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The September 3 Edition

In our cover story, Gogglebox star Matty Fahd chats with Lorna Gray about how fatherhood has changed his life.

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Matty Fahd wears own singlet and shirt, Tommy Hilfiger chinos, Malik and Lyon wear Tommy Hilfiger throughout.

Matty Fahd: ‘I want my social media to reflect my life, and my life is now my kids’

For six years, we’ve watched his biggest milestones unfold on Gogglebox. Now a doting father of two, Matty Fahd opens up about the joys of fatherhood.

  • Lorna Gray

At 15, Carly hired a private investigator to track down her biological father

“Initially I felt no need to find my ‘real’ dad, but then I pictured myself older, wanting to know more.”

  • Dilvin Yasa

Cameron Daddo: ‘After our home birth went pear-shaped, my dad’s words resonated’

Seven high-profile Australian men share the best advice their fathers gave them.

  • Jane Rocca
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As a single dad, every other week I’m a soccer referee, a sculptor and a fisherman

“Sometimes the fathering is wonderful, but mostly it’s a routine. Piles of washing, finding school uniforms, bowls of porridge...”

  • Dugald Jellie
Telling your father that you love him is the greatest gift you can give him, says Kathy Lette.

If you can still have a laugh with your dad, do it now and as often as possible

“Telling your dad you love him is the best gift you can give.”

  • Kathy Lette

For 42-year-old Ryan, being a stepdad to a teenager comes with unexpected joys

“I’m more like a big brother who just always looks out for her and wants the best for her in life.”

  • Evelyn Lewin

A 50-year-old chef shares his ‘essential’ fasting routine

Alessandro Pavoni, executive chef at Sydney’s Ormeggio, says fasting gives him focus and strength. He shares his day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos

‘Loafers, long-sleeve polo shirts’: Designer Christian Kimber on his wardrobe essentials

“I love beautiful clothes but I find myself dressing down. My style is getting more casual, especially after having kids.”

  • Georgie Gordon
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Skincare hacks to help keep beards and faces in good nick

Who knew there were so many beard styles? Here how to best care for your whiskers.

  • Stephanie Darling
“I always thought I’d get married and be a dad, so I was shocked when I was 35 and that stuff hadn’t happened yet.”

Sam Wood: ‘Mum died from cancer when I was 15. Her death brought us closer to Dad’

“When Mum died, she couldn’t be replaced and nothing could fix what we went through.”

  • Jane Rocca

Love blue? How to style a home with the colours of the sea

Add shades of blue for a modern pop of colour in the home.

  • Georgie Gordon
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Virgo: Take your time this week and don’t rush into commitments

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

  • Hedy Damari

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