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Married At First Sight expert Mel Schilling has died.

‘MAFS won’t be the same without her’: On air tribute for TV star who died from cancer

Schilling, who has died aged 54, is being remembered as a guiding force and a loving, committed and loyal mother, wife and co-worker.

  • Kayla Olaya

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The bowel cancer symptom women can often miss

Bowel cancer is one of Australia’s deadliest – and most misunderstood – diseases. Mel Schilling’s death is a reminder to stay informed.

  • Nell Geraets
Married At First Sight expert Mel Schilling has died.

Married At First Sight expert Mel Schilling dies from cancer

The psychologist’s husband revealed the news of her death on Tuesday night. “She was our wee Melsie: an incredible mum, role model, and soulmate.”

  • Nell Geraets and Louise Rugendyke
Say hello to Sarah, Willow and Marcus, three of the “stars” of Flex: The Series.

The new reality TV show that makes MAFS look like MasterChef Australia

The “vertical TV” revolution is moving from phone soaps featuring billionaire brides to Sydney’s sunny Eastern suburbs.

  • Michael Idato
Married at First Sight relationship expert Mel Schilling.

‘My light is starting to fade’: Married At First Sight expert reveals cancer has spread

Mel Schilling has said the cancer she was first diagnosed with in 2023 had deteriorated and spread to the left side of her brain. 

  • Kayla Olaya
Bec Zacharia (left) looks shocked as Tyson Gordon faces off with Laura Byrne, Brittany Hockley and Jules Lund on MAFS: After the Dinner Party, which screens on Stan.

Misogyny at first sight but I’m glad MAFS gave toxic Tyson a platform

Tyson would prefer a “submissive” woman but he’s far from alone. Many Gen Z males hold similar views, so we need to shine light on this regression.

  • Julia Baird
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If you laugh, you can’t be offended and other essential truths I’ve learnt

We once sought advice from philosophers and academics, today it’s best provided by people who understand the basic rules of life and live them in front of the cameras.

  • Wendy Syfret
Minister for Social Services Tanya Plibersek.

Plibersek blasts MAFS for featuring contestant who wanted a woman ‘obedient’ like a dog

Australia’s social services minister urged parents to stop their children watching Married at First Sight, the nation’s most popular reality-TV show.

  • Brittany Busch and Meg Watson
Tyson Gordon (centre) on MAFS: After the Dinner Party.

‘Submissive’ or ‘traditional’? MAFS’ toxic groom is served a valuable lesson

Tyson Gordon came to After the Dinner Party to defend himself. But host Laura Byrne wasn’t having any of it.

  • Tahlia Pritchard
Dionne Gain

The C-word is still taboo in Australia. Why can’t we say it out loud?

The absence of this particular word in the national discussion is holding us back.

  • Malcolm Knox