Is it just marketing or is there any science behind the men's and women's separate skin and haircare products on shop shelves?
Young people don't have the power to change the past, but they've got the opportunity to change the future.
Is mixing the same as folding, whisking or beating a batter? A baking expert explains common baking instructions so your next batch of brownies is just perfect.
While issues around race are at the forefront of everybody's mind — we can all play a part now and into the future, writes Mawunyo Gbogbo.
Australian authors recommend their favourite books for young readers.
In part five of Australian Grace, Grace Lee faces immense loneliness while 'living the dream' in Tokyo.
Racism can come in different forms, but for many Indigenous Australians it's too often a common reality. So how can it impact mental health?
Before you give an Acknowledgement of Country, understand why it's important and how to give one with heart.
Not being social face to face has been relaxing for some of us and the idea of "going back" into public again might be scary. Here are some suggestions to help you cope.
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A delicious and comforting cake, where the most complex process involved is grating.
Some of our favourite veggie-forward dishes that don't need expensive ingredients, as well as one can't-miss dessert.
Mulled wine is an incredibly easy drink to make, and you can use this base recipe to customise it to whatever wine, spices and citrus you like.
Adam Liaw's secret to great tasting brussels sprouts? Deep-fry them until they crispy and blackened — and then add chicken salt.
We spoke to the experts to find out some creative ways to use all the frozen and canned food we stockpiled.
How to pick, store, and cook these little bundles of goodness.
A few weeks after Sarah Turmine broke up with her boyfriend of three years, she was surprised to find her dad was still spending time with him.
While differences of opinion are a normal part of all relationships, when it's about "life or death" situations it can be harder to swallow.
Liv and Layla to share what they've learnt and value about their friendship and how it can unite Australia.
If you find yourself stuck in a dead end conversation about conspiracy theories with friends and/or family, these tips might help.
While there's no denying isolation has been tough for many couples, others have been pleasantly surprised.
Some people are seeing the benefits to dating virtually before meeting in person. It could be a courting technique worth embracing even after social distancing restrictions ease.
It's healthy and normal to be attracted to other people, even fantasise about them — but that can come with risks to your relationship.
Katie, 25, admits she isn't great at saving money. But asking a trusted love one to be her accountability partner helped her take control of her spending.
Ghana Shyam Timilsina has lost two jobs, pulled all his money out of superannuation and had his life turned upside down. And if things don't pick up, he's not sure what's he's going to do.
No question, being on benefits is far more difficult than the 9-5. But by staying positive, here's how I turned things around.
At Sally's work, some staff have been asked to do more while others have been asked to work less. But is it legal? We ask two employment experts.
Jo Nemeth says she doesn't feel deprived despite not owning a home, and going years without running hot water, new clothes, a mobile phone or a car.
Tips for successfully borrowing money from someone you know, so you don't lose them in the process.
Being stuck indoors is pushing lots of us to online marketplaces. But if your 'isolation shopping' is getting a little weird, it might be time to rein it in.
In part four of Australian Grace, Grace Lee starts to feel the effects of living in a new, foreign city.
In part three of Australian Grace, Grace Lee's new life gets shaken up by an unexpected emergency.
In part one of Australian Grace, Grace Lee takes us through her arrival in Japan and getting used to a new city and life.
In the final episode of New Format for Living, David and his family learn of a big, life-changing surprise.
We look at the pros and cons of domestic travel insurance to help you decide whether it's right for you.
Travelling overseas? Unless you booked your travel insurance before late January, it's unlikely you'll be covered for anything related to the coronavirus.
The thing lockdown has shown me is that a lot of the adornment and body decorating I thought I found 'fun' — I didn't engage with when I was just with my immediate family, Yumi writes.
Not all hair and scalp experts think giving up shampoo and conditioner is a good idea. Here's what you need to know if you do want to ditch it or reduce your reliance on it.
Discomfort, unaffordable breastfeeding bras, being inspired by others — there are many reasons women have embraced the bra-fee life on a permanent basis.
Sun protection is serious business in Australia. But with many of us spending more time at home lately, it's fair to question if you need it.
While social distancing and staying at home has its challenges, it can be freeing in terms of how we think about our appearance.
As coronavirus has most of us self-isolating, countless more folks face the same emerging colour scheme: grey hair.
Most Australian sperm donors are white. How do prospective parents of colour navigate this difficult situation?
Natasha Hertanto moved from Jakarta to Australia for university, and stayed. Despite this, she's closer to her once emotionally unavailable dad than ever before.
Emma Burchett says she is trying to work out a way to do everything the family has to do, but without all the rushing and stress.
Feeling guilty about not giving your toddler enough attention while you WFH? This might help.
To feel a sense of connection to my family and my heritage, I've found engaging in cultural activities and practices incredibly helpful during this time.
Reconciliation starts at birth. An Indigenous early childhood educator explains how to raise culturally aware kids.
Talking about how much you earn — especially with a co-worker — can feel uncomfortable. But experts say it's worth it.
It's a tricky time to be changing jobs or careers, but some of us don't have an option. Here are some tips for finding what's right for you.
If you've been enjoying a flexible working arrangement — and want to keep it that way when life goes "back to normal" — we can help.
Redundancy can make you feel sad, frustrated and scared. You doubt yourself. We spoke to three couples to find out what helped them.
To have made it through what you have so far, the future can only be better off with graduates as resilient as you in the world, writes Dr Murad Tayebjee.
We asked two legal experts to answer your questions about JobKeeper and leave.
The strongest predicter of happiness and health in your 80s is something you do when you're much, much younger.
From insomnia to "corona nightmares", Australians' sleep habits have been interrupted during the coronavirus crisis. We asked two sleep experts to weigh in.
Hand hygiene has become more important than ever, but many of us still forget — or simply don't do it. We speak to a social psychologist to find out why.
Big Brother Australia is back (again), and this time I'm more concerned about the show doing Australians proud than why Marty and Jess broke up.
Have you tried these ways to kickstart your way to finding things interesting again?
Remember chain mail? It looks a little different these days, including everything from poems in your DMs to a nomination to share your favourite album covers.
TV causes the brain to release that feel good chemical dopamine and feeling good isn't a bad thing, except when...
Feeling the angst, excitement, build-up, pain, confusion and dilemmas teenagers face on screen from the comfort of your adult life can help you process.
It started as a way to pass time during the coronavirus lockdown. Now, recreating classic artwork online is helping Deniz work through some difficult memories.
Filling the hole in my back deck with herbs was about saving money but it made me happier too.
Nature strip gardening can build community, filter pollution and create shade. But there are a few things to know before you start.
Proud of your indoor plant collection? Plant stylist Ryan Klewer how to really make them shine in your home.
Online shopping during iso and not sure what to do with all the packaging that comes with it? Here are some expert tips to help reduce, reuse and recycle your post.
Once you've kept one indoor plant alive, you might be tempted to buy more. Here are Australian indoor plants to consider.
As we begin to go back to our "old lives", pets may struggle to adjust.
Finding a place to live, getting accepted for a lease and moving house is always challenging. It's a whole new story during a pandemic.
Whether it's choosing your favourite pasta shape or using tinned beans instead of dried, there's plenty of wiggle room in this recipe
These blondies are simple and quick to make and use mostly pantry ingredients. The end result is chewy, salty and incredibly moreish.
Focaccia is easy to make and feeds a crowd. Try it with simple toppings and make it your own.
This hot and sour noodle soup recipe is quick to rustle up and is created to be pantry-friendly.
I rarely make Bengali food. But now, under isolation, the dishes I grew up with are the comfort food I'm craving, Tasnim writes.
With puppy schools closed and regular routines out the window, adopting a dog comes with some extra considerations during the coronavirus crisis.
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