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BULL SHARKS BITE BACK

Bond University have stormed from third on the ladder to claim the 2026 QAFLW premiership, upsetting Southport 6.4 (40) to 3.4 (22) in a commanding grand final display at Brighton Homes Arena on Sunday. In front of a vocal travelling Bull Sharks crowd...

Colbo can’t be stopped

It wasn’t the type of cakewalk that had defined the past two years of Colbinabbin A-grade netball, but the Grasshoppers continued to find a way to win on Heathcote District Football Netball League grand final day. Colbo was pushed as hard as it had...

Blunt message sent

The crumbling road network and taxes and regulations top the list of frustrations for northern Victorian farmers, according to the latest VFF farmer survey. The VFF says nine in 10 farmers do not believe the Victorian Government understands local...

NO DUE DATE FOR REVIEW

Queensland’s Department of Health has withheld the full Toowoomba Hospital maternity review, releasing only a summary despite findings of incomplete reforms and serious patient complaints. The Toowoomba Hospital Maternity Assurance Review was...

When only the best will do

Style, modern design and energy e ciency are the hallmarks of this brand new, three bedroom home, located inthe desirable Emberwood Estate Warragul. An on-trend interior features a cool white colour palette with white trim, teamed with warm timber...

THE REAL KNOCKOUTS

A young Machans Beach boxing gym has claimed gold and silver at Australia’s largest amateur tournament, competing against more than 900 fighters from six nations. Evolve Boxing and Fitness fighters Montana Morris, Amosa Leaupepe and Cohan Lockett...

SCALES OF INJUSTICE

A Blowhole staple is set to be given the boot by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife after nearly three decades of operation, with its “blindsided” owners left with “no outcome as to the real reasons why”. Popular Eaglehawk Neck seafood and ice cream spot...

Pretty Pine’s entertainment extravaganza

The Pretty Pine Father’s Day Market and Expo once again proved a major success, attracting families from across the region for a day packed with entertainment, competition and community spirit. Held at the Pretty Pine Recreation Reserve on Sunday, the...

Carroll Smith Pt2

The remarkable 1977 barnstorming season with Moffat: how it came together under Smith’s direction, and how it almost fell apart on the eve of the Bathurst 1000

KEEP THE TROPHY IN OUEENSLAND

The NRL trophy is staying in Brisbane – if Tom Gilbert and his Dolphins have anything to do with it. The Broncos put in the worst title defence in 118 years, crashing out of contention and leaving the Dolphins to fly the finals flag in The River...

Spotlight on taxpayer grant as Hanson insists ice allegations a ‘personal matter’

One Nation’s frontman in Victoria, Warren Pickering, was ordered to repay $13,500 of a first homeowner grant, raising further doubt about his capacity to lead the party to November’s state election. The revelation will intensify pressure on Mr...

FIGHT TO THE FINISH

Move over Penrith, there is a new premiership force in town – the New Zealand Warriors. After claiming their fourth minor premiership in seven years, the Panthers have been usurped as the most feared team in the NRL finals among their peers. That...

BORDER FORCE SWOOP

Australian Border Force has raided two Territory car yards, a petrol station, a residential property and eight retail outlets, including tobacconists, convenience and gift stores, clothing stores, grocers and motor dealerships across Darwin and...

MARVELLOUS MELBOURNE

Our city’s sports lovers are catching spring fever, with Friday’s historic NFL clash at the MCG kicking off a six-month long sporting extravaganza that will include the AFL finals, Spring Racing Carnival, Boxing Day Test, Australian Open golf and...

FAT JABS FOR KILLER COOK

Triple murderer and infamous mushroom cook Erin Patterson is receiving taxpayer-funded Ozempic as she serves life behind bars.

One Nation says renters and mortgage holders should have early access to their super. Is it a good idea?

One Nation wants to let renters and mortgage holders take money from their superannuation to boost their pay packets. The super industry says it would be “economically disastrous” and stoke inflation and both Labor and the Liberal party have said they...

When only the best will do

Style, modern design and energy e ciency are the hallmarks of this brand new, three bedroom home, located inthe desirable Emberwood Estate Warragul. An on-trend interior features a cool white colour palette with white trim, teamed with warm timber...

Algorithm ban ‘risk to online trade’

Leading tech entrepreneurs have warned that government plans to force social media platforms to remove the algorithms that drive users’ feeds would fail to stop people being exposed to misogynistic, violent or other harmful content and be disastrous...

Bank of Pauline

One Nation publicly reported racking up $400,000 in debts to its leader and financial backer Pauline Hanson over the past decade without corresponding records to show she had lent the money in the first place. A tally of known payments by Hanson plus...

CHUGGING FOR COVER

A meth-fuelled driver armed with three knives tried to skol an iced coffee to fool cops but walked free from court despite a vile campaign of domestic abuse. Nicholas Donald Nowlan pleaded guilty in the Ingham Magistrates Court to eight charges,...

BIG THINGS BREWING IN OUR CITY CENTRE

Geelong’s hospitality scene will soon welcome a major Melbourne player, bringing with it a mechanical bull that’s currently in transit from Texas. Moon Dog has signed a long lease for the former home of Geelong Hotel on Yarra St, with early December...

Showdowns set

The Picola and District League’s grand final picture is complete, with Waaia and Katamatite advancing to the senior football decider following contrasting preliminary final victories. Waaia was the first side to punch its ticket, producing a...

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THIS WEEK IN… New Idea

In this week’s issue, we celebrate friendship. Heather Mitchell, the star of new Paramount+ series Dalliance tells us the loss of her close friend, actor Sam Neill, earlier this year has inspired her recent pledge to prioritise time with her nearest...

$15,000 MEGA crossword!

Across 2 Student 5 Wobbly dessert 9 As well 10 The Help actress: – Stone 11 Toothed wheel 12 Tempt 13 Cool season 14 The second longest river in the world (Picture A) 17 Commence, begin 19 Bullseye: aim at the – 23 Popular Aussie bread...

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ADVENTURE BIKE OUTBACK BLAST

GALLY’S GALLOP: HEADING FOR THE RED CENTRE OF OZ WITH AN MX LEGEND THE LAST FRONTIER: A TRIP TO THE HIMALAYAS TEARS THE MAD-TV TEAM APART FORTUNE FAVOURS THE BRAVE: VIETNAM ADVENTURE TRAIL RIDE OF A LIFETIME RED ROCK GOLD: HUNTING FOR ROADRUNNERS IN...

OBJET D’ART

In an abandoned former factory designed by Gustave Eiffel’s studio, Sceners Gallery is reshaping the framework of the contemporary city gallery

Letter from the Ed

Team tl! love anything dog-related, so this week’s tale of Jennifer, 16, from Darwin, and her pup Bella (page 58) melted our hearts. Not only is Jennifer Australia’s youngest female pilot, but she also took her golden retriever Bella with her on the...

HAMEL TIME

IN HIS LATEST PROJECT, THE SYDNEY DESIGNER HAS CREATED BESPOKE ROUND TABLE SETTINGS WITH ELEGANTLY UPHOLSTERED OTTOMANS.

AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC NATURE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

See the photos that won overall and in each category, and hear thoughts from the judges and talented photographers.

It´s time to put menopause front and centre.

Talking openly about menopause helps shift outdated thinking, which opens the door to better care and support, so women have the confidence to take charge of their health. YOU CAN HELP OWN THE CONVERSATION AROUND MENOPAUSE BY: SPEAKING UP ON YOUR...

Quiz: Are you addicted to your techno gadgets?

Tech Overload Whoa, you and your gadgets are pretty much BFFs! While it’s fine to love your tech, make sure you give yourself a break sometimes. Put your gadgets down, head outside, hang out with your friends and enjoy some screen-free time! Wired...

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DATE WITH AN INMATE

A woman has managed to slip into a Northern Territory correctional facility undetected and mingle with male inmates for hours in an embarrassing blunder. The Sunday Territorian can reveal the woman in her 20s, who is understood to have been dressed in...

Look what's inside...

Many twins speak of their loving bond and how alike they are. The Block’s Tayla and her twin sister Shannen have a very different relationship – and it’s pretty fiery! Associate Editor Wade caught up with the feisty duo – and had to break up an...

52 CRISIS CALLS A DAY

Police are responding to 52.3 domestic violence calls for help across the Cairns region each day, as a Far North domestic violence service says demand at its doors has never been higher. Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service chief executive Sandra...

Big dream Project springs to life

When the Makin family moved into a hectare home in rural Howard Springs, they knew they were going to renovate it – but did not think it would turn into a seven-year labour of love. Owner Megan Makin said she and her husband found the five-bedroom...

FRANCES WHITING

Look, I don’t know about you, but when I was young, I spent an inordinate amount of time worrying that I was going to be swallowed by quicksand. And when I say worrying, I mean that when I went on walks along a beach or in the bush, I would scan the...

“I did spend far too much time in my childhood worrying”

Look, I don’t know about you, but when I was young, I spent an inordinate amount of time worrying that I was going to be swallowed by quicksand. And when I say worrying, I mean that when I went on walks along a beach or in the bush, I would scan the...

Canberra takes on water

Crew members and police were at the scene on Thursday, attempting to salvage the sinking PS Canberra. The historic paddlesteamer struck a submerged log, causing it to start sinking. Locals gathered on both sides of the river as crew members attempted...

Amarok and roll performance

You have to feel for anyone releasing a ute in Australia right now. In an ocean of big, blokey dual cabs, how can one possibly stand out? The market is so crowded, it’s impossible to cut through the noise. Most manufacturers are trying to compete on...

Downsizer market grows

Patrick McNamee’s earliest involvement in his family’s property development business was an after-school job mowing lawns at a townhouse project in Cherrybrook. Now he is in charge of Vermont Property Group and has launched The Henry, a $205m boutique...

Hoax of an inquiry

It is now clear that the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, designed to investigate the horrific Bondi massacre, is a cruel hoax played upon the Jewish communities of Australia by a cynical, cowardly and thoroughly shameless Labor...

Inaugural creative spectacular to highlight South Dubbo’s artist in residence success

“ARS gratia Artis” – art for art’s sake – as the old Latin phrase goes, is a universal truth that is definitely going to be on show at Dubbo South Public School’s upcoming Artist in Residence Showcase event. Entitled “Trailblazing Creativity in the...

Anchored in legacy.

Designed by MHN Design Union, with interiors by globally recognised 1508 London, 55 William is positioned just 200 metres from Double Bay’s water’s edge and village centre. Spacious, light-filled interiors with expansive ceiling heights are paired...

RBA hike tipped while lenders cut rates

Mortgage lenders are cutting rates to fight for customers even as three major banks now expect another RBA hike this year. National Australia Bank has become the latest major to change its cash rate forecast, tipping a 0.25 percentage point increase at...

THE MIGHTY WEST:

With the Western Bulldogs to play the Adelaide Crows in an elimination final on Saturday night, towns across the region are set to become stop-off points for thousands of AFL fans driving to and from South Australia. Horsham – the home town of Bulldogs...

Taking healthy steps

Cobram Community House is marking Women’s Health Week with a special walk and morning tea. Its weekly walking group will be heading off on a leisurely stroll from 9.15am on Tuesday, September 8. The walk will set off from Cobram Community House and...

Toolbox is full of career ideas

Benalla P-12 College students had an opportunity to be inspired and learn more about employment pathways at a special expo on Thursday, August 27. The Tradies Toolbox Roadshow, organised by NE Tracks LLEN with the support of several sponsors, arranged...

AIMing high together

A spirited rendition of Dolly Parton’s classic 9 to 5 filled the Willow Room last Friday morning as women of all ages, from across the region, gathered for breakfast. The Yarrawonga Mulwala AIM Breakfasts are now in their 11 th year, bringing women...

CHRIS SALVATORE

When Scorch Marks — his new aSocalySWic survival horror film — releases OcWober 1, Chris Salvatore hopes fans feel like Whey’re meeWing him again for Whe firsW Wime. "A loW of my fans have been wiWh me since EaWing OuW, which was such a fun and...

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY

Chris Drum stands in a crop on his farm at Banyena in the Wimmera, where strong seasonal conditions have set up one of the best years he has seen in decades.

Vigilance vital

Campaspe police have urged residents to help prevent crime and improve community safety during a Neighbourhood Policing Forum at the Echuca Workers Club on August 26. The forum gave residents a direct voice on local concerns, with police and community...

Tragic life of the P.S. Corowa

The paddle steamer spent almost six decades hauling cargo up and down one of the largest river systems in the world before meeting an end as tragic as her beginning. She now forms part of the South Australian River Boat Trail as a partially exposed...

Surprise Personality honour for Anne

Anne Hawkins has become the 23rd Finley Show Personality, and was presented with the prestigious medallion at the weekend. At the end of Sunday’s church service, her friend and Finley Show committee member David Webb surprised her in front of the...

Decades of devotion

After 60 years of marriage, Vin and Alicia Hall can still recall the moment they first met as though it was just yesterday. “It was 1962, late September, at a deb ball here in Seymour,” Mr Hall said. “Alice had come down with a couple of other girls...

The great outdoors

Outdoor learning and the power of school camp remain paramount even as cost of living concerns and parental anxiety bite

Creative Process

Interior designer Peter Mikic on the boldly luxurious Faena New York hotel

ON THE COVER

Kylie Minogue wears a CONNER IVES T-shirt. CHANEL sunglasses, from the Chanel boutiques. VAN CLEEF & ARPELS necklace. Stylist: Christine Centenera Photographer: Lachlan Bailey Hair: Christian Vermaak Make-up: Lynsey Alexander Manicure: Adam Slee...

Editors letter

As you read our first edition we hope there are some surprises in here for you. There are crazy cats, jungle animals, mixed media and techniques for you to try. Whether you are a beginner or advanced papercrafter, there is something in here for...

You Can Make Your Own Sock Monkey! A perfect gift for children.

The timeless Sock Monkey children’s toy has that snugglesome comfort that children crave. Children love to talk to them, pose them, photograph them, have tea with them and take them to bed. Sock Monkey will never divulge your secrets and always be...

Secure Online Shopping

We’ve decided 2011 is a perfect time to have a new look shop with a new pricing structure. Call in to the shop to have a look and we are sure you will be pleasantly surprised. We now have a large dedicated wholesale area where you will be able to buy...

Editor's Letter

Well, what a wild trip it’s been so far to get to this point on the path. This first ‘Drawing with Brett A. Jones’ annual is a compilation of some literary meanderings on the subject of freehand fine art drawing I have had the privilege of having had...

From the Editor

The team have worked hard to bring you the best of projects, profiles, a historical feature, plus the latest news in fabrics, books and quilting trends. The stunning projects, rated from easy to difficult, will truly inspire you to take needle to...

Paul’s verdict: How can I make the best financial decisions for my family?

Hi Paul, I hope you’re doing well. I’d appreciate your guidance on my long-term investment strategy and would like your opinion on the best way to allocate our surplus money. I am 38, my wife is 34, we have no car loans and one credit card with a...

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KZHQ HEY K-ZONERS!

Hey K-Zoners! Welcome to our epic October issue! Our 310th! Say what? Wow! What a ride so far! This issue we celebrate 30 years of Pokémon, check out the latest from the WWE, throw in some jokes, review some epic toys, check out another world wonder,...

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COALATA WHAT'S NEXT FOR SOUTH32?

In May 2015, BHP (ASX: BHP) completed the demerger of 22 of its non-core assets into a brand-new company. South32 (ASX: S32) instantly became Australia’s third-largest listed miner, debuting on the ASX at a market value of more than $11b. Since its...

CAKE HACKS RECIPE BOOK

RAINBOW CAKE Preparation time 1 hour Serves 12 EQUIPMENT 30cm round cake board CAKE 1 1/2 x 400g tubs vanilla frosting Blue gel food colouring 2 x 460g packaged double unfilled sponge cake rounds DECORATIONS 1/2 cup rainbow star sprinkles 1...

CONVERSION CHART

MEASURES One Australian metric measuring cup holds approximately 250ml; one Australian metric tablespoon holds 20ml; one Australian metric teaspoon holds 5ml. The difference between one country’s measuring cups and another’s is within a two- or...

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Nice new tech

We’re not going to dwell on high prices again this month. But I will say that if you want to treat yourself to an upgrade there are still plenty of good options. Monitors are getting better with every new release, and they haven’t been hit by price...

Custom P ado

Owen Line was suitably proud of his well-built Toyota Fortuner. The family-friendly wagon was modified to the point that it surprised many with its ability on rocky tracks, but when it was time to upgrade to something new, Toyota had discontinued the...

BREAKING THE CURSE

After nearly three decades of US supremacy, Geoff Ogilvy believes the balance is shifting. In exclusive interviews, both Presidents Cup captains explain why Medinah could be the Internationals’ longawaited breakthrough.

YAMAHA NX-70A

Our third all-in-one is clearly actually an all-in-two — stereo wireless streaming speakers from Yamaha. Two boxes, but the simplicity of the solution is the same: no extended system required, because the speakers contain both amplification and a...

BIG IS BEAUTIFUL

Stoked pools take everything you love about a spa, with more room to breathe. Ranging from 2.5m to 6m, our pools transform decks, courtyards, and gardens into spaces designed to feel like a backyard retreat. With the ability to cool off or warm up,...

GOING WITH THE GRAIN

Tkit.chen, imber has always been the backbone of a beautiful but real timber comes with real trade-offs: colour variation, grain inconsistency and a maintenance routine that doesn’t always suit modern life. Enter kaboodle’s timber-look woodgrain range,...

“ASTROLOGY IS ASTRONOMY BROUGHT DOWN TO EARTH AND APPLIED TO THE AFFAIRS OF MEN.”

– RALPH WALDO EMERSON

COVERLOOK

Anne Hathaway wears Balenciaga jacket and Bvlgari earrings and necklace. Photographer Inez & Vinoodh/Trunk Archive. Stylist Beat Bolliger. Hair Orlando Pita for Orlo Salon. Makeup Fulvia Farolfi for Chanel. Production VLM Productions & Vinoodh.

Slow-cooked lamb shoulder in milk

Chef Ewen Crawford shares recipes from Bistro Livi, in Murwillumbah, NSW.

BROADCAST

IHAVE an uncontrollable habit of developing an intense interest in a particular subject, then researching it like a man possessed until I know absolutely everything there is to know about it. It’s probably something I should go and see someone about,...

GYM BROS

Not long ago, working out meant one thing: going to the gym, lifting some weights, maybe running a mile. That was it. Fast forward to today, and fitness isn’t just exercise — it’s identity, culture, and currency. From CrossFit boxes to boutique...

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Worker wellbeing

Those working in aged care, says its strongly related to their capability and capacity to provide excellent care

WILL VIDEO SAVE PHOTOGRAPHY?

The old Chinese curse which states “May you live in interesting times” seems particularly apt right now. Apparently, the saying isn’t Chinese in origin at all, but that doesn’t really matter because the idea of a period of uncertainty, instability and...

Make Ahead Meals

Cooking for one? It’s worth taking the time to batch make a few dishes in preparation for those days when food prep is not an option. You’ll love these satisfying recipes, just heat and eat

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Milestone Memories

There is a distinct, universally recognised sound that occurs when a person realises they are staring down the barrel of a birthday ending in a zero. It’s a sort of sharp, involuntary intake of breath, usually followed by a frantic mental calculation...

Explore Together

This magazine has been designed to inspire meaningful interactions between caregivers and young learners, helping you discover the world side by side – both on the pages and off. Research shows that shared moments are crucial for children’s...

BRILLIANT BEARS!

Meet the world’s eight species of bear – which one’s your fave?

Editor’s Letter

September is my favourite month of the year – it’s a time when we exit our winter hibernation, the flowers are blooming and spring is in the air. It’s also my birthday month (and apparently the most common month for individual birthdays), and this year...

PRS SE Ed Sheeran Hollowbody I Piezo Baritone

A Guide To DAW Sample Buffers Recording With INXS KRK V4S5 Studio monitors Fender John Osborne Telecaster Epiphone Futura RD Custom Ibanez Iron Label AZ41B1 PRS SE Ed Sheeran Hollowbody I Piezo Baritone EVH 5150 III Hypersonic 6L6 2x12 Cort GB-Short...

Lucille Ball

In 1935, a young Lucille Ball appeared in the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers film, Top Hat, as a flower shop girl. She had two lines, five words in total, and was turned away from the camera for much of her scene. With bright, platinum blonde hair, she...

Peka Pleno Maxi Plus Pull-Out Unit.

Contemporary kitchens need smarter storage. Pleno Maxi Plus maximises space, enhances access, and elevates design.

EMBRYONIC EARTH

New evidence confirms the theory that a Mars-sized planet crashed into the early Earth – and researchers now have a piece of our embryonic planet.

Artichoke

An artichoke is a flower that never got to bloom. Its tightly furled bud is harvested before it opens, which is why it looks the way it does: layered, armoured, completely unlike anything else at the market. Most people have walked past one without...

OUR COVER

ON THE COVER With Jenn’s dedication to finding Facebook Marketplace gems and Ryley’s plumbing skills, the duo created a rustic, comfortable space on the Mid North Coast of NSW that is both beautiful and economical. Quirky pieces include old timber bar...

Top spot

The University of NSW (UNSW) is now Australia’s best university, according to the QS World University Rankings 2027, as it claimed the top spot in the nation for the first time. UNSW placed first in Australia and 19th in the world out of 1504...

The best of CREATIVE SPACES

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One of the most common questions we receive at frankie is: “How do you choose which stories to tell?”

It’s a tough one to answer because, honestly, there are a million things we think about when putting a new issue together, but here are just a few. Sometimes we tell a story just for the fun of it – the topic sparked our curiosity and down the...

Yitpi Yartapuultiku Aboriginal Cultural Centre by Ashley Halliday Architects and Wax Design

UPON ARRIVAL AT YITPI YARTAPUULTIKU, one is met by an expansive 4.9-hectare riverside cultural landscape within which sits a purposeful, resilient corrugated steelclad building. This robust outer shell encloses an inner skin clad in spotted gum, with...

Drawing Inspiration - Nola Clark

STEP ONE Pencil drawing in sketch book. STEP TWO Using carbon paper, I transferred the drawing onto cream coloured velour paper, then drew over the outlines with “willow charcoal” followed by a paper stump (lightly dragged over the lines) to set the...

The investment banker who found his mission at Kumon

Former financier harnesses his passion for the brand as a franchisee.

Winter has a way of inviting us to slow down.

And as busy women juggling multiple roles, multiple responsibilities and multiple people relying on us, I encourage us all to warmly accept that invitation. Because if not now… when? You know you need it. You’ve needed it for weeks. Months. Maybe...

The 3 key nutrients you’re likely missing

Most of us assume that if we’re eating reasonably well and our blood tests come back “normal,” we’re probably doing fine nutritionally. No red flags. No deficiencies. We may feel less than brilliant—tired, foggy, slower to recover, maybe less able to...

Celebrate!

Your mid-year guide to LGBTQIA+ events around Australia. Acrobat and cabaret artist Adam Malone of La Ronde.

Up and up

Bulk billing rates surged in the first three months of 2026 as the Albanese government continues to bet big on health with the launch of a nation‑first campaign. Data released by the Department of Health found the national GP bulk billing rate had...

KAREN MARTINI

Not for the first time, Karen Martini is plating up vitello tonnato. “This dish has been on my menus for 25 years,” says the chef and recipe author, laying rosy pink slices of poached veal on a platter, then spooning over tuna emulsion. Tiny capers are...

Donna Gilbertson

After a wonderful childhood of singing, dancing and ballet, Donna made the move to the visual arts in the 1980s, turning her talents into a profession.

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Profile: Philippe Starck

The visionary creator has designed 10,000-plus distinct products and, as of this summer, 43 hotels

Plus

Master Class with Sandi Smith In My Collection – Show and Tell Special Feature – Designing Dogs

PHOTO ESSAY: VIVID SYDNEY

The Harbour City comes alive with light, music, colour and crowds

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FUEL UP! A SUPERFOOD SPECIAL

HOMECOMING

• Superb sound from all three units • Compatibility wide wide HEOS platform • Sleek, lifestyle looks • HEOS app can take some getting used to • Atmos playback not always convincing If you think your home is missing a multi-room audio system, you...

In The Galleries – Spotlighting Patrick’s Exhibition, Crash Paintings

Born in Melbourne in 1985 and raised in Sydney, Patrick attended The College of Fine Arts, experimenting with several mediums including film, video, sculpture and sound, before settling on painting. With two solo shows, both in 2008, Patrick discussed...

Jan Jury

Ihave lived on the Central Coast of NSW most of my life, where we are blessed with beautiful beaches, national parks, abundant in lots of species of birds and animals. During my school years I chose art classes which I looked forward to the most of all...

Australian Dairies are Recycling

The Australian dairy industry is committed to sustainable practices – both on and off the farm. Recycling your milk and yoghurt containers has enormous benefits for the environment. Not only are materials diverted from landfill when we recycle, but we...

Rixo co-founder Orlagh McCloskey’s London home will make you rethink colour.

Pinnacle of luxury today

Experts say discerning travellers are looking beyond opulence

Welcome

Here we are more than halfway through the year, it has so far been an extraordinary time with lots of great events and positive enforcement. I recently attended the Franchise Industry awards and was delighted to see so many enjoy the day and evening a...

Unseen, not Absent:

Girls & Young Women in the Justice System

News & New Products

The compact camera revival moves up a gear with the arrival of Panasonic’s higher-end Lumix L10 which has a Micro Four Thirds sensor, an EVF and a whole lot of ‘big camera’ features… it’s going to be a winner. Sony has unveiled its sixth-generation A7R...

Fisher & Paykel Rangehood

Discreet 60cm rangehood with powerful extraction, auto functions, smart connectivity, easy cleaning, and flexible ducted or recirculating installation.

CLOTH PROJECT

Precious the Baby Dragon by Marilyn Halcomb

International

The National Gallery, London, owns one of the world’s greatest collections of paintings. Among them is a significant group of pictures once owned by fellow painters: Van Dyck’s Titian; Reynolds’s Rembrandt; Matisse’s Degas; Lucian Freud’s Corot. This...

Alexander Symes Architect

A process of continual learning drives this Sydney studio to produce well-crafted homes for people and planet.

JENNIFER STACKHOUSE

Clever crops: borage & calendula Ornamentals: daisies of all kinds Fruit: apples & kiwifruit + 3 weirdos of winter

100 BEST AUSSIE TOWNS

BDAA National Design Awards 2025

Excellence, innovation and inspiration

Samsung Didn’t Just Enter the Audio Market — It Quietly Took It Over

Most people still think of Samsung as a TV and smartphone company. That’s outdated thinking — and dangerously so if you’re in the audio business. Because while the market wasn’t paying attention, Samsung built the largest audio empire in the world. Not...

Hello!

I hope you've all been enjoying some travel in between magazine issues and if not, we hope this edition inspires you to start researching and planning a trip for the coming months or year. My family has taken some lovely local trips over spring and...

ROS & MATT TIE

Creating moments that become legacy

A new dawn is breaking

We’re With a revamped format and overhauled structure, The Footy Mag is a new take on a cherished classic as McPherson Media Group’s guide to all things football and netball gets a facelift ahead of the new season. All the boxes are checked—teams’...

A new dawn is breaking

We’re With a revamped format and overhauled structure, The Footy Mag is a new take on a cherished classic as McPherson Media Group’s guide to all things football and netball gets a facelift ahead of the new season. All the boxes are checked—teams’...

Wild & wonderful

Blending immersive wildlife encounters with all-inclusive luxury, Jamala is a destination in its own right and is perfect for travellers who value unique experiences, comfort and stories worth retelling long after the journey ends. Nestled within the...

A new dawn is breaking

We’re switching things up in 2026. With a revamped format and overhauled structure, The Footy Mag is a new take on a cherished classic as McPherson Media Group’s guide to all things football and netball gets a facelift ahead of the new season. All...

A new dawn is breaking

We’re With a revamped format and overhauled structure, The Footy Mag is a new take on a cherished classic as McPherson Media Group’s guide to all things football and netball gets a facelift ahead of the new season. All the boxes are checked—teams’...

Coffee plus brings art to life

Tatura’s Coffee Plus now features a vibrant mural by Christiano “Dery” Theodorus, bringing rainbow angel wings, balloons and Aussie animals to Hogan St. The artwork, a gift from café owner Yu-chen ‘Avy’ Perry, celebrates the local community,...

Barossa Rally

Spring weather and classic motorcycling went hand-in-hand to ensure Barossa Valley Classic Motor Cycle Club’s 39th annual one-day rally progressed in style. After a warm welcome from Peter Rosser (Rally Organiser/Coordinator) and Club President...

What defines the Hills?

Anna Webster on the complexities of the Adelaide Hills wine region.

Coastal HOMES

WELCOME TO THIS SPECIAL EDITION, full of inspiration for anyone looking to capture the essence of coastal living. From layered retreats styled with vintage finds and collected treasures to classic blue-and-white escapes that exude timeless elegance,...

Hedge and Arbour House

Emergent Studios’ design for the garden of a dwelling in Melbourne’s north east connects with the site’s bushland context. Article by Virginia Overell.

MSA POWER SLIDE™

Power up your adventure with the world’s first powered drop slide. No more heavy lifting just easy, one-touch access to your fridge or storage, wherever you go.

WHAT TO SHOP, WATCH & READ IN 2026

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Relax poolside, make a splash in the epic waterpark, cast a line from the Billabong’s edge, or unwind with a drink on our worldclass camp kitchen deck. BIG4 Tweed Billabong is the number one choice for families holidaying on the Tweed—just 10 minutes...

Welcome

From planning delicious feasts with loved ones to decorating homes in twinkling lights, the spirit of Christmas is well and truly alive. However, with all the excitement comes one big challenge — the shopping list, the presents and all the things...

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MEMORABLE JOURNEYS FOR THE CURIOUS MODERN TRAVELLER

GRADUATING CLASSES OF

This unique graduation feature celebrates the commitment and enthusiasm of Year 6 and Year 12 students across our region. We wish them all the best for their future as they approach their new schooling and life journeys.

FALLEN AND FORGIVEN

Two flawed geniuses. Two cricketing titans. As Steve Smith and Ben Stokes face one final Ashes showdown on Australian soil, the outcome of the upcoming Ashes series could significantly shape how both are remembered, writes ABC SPORT’s Quentin Hull.

LET’S PEEK IN OUR HOME

The care and attention to detail Dixon Builders have put into their own home; imagine the care they will put into building yours. The combination of red brick, hardwoods, and concrete has given the home a softness and grandeur which has created a...

Pets and Their Impact on our Mental Health

If you are a pet owner, you will probably agree that pets contribute greatly to our happiness, thanks to the joy, companionship and unconditional love that they bring to our lives. What you may not realise though, is just how deeply our beloved animal...

LET’S PEEK IN OUR HOME

The care and attention to detail Dixon Builders have put into their own home; imagine the care they will put into building yours. The combination of red brick, hardwoods, and concrete has given the home a softness and grandeur which has created a...

WELCOME

If you’re looking for something new to take you from winter through spring, we’ve curated a selection of whites, reds and spirits that’ll do just that. From sparkling, chardonnay, riesling and even alvarinho, to grenache, cabernet sauvignon and an...

LET’S PEEK IN OUR HOME

The care and attention to detail Dixon Builders have put into their own home; imagine the care they will put into building yours. The combination of red brick, hardwoods, and concrete has given the home a softness and grandeur which has created a...

BEN MANSILL

This month Finished the final level in PC Gaming Magazine Publishing, then relaxed deeply into his gaming chair, closed his eyes for a moment and smiled, before hitting Exit Game for the last time. It’s never nice or easy to say goodbye, but, sadly,...