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Cruise control
The Australian Women's Weekly

Cruise control

When Pat and the MOTH head off on an adventure, the kids write a to-do list to be checked twice!

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2 mins  |
August 2023
The place where mothers rule
The Australian Women's Weekly

The place where mothers rule

In the far north-east of India, a market created and run exclusively by women has become a haven for mothers and children, an economic boon for the community and a formidable political force.

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4 mins  |
August 2023
The power of connection
The Australian Women's Weekly

The power of connection

Relationships shift and change as we walk through life, but maintaining friendships and making new connections is vital for our wellbeing.

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5 mins  |
August 2023
Money matters with Effie
The Australian Women's Weekly

Money matters with Effie

When you were young, your parents probably sat you down for the \"birds and the bees\" lalk. If your parents are getting older it may be time to sit them down for an equally awkward conversation: Money.

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4 mins  |
August 2023
Spotlight on Canberra
The Australian Women's Weekly

Spotlight on Canberra

No matter what the season, the national capital has an alluring energy, from floral displays to art.

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1 min  |
August 2023
Otherworldly wonder
The Australian Women's Weekly

Otherworldly wonder

If you're looking for a destination that's unlike any other, the magnificent Flinders Ranges in South Australia are the answer.

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3 mins  |
August 2023
Cooking for one
The Australian Women's Weekly

Cooking for one

This tasty stir-fry is great if you're watching your carb intake. For a more substantial meal add noodles or steamed rice.

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1 min  |
August 2023
No fuss one-pan dinners
The Australian Women's Weekly

No fuss one-pan dinners

Midweek cooking needs to be effortless and these three simple recipes require minimal preparation yet the results are tasty and satisfying.

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2 mins  |
August 2023
How to HACK YOUR PREHISTORIC BRAIN
The Australian Women's Weekly

How to HACK YOUR PREHISTORIC BRAIN

Ever wondered why it’s so hard to walk past your favourite ice-cream parlour or resist an online sale? Human brains weren’t built for the 21st century. But there is a solution ...

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8 mins  |
August 2023
LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAITHFUL
The Australian Women's Weekly

LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAITHFUL

As the scandal-plagued Hillsong Church lurches through another annus horribilis, founding members have thrown up their hands and walked away.

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10 mins  |
August 2023
The LAST WAVE
The Australian Women's Weekly

The LAST WAVE

When Aussie surf star Owen Wright suffered concussion and a brain haemorrhage in 2015, few people thought he’d surf again, let alone win an Olympic medal. And he might not have if his family hadn’t helped him through.

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10+ mins  |
August 2023
Meet the real SAM KERR
The Australian Women's Weekly

Meet the real SAM KERR

She's as notorious for her attitude to privacy off the pitch as she is for her skill on it. But when The Weekly lands an interview with hard-to-pin-down Sam Kerr ahead of the FIFA Women's World Cup, the soccer sensation reveals the reason why she believes silence is golden.

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8 mins  |
August 2023
A golden age
The Australian Women's Weekly

A golden age

At 50, Marta Dusseldorp is glowing with creativity. Motherhood, she says, has made her a better actor while moving to Tasmania has sparked her greatest challenge yet.

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10 mins  |
August 2023
Princess Catherine's family values
The Australian Women's Weekly

Princess Catherine's family values

Protecting her children from the potentially damaging slings and arrows of royal life comes first for the new Princess of Wales, whose popularity is soaring as she focuses on nurturing under-fives, despite criticism from online trolls.

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8 mins  |
August 2023
Royal insider
The Australian Women's Weekly

Royal insider

As The Weekly’s royal correspondent and books editor, it doesn’t get better than an invite to Queen Camilla’s inaugural literary festival at Hampton Court Palace.

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4 mins  |
August 2023
Fostering a happy home
The Australian Women's Weekly

Fostering a happy home

There are nightmare stories around welcoming a foster child into your home and it's deterred many potential carers. But, says one happy family, with the right support, a wonderful and enriching relationship can begin.

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2 mins  |
August 2023
Spotlight on Kyushu Island
The Australian Women's Weekly

Spotlight on Kyushu Island

Stunning scenery, unique dining and hot springs aplenty in Japan.

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1 min  |
July 2023
Life's a beach
The Australian Women's Weekly

Life's a beach

Vietnam is renowned for its rich history, buzzing cities, natural beauty and unique cuisine. But it’s also becoming an alluring destination for luxury resort stays.

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3 mins  |
July 2023
Money matters with Effie
The Australian Women's Weekly

Money matters with Effie

With rising interest rates making mortgage stress surge, there are some things you can do to take the financial pressure down. Here are a few options that may help ease the burden.

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5 mins  |
July 2023
Home sweet home with Wendy Moore
The Australian Women's Weekly

Home sweet home with Wendy Moore

As a self-confessed Francophile, kitchen designer Dominique McAdam’s home is packed with clever ideas to steal, and you don’t need to head to France to get the look – although, let’s be honest, it couldn’t hurt!

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3 mins  |
July 2023
Sidekicks
The Australian Women's Weekly

Sidekicks

Crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, these cheesy potatoes are just the ticket to take your next roast or barbecue to a new level.

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1 min  |
July 2023
Cooking for one
The Australian Women's Weekly

Cooking for one

If you’re craving a spicy warming dinner, this simple yet satisfying Thai curry will do the trick.

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1 min  |
July 2023
From my kitchen - Charlotte Ree
The Australian Women's Weekly

From my kitchen - Charlotte Ree

Learning to cook proved a journey of self-discovery and healing for Charlotte.

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2 mins  |
July 2023
Dive into forest bathing
The Australian Women's Weekly

Dive into forest bathing

Shinrin-yoku – or forest bathing – is a mindfulness practice that emerged in Japan in the 1980s, but which science now says is good for body, mind and soul.

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3 mins  |
July 2023
How to cut friends who are bad for your health
The Australian Women's Weekly

How to cut friends who are bad for your health

Culling a friendship can feel brutal, so how do you know when to call time on pals who aren’t good for you?

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3 mins  |
July 2023
Change of heart
The Australian Women's Weekly

Change of heart

Nearly three times as many women die of heart disease than breast cancer and 10 are lost every day to heart attacks. Do you know the signs?

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6 mins  |
July 2023
Seeing RED
The Australian Women's Weekly

Seeing RED

Lipstick has the power to lift our mood and this season we’re reaching for red.

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3 mins  |
July 2023
The fundamentals of fun
The Australian Women's Weekly

The fundamentals of fun

In a world full of stressors, we’re all trying to get more sleep, more vitamins and more exercise to put a spring in our step. But what if the answer lay in a simple – and much undervalued – three-letter word?

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9 mins  |
July 2023
"I saved my baby. Then he saved me."
The Australian Women's Weekly

"I saved my baby. Then he saved me."

In the aftermath of a horrific car crash Bek Bishop discovered she was pregnant. Doctors suggested she terminate the pregnancy due to her injuries, but Bek refused. Her son, Harry, became her reason to fight.

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5 mins  |
July 2023
Where life imitates art
The Australian Women's Weekly

Where life imitates art

A fun TV drama series about young girls training to be geisha in contemporary Japan has become a surprise global hit. But do Kyoto’s maiko houses, where teens leave their mobile phones at the door to become apprentices in a classical art form, really still exist?

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5 mins  |
July 2023