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The April 5 Edition

In our Home and Design Special, we talk to gallerist, art collector and philanthropist Judith Neilson about creating a singular legacy.

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Lee Mathews “Clementine” shirt and “Tabi” pants. Stele sculpture by Liu Jianhua.

A 60-seat table and a staircase fit for a horse: Judith Neilson’s home is one of a kind

The 79-year-old billionaire art patron gives Jacqueline Maley a rare look inside for a frank conversation about legacy, philanthropy and her modest childhood.

  • Jacqueline Maley
Sheet Society’s Hayley and Andy Worley have tried banning work talk at home, but it isn’t always feasible.

The husband-and-wife team shaking up the solution to a common bedroom problem

Working with a spouse or sibling can seem like a challenging tightrope to walk, but not for these three design duos.

  • Kim Wilson
Kathy Lette: “OK, my body might be shrinking but my anecdotes are lengthening.”
  • Opinion

Party like it’s the end of the world? No thanks, I’d much rather do this instead

I was once the life of the party – now I am embracing another side.

  • Kathy Lette
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Château de La Roche-Joubert, the author’s home in France.

For the cost of a one-bedroom unit, we bought a French chateau. It’s a labour of love

We’ve been renovators since we got married. Our toughest project is also our most thrilling.

  • Lia Timson
Lily Mora met her husband, Jonny, while she was living in London in her 20s.

Before my grandfather, most Australians had never eaten steak cooked in this way

The granddaughter of Mirka and Georges Mora, curator Lily Mora was 25, single and living in London, when meeting her husband forced her to change her plans.

  • Jane Rocca
Le Sirenuse, a hotel on the Amalfi Coast, is a favourite of interior designer Nina Maya.

Before you renovate, visit these destinations for the best in design inspiration

From the monastic minimalism of Japan to the maximalist magnificence of the Amalfi Coast, travel gives interior designers a “different take on reality”.

  • Elana Castle
Kerrie-Ann Jones is a big fan of black slides, and owns several pairs.

Need texture for your winter wardrobe? This ‘timeless’ trend will make you feel good

Plus interior stylist Kerrie-Ann Jones names the best place to buy oversized T-shirts.

  • Georgie Gordon

These fragrances are pricey, but they’re practically works of art

The beauty products that work just as well as they look.

  • Stephanie Darling
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The pizza ingredient a dietitian wants you to leave off (hint: it’s not pineapple)

Architect and designer Jason Gibney shares his day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos
Centre photograph courtesy of Cadrys’ Steve Cordony collection

French Provincial interiors are having a moment. Here’s how to make them look modern

For a contemporary take on French provincial style think soft tones, well-crafted pieces and a touch of rustic appeal.

  • Georgie Gordon
Adam Liaw's easy roast chicken with butter and thyme.
EASY

Adam Liaw’s easy roast chicken with butter, garlic and thyme

Butterflying a chicken when roasting is a no-brainer. It cooks faster, is juicier and the skin browns more evenly.

  • 1-2 hrs
  • Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw's fried egg salad.
EASY

Fried egg salad with honey mustard dressing

Why should boiled eggs have all the fun? Eggs fried in extra virgin olive oil make for a great centrepiece in this simple salad.

  • < 30 mins
  • Adam Liaw
SL 28/24 horoscope illo

Aries: You catch more flies with honey than vinegar

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

  • Hedy Damari

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