Lifestyle
Retire right: why seeking financial advice matters
15 May
Retirement is a major life milestone, representing the beginning of a new, exciting chapter. However, to truly enjoy retirement, careful planning is essential. Many people dream of a retirement filled with travel, leisure activities, and time...[Read More]
Living life with purpose: the key to a healthier, happier you
15 May
In a world that moves at lightning speed, it’s easy to get caught in the daily grind—ticking off to-do lists, meeting deadlines, and going through the motions. But research and real-life stories increasingly show that living with purpose,...[Read More]
Would you drive 30km/h to reduce road deaths?
14 May
Unsafe roads are forcing parents to drive children less than one kilometre to school, say safety advocates pushing for lower speed limits. Restricting cars and trucks to 30km/h would be the norm for neighbourhood streets under proposed laws being...[Read More]
Real conclave nothing like the film: Cardinal
14 May
A cardinal on the inside says the conclave to elect Pope Leo XIV was fraternal in atmosphere, without the high drama of the award-winning film of the same name. Conclave, released late last year, just months before the real-life secret meeting of...[Read More]
Kylie’s hotpants among new museum’s national treasures
14 May
From Kylie Minogue’s gold hotpants to a 19th-century cloak worn by Dame Nellie Melba, costumes which adorned Australia’s stars of the stage will go on show at a new museum. The $3.5 million Australian Museum of Performing Arts, under...[Read More]
Nature my sanctuary during cancer treatment, Kate says
14 May
The Princess of Wales is pressing the importance of nature, saying it has been her sanctuary in the past year in which she underwent preventive chemotherapy for cancer. In a video posted on X, which featured footage of her and her husband, heir to...[Read More]
Brisbane’s Olympic transport costs fuel funding request
14 May
Transport infrastructure costs climbing into the “billions” have been forecast for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, prompting a request for more federal funding. The Queensland government is hopeful of brokering another funding deal with the...[Read More]
Election expected to drive confidence in electric cars
7 May
Electric vehicles are expected to grow in number and fall in price following the federal election as manufacturers and motorists gain confidence that regulations on low-emission transport will not change. Automotive experts issued the predictions on...[Read More]
Dream holidays made easy: should you book direct or use a travel agent?
8 May
Planning your next family or dream holiday can be an exciting adventure in itself. Whether you’re dreaming of a tropical island escape, a multi-city European tour, or a road trip, the process starts with one big decision: how to plan it. Should...[Read More]
Matildas great raring for another home Asian Cup
7 May
Last time Australia hosted a Women’s Asian Cup, Sarah Walsh was a 21-year-old Matildas striker and overwhelmed by a crowd of 5000 in Adelaide. Nineteen years on, she’s the chief operating officer of the local organising committee (LOC) out to...[Read More]
Spike in flu cases sparks plea over ‘dire’ rate of jabs
7 May
Australians are being warned to get vaccinated before a possible severe flu season after an unusual spike in cases across the country. Low vaccination rates have reflected a “lack of concern” for influenza but Australians have been told not to...[Read More]
Neale Daniher, Australian icon, is no good at fashion
7 May
Neale Daniher is 2025 Australian Of The Year and universally respected for his inspiring fight against motor neurone disease. Before becoming the face of the Fight MND charity, he was a very good AFL player and then an accomplished coach, who took...[Read More]
Keith Urban to get coveted Triple Crown at ACM Awards
7 May
Keith Urban will be honoured with the Triple Crown Award at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards. The 57-year-old singer will become the first star to be handed such an accolade live on the ACM stage since Carrie Underwood was awarded the Triple...[Read More]
Broken brains: how physical and mental health connect
7 May
Jamila Rizvi and Rosie Waterland are all too familiar with what it means to be unwell. Rizvi was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour at 31. Eight years on she navigates complex disabilities due to her acquired brain injury. Waterland, 38, has spent...[Read More]
Cash splash on Mother’s Day, as fewer take part
7 May
The cost-of-living crunch won’t deter Australians from spoiling mum as they’re set to splurge this Mother’s Day. Flowers, food, clothing, personal beauty products, and jewellery are expected to top the list of gifts this year, as millions gear...[Read More]