The October 1 Edition
In our cover story, writer Dolly Alderton finally gets to meet her childhood heroine, Geri Halliwell-Horner. They talk about girl power, the ’90s and Glastonbury.
Geri Halliwell-Horner at 51 by Spice Girls super fan Dolly Alderton
From working-class pop star to country novelist, the former “Ginger Spice” is the queen of reinvention. She talks about girl power and why she’ll never complain about the ’90s.
- by Dolly Alderton
I didn’t recognise my boss’ sexual harassment. Years later a phone call brought clarity
Too often, women fail to recognise and report their own violations, opting instead to bear the brunt and simply cope.
- by Hannah Ferguson
After hitting rock bottom, a women-only ocean pool led me to safety
The phrase “nature is healing” gets thrown around a lot in this wellness-obsessed era, though largely in jest. I learnt in earnest what those three words genuinely mean.
- by Nadine J. Cohen
Opinion
Opinion
Taylor Swift gave me the unexpected gift of time with my daughter
I casually learnt in precious snippets the parts of herself that she’s discovering. All because I stopped and surrendered to that moment in time.
- by Jo Stanley
‘I love a bold-coloured suit’: Inside Sarah Harris’ wardrobe
“My fashion mood is often influenced by the news of the day.”
- by Georgie Gordon
How to use concealer to highlight and ‘lift the face’
Expert advice on the magic make-up product that can conceal, brighten and sculpt.
- by Stephanie Darling
Bring back ’90s grunge for an understated allure
Think edgy combinations, drapey fabrics and a hint of lingerie.
How to bring pops of colour into a white-dominant room
It makes for a modern look with a touch of retro finesse.
- by Georgie Gordon
Author Martin Flanagan: Women can tell you things you don’t otherwise know
“They bring different wisdom and intuition.”
- by Robyn Doreian
Ashley was so sick during her pregnancy that she had to quit her job
Women suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum can experience severe nausea and vomiting which may last their whole pregnancy.
- by Evelyn Lewin
What this actor eats to prepare for playing Tina Turner at night
Ruva Ngwenya doesn’t like having a full stomach before show time.
- by Nicole Economos
Adam Liaw’s lamb rissoles with beetroot yoghurt
This Aussie classic has fallen out of favour recently. These lamb rissoles have provided an update with a beetroot yoghurt.
- by Adam Liaw
Sunday baking project: Adam Liaw’s macadamia and honey cigars
These filo pastry cigars are almost a cheat’s baklava. Filled with nuts and drenched in a rich honey syrup.
- by Adam Liaw
Libra: Don’t be overly concerned with being ‘the good guy’ this week
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari