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The April 19 Edition

In our cover story this week, we talk to actress Lisa Kudrow about coming full circle, trusting her comedic instincts and her most personal project to date.

13 stories
Lisa Kudrow: “I’m always speaking up and saying something when I should keep my mouth shut.”

Lisa Kudrow lost her job days before her big break. It was the best thing to happen to her

As the final season of The Comeback hits screens, the 62-year-old actor talks about sliding doors moments, and the note from Matthew Perry she will always treasure.

  • Michael Lallo
We talk about “picking up the pieces” after a crisis, but it’s not always simple.

Homeless at 58, my new neighbours included an ex-con and a recluse. Then there was Darren

Julianne didn’t realise how rough some people had it, until she suddenly found herself among them.

  • Julianne O'Brien

The three little words helping me to make the most of every moment

On my hardest days, these words answer my mean inner critic.

  • Jo Stanley
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Why are we sometimes envious even of things we don’t actually want?

I don’t even like my friends’ house that much. So why do I feel so envious of them?

Some negative emotions seem to get more intense as we age. A friend once told me to do this when they rear their head. It’s been good advice.

  • Mercedes Mercier
Matteo Bocelli is in a relationship but prefers to keep the details private.

‘I was never a playboy’: Why Matteo Bocelli never traded on his famous name for love

Some would say the son of Andrea Bocelli was born to make music. But initially, his famous father had other ideas.

  • Jane Rocca
Flying long-haul? A scarf sprayed with your favourite scent acts as both an odour-blocker, and a blanket when it gets cold.

Flying long-haul can get a little on the nose. Next time, try this easy fashion trick

Paris-based hair stylist David Mallett also opens his closet to reveal brothel creepers and bondage trousers among his favourite pieces.

  • Georgie Gordon
Shaggy bohemian fringes with a “grown out” feel on the Chloé Fall/Winter 2026 runway.

Ready for a fringe? Be inspired by the latest celebrity and catwalk takes

Whether wispy, side-swept, choppy or bottleneck, fringes are back – and here to stay.

  • Stephanie Darling

Kathy Lette wanted a trip to make her feel young again. Here’s where she went

If you’re considering Europe when the world settles down, this is the cruise you’ll need.

  • Kathy Lette
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The problem with ready-to-eat breakfast bars, according to a dietitian

Lauren Jumps shares her day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos

Why animal print and velour are making a high-octane return to our living rooms

For a high-energy, retro aesthetic with party vibes, combine cool colours, brushed metal and textured accessories.

  • Georgie Gordon
Chicken provencal.
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Adam Liaw’s new crowd-pleasing one-pan chicken couldn’t be simpler

The olive oil-rich food of Provence is often reminiscent of Spanish or Italian flavours. This crowd-pleasing one-pan chicken couldn’t be simpler.

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  • Adam Liaw
Normandy apple tart.
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Adam Liaw’s Normandy apple tart

This apple and custard tart has a certain elegance in its simplicity: sweet shortcrust, a mix and pour sour cream custard, and tart Granny Smith apples topped with a crunch of demerara sugar.

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  • Adam Liaw
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Aries: It won’t be as scary as you think

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

  • Hedy Damari

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In our cover story, Heather Mitchell pulls back the curtain on her storied 40-year career, and explains why a ‘messy’ life has been key to her success.

  • 12 stories

The June 7 Edition

In our cover story, Zan Rowe opens up about embracing things that scare her, and how she gave a great love a second chance.

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