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The April 12 Edition

In our cover story this week, we talk to content creator Olivia Molly Rogers about love, the pressures of internet fame, and her biggest role yet.

13 stories
Zimmermann “Luna Fanned Maxi” dress.

Olivia Molly Rogers, in love again and pregnant: ‘I didn’t think that would ever be me’

After her divorce at 30, the 34-year-old content creator and podcast host struggled to see love in her future. Then, on a random night out, she met Hugo.

  • Melissa Singer
Sarah Macdonald: “I’m lucky my mum is still alive,
and sometimes dancing herself, but
most days there are appointments,
organisation, bureaucracy and admin.”

Sarah Macdonald never asked to join this club. After 10 years, this is what she’s learnt

“It’s been decades since I’ve been squished between people celebrating youth and freedom. Now I’m sandwiched between layers of responsibility.”

  • Sarah Macdonald

Trying to get the perfect photo? You are ruining the world for the rest of us

Beware the “main character energy” people, they could be trying to pull you into their web.

  • Wendy Squires
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Kim Wilson and her husband, Damon Johnston, on their wedding day in 2000.

After 25 years and three kids, a trip helped me remember this about my husband

In a panic, I packed this item for our anniversary trip. Thankfully, it stayed unopened.

  • Kim Wilson
David O’Doherty met his first girlfriend at university, and they dated for “three tempestuous years”.

At 18, I met my celebrity crush. Our first real-life encounter involved her telling me off

Comedian David O’Doherty also dated Irish singer Lisa Hannigan. The week they broke up, a song she wrote about him topped the charts in Italy.

  • Jane Rocca
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 11: Prabal Gurung attends the Public School fashion show during New York Fashion Week at Storied NYC on February 11, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

If you want to impress this celebrity designer, don’t wear this outfit on a plane

Prabal Gurung, who once worked for a fashion house with links to Jackie O, also has these rules for dressing for a first date.

  • Georgie Gordon
Susan Yara: “t is my religion to do my skincare routine at night no matter how tired I am.”

This beauty mogul sold her brand for $514 million. Here’s what’s in her make-up bag

Susan Yara, founder of skincare brand Naturium, shares all her beauty tips.

  • Stephanie Darling
Quasi, by Ronnie van Hout, on a waterfront rooftop at Dark Mofo 2025.

To get the most out of this music pilgrimage, be sure to pack a ‘Tassie tuxedo’

If you like your music heavy and don’t mind the cold, this is the perfect winter escape.

  • Jane Rocca
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Are egg whites enough for a post-workout meal? A dietitian breaks it down

Restaurateur Ibrahim (Ibby) Moubadder shares his day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos

A good night’s sleep begins with these relaxation-inducing accessories

Bedroom basics for a serene space, from a luxe duvet to autumn-appropriate sleepwear and a chic carafe.

  • Georgie Gordon
Creamy salmon linguine.
EASY

Adam Liaw’s creamy salmon linguine

This pasta dish can be made even simpler by using tinned salmon.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Adam Liaw
Butterscotch and pecan banana splits.
EASY

Adam Liaw’s butterscotch and pecan banana splits

Best shared between two, this playful dessert shows a bit more restraint than the classic multicoloured banana split.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Adam Liaw
SL 28/24 horoscope illo

Aries: Don’t waste time on people and situations that no longer work

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

  • Hedy Damari

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