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My story Sailing solo

In 2017 Lisa Blair became the first woman to sail solo around Antarctica. She nearly didn’t live to tell the tale. But those scrapes with death gave her the courage to make a second solo circumnavigation, and this time she broke the world record.

Farewell, old friend

Everybody needs good neighbours. That’s been the nightly reminder as the iconic Aussie series gripped audiences for 37 years. As Ramsay Street prepares to turn off the lights, we look back at how a little show that could took over the world.

“For now, I’m concentrating on life’s beauty”

Fiona MacDonald has always loved life, whether sloshing around the It’s a Knockout set in gumboots, raising her sons or sleeping out under the stars. Now as she comes to terms with a diagnosis of motor neurone disease, she treasures every moment even more.

Return to the wild

When the eastern barred bandicoot was declared extinct in the wild in 2013, it seemed they would be lost forever. But today, after a lot of setbacks, things are finally looking up for this native creature.

50 really is the new 30

You can live younger, longer but if you are looking for a magic bullet, forget it. It all comes down to our brain-body connection.

Paul Newman in pictures

In a new book, eight photographers share rare, unseen images of the Hollywood legend. We were given an exclusive sneak peek – as well as the memories behind one set of snaps.

Shelter from the storm

In recent years, as a community, we’ve made a lot of noise about ending violence against women. But is it just that – noise? If we were truly determined to stop the violence, Anne Summers tells The Weekly, we would be much more serious about supporting those who risk everything to escape it.

MAGDA At 61, I finally feel free'

In a case of art finally mirroring life, Magda Szubanski is playing a Polish lesbian – albeit a butcher – in a new prime-time TV series. She sits down with The Weekly to talk about the long road towards self-acceptance on screen and off.

A place to call home

Refugees from war-torn Afghanistan and Ukraine share their terrifying journeys to Australia and express their gratitude to the friends, family and ordinary Aussies who have helped them through.

Inside the GALLERY OF LOST ART

Picasso. Dali. Matisse. Just a few of the artists whose works have been stolen. In an exclusive interview with the head of Interpol’s stolen art unit, we learn the truth about the theft of the world’s most beautiful objects.

Family is my everything

She is Seven’s secret sporting weapon, the woman who can cover any game without missing a beat. But without the support of her family, says Mel McLaughlin, her career may never have happened.

Meet the judges

Has Ita Buttrose ever been mansplained to? What does Julie Bishop wish she could tell her younger self? This year’s Women of the Future judges share some wisdom they’ve picked up on the way to the top of their illustrious careers.

The Nigella effect

At 62, Nigella Lawson is happier than she's ever been and learning to go with the flow, count her blessings and revel in her solitude.

This AMERICAN LIFE

A woman’s right to decide what happens to her own body has just taken a massive dive in modern America. The Weekly investigates the Roe v. Wade debate.

Camilla The down-to-earth Duchess

EXCLUSIVE 75th birthday interview - As she celebrates her 75th birthday, the Duchess of Cornwall talks to The Weekly about her simple country childhood, losing her mother, lessons from Prince Philip, why speeches terrify her and becoming Queen Consort.

Thank you, Your Majesty

The Platinum Jubilee celebrations in Britain presented a profound and witty tribute to Queen Elizabeth II’s historic 70-year reign. Following fears for the sovereign’s health, it also underlined the future of this monarchy, as four generations stood side by side.

Interview - Leila McKinnon Doing it for the kids

Floods, a broken knee, homeschooling and the loss of significant family and friends has failed to dull the Australian Ninja Warrior co-host's lust for life.

Sam Neill - 'I'm writing a new chapter'

He might just be New Zealand's most famous export, his film and television projects as diverse as they are acclaimed. Yet, despite being in demand, Sam Neill's latest project is far closer to home.

Easy moves to beat back pain

There's practical stuff you can do at home to help case discomfort, says fitness guru Annie Deadman.

Ita - Believe in yourself

She's a national treasure with a thrilling zest for life that, at 80, is as irrepressible as ever. Here, Ita Buttrose reflects on the childhood that shaped her, the meaning of love and shares what she really thought when she was picked for Chair of the ABC.

MAGGIE'S WINTER STABLE

This month, pull up a seat as Maggie Beer shares her favourite warming winter meals, plus two stunning desserts showcasing the best of winter produce.

Girls can do anything

Beloved author and parenting expert Maggie Dent says girls deserve to be healthy, happy and heard.

HAPPY SAILING DAYS ARE HERE AGAIN!

Excitement is building as cruising gets back into full swing, bringing with it new experiences and new ports of call. Here's a selection of what passengers can look forward to.

Cooking class - Brown butter bliss

This month we give the classic pound cake a sweet and nutty twist, and show you step-by-step how to perfect brown butter.

BACK TO BILOELA at last

Meet Priya, Nades and their girls, the Sri Lankan family who, for four years, were shunted from pillar to post by the Australian government. And meet the Queensland country town that fought a David and Goliath battle to get them back.

What do these women have in common?

Housing crisis

Stranger danger

Ellis Gunn had survived a lot, including a violent past, and come out the other side tough and positive. But when she started being stalked by a stranger, her world unravelled.

The day my world changed

In 2018, Selma Blair learned the truth about the mysterious health issue she'd battled, along with alcoholism and depression, for decades. In an exclusive extract from Mean Baby, the actress relives the moment she was told she had MS and how it would change her life.

The Queen Devoted to your service

As Britain's longest-reigning monarch through good times and bad, Queen Elizabeth II has proved a role model for generations past, present and future.

The REAL story of the DRUG GRANNIES

The incredible tale of two American women who unwittingly became drug mules and were convicted and jailed in Australia.