The August 24 Edition

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The August 24 Edition

In our cover story this week, Tina Arena marks 50 years in the entertainment industry with a unique perspective on her life, including why she’s finally done listening to her critics.

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The August 24 Edition
‘I was exposed to things I should never have been’: Tina Arena’s 50 years in showbiz

‘I was exposed to things I should never have been’: Tina Arena’s 50 years in showbiz

From Young Talent Time favourite to stage star and mother, the 57-year-old musician has played many roles. Now, one image will aim to capture them all.

  • by Damien Woolnough
The decision to leave a relationship - or stay - can be as traumatic as the break-up itself.

I thought leaving my marriage was hard. Then my next relationship failed too

Most agree break-ups are traumatic, but for many women, the period leading up to the moment of leaving is even harder, as these women attest.

  • by Nicole Madigan
Kathy Lette: “OK, my body might be shrinking but my anecdotes are lengthening.”
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I took my partner to a sex therapist. Our ‘homework’ led to a thrilling discovery

“I’ve never found him so desirable.”

  • by Kathy Lette
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Emily Power has turned her back on conventional life to tour Australia in  a van.

I used to write about property for a living. Now I have no fixed address

Owning a home once meant everything, but now I love life on the road.

  • by Emily Power
At the height of his success on reality TV, Osher Gunsberg

Losing my virginity was a powerful moment in my life: Osher Günsberg

The star of reality TV shows including Australian Idol and The Bachelor opens up about his battle with drinking, and finding lasting love the second time around.

  • by Robyn Doreian
Designer Martin Grant: “I keep things for a long time, but I wear them to the point where I have to throw them away.”

This celebrated Australian designer has worn these four items for 20 years

France-based Martin Grant, who’s designed for Lady Gaga and Cate Blanchett, wears a “uniform” for ease, and likes his footwear similarly pared back.

  • by Georgie Gordon
On average, we lose between 50 to 100 hairs a day. This level of shedding is a normal part of our hair’s growth cycle.

We lose 50 to 100 hairs daily. Here’s how to know if you have a more serious issue

Hair loss in both women and men can occur as result hormonal changes, genetic predisposition and some medical conditions, including stress.

  • by Stephanie Darling

A healthy diet can still lack key nutrients. Here are some easy fixes from a dietitian

A chef shares her day on a plate.

  • by Nicole Economos

Giving your bedroom a fresh makeover starts with a $25 eye mask

Sweet dreams are made of fresh sheets, fine furniture and some quirky touches including a handmade candelabra and sandalwood-scented incense.

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David Hicks seated on a 1970s Uginox lounge chair. The sculpture is by Narelle White and the copper glass disc is from eModerno.

A Melbourne interior designer’s Sydney base is light, bright and cosier than any hotel

This light-filled apartment provides comfort and stylish appointments in equal measure.

  • by Susan Redman
Italian lemon chicken.

Adam Liaw’s Italian lemon chicken

This dish of pan-fried chicken breasts in a delicious sour and savoury lemon sauce is reminiscent of Chinese lemon chicken, but without the sweetness.

  • by Adam Liaw
Cheat’s maritozzi.

Adam Liaw’s cheat’s maritozzi

Soft white rolls from the Asian bakeries we have all over Australia make fantastic substitutes for maritozzi rolls.

  • by Adam Liaw
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Virgo: You deserve a reminder of how wonderful you truly are

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

  • by Hedy Damari