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Spending Christmas solo? Here’s how to make your day merry and bright
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Some of these ideas are a great way to create new memories that you and the grandkids can look back on in years to come. Source: RgStudio from Getty Images Signature.
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5 easy DIY crafts to enjoy with your grandkids this Christmas

5 easy DIY crafts to enjoy with your grandkids this Christmas

Toss the phone and store the iPad — these 5 delightfully simple DIY craft projects are sure to delight you and the grandkids this holiday season.
Whether it's a lingering feud with an in-law or concerns about tableside arguments, experts share effective tips to keep Christmas Day peaceful and harmonious. Source: Getty Images.
Relationships

How to cope with difficult relatives at Christmas for a peaceful festive season

How to cope with difficult relatives at Christmas for a peaceful festive season

Experts offer effective tips for keeping Christmas Day peaceful and harmonious, whether it's managing a lingering feud with an in-law or avoiding tableside arguments.
From Grandma's accidentally rude gifts to a homemade disaster of epic proportions. Dive into a collection of the funniest fails so far. Source: Getty Images.
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From awkward to outrageous: The funniest Christmas gift blunders

From awkward to outrageous: The funniest Christmas gift blunders

From Grandma's accidentally rude gifts to a homemade disaster of epic proportions. Dive into a collection of the funniest Christmas present fails so far.
This spud-tacular hack comes directly from a culinary whiz, so you know it'll be good! Source: Elena Photos.
Food

A chef’s trick to the ultimate roast potatoes this Christmas

A chef’s trick to the ultimate roast potatoes this Christmas

Roast potatoes are a staple at any Christmas dinner, but the truly perfect platter can be tricky to achieve... unless you know this trick.
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Grandparenting

New ways to enjoy Christmas Eve with the grandkids

New ways to enjoy Christmas Eve with the grandkids

Try out these delightful Christmas Eve traditions that are sure to create cherished memories with the grandkids for years to come.
One of the best parts about the festive season is the food and drink, but that doesn't mean you have to let your health take a hit. Source: Africa images.
Diet and nutrition

Feasts, chocolates and gifts: How to stay healthy over the Christmas celebrations

Feasts, chocolates and gifts: How to stay healthy over the Christmas celebrations

This Christmas, let health and happiness go hand in hand as you celebrate with loved ones, enjoying the best of both worlds.
Beat the heat with these top tips to keep your furry friends healthy in the summer. Source: titiya from Getty Images Pro.
Cats

How to keep your pets safe and comfy this summer

How to keep your pets safe and comfy this summer

Ensure your pets thrive this summer and get them ready for the sizzling days ahead with these handy tips.
Fellow gardening enthusiasts praised the brilliant solution that transformed the daunting prospect of leaving plants unattended into a stress-free holiday for both gardeners and their leafy companions. Source: Getty Images.
Gardening

‘Switched on gardener’ reveals the ‘clever’ way to keep your plants thriving while you’re on holidays

‘Switched on gardener’ reveals the ‘clever’ way to keep your plants thriving while you’re on holidays

As we get ready to head off for the Christmas holidays and with summer temperatures soaring, the challenge of maintaining our beloved indoor and outdoor plants becomes more pressing than ever.
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Tips

Blitz your bathroom before Christmas: Six natural ways to keep things squeaky clean

Blitz your bathroom before Christmas: Six natural ways to keep things squeaky clean

Prep your house for the added weight of the festive season with these cleaning tips to keep the porcelain throne shiny and sparkling.
How do you overcome the stress of the festive season? Source: Getty Images.
Relationships

Beat the holiday hustle: How to prevent Christmas from becoming ‘Stressmas’

Beat the holiday hustle: How to prevent Christmas from becoming ‘Stressmas’

With the festive season in full swing, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos. But Christmas doesn't have to be stressful! Experts share simple strategies to manage the holiday hustle, from managing time and finances to finding joy in meaningful connections.
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Gardening

How to restore life to wilting flowers

How to restore life to wilting flowers

We’ve found an old remedy that will right those droopy stems in no time at all.
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Gardening

8 additions to your tomatoes that will help them grow and taste better

8 additions to your tomatoes that will help them grow and taste better

Tomatoes aren't always easy to get right, but these tips could help you achieve better results.
A grey divorce marks the end of one chapter but can also be the beginning of an enriching new one. Source: Getty Images.
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Staying healthy after grey divorce

Staying healthy after grey divorce

Divorce is challenging at any age, but a "grey divorce" later in life has unique emotional and practical hurdles. Though it can be overwhelming, it's also a chance to prioritise your well-being and embrace a new, fulfilling chapter.
The online community were quick to offer messages of support, many calling the in-laws out for their inappropriate behaviour. Source: Getty Images.
Relationships

Grandparents find themselves in hot water after hinting at the cost of grandkids’ gifts

Grandparents find themselves in hot water after hinting at the cost of grandkids’ gifts

A grandmother and grandfather have found themselves in hot water after spending the majority of a recent family visit pointing out the cost of the presents they gave their grandkids.

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Impress your guests with this chocolate rum balls recipe
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Easy finger foods for Christmas: Mini salted caramel apple pies

Easy finger foods for Christmas: Mini salted caramel apple pies

Pies are a quintessential Aussie treat, so why not incorporate it into your Christmas menu?
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Light and fluffy Christmas tree meringues

Light and fluffy Christmas tree meringues

Share these trees with your family on the night of the feast!
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Adorable strawberry Santas

Adorable strawberry Santas

Get your family to help with this easy and cute recipe — it's sure to elicit a few laughs as you make these while you talk and catch up!
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Rich and refreshing coconut cream roulade

Rich and refreshing coconut cream roulade

If you're looking for healthy alternatives to classic Christmas treats, this roulade is a great way to have something sweet and healthier than usual.
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Delicious buttercream and fruitcake Christmas cake pops with an alcohol twist

Delicious buttercream and fruitcake Christmas cake pops with an alcohol twist

These cake pops include rich and filling buttercream and brandy to make for a good night!
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Perfectly spongy Christmas trifle

Perfectly spongy Christmas trifle

End the festive feasts with this effortless recipe, easily scaled up for any family size!
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An English twist on Christmas stuffing

An English twist on Christmas stuffing

If you celebrate the festive season with a Christmas turkey, this Londoner's local recipe is sure to add a jolly twist to your dinners this year!
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Easy DIY BBQ ribs in a pressure cooker

Easy DIY BBQ ribs in a pressure cooker

Don't bother slaving away at the barbeque this summer. Try out this amazing BBQ ribs recipe that cuts down the cooking time and offers the same delicious result!
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Aromatic Indian beef curry

Aromatic Indian beef curry

This authentic recipe recreates the iconic flavours of beef curry and will fill your dining room with the fragrances of India!
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Amazing rosemary chicken with mustard

Amazing rosemary chicken with mustard

Nothing beats a good roast with rosemary to add a bit of class and fragrance to it!
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Square-shaped slow cooker quiches

Square-shaped slow cooker quiches

This quick and easy recipe is perfect if you need a quick bite or a healthy appetiser to kick off your heavier meals.
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Crumbly Milo biscuits

Crumbly Milo biscuits

These malty Milo bikkies are a hit with kids, big and small!
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Flavour-packed slow cooker honey chicken

Flavour-packed slow cooker honey chicken

Honey chicken is a delicious and aromatic dish from the Orient, but that doesn't mean you can't make it easily at home!
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Delicious peanut butter cake in a mug

Delicious peanut butter cake in a mug

All you need is one mug and one microwave to make this sweet treat.

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The popular joint pain supplement that could boost heart health
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Do you find yourself nostalgic for old Christmas traditions? What were some of your favourites? Source: Getty Images.
Nostalgia

Treasured Christmas memories: Revisiting the heartwarming traditions of the past

Treasured Christmas memories: Revisiting the heartwarming traditions of the past

Take a heartwarming trip down memory lane with us as we revisit these nostalgic treasures, reigniting the joy that once defined our holiday celebrations.
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Unforgettable Christmas foods from your childhood

Unforgettable Christmas foods from your childhood

Look back at cherished festive meals from the 1950s and '60s.
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Christmas bells

Christmas bells

From festive bells to the struggle with legible handwriting, this holiday season brings a mix of tradition and technology. As we get older, it's the little things—like printing cards instead of writing them by hand—that make the Yuletide spirit a bit easier to enjoy.
"It's true that he brings alive everybody he acts with and they all respond beautifully." Source: Getty Images
Royals

The heartwarming relationship between the late Queen Elizabeth and Paddington Bear

The heartwarming relationship between the late Queen Elizabeth and Paddington Bear

Queen Elizabeth worked with many people over her seven-decade reign but there was one collaborator who held a special place in her heart.
Financial abuse is being pushed by factors such as longer life spans and "inheritance impatience." Source: Getty Images.
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New project takes action against financial elder abuse

New project takes action against financial elder abuse

The Australian Human Rights Commission is spearheading the fight against the financial abuse of older Australians by establishing the Financial Elder Abuse Action Collaborative, to better identify and prevent elder abuse in the community.
The Oscar-winning actress has shared her grief, gratitude, and the legacy of love her mother left behind. Source: Getty Images.
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Nicole Kidman reveals heartbreaking final conversation with her late mother

Nicole Kidman reveals heartbreaking final conversation with her late mother

Nicole Kidman opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her mother, Janelle, revealing the final words of wisdom she received and how her family is coping.
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Staying sharp in my 70s

Staying sharp in my 70s

From memory lapses to trivia triumphs, here’s how we can keep our minds active, our hearts connected, and our spirits resilient as the years roll on.
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Research shows that crosswords can help keep your mind sharp for years

Research shows that crosswords can help keep your mind sharp for years

If you’re the kind of person who enjoys completing the crossword in the morning newspaper or challenging yourself with tricky number puzzles, you may be doing more than entertaining yourself.
Academics have found that a high-quality breakfast is linked to better adiposity, healthy levels of cholesterol, and most importantly the best results came from a balance meal.Source: Getty Images.
Health

Why a balanced breakfast could transform your health

Why a balanced breakfast could transform your health

A balanced breakfast could do more than just fuel your day — it may help manage your weight, improve heart health, and keep your metabolism in check
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Health

Why a pro-inflammatory diet could increase your risk of dementia

Why a pro-inflammatory diet could increase your risk of dementia

We've all heard the warnings about high-inflammatory foods such as refined carbohydrates, fizzy drinks and processed meats. Now scientists are warning that a diet high in these foods could substantially increase your risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
As Charles returns to public life and his royal duties, a palace source has revealed that his treatment would continue in 2025. Source: AP PHOTO.
Royals

King Charles’ cancer battle to continue into the new year

King Charles’ cancer battle to continue into the new year

Although King Charles' cancer treatment is reported to be "moving in a positive direction", the Monarch will continue therapy into the new year to manage his condition.
"Rowan and I have a plan for something we might do which would just be a bit of fun sometime in the next few years." Source: Getty Images.
Celebrity

Could Blackadder return? Richard Curtis hints at a new chapter for the beloved comedy

Could Blackadder return? Richard Curtis hints at a new chapter for the beloved comedy

Could the beloved comedy Blackadder return? Richard Curtis has a plan that might just make it happen.
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Crappy places I have lived

Crappy places I have lived

Tell me about where you’ve lived.
"She knew me all my life and she loved me." Source: Getty Images.
Royals

Sarah Ferguson shares the Queen’s heartfelt final words to her

Sarah Ferguson shares the Queen’s heartfelt final words to her

Sarah Ferguson shares heartfelt memories of Queen Elizabeth II, from her final words of wisdom to the special bond they shared.
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