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The March 15 Edition

In our cover story this week, musician Amy Shark talks about fame and film, as she prepares to star opposite Russell Crowe in her first movie role.

13 stories
Acne Studios jacket and pants. Alma Ines singlet.

Amy Shark is starring with Russell Crowe in her first film. His advice was very direct

Over the past decade, Amy Shark’s career has taken her from radio debutante to the Australian Idol judging table, and now, the movie set.

  • Myffy Rigby
Guy and Jules Sebastian at their Sydney home. She says, “Watching Guy go through this [legal battle] was the hardest thing.”

‘Some would say I handled it terribly’: Guy and Jules Sebastian on their biggest battle

Over several years, the couple have been through legal “mud” against Guy’s former friend and manager. This is the best advice they received.

  • Michael Lallo

As I turn 40, I’m letting go of perfectionism and choosing something else

When I began to accept ageing, I created more space for these positive values.

  • Jamila Rizvi
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Talking about death is a normal part of many cultures, but in the West we often take a more closed approach.

We live in a world of radical transparency. So why are we so bad at discussing this?

It took decades for us to become “body positive”. We need to take the same approach when talking about death.

  • Hannah Gould
Joe Camilleri married his first wife, Angela, when he was 20, but their marriage was marked by a huge loss.

Joe’s had five kids with three women. Now he doesn’t know how to ask a girl out

Life on the road with the Black Sorrows means musician Joe Camilleri “missed a lot of birthdays”.

  • Jane Rocca
Virginia Trioli is on a “buy nothing new” year, but has a hankering for finding vintage treasures.

Virginia Trioli thinks this hybrid style by Nike is the greatest shoe ever made

The ABC presenter and journalist stalks eBay for her favourite finds, and talks about her year of buying nothing new.

  • Georgie Gordon
Acne can appear anywhere on your body, but it’s most common on the back, chest and shoulders.

Your body skin is different to your face. Here’s how to treat it according to an expert

Plus, the five-minute shower challenge for a ritual that nourishes skin from neck to toe.

  • Stephanie Darling
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, guarantees both sanctuary and stunning views.

Butlers, private pools and volcanic mud baths: The side of Bali you’ve been missing

Discover the island’s most serene stays, where healing, hedonism and high design collide.

  • Paul Ewart
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A powerhouse breakfast needs this mix of ingredients, according to a dietitian

Author Bunny Banyai shares her day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos
Centre photograph courtesy of Sheridan.

The best cushions and throws to cuddle up as the weather cools

An autumn update calls for cushions, textured rugs and cosy throws in an array of caramel and chocolate tones.

  • Georgie Gordon
Hoisin chilli beef.
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Adam Liaw’s hoisin chilli beef

The sweetness of hoisin sauce is balanced with a kick of chilli in this simple stir-fry.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
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Egg and lettuce fried rice.
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Adam Liaw’s egg and lettuce fried rice

Iceberg lettuce still holds a lot of crunch after being stirred through this simple egg fried rice.

  • < 30 mins
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Pisces: this week is a great time for intimacy

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

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