At 21, Joel was paralysed below the waist by freak surf. At 43, he’s a world champ
After a six-metre wave left the young pro bodyboarder a paraplegic, he avoided the beach for almost 20 years. Then, last November ...
- Tim Elliott
Will a revolutionary DNA-editing tool end disease – or threaten humanity?
When US biochemist Jennifer Doudna discovered the key for editing DNA, she opened scientific frontiers full of promise – and peril.
- Greg Callaghan
She’s a sociopath – and a therapist. This is what she wants you to know about her
Patric Gagne explains the ins, outs and myths of her condition.
- David Marchese
- Two of Us
- For subscribers
After their dad died, these brothers clashed. One letter changed that
Michael and Richard Unsworth used to fight. Now they’re running a garden centre, and their relationship’s in full bloom.
- Lenny Ann Low
- Dicey Topics
- For subscribers
‘So much younger’: Author Sally Rippin on the startling age kids first view porn
The Australian Children’s Laureate on parental panic, ending up in medical journals and an unexpected remarriage.
- Benjamin Law
- Modern Guru
- Modern Guru
My neighbour called me the wrong name and I like it
It’s fun to pretend to be someone else, writes our Modern Guru.
- Danny Katz
- Kitchen Sink Drama
- For subscribers
Winds of change
Paul Connolly’s Kitchen Sink Drama is a slice of domestic life, captured masterfully in only 100 words. This week: Gone with the wind.
- Paul Connolly
The Florida store selling books banned from schools
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
- Various
Maltese-style zucchini with grilled garfish
Julia Busuttil Nishimura shares a family recipe for a rich and comforting side dish for grilled fish.
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- Julia Busuttil Nishimura
Grilled sausages with chickpea mash and chimichurri
An Argentinian-inspired barbecue dish starring the garlic-rich and vinegar-sharp dressing.
- < 30 mins
- Danielle Alvarez
- Review
- Restaurant Santino
Why it’s worth building a long weekend around this slick trattoria in a shopping mall
Wollongong is currently experiencing a food and wine boom. You really should go.
- Callan Boys
Ready to take stock: We’re declaring soup season open already
Please sir, asks Terry Durack, can I have some soup? Plus: his favourite serving suggestions.
- Terry Durack
Good Weekend Superquiz and Saturday Target Time, March 16
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Other editions
The March 28 edition
The friends who took Aussie style to the world | The ‘three fs’ that made a Perth author a global hit| Nike’s battle of the brands | Making a perfect lamington
- 13 stories
The March 21 edition
Stephanie Alexander and The Cook’s Companion at 30 | Free-diver Ant Williams | Debra Adelaide and Gabrielle Carey | How to deliver a baby on a plane
- 11 stories