Downsizing & Decluttering

Twitter trolls are roasting Piers Morgan for images of him alongside convicted child sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell. Source: Twitter @DrHaroldNews

Celebrity

Piers Morgan blasts Twitter trolls for sharing photos of him and Ghislaine Maxwell

Old photos have resurfaced showing Piers Morgan with disgraced celebrities like Ghislaine Maxwell and Harvey Weinstein.

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Recipes

Delicious Banoffee Cheesecake

Banana, toffee and cheesecake all in one delicious and surprisingly light dessert!

Celebrity

Johnny Cash’s California ranch goes up for sale at $2.5 million

The home was built in 1961 as "an escape from the raucous fame of his rock 'n roll lifestyle" and boasts an abundance of original details

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Many of Cash's original details have been preserved. Source: Douglas Elliman | Getty

Jokes

Daily Joke: The fable of the echidna

Who knew echidnas could teach us important life lessons?

Nostalgia

It’s called ‘cream bun’ for a reason

This nostalgia blogger takes us back to the good old days when all we ever wanted, or needed, was a 'real' cream bun. What sweet recipes take you back in time?

Written byPam Van Der Kooy

Memories of meals shared, Mum’s special recipes, sneaky treats at the Bakery after school with your pocket money... Source: @macking.about/Instagram

Good health

New research illuminates the dangers of light exposure while sleeping

Keeping your light on at night might not be the brightest idea after a new study discovered potential risks associated with prolonged night light use.

Written byKiara Camuglia

The test group were evaluated for CVD risk factors and underwent a 7 day actigraphy recording (a device worn like a wrist-watch that measured sleep cycles, average movement and light exposure for activity and light measures). Source: Getty

Celebrity

Dame Julie Andrews makes startling confession about her role on Bridgerton

Dame Julie Andrews, 86, has shocked Bridgerton fans with a startling confession about her voiceover role on the famed British Regency series.

Written byKiara Camuglia

Julie Andrews has revealed a secret about her Bridgerton role. Source: @simplyjuliefansite/Instagram

News

Australia responds to ‘outrageous’ climate change protests in Sydney

The recent climate change protests in Sydney that brought parts of the city to a standstill, after protesters blocked key roads and a tunnel during rush hour, have brought the climate change debate to the fore once again.

Written byKiara Camuglia

Although there were many who criticised the climate activist, just as many threw their support behind her and commended the 22-year-old for her stand on the climate change issue. Source: Twitter/@BlockadeAus

Bloggers

‘The first penis I ever saw was a flasher’

My parents only had sex four times, as they had four children. I could not imagine them having sex once I realised what actually happened.

Written byKaren Jones

This blogger talks about her first sexual encounters. Source: Getty

Sports

Nick Kyrgios hints at retirement after shocking Wimbledon campaign

Following his annihilation of Filip Krajinovic in the second round of his Thursday night match, June 30, the 27-year-old tennis star flagged the end of his career.

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Nick Kyrgios is facing backlash from the tennis world over his recent Wimbledon antics. Source: Getty

Essential Reads

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Julia Zaetta’s 10 best tips for lower-stress decluttering

by Rachael Rosel

Downsizing your home

Cut and keep: Starts at 60 bloggers’ best decluttering and recycling ideas

by Westpac

Financial planning

What you need to know: The important first steps when selling your home

by Penelope Pelecas

News

Moving house? Follow these packing tips from a professional

by Tamille Head

Downsizing your home

Keep, dispose or donate? How to avoid a downsizing disaster

by Tamille Head

Say goodbye to clutter with this 12 month cleaning calendar

Say goodbye to clutter with this 12-month cleaning calendar

Forget about trying to tackle everything at once, this guide breaks household cleaning down into 12 manageable tasks. Everything you need to know so simplify, clean and declutter your life

Expert contributors

PROPERTY EXPERTRachel LaneThe Retirement Living and Aged Care Guru

Written byKym LackmannThe Luxury Downsizing Guru

Written byAlarna Hope

Money ExpertRodney HorinThe Wealth and Aged Care Specialist

Director of the Global Ageing NetworkMarcus RileyThe Positive Ageing Advocate

Planning expertCraig ChristensenPrincipal Urban Designer

DOWNSIZING EXPERTLorraine CoxThe Downsizing & Moving Guru

Recipes

The perfect pumpkin and coconut soup

This amazing recipe is the perfect winter warmer as we head into the cooler months. Added bonus? It's dairy-free!

News

The July 2022 superannuation changes retirees need to know

The new financial year has brought a raft of superannuation changes for retirees, set to benefit retirement living amidst the rising cost of living.

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Superannuation changes starting from July 1. Source: Getty

News

ACMA places scam text messages in their crosshairs

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has announced they will target SMS scams and misinformation in an effort to limit the "considerable financial and social harm to the Australian community".

Written byMatthew Hart

Scamwatch recently revealed that a large number of scams were now utilising text messages as the mode of contact, switching from primarily phone-call based scams. Source: Getty Images.

Jokes

Daily Joke: Don’t trust a squirrel!

Armies from around the world were in North America competing in camouflage trials....

News

‘Thanks for your company, goodnight’: Leigh Sales signs off 7.30 for the last time

Leigh Sales has delivered her final show as host for ABC's 7.30, with an emotional sign-off after more than a decade of delivering hard-hitting interviews.

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Leigh Sales hosts her final 7.30 report.
Source: @OzKitsch/Twitter

Celebrity

TV legend John Burgess recalls life-threatening health scare

John Burgess considers himself one of the lucky ones who “dodged a bullet” after he contracted a near-fatal bout of sepsis in February of this year.

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John Burgess battled sepsis earlier this year. Source: Instagram @johnydee

Royals

Prince Charles’ ’emotional’ first meeting with granddaughter Lilibet

The eyes of Britain may have been squarely fixed on the Queen during the recent Platinum Jubilee celebrations but Prince Charles only had eyes for his granddaughter Lilibet during a "very emotional" first meeting.

Written byMatthew Hart

Its believed that Lilibet also met her great-grandmother the Queen. Source: Getty Images.

Recipes

The lightest and fluffiest scones

If you like your scones as light as a feather and fluffy as can be, this is the recipe you need!

News

Australian Football Hall of Fame legend Neil Kerley dies, age 88

The South Australian football community is in mourning following the death of Australian Football Hall of Fame legend, Neil Kerley.

Written byMatthew Hart

Affectionately known as the 'King of South Australian football' and 'Knuckles', Kerley played 276 games for West Adelaide, South Adelaide and Glenelg. Source: Getty Images.

Royals

Queen Elizabeth in high spirits after being gifted limited edition whisky

Queen Elizabeth giggled with delight when she was gifted the special bottle which retails for $415.

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Queen Elizabeth giggled when she was gifted a $415 limited edition bottle of whiskey. Source: Getty

Downsizing Q&A

Money

‘We need to downsize but can’t sell our home. Can we get a bridging loan?’

by Jim Kilkenny

Investment

‘I have a mortgage and rental income, what should I do with my $70K payout?’

by Jim Kilkenny

Money

‘I miss my house and renting makes me feel worthless. How can I become a home owner again?’

by Jim Kilkenny

Bloggers

‘Trying to avoid getting screwed over by a tradie was a costly exercise’

by Community Contributor

Decluttering made simple: start with the hardest part

Decluttering made simple: Start with the hardest part

"I realised all those memories are still with me, regardless of a card or letter." Insights into how to get started decluttering

Downsizing & Decluttering

Celebrity

Piers Morgan blasts Twitter trolls for sharing photos of him and Ghislaine Maxwell

Delicious Banoffee Cheesecake

Delicious Banoffee Cheesecake

Johnny Cash’s California ranch goes up for sale at $2.5 million

Johnny Cash’s California ranch goes up for sale at $2.5 million

Daily Joke: The fable of the echidna

Daily Joke: The fable of the echidna

It’s called ‘cream bun’ for a reason

It’s called ‘cream bun’ for a reason

New research illuminates the dangers of light exposure while sleeping

New research illuminates the dangers of light exposure while sleeping

Dame Julie Andrews makes startling confession about her role on Bridgerton

Dame Julie Andrews makes startling confession about her role on Bridgerton

Australia responds to ‘outrageous’ climate change protests in Sydney

Australia responds to ‘outrageous’ climate change protests in Sydney

‘The first penis I ever saw was a flasher’

‘The first penis I ever saw was a flasher’

Nick Kyrgios hints at retirement after shocking Wimbledon campaign

Nick Kyrgios hints at retirement after shocking Wimbledon campaign

Essential Reads

Julia Zaetta’s 10 best tips for lower-stress decluttering

by Rachael Rosel

Cut and keep: Starts at 60 bloggers’ best decluttering and recycling ideas

by Westpac

What you need to know: The important first steps when selling your home

by Penelope Pelecas

Moving house? Follow these packing tips from a professional

by Tamille Head

Keep, dispose or donate? How to avoid a downsizing disaster

by Tamille Head

Say goodbye to clutter with this 12 month cleaning calendar

Say goodbye to clutter with this 12-month cleaning calendar

Expert contributors

Recipes

The perfect pumpkin and coconut soup

The July 2022 superannuation changes retirees need to know

The July 2022 superannuation changes retirees need to know

ACMA places scam text messages in their crosshairs

ACMA places scam text messages in their crosshairs

Daily Joke: Don’t trust a squirrel!

Daily Joke: Don’t trust a squirrel!

‘Thanks for your company, goodnight’: Leigh Sales signs off 7.30 for the last time

‘Thanks for your company, goodnight’: Leigh Sales signs off 7.30 for the last time

TV legend John Burgess recalls life-threatening health scare

TV legend John Burgess recalls life-threatening health scare

Prince Charles’ ’emotional’ first meeting with granddaughter Lilibet

Prince Charles’ ’emotional’ first meeting with granddaughter Lilibet

The lightest and fluffiest scones

The lightest and fluffiest scones

Australian Football Hall of Fame legend Neil Kerley dies, age 88

Australian Football Hall of Fame legend Neil Kerley dies, age 88

Queen Elizabeth in high spirits after being gifted limited edition whisky

Queen Elizabeth in high spirits after being gifted limited edition whisky

Downsizing Q&A

‘We need to downsize but can’t sell our home. Can we get a bridging loan?’

by Jim Kilkenny

‘I have a mortgage and rental income, what should I do with my $70K payout?’

by Jim Kilkenny

‘I miss my house and renting makes me feel worthless. How can I become a home owner again?’

by Jim Kilkenny

‘Trying to avoid getting screwed over by a tradie was a costly exercise’

by Community Contributor

Decluttering made simple: start with the hardest part

Decluttering made simple: Start with the hardest part

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