and why she’s making paid parental leave a firm focus.
- Jane Rocca
Inside a women’s prison: ‘I’ve seen things no human should ever have to see’
What does it take to rebuild your life after years behind bars? Three women share their stories.
- Dilvin Yasa
After suddenly losing my husband, a trip to the Himalayas helped me heal
Overwhelmed with grief, Amanda Westwood set off to recalibrate amidst the startling beauty.
- Amanda Westwood
At 93, Australia’s oldest university student is busier than ever
After losing her husband to dementia, Val Fell is on a mission to tackle ageism in Australia.
- Val Fell
A beachside home in Melbourne’s south-east gets a grand makeover
This stylish renovation overflows with warmth and personality.
- Heather Nette King
Me Too founder, Tarana Burke: ‘My husband was the first person I told about the sexual assault’
The activist opens up about the men who have influenced her life.
- Jane Rocca
- Opinion
- Opinion
‘I might sound like the cruellest mum but I can’t lie to my daughter’
My 13-year-old daughter has just finished her second year of playing AFL. And while she’s not a natural athlete, I admire her persistence.
- Jo Stanley
‘You block out all the pressures’: More women are getting teed off in the best way
Golf is booming in popularity, especially with women. And there’s a good reason why.
- Evelyn Lewin
‘Oversized blazers and silk blouses’: Ginger & Smart co-founder’s wardrobe essentials
For Genevieve Smart it’s all about a ‘balance of masculine and feminine’.
- Georgie Gordon
I tried a luxury ear piercing service. Here’s what to expect
The freehand procedure (no needle guns here) also provides customers with a wide range of earrings to choose from.
- Stephanie Darling
Upgrade your bedroom with these cozy essentials
Mix prints and patterns to create an eclectically elegant bedroom.
- Georgie Gordon
Pastry then a mandarin, for ‘balance’: What a food writer eats in a day
Lee Tran Lam’s day begins with yuzu-miso soup and ends with a gelato lamington bar.
- Nicole Economos
Adam Liaw's chicken and egg curry
You don't have to decide which comes first in this simple, creamy curry. If you leave out the chilli, it's a real family crowd-pleaser.
- 30 mins - 1 hr
- Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw's cardamom and pistachio fudge
A basic butter fudge gets a spicy twist with a touch of cardamom.
- 1-2 hrs
- Adam Liaw
Your weekly horoscope: October 2-9
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- Hedy Damari
Other editions
The March 22 Edition
In our autumn fashion special, we chat with model and entrepreneur Miranda Kerr about her latest design project, and her wonderful blended family.
- 12 stories
The March 15 Edition
In our cover story this week, musician Amy Shark talks about fame and film, as she prepares to star opposite Russell Crowe in her first movie role.
- 13 stories