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Learn about the exciting afterlife of your used hotel soaps. Source: Getty

Lifestyle

Lather and beyond: Where do your used bars of hotel soap go?

Learn about the journey of used hotel soap bars as they go through a refining process, get recycled into new bars, and are distributed to communities in need.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Celebrity

Floral fantasies and fashion feats: The best dressed VIPs at the 2023 Chelsea Flower Show

From the Dames to the Academy Award winners, see which VIPs attended the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023.

Written byElissa Napier

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023 had a star-studded guest list. Source: Getty

Lifestyle

Murder, Mayhem and Men On Pause: Part three

"A bankrupt husband. A dead body. A cop more sexy than the legal limit." Read part three of Sandy Curtis' steamy and suspenseful novel full of Murder, Mayhem and Men On Pause.

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Part two in the serialisation of the novel written by author Sandy Curtis.

Experts

How to spend less and stay connected with refurbished technology

This expert shares insights on the benefits of buying refurbished technology, allowing you to stay connected with loved ones without overspending.

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Gardening

Blooming royal tributes and the royals who blossomed: The Chelsea Flower Show 2023

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show certainly knows how to throw an extravagant event, one fit for a King!

Written byElissa Napier

Members of the royal family turned up to see the impressive exhibits. Source: Getty

Health issues

Why seniors are being encouraged to prioritise age friendly home modifications

Recent research from Flinders University has found that only a few of those wishing to age in place take into consideration age-friendly modifications that could enhance safety and prevent injuries.

Written byMatthew Hart

Research has revealed that older individuals intending to age in their own homes lack the necessary information to effectively evaluate safety risks and undertake appropriate renovations. Source: Getty Images.

Crafts

Bundle up and get stitching with these 6 winter knitting crafts to warm your soul

Embrace the winter chill with cosy knitted creations that not only keep you warm but also offer surprising health benefits.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Keep warm this winter with these 5 cosy winter kitting crafts. Source: Getty

Experts

Help! My wife and I have not been sexually active for years. How can we keep up our sex life?

Relationship expert Polly offers guidance on re-igniting a sex life and maintaining intimacy, even in the face of health issues and erectile dysfunction.

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Help! My wife and I have not been sexually active for years. How can we keep up our sex life?

Grandparenting

‘I feel so guilty’: Gran opens up on pain of living hours away from grandkids

by Starts at 60 Writers

Becoming a grandparent

Grandparent carers: What payments are available?

by Jocelyn Nickels

Grandparenting

Grandkids say the darndest things

by Calista Bruschi

Grandparenting

‘We don’t get enough credit’: Grandparents feel undervalued and unappreciated

by Jocelyn Nickels

Bloggers

‘Forget the latest gadgets, these are the skills our grandchildren need’

by Jenny Lockhart

Latest Recipes

They mightn't be difficult to make, but madeleines certainly command your attention, patience and precision. Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Classic old-fashioned madeleines

Add a bit of lemon zest and dust in icing sugar, and these buttery scallops are certainly worth the effort.

Recipes

Cherry bakewell tarts

Whether you're serving them for afternoon tea, a special dessert, or simply to satisfy your cravings, these delectable cherry tarts are guaranteed to be a hit.

A nostalgic tea-time treat. Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Easy key lime pie

This recipe is so easy! It has a mere six ingredients and you're going to be done and dusted in under 30 minutes.

Written byCalista Bruschi

This key lime pie recipe is so easy you'll be done in under 30 minutes. Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Air-fryer taco boats

Whether you're cooking for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dinner, this recipe is versatile and customisable to suit your taste.

Source: Image courtesy of Australian Eggs

Recipes

Egg-stuffed meatloaf

Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or simply craving a comforting homemade dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.

Grey Nomadding

Driving & Caravanning

Holidays are back! Here’s the caravan park rules you need to know

by Jocelyn Nickels

Driving & Caravanning

Planning an Aussie adventure? 7 top tips for road tripping post Covid-19

by Jocelyn Nickels

Driving & Caravanning

Grey nomad tips: How to pack your caravan properly

by Ysabelle Alesna

Driving & Caravanning

A budget-friendly guide to a Top End road trip

by Tourism NT

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

If a leaky bladder has got you down, it could be a sign of pelvic floor problems. Source: Getty

Health

Age with confidence: A how-to guide for strengthening your pelvic floor muscles

If you've been suffering from a leaky bladder, it could be a sign of a weak pelvic floor. Thankfully, there are some things you can do to strengthen it.

Celebrity

Celine Dion expected to ‘tour again for sure’ despite recent cancellations

After Celine Dion was forced to cancel her highly anticipated tour due to illness, a source close to the singer has assured fans she will "tour again for sure".

Written byMatthew Hart

Celine Dion's possible return to touring will no doubt be welcome news for her adoring fans who were left devastated when the singer originally disclosed her health condition. Source: Getty Images.

Health issues

All gain, no pain: Improving pain management through exercise

In a twist on the age-old phrase, "no pain, no gain", a recent study has found that regular exercise could serve as a powerful tool for managing chronic pain.

Written byMatthew Hart

The findings suggest that regular physical activity may help ease or prevent chronic pain by boosting pain tolerance. Source: Getty Images.

Celebrity

Andie MacDowell ‘more comfortable’ at 65 and ‘doesn’t feel less sexy’ being an older woman

Andie MacDowell is advocating for a shift in perceptions of beauty and encouraging women to feel empowered and confident as they age.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Andie MacDowell defies society beauty standards are she embraces aging naturally. Source: Getty

Politics

Government initiative brings energy bill relief to older Australians

Labor has revealed their energy bill relief plan that is expected to provide financial assistance of up to $500 per household to over 490,000 older Australians.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Labor announces energy bill relief plan to ease cost of living burden for older Australians. Source: Getty

Bloggers

Learning how to run a household from our mothers, the Queens of Clean

This blogger takes a look back on a wife's household duties while remembering how her wedding turned into a long-winded discussion about household cleaners and window-cleaning techniques.

Written byJulie Grenness

What cleaning advice did you mother give you? Source: Getty

Celebrity

‘I just spat my coffee out’: Larry Emdur stunned by David Koch’s retirement bombshell

Larry Emdur was left stunned by Sunrise host David Koch's bombshell retirement announcement, admitting that he spat out his coffee upon hearing the news.

Written byMatthew Hart

Larry Emdur joined the sea of viewers across the country left stunned by David Koch's retirement announcement. Source: Getty Images.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Lifestyle

Lather and beyond: Where do your used bars of hotel soap go?

Floral fantasies and fashion feats: The best dressed VIPs at the 2023 Chelsea Flower Show

Floral fantasies and fashion feats: The best dressed VIPs at the 2023 Chelsea Flower Show

Murder, Mayhem and Men On Pause: Part three

Murder, Mayhem and Men On Pause: Part three

How to spend less and stay connected with refurbished technology

How to spend less and stay connected with refurbished technology

Blooming royal tributes and the royals who blossomed: The Chelsea Flower Show 2023

Blooming royal tributes and the royals who blossomed: The Chelsea Flower Show 2023

Why seniors are being encouraged to prioritise age friendly home modifications

Why seniors are being encouraged to prioritise age friendly home modifications

Bundle up and get stitching with these 6 winter knitting crafts to warm your soul

Bundle up and get stitching with these 6 winter knitting crafts to warm your soul

Help! My wife and I have not been sexually active for years. How can we keep up our sex life?

Help! My wife and I have not been sexually active for years. How can we keep up our sex life?

Grandparenting

‘I feel so guilty’: Gran opens up on pain of living hours away from grandkids

by Starts at 60 Writers

Grandparent carers: What payments are available?

by Jocelyn Nickels

Grandkids say the darndest things

by Calista Bruschi

‘We don’t get enough credit’: Grandparents feel undervalued and unappreciated

by Jocelyn Nickels

‘Forget the latest gadgets, these are the skills our grandchildren need’

by Jenny Lockhart

Latest Recipes

Recipes

Classic old-fashioned madeleines

Cherry bakewell tarts

Cherry bakewell tarts

Easy key lime pie

Easy key lime pie

Air-fryer taco boats

Air-fryer taco boats

Egg-stuffed meatloaf

Egg-stuffed meatloaf

Grey Nomadding

Holidays are back! Here’s the caravan park rules you need to know

by Jocelyn Nickels

Planning an Aussie adventure? 7 top tips for road tripping post Covid-19

by Jocelyn Nickels

Grey nomad tips: How to pack your caravan properly

by Ysabelle Alesna

A budget-friendly guide to a Top End road trip

by Tourism NT

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Health

Age with confidence: A how-to guide for strengthening your pelvic floor muscles

Celine Dion expected to ‘tour again for sure’ despite recent cancellations

Celine Dion expected to ‘tour again for sure’ despite recent cancellations

All gain, no pain: Improving pain management through exercise

All gain, no pain: Improving pain management through exercise

Andie MacDowell ‘more comfortable’ at 65 and ‘doesn’t feel less sexy’ being an older woman

Andie MacDowell ‘more comfortable’ at 65 and ‘doesn’t feel less sexy’ being an older woman

Government initiative brings energy bill relief to older Australians

Government initiative brings energy bill relief to older Australians

Learning how to run a household from our mothers, the Queens of Clean

Learning how to run a household from our mothers, the Queens of Clean

‘I just spat my coffee out’: Larry Emdur stunned by David Koch’s retirement bombshell

‘I just spat my coffee out’: Larry Emdur stunned by David Koch’s retirement bombshell

Daily Jokes

Daily Joke: Jack woke up from a big night of drinking

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: A man made his way to the World Cup Final

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: Two men needed some wood

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: Dave tells his boss that he knows everyone

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: A chicken walked into a library

by Jocelyn Nickels

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