Nicole Kidman: “It's nice to make people laugh for a change”

Oscar buzz is humming for Nicole Kidman’s brilliant portrayal of comedienne Lucille Ball. In a candid interview as Nic returns to our shores with her family, she reveals why this was such a tough and special role, the magic that fuels her marriage and how protecting her daughters is her top priority.

FOOD or SEX? “That's the cruellest question I've ever been asked!”

Actor Stanley Tucci’s lockdown videos and Emmy-winning food show turned him into a hot, midlife crush. Now he’s written a memoir about cooking, love and loss.

GAME, SET & MATCH

In 1922, the Australian Open hosted its first women’s championship. It was the beginning of an epic contest that would take women from the back courts to the Grand Slam, and pave the way for the superstars of modern tennis.

Escaping the Chrysanthemum cage

Meet Mako Komuro, the Japanese princess who created a storm of controversy when she sacrificed her ties to family, wealth and title to marry the man she loves.

Kiwi cuisine queen Sue's sweet taste of success

Sue Fleischl’s journey to culinary excellence was a colourful one, with the Great Kiwi Bake Off judge becoming a solo mum and battling cancer while building her empire.

MIRANDA TAPSELL The greatest gift of all

When December 25 rolls around, acclaimed Australian actress, Miranda Tapsell, will be taking on her biggest role to date – that of mum. She reveals her roller-coaster road to pregnancy and her hopes and dreams for her much longed-for first baby.

Joanna Lumley “I think the world of The Queen”

Joanna Lumley believes in the mystery of monarchy, thinks The Crown TV series is “rubbish” and sees The Queen as the mother of the nation. In a fascinating interview, the 75-year-old talks about royalty, growing wiser and why we must teach our children better.

Royal insider

Behind Palace gates with Juliet Rieden

Nadia and family A Very country christmas

The Master Chef turned farmer tells Emma Clifton why she is bringing old traditions back to life – but with a more sustainable, family-friendly flavour.

On the first month of COVID

Pat reflects on the unexpected blessings of another 12 months spent in pandemic mode.

DREW BARRYMORE FINDING HOME

Drew Barrymore’s life has been dominated by movies, but as the pandemic raged she realised home is where her heart is. She snuggled down with her daughters, some chickens, and penned a cookbook. This is her story ...

Deer to my heart

On the slopes of Mount Samson in the lush forests of southern Queensland, Kelly Prisk has inherited a special sanctuary for lost, unloved and unwanted deer.

Bright ideas for a Merry christmas

The best memories are made when gathered around a table – and that’s especially true during the holiday season when you can create experiences that last a lifetime.

A ray of light

When a drunk driver struck seven children from one family, killing four, their devastated parents stunned the world by forgiving him. The Abdallahs speak about the joy and strength that family still brings them, and reveal the very special new reason they have to smile.

Hoax or healer?

After the death of their father, Gary Nunn’s sister consulted psychics to help her through the grief. But were they fraudsters, out to exploit the vulnerable, or did they really have a direct line to the afterlife? Gary set out to find the truth.

Julia Child Queen of the kitchen

At the age of 50, she started a revolution that would change both the culinary and television worlds. As a new documentary charts her extraordinary career, we revisit the life and legacy of Julia Child.

How to make your life more organic

The crunchy granola vibe is gone – today, organic options are available everywhere. And if you’re not on board, experts say switching just one or two items will make a difference to your wellbeing and our beautiful planet.

Hope & healing THE QUEEN AT Christmas

After another annus horribilis, Her Majesty is looking forward to a merry, family-filled festive season, writes acclaimed royal author William Langley.

SONGS FROM LIFE

Paul McCartney’s songs are the story of his life. In this extract from his new two-volume tome, The Lyrics, the former Beatle reveals the love and loss behind two of his most iconic ballads.

My passion for Percy Joan Collins

In an explosive extract from her uncensored diaries, Dame Joan Collins reveals the truth about the love match everyone said would never last.

OUT OF AFRICA

In a quest to save wild African lions from extinction, filmmaker Rogue Rubin went undercover, posing as a big game trophy-hunt photographer and putting her own life at risk. She reveals her terrifying journey.

From teen mum to the top Fighting for our children

In her role as Assistant Māori Commissioner for Children, mother-of-seven Glenis Philip-Barbara is tackling racism and inspiring our tamariki.

Dick Smith ‘‘I won the lottery of life"

Dick Smith was the class dork who became a multi millionaire and then risked his life in spine-tingling adventures circumnavigating the world. Fearing she might lose him every step of the way was the love of his life, Pip.

Christmas at Annabel's: It's the little moments of joy and happiness

The Kiwi cooking queen shares with Emma Clifton her recipe for times like these: simple food from the heart, served with love.

Here's to you Mrs Johnson

In the British PM’s inner circle she is both loved and despised, but just how much power does the newlywed and recently pregnant Carrie Johnson wield at Number 10?

Cooking for change SOPHIE'S RECIPE FOR A REVOLUTION

The Destitute Gourmet has a lot on her plate with feeding New Zealand’s hungry.

How to make your own luck

Luck is something that’s not easy to measure or study, but those who have done just that discovered it’s not the work of fate, it’s a skill you can cultivate and improve. So how do you go about it?

Marilyn & me

On her final film, Marilyn Monroe gave a young photographer his big break. Those photos and others Lawrence Schiller captured, plus the story behind them, are revealed in a thrilling new book.

Paula Bennett “I still need a stage...”

From teen solo mum to Deputy Prime Minister to TV host, the former MP tells Emma Clifton why we should all embrace reinvention.

Sarah, Duchess of York I DARED to DREAM

As she embarks on a new career as a novelist, aged 61, Sarah, Duchess of York talks candidly about the traumas and triumphs of her tumultuous life.