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What Australian women want the new Prime Minister to know.

by Raffaella Ciccarelli

Walton Goggins was asked about those feud rumours with Aimee Lou Wood. His response spoke volumes.

Prince Harry said he misses the UK but can't take his children there. Buckingham Palace responded.

'The morning after the wedding.' 10 women on the moment they knew they married the wrong person.

Weekend Watch: This romantic TV show is here to keep you company this weekend.

Mackenzie Anderson's abuser was out on parole for two weeks. Then he killed her.

Everyone's hot now, but no one is 'normal hot'.

Terra Newell killed 'Dirty John' in self defence. It wasn't the end of her story.

In 4 words, RecipeTin Eats' Nagi just said what she really thinks about the Brooki feud.

'I help couples overcome "sexual flatness". There's 4 steps I swear by.'

People We Meet On Vacation will be Netflix's biggest rom-com of the year. You need to read it first.

Every horrifying allegation against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.

'Confused about what to wear to a winter wedding? I've found the best options.'

Editor's Picks

'I was in Europe with my best friend when she told me something that changed the entire trip.'

A decade ago, Tessa James got a shock diagnosis. Then she made a promise to herself.

The questions to ask instead of making small talk.

The problem with Another Simple Favour has nothing to do with its leading ladies.

Well

The difference between burnout and stress (and how to solve it).

Dr Rebecca Goadby

Your body knows you have burnout. Here's how to spot it.

Cassandra Green

'The dangerous endometriosis advice that almost cost me my life.'

At 30, Olivia went off the pill. What followed was '10 years of hell'.

'After 7 surgeries to 'manage' endometriosis, here's what I wish someone told me 19 years ago.'

The energy chart Zoë Foster Blake uses proves you're not lazy. You're exhausted.

Everything you've ever known about your period is probably wrong.

Dr Rebecca Goadby

'I was told my pain was 'normal' for 20 years. Here's what finally helped me.'

Just take the pill or have a baby. These are the myths keeping us in pain.

Australian women do not feel well. When we asked them their symptoms, here's what they said.

We got 3 men to experience period pain. Here's exactly how it went.

Cassandra Green

Lifestyle

The trending nail designs everyone is obsessing over in 2025.

'I've tried hundreds of anti-ageing serums but this $35 one tops them all.'

'My 4 affordable ways to elevate even the most boring outfits.'

Subscriber Exclusive

'My girlfriend encouraged me to be an escort...so I became one.'

Josephine Agostino

'I was uninvited from my son's wedding without an explanation. Two years later, I got a text.'

'Something was "off" about the man I was dating. Then he turned up at my friend’s house.'

Meet the women over 50 turning to escorts to save their marriages.

'At 70 I hired a male escort for the first time. Then I asked for a refund.'

The outfit combinations that will get you compliments with minimal effort.

'I dated a man who swears by one test to find your perfect match. He dumped me after I failed.'

'I never thought I'd sleep with a married man. Then I received an unexpected text.'

Before Ozempic, there was the Special K Diet of the early noughties. It explains a lot.

'The 5 trend-proof pieces that'll give you the best cost-per-wear.'

'I lent my best friend money after her divorce. How she spent it blindsided me.'

'I always thought my kink was too much. Then I finally told my partner.'

'I thought I was in a happy relationship. Then I found my boyfriend's secret Facebook.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'The "confidence clothes" I wear when I want to feel my best.'

'When my husband's towel slipped, I noticed his shaved pubic hair. I knew it wasn't for me.'

'I broke up with a man for not wanting kids. I'm not even sure I want them either.'

DIARY OF A SEX WORKER: The week Annie Knight dealt with a pegging incident and an angry girlfriend.

'My husband said the birthday card was from his mum. The message told a different story.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'My favourite unexpected fashion colour combos (and how to pull them off).'

'I left my miserable, sexless marriage. Then my ex-husband's friend made a drunken confession.'

News

'I gave my husband my Apple ID. It left me fearing for my life.'

Raffaella Ciccarelli

Raffaella Ciccarelli

For months, Qiong's family thought she was texting them from Brisbane. She was already dead.

Before her death, Virginia Giuffre made a promise. Now her family says something's not right.

She invited them over for a 'special meal'. The mushrooms she served allegedly killed three of them.

When Dawn Singleton was stabbed inside Westfield, she asked for an ambulance. Paramedics couldn't enter.

I'm sorry, who? All the minor parties on your Senate ballot sheet, explained.

Indigenous Stories

The landmark domestic violence news that barely made the headlines this week.

The silent national tally we need to be talking about.

Brooke Boney changed Australian breakfast TV. Today she said goodbye.

9 of the best books to connect kids to Country this NAIDOC week.

6 Indigenous Elders you need to follow online.

Shopping sorted: Our favourite Indigenous-owned businesses and artists to buy from.

7 ways to support our Indigenous community this Reconciliation Week and beyond.

These 5 Indigenous women are trailblazers. Here's what they want you to know.

The gap isn't closing. Far from it.

'I'm an Aboriginal Elder. Here are 8 ways you can support Indigenous Australians on January 26.'

Aunty Munya Andrews

6 important facts Australians should know about January 26.

Weapons, criminals and a bizarre flag: Foreign invaders have arrived in Sydney harbour.

Clare and Jessie Stephens

Entertainment

The Met Gala theme has been announced, and this one has been a long time coming.

Cassandra Green

Cassandra Green

The Spice Girl that never was. And the story of the popstar who took her place.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

Tina Fey's new Netflix show is a chaotic ode to your mid-life era.

Teresa Palmer and the 10-page letter that changed her life.

Netflix's The Thursday Murder Club is about to become your next cosy-crime obsession.

Why you've never really seen Beyonce's youngest kids until now.

Shannen Findlay

Shannen Findlay

Relationships

The candle, firework or mirror relationship theory predicts if yours is built to last.

The three words that explain all your friendship issues.

Nia and Adrian shared everything, including finances. But Adrian had a secret.

Meet the women over 50 turning to escorts to save their marriages.

HOROSCOPES: Speak clearly, and trust that you'll be heard.

'At my lowest point, I was smoking meth as police raided my home. Then one thing changed me.'

'I love my husband, but this one compliment he constantly gets frustrates me.'

'At 70 I hired a male escort for the first time. Then I asked for a refund.'

'I dated a man who swears by one test to find your perfect match. He dumped me after I failed.'

'I used to wonder why some people left my life. Then I learned about the "last meeting theory."'

'I thought I knew how to date. Then I learnt about the "alien theory."'

HOROSCOPES: Taurus season brings a subtle but definite vibe shift.

'The one thing I wish I knew before my 10-year relationship fell apart.'

'I was so close to my grandparents growing up. Now, they refuse to speak to me.'

'I thought my dating life was normal, until I learnt about the floodlighting theory.'

'I never thought I'd sleep with a married man. Then I received an unexpected text.'

'I lent my best friend money after her divorce. How she spent it blindsided me.'

'I always thought my kink was too much. Then I finally told my partner.'

HOROSCOPES: The new moon is bringing everything to light.

'I'm 48 and have never been on a girls' trip. It's not because I don't want to.'

Family

The Farmer Wants A Wife salaries have been leaked. It's grim.

'This is the perfect list of questions to ask yourself before having kids, trust me.'

A weekend uniform rule and 6 other parenting shortcuts for when patience has left the chat.

Hours after announcing their pregnancy, Laura and Matty J revealed the gender.

'I'm 43 with two kids. I just quit my job to find love.'

What an expert really wants you to know about early childhood education.

Mamamia Favourites

'I tried the cult skincare duo everyone's raving about. Here's my honest verdict.'

Teresa McNamara

Everyone's raving about this festival near Brisbane and yep, it's kid-friendly.

From $38 to $160: The ultimate Mother’s Day gift guide for the hair-obsessed.

Turns out, your daily habits shift in your 40s. 8 women weigh in.

Jacqui McCallum

'The SUV you’re seeing everywhere? I spent 2 weeks in it, and I have... notes.'

Jessie Stephens

'It's official. I just found a holiday spot that rivals Byron (without the price tag).'

What an expert really wants you to know about early childhood education.

'If you think you know Australian dairy farmers, think again.'

Holly Wainwright

You're not imagining it, burnout culture is more prevalent than ever.

Hannah Vanderheide

'This viral TikTok skincare brand just launched an overnight face repair cream. I tried it for $22.'

The 7 items every woman needs in their autumn wardrobe.

'I spent a day on a dairy farm. It wasn't just a pretty place to work.'

Holly Wainwright

Just diagnosed with endometriosis? Here's what you need to know.

Valentina Todoroska

A foster care expert's honest answers to your burning questions.

'Tell me you’re in the toddler stage without telling me you’re in the toddler stage.'

Hannah Vanderheide

The Frida Kahlo exhibition everyone's talking about and yes, it's an Aussie first.

Jessica Staveley

A lifestyle editor's no-BS guide to bra shopping like a pro.

Cassandra Green

We found a $41 vitamin C serum that 3 women say rivals the expensive ones.

Keeley Mercieca

The You Beauty Awards are around the corner. These are the 5 products to look out for.

'I've cracked the parenting code to Easter (and no, it doesn't include sugar).'

More

'Apparently, all kids need to hear these four words. Turns out, so do I.'

Meet your 2025 You Beauty Award winners.

Sharni Vinson rose to fame as Cassie on Home and Away. Here’s a look at her life now.

Last month, Jaime King lost her home and custody of her children. She just shared a sad update.

Move over, soap nails! 'Cat eye nails' are this season's most requested manicure.

ZOE MARSHALL: 'I only kept one secret from my mum. After she died, it almost killed me.'

A man has been jailed for a crime so evil his sentence is an Australian first. It barely made the news.

Everyone who is (and isn't) invited to Jacqui and Clint's wedding.

How to sort every item in your closet, according to professional wardrobe organisers.

Just the 9 best Black Mirror episodes that are actually worth your time.

Chelsea McLaughlin

'When my baby passed away, my work cancelled my maternity leave.'

'The 5 budget skincare products that actually work for over 50s skin.'

Teresa McNamara

'Just 20 minutes from Greece, this hidden Mediterranean gem needs to be on your travel list.'

'Trust me, this piece is the unsung hero of your autumn wardrobe.'

Australia’s Next Top Model runner-up Lucy Markovic has died, aged 27.

When Ed Sheeran's wife was in her second pregnancy, he penned a heartbreaking diary entry.

People called them the ‘Canadian Kardashians’. Their luxurious lifestyles would end in a jail cell.

'I've been using Ozempic for 5 months... and the haters were right.'

Piper was 8 when her mum put her on YouTube. Behind the scenes was more disturbing than anyone realised.

Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher's divorce was nothing like we were told.

These viral videos have nailed the unspoken rules of the sacred girlie group chat.

'I thought I was in a happy relationship. Then I found my boyfriend's secret Facebook.'

9 shows to fill The White Lotus-shaped hole in your life.

Chelsea McLaughlin

The Frida Kahlo exhibition everyone's talking about and yes, it's an Aussie first.

Jessica Staveley

'My husband is still alive but he doesn't remember me. I'm dating someone new.'

A lifestyle editor's no-BS guide to bra shopping like a pro.

Cassandra Green

'I lost weight for my wedding. This is why I regret it.'

'I'm a dermatologist. Here's what I really think about these 3 cult at-home devices.'

The 9 new arrivals our shopping editor needs you to see.

'I went to prison, but being inside wasn't the worst part.'

At 30, Olivia went off the pill. What followed was '10 years of hell'.

The most unexpected MAFS friendships that formed off-screen.

Yes, your friends are talking about you. And other lessons from the 'White Lotus Three'.

Holly Wainwright

'I've survived unimaginable loss three times. But please don't call me resilient.'

When Walton Goggins' wife died in tragic circumstances, he went to Thailand. Fate would take him back.

After Meghan Markle gave birth, she was given a 'rare and scary' diagnosis.

Want to shape what you read and hear from us? Enter this month’s surveys for a chance to win!

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