The February 4 Edition
In our cover story this week, Rebecca Gibney shares some key learnings from her amazing 44-year career and tells writer Lorna Gray about her exciting new challenge.
‘Don’t waste time worrying about trivial crap’: Rebecca Gibney on a life worth living
Once described as the “mother of the nation”, the veteran actor speaks frankly on mental health, menopause and her latest role as a calculating church leader.
- by Lorna Gray
I’d never expected to spend the final year of my 30s renovating a home alone
Then, a year in, I met the man I wanted to share it with. Could our differing financial positions keep the love story going?
- by Nicole Haddow
How a ragtag bunch of women renewed my love of football
They were a pleasure to coach, in part because they never took their footballing adventure, or me, for granted.
- by Paul Connolly
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I have one gift I want to give to my daughter – and it doesn’t cost a thing
It’s often said that we want for our kids what we didn’t have ourselves.
- by Jo Stanley
‘A pair of ’70s flares clinched a Vogue feature – and my first job’
Designer Yasmin Ghomiem on the fashion choices that have shaped her life.
- by Georgie Gordon
Time for a fragrance update? The best luxury perfumes of 2024
From citrusy scents to something with an edge, these perfumes are perfect for a switch up.
- by Stephanie Darling
13 Valentine’s Day gifts to treat your other half
From sneakers and perfumes to something a little more fancy. Ahead, the gifts your partner will actually want this February 14.
- by Georgie Gordon
How this designer transformed a Kings Cross apartment into an impressive home
Gilt-framed portraiture and curated collections enhance the living experience in Ross Longmuir’s inner-city art deco flat.
- by Susan Redman
How a negativity bias may be hijacking your success
It’s an in-built mechanism that has its roots in evolution, but simply being aware of it can mean the difference between rumination and progress.
- by Evelyn Lewin
How this chef sticks to a remarkably healthy diet
Executive chef Vanessa Horton’s afternoons often involve tasting ice-cream and brownies. Still, she gets top marks from dietitian Joanna McMillan.
- by Nicole Economos
Larry Emdur: ‘I made terrible television and she would still say it was a great show’
The popular TV presenter opens up about the women who have shaped him.
- by Jane Rocca
Adam Liaw’s red-braised fish
Fish are an important part of any Chinese celebration. The phrase “you yu” in Mandarin means to “have fish” but it also rhymes with “having abundance”.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s yee sang prosperity salad
This theatrical salad involves everyone using chopsticks to toss the salad high into the air. The higher the tossing, the more luck you’ll have!
- by Adam Liaw
Aquarius: This week make sure to put your best foot forward
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari