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Love, Courage And The Women Who Made Me
The Australian Women's Weekly

Love, Courage And The Women Who Made Me

At just 26, Natasha Stott Despoja strode into Parliament House in her Doc Martens boots with a head full of idealism. By the time she left, writes Samantha Trenoweth, Natasha was the youngest-ever leader of a political party and a catalyst for change.

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March 2018
The Ride Of Your Life?
The Australian Women's Weekly

The Ride Of Your Life?

A spate of deaths and serious injuries from joy flights in recent months has made many people wonder if the thrill of a lifetime is worth risking your life.

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March 2018
On The Rebound
The Australian Women's Weekly

On The Rebound

Dr Jodi Rowley is using a mobile phone app on her mission to help frogs bouce back. Samantha Trenoweth meets Jodi, her extraordinary mum and a room full of their little green friends.

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March 2018
Five Steps To Financial Health
The Australian Women's Weekly

Five Steps To Financial Health

Giving a little time and attention to your finances can yield huge monetary benefits, according to Money magazine editor Effie Zahos.

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April 2019
Sophie Delezio - I'm Going To Spread My Wings
The Australian Women's Weekly

Sophie Delezio - I'm Going To Spread My Wings

Sophie Delezio, the brave little girl who suffered burns to 85 per cent of her body when a car slammed into a daycare centre, has grown into a confident young woman about to leave home and travel overseas. She shares her quest for freedom with Michael Sheather.

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April 2019
Healer? Visionary? Monster?
The Australian Women's Weekly

Healer? Visionary? Monster?

Self-styled spiritual guru and Universal Medicine leader Serge Benhayon has recruited thousands of devoted followers to his cult, where he claims to be able to heal and likens himself to Jesus. But as Susan Chenery reports, a new court case may finally bring an end to his web of deceit and the string of victims in his wake.

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April 2019
Is It A Headache Or A Migraine?
The Australian Women's Weekly

Is It A Headache Or A Migraine?

There is nothing quite like a pounding headache to ruin your day. However, there is a big difference between regular headaches and a genuine attack of migraine, says Professor Kerryn Phelps.

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April 2019
“I'm A Bloody Lucky Man”
The Australian Women's Weekly

“I'm A Bloody Lucky Man”

Hugh Jackman is at the top of his game. Yet, as Michael Sheather reports, if not for his wife and family, he might be a completely different guy.

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April 2019
The Power Of One
The Australian Women's Weekly

The Power Of One

Kath Koschel has faced injury and heartbreak, but she wouldn’t change a thing about her incredible journey, she tells Tiffany Dunk.

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April 2019
Jane Fonda 'I'm Done With Marriage And Dating'
The Australian Women's Weekly

Jane Fonda 'I'm Done With Marriage And Dating'

Jane Fonda is as outspoken, mischievous and political as ever. She talks to Sophie Heawood about racism, cosmetic surgery, men and the joys of working again with Robert Redford.

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August 2018
Why Mary Is The Jewel In Denmark's Crown
The Australian Women's Weekly

Why Mary Is The Jewel In Denmark's Crown

The evolution of Crown Prince Frederik, the playboy royal who longed to be free, to 50-year-old heir apparent and father winning Danish hearts and minds, has a lot to do with the impressive Aussie by his side. Juliet Rieden investigates the secret to Denmark’s power couple.

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August 2018
The Sleeping Prince
The Australian Women's Weekly

The Sleeping Prince

The 11-week-old fifth in line to the throne arrived at his baptism fast asleep in his mother’s arms, Juliet Rieden reports.

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August 2018
A Very Special Bond
The Australian Women's Weekly

A Very Special Bond

The speed of the evolution of actress Meghan Markle into royal Duchess of Sussex is dazzling to watch, and in many ways is thanks to the Queen – her joyful supporter. 

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August 2018
Do You Know Your Heart Risk? Attack
The Australian Women's Weekly

Do You Know Your Heart Risk? Attack

Women have different heart attack symptoms to men so it’s important to know your risk factors.

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December 2018
Half A Century & Not Out
The Australian Women's Weekly

Half A Century & Not Out

Forget the razzmatazz – turning 50 is going to be a date with the couch and a crochet needle.

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December 2018
Finding Hope In The Ashes
The Australian Women's Weekly

Finding Hope In The Ashes

A decade ago, author Ella Holcombe lost her parents and childhood home in the Black Saturday bushfires. Despite the unimaginable tragedy, Susan Horsburgh finds it has inspired healing and hope.

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February 2019
Brave Heart
The Australian Women's Weekly

Brave Heart

When her husband committed suicide, Gurjit Sondhu had three choices. She could return to India, she could buckle beneath the grief or she could manage the farm herself. In the end, the choice was easy. Gurjit revs up the ute and takes Heather Ewart and Karen Michelmore on a tour of her farm.

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February 2019
Love, Luck & Impossible Sadness
The Australian Women's Weekly

Love, Luck & Impossible Sadness

At 84, chat show king Sir Michael Parkinson is flying back to his second home, Australia, for a stage show in which his son, Mike, turns the tables to interview him. Here both Michaels open up to Juliet Rieden about the towering highs and dark lows of a very lucky life.

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August 2019
It's What's Inside That Counts
The Australian Women's Weekly

It's What's Inside That Counts

Osteoporosis is inevitable bone thinning and there’s little we can do about it, right? Wrong. Doctors want us to know that knowledge is power, you can make a difference and there are treatments that work.

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August 2019
Miss You More
The Australian Women's Weekly

Miss You More

When Loren O’Keeffe’s brother went missing, she dedicated years of her life to finding him. Sue Smethurst meets the tireless advocate for those whose loved ones have vanished.

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August 2019
Archie's Day Of Joy
The Australian Women's Weekly

Archie's Day Of Joy

Prince Harry and Meghan looked totally smitten with baby son Archie following his private and intimate christening, writes Juliet Rieden.

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August 2019
I Wouldn't Let Them Break Me
The Australian Women's Weekly

I Wouldn't Let Them Break Me

Debbie Kilroy’s journey from criminal to lawyer has earned her an Order of Australia. But Susan Chenery finds this feisty advocate will never forget her sisters inside.

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March 2019
Long Live Love
The Australian Women's Weekly

Long Live Love

Australia’s oldest married couple first met as teenagers on the Adelaide streets. After 80 years together, centenarians Ron and Esther Collings tell Bronwyn Phillips that a healthy sense of individuality is the key to a successful marriage.

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March 2019
Crime And Punishment
The Australian Women's Weekly

Crime And Punishment

Forget running in heels – the unfashionable curse of middle age has left many flat-footed.

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March 2019
'I'm Still Proving Myself'
The Australian Women's Weekly

'I'm Still Proving Myself'

She is one of the world’s greatest actresses, yet Judi Dench is still striving to be better. In an extraordinary exclusive interview, the “naughty” 82-year-old talks to Louise Gannon about finding love again, her famous friends and the joy of playing Queen Victoria.

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October 2017
Many Happier Returns
The Australian Women's Weekly

Many Happier Returns

If you want to prosper in a time of historic low interest rates, don’t tie up your funds in a bank account, writes Money magazine founding.

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October 2017
To Our Girls, He's Just Daddy
The Australian Women's Weekly

To Our Girls, He's Just Daddy

When Michael Bellert suffered an aneurysm at 30, the prognosis was bleak. His only option was aged care, but wife Lauren had other ideas. She tells Susan Horsburgh why the young need to be kept out of nursing homes.

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October 2017
Reasons To Be Glad
The Australian Women's Weekly

Reasons To Be Glad

For a riot of blooming colour in your garden this summer, you can’t go past the hardy gladioli.

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November 2017
Maggie's Good Medicine
The Australian Women's Weekly

Maggie's Good Medicine

Maggie Beer fiercely believes that good food can dramatically improve our quality of life – particularly as we age. Now, writes Genevieve Gannon, TV’s favourite cook is teaming up with a leading expert to combat Alzheimer’s disease.

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November 2017
Madam President?
The Australian Women's Weekly

Madam President?

The 2020 US election will mark 100 years since women won the vote in America and waiting in the wings to fight Trump are three incredible female Democrats, hoping to celebrate the anniversary with a woman in the White House. Nick Bryant investigates.

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May 2018