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'We knew nothing about it at the beginning': How Alexis and Marion built their own portable aquaponics garden

By creating a moveable, soil-free aquaponics system, you too can grow leafy greens, strawberries, chillies and herbs in your small apartment.

Alexis and Marion stand smiling in front of their diy aquaponics system set up in their courtyard

How a toilet roll can help you garden plastic-free

Anna Matilda, aka The Urban Nanna, gives you her tips on how to make your garden even greener by reducing plastic waste.

A pile of plastic pots, a bright green plastic watering can and a bag full of soil in soft plastic in a backyard.

'Create your own microclimate': Cost-effective ways to stay warm as energy prices soar this winter

How will you cope with rising energy bills? Avoiding using your heater will become much easier with these handy tips and some simple DIY.

Ellen burns sits on a couch with a cat on her lap, wearing ugg boots, a fluffy blue onesie and holding a mug.

Vodka isn't just for happy hour, it can breathe some new life into run-down garments

With the cost-of-living pressures hitting our wallets left, right and centre, and a push to support more sustainable fashion, don't ditch your favourite threads, fix them.

Erin Lewis-Fitzgerald holding a spray bottle in one hand, and stripy jumper in the other in front of garden shed and tree

Looking to get rid of some old clothes? Consider a 'meaningful donation'

Charity bin drop-off, clothes swap, even selling via your social media platforms — there are several obvious pathways for your clothes post-wardrobe clean-out. But they aren't your only options. 

A woman with a surprised expression pokes her head out of a pile of brightly coloured clothes
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My shopping habit was becoming a problem. Here's how my no-buy challenge went

I'd resisted addressing my clothes shopping habits for a long time because I simply didn't think I would be able to stop.

Kellie smiles and looks away from the camera. She wears an orange shirt and is surrounded by clothes, shoes and bag.

Lawn isn't the only option: Ground cover alternatives to give your backyard a shake-up

There's lot to love about lawns. They can keep your house cool, and a big backyard is well cemented as part of the Great Australian Dream. But sometimes you need a change.

A little jack russell dog running on a lush green lawn

Caris and Laura wanted home births, but only one was able to do it. Here's why

A growing number of birthing parents are opting to deliver at home. Some, like Laura, see home births as a way to reclaim their power after a previous hospital birth that felt out of their control.

Laura with her husband and two kids including newborn baby sitting happily on brown couch

More people are having home births, but how safe are they? This is what you should know beforehand

There's been an increase in home births in recent years but they're not accessible to all, and they're not considered suitable for every pregnancy.

close of up blonde woman with baby wrapped in purple after home birth with birthing pool in background
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I spent the summer working in a taverna in Crete. It brought me back to who I am

I knew I wanted to work at the mountaintop Ntounias taverna in Crete. I didn't know it would help me tap into a special memory from my childhood.

Ella sits at an outdoor table covered with greek sweets, she is wearing a blue and white shirt and there are vines behind her

Non-alcoholic drinks are becoming more popular. But are they okay to give to teenagers?

We don't have any data on young people and alcohol-free alternatives, but there are some things we know that can help us weigh up the risks.

Close-up of two young women with brown hair laughing and drinking beer on the couch.
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Pregnancy and motherhood with chronic illness has been difficult in ways I hadn't expected

I've had 14 surgeries and more than 20 hospital admissions to date for my condition — juggling general anaesthetic and post-surgical pain with pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding.

Grace, with blonde bun, smiles while lying in hospital bed cuddling her two young smiling
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'It fills me with hope': The stark difference of having my second baby post-COVID

Only two years will separate my kids, but having my second child out of COVID-19 restrictions has made the whole experience completely different.

a woman sits in a cafe with a stroller and mask and coffee on table
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Sharing age-old knowledge goes beyond storytelling — it's about healing

As an ABC producer and presenter, I'm honoured to be amplifying the voices of Indigenous people and ensuring our mobs' issues are given the same visibility and publicity as everyone else, writes Isaac Muller.

A woman wearing a tshirt with the Indigenous flag stands next to a young man in the outback

Ali was offered redundancy each time after having children. Research shows this is common

A new survey involving hundreds of Australian parents finds workplaces aren't communicating with staff while on parental leave, and are changing their jobs without consultation.

A smiling mother sits in her kitchen and holds her baby.

AI headshots are going viral on TikTok. Here's what to know before using one

If you've ever struggled to find a good, professional photo of yourself, there might be a solution: AI. But are there problems with that?

An AI-generated portrait of Teagan Brown, a US-based journalist.The photos look professional, well-lit and realistic.

Promotion by title only: What to do when your employer gives you more responsibility but no pay rise

What to do when your employer gives you more responsibility — but no pay rise.

Disgruntled and thoughtful-looking woman chef in the kitchen surrounded by bright pink colour treatment

'But I bought it for work!': Why not all work expenses are tax deductible

Some of us have a habit of getting creative when it comes to claiming expenses at tax time. So what is deductible and what isn't?

A woman holds her head while holding receipts. A calculator is in front of her.
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From couple to co-workers: The ups and downs of sharing a WFH space

If you'd asked me three and a half years ago where I'd be working from in the future — my answer would most definitely not have been at home with my husband.

man in black tshirt and jeans, wearing glasess and cap sits on a black office chair next a long brown haired woman in green top
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'Average Australians don't see the tidal wave of hate': How racist trolling impacts people like me

As an Indigenous business owner, it's not enough to block and report racist trolls. We need to be believed when we say that racism is rife in our nation.   

a smiling woman with dark hair and a purple Indigenous print dress sits on the grass beneath the limb of a tree

Evette didn't tell people at work she was dating her colleague. Should you?

Whether it's an office, a job site or a cafe, workplace romances can be tricky. Whether or not to share is just one decision you'll have to make.

A woman with brown hair looks lovingly up at a man out of frame, his hand placed on her shoulder. They're in a factory setting.

Caris and Laura wanted home births, but only one was able to do it. Here's why

A growing number of birthing parents are opting to deliver at home. Some, like Laura, see home births as a way to reclaim their power after a previous hospital birth that felt out of their control.

Laura with her husband and two kids including newborn baby sitting happily on brown couch

More people are having home births, but how safe are they? This is what you should know beforehand

There's been an increase in home births in recent years but they're not accessible to all, and they're not considered suitable for every pregnancy.

close of up blonde woman with baby wrapped in purple after home birth with birthing pool in background

Chloé Hayden barely spoke for 10 years. Now she performs for a living

Growing up, Chloé Hayden didn't speak to people outside her family for a decade. Now 26, she's a Logie-nominated actor, a social media influencer, and an outspoken disability advocate — but the road to get there wasn't easy.

A graphic showing three cut out headshots of Chloe Hayden, with sparkly star and rainbow stickers.

A bladder condition nearly destroyed my kidneys and made me realise we need to talk about incontinence

Incontinence is a health issue affecting one in four Australians, but shame and embarrassment often stop people from seeking help, writes Caitlyn Davey. 

Woman smiling on airbike

Non-alcoholic drinks are becoming more popular. But are they okay to give to teenagers?

We don't have any data on young people and alcohol-free alternatives, but there are some things we know that can help us weigh up the risks.

Close-up of two young women with brown hair laughing and drinking beer on the couch.
perspective

I've never met some of my closest friends and it's likely I never will

In my early 30s, I acquired an energy-limiting disability and my world shrunk. My phone became my window to the world.

Natalia Hodgins sits on a sofa in comfortable clothes, smiling at her laptop and she communicates with friends online.
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Pregnancy and motherhood with chronic illness has been difficult in ways I hadn't expected

I've had 14 surgeries and more than 20 hospital admissions to date for my condition — juggling general anaesthetic and post-surgical pain with pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding.

Grace, with blonde bun, smiles while lying in hospital bed cuddling her two young smiling

'You're the entire rainbow': We asked five people what queer means to them

Queer is a contested term for many. For some people, it's a powerful way to describe themselves and their community. For others, it's a more uncomfortable term – and historically, has been used as a slur. We asked five people for their thoughts.

A compilation image of three queer people of varying ages, genders and cultural backgrounds.

How Tom and Emily went from on-screen couple in Please Like Me to married parents of two

This is the story of how Emily Barclay and Tom Ward's relationship started between takes, led to two babies and, finally, a wedding nearly a decade later.

Emily, left, wears a white wedding dress and veil as she cuts a pink and red cake with Tom, right, both smiling.

Australians are 'angry and exhausted' by violence against women. We can all help prevent it

While we are right to call for action on violence against women from our leaders, advocates say we must remember that everyone can play a part in creating the culture in our society.

A couple looking at the phones in the dark in bed

What experts want you to know about having safe sex as a queer woman

Queer women don't have lower rates of STI transmission — and it's important to know which ones to get checked for.

The L Word's Shane and Alice smile on a couch - Alice reads Girlfriend magazine. For a story about safe sex for queer women .
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Noosh's marriage was a happy one — until she opened her husband's laptop

Noosh thought the man she met in a chatroom during the summer after her 18th birthday and married just two years later was the love of her life.

An illustration of a woman looking into the bright screen of a laptop and holding her hands over her face, in tears.

How Jo and Joanne fell in love, and survived a spinal injury

Joanne met Jo at a dance battle. It didn't take long for the pair, both scientists by trade, to fall in love — with Joanne supporting Jo after a life-altering accident.

A couple, Jo Hyeon Yoon (L) and Joanne Pham (R), sitting next to each other.

Esther Perel on boosting intimacy in your relationship (it's not just about sex)

If you've hit a rut in your relationship, you may have heard the solution is to re-establish intimacy. But first we need to understand what intimacy really means (it's not just about sex).

Esther Perel with Yumi Stynes wearing blazers and smiling in the studio looking professional, with a neon green background.

Chloé Hayden barely spoke for 10 years. Now she performs for a living

Growing up, Chloé Hayden didn't speak to people outside her family for a decade. Now 26, she's a Logie-nominated actor, a social media influencer, and an outspoken disability advocate — but the road to get there wasn't easy.

A graphic showing three cut out headshots of Chloe Hayden, with sparkly star and rainbow stickers.

Sonia Kruger wins gold and tributes flow for Jock Zonfrillo: The biggest 2023 Logie Awards moments

The 2023 Logie Awards saw some rather unexpected wins and heartfelt tributes. These were the biggest moments of the night. 

A composite image of a woman and a man holding awards in their hands

First Barbie, now Beanie Babies: Why are there suddenly so many movies about toys?

The Beanie Baby craze was real, and the story is made for Hollywood. But is The Beanie Bubble just the latest product-based movie aimed to sell us merch? Or is there something special going on?

Colourful illustration of a blue teddy bear, a barbie with blonde hair and a pink blackberry phone
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Cringe and chaos: The most memorable moments in Logies history

Like a school speech night but for Australian TV, the Logies is always worth a watch. Ahead of Sunday's ceremony, we take a look back over the years. 

composite image with yellow and pink background with a Logie award and screengrabs of Bert Newton, Joan Rivers, John Farnham

Meet the Adelaide twins who went from YouTube chaos agents to A24 horror film creators

Danny and Michael Philippou went from homemade wrestling videos to viral YouTube success with RackaRacka. Now they've released their own Aussie horror film, set in the spookiest place around — Adelaide.

Danny and Michael, who are identical twins, laugh during an interview, with an image of the Talk To Me hand behind them.

How Tom and Emily went from on-screen couple in Please Like Me to married parents of two

This is the story of how Emily Barclay and Tom Ward's relationship started between takes, led to two babies and, finally, a wedding nearly a decade later.

Emily, left, wears a white wedding dress and veil as she cuts a pink and red cake with Tom, right, both smiling.

'Find pink. Wear pink': Great fan fits from the Barbie screening

The Barbie movie has generated so much buzz, fans have been planning costumes for months. Among the sea of pink, we asked some avid movie goers to unpack the hype.

A compilation image of fans smiling in their Barbie costumes, with a glittery pink backdrop.
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I spent the summer working in a taverna in Crete. It brought me back to who I am

I knew I wanted to work at the mountaintop Ntounias taverna in Crete. I didn't know it would help me tap into a special memory from my childhood.

Ella sits at an outdoor table covered with greek sweets, she is wearing a blue and white shirt and there are vines behind her

I was nervous, but food became the highlight of my first overseas trip as a coeliac

Heading off on my first overseas trip since being diagnosed as coeliac was nerve-wracking. But I've come back from five weeks in Europe feeling more confident about being gluten free, and food ended up being the highlight of my trip.

Scott, who has short brown hair, grins, sitting by the ocean during a stunning sunset.

Why we romanticise moving to our holiday destinations

There aren't many places I've holidayed I haven't considered moving to. But these champagne dreams aren't supported by my modest income.

Kellie sitting on a rock holding Lane looking at water in Noosa

'Switch to solids': Tips for packing toiletries with carry-on luggage

Carry-on only travel means packing light, and being mindful of liquids. So how do you tackle toiletries and medication? We asked avid travellers for their tips.

A hand seals up a clear toiletries bag filled with 100ml reusable containers.

The people flying their pets around the world in private jets to avoid putting them in the cargo hold with luggage

More than 20,000 pets fly in and out of Australia each year, most in the cargo hold of commercial aircraft. But as demand grows for pets to fly in style alongside their owners, a new service is taking off.

The back of a small dog looking out a small plane window.

Kate travels the world out of a carry-on backpack. Here's how you can too

Avoid checked baggage fees and delays by bringing only a carry-on bag on your next holiday. All you'll need to do is build a travel capsule wardrobe.

Collage of 3 carry-on only outfits: denim shorts with black tank, short with pink shirt, and flowy white set with pink shirt
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'Slow, gratifying work': Foraging for mushrooms was the perfect antidote for burnout

For the first time in months I was completely enthralled in my task, and not thinking about the many things I should be doing.

Zoe, a young woman wearing a coat and yellow beanie, looks over her shoulder holding a large orange mushroom
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