Lifestyle
Spin the globe: A mystery itinerary for the curious, retired traveller
12 February
Retirement brings with it a rare luxury: time without deadlines, mornings without alarms, and the freedom to say yes to curiosity. This itinerary begins not with a booking engine or a checklist, but with a simple ritual. Place your hands on a globe....[Read More]
Top 10 ways people relieve stress (and why it matters more than you think)
12 February
Stress is part of modern life, but living in a constant state of tension isn’t. Left unchecked, stress can quietly erode your physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships, and overall quality of life. The good news? Many of the most...[Read More]
Aged care isn’t just about care: What families need to know before it’s urgent
12 February
Aged care is a broad term used to describe the support and services provided to older Australians who need help with everyday living as they age. This can range from basic assistance at home—such as cleaning, meals, and transport—through to...[Read More]
Tips on teaching your kids about investment
12 February
How to Teach Your Kids About Investment As a parent, you want what’s best for your children. This is why you teach them about cleanliness, health, nutrition, good behaviour, the value of education and so on. But how come very few parents take the...[Read More]
Not a real doctor: AI struggles to treat human patients
11 February
Just because artificially intelligent chatbots can pass medical exams does not mean they should operate as doctors, a study warns, as they can provide deadly medical advice. In one case, two men who asked an AI tool about a brain bleed received...[Read More]
The way to happiness and success
5 February
Happiness and success are deeply intertwined but aren’t always the result of material gains or high-status positions. Instead, a fulfilling life and career stem from aligning your values, passions, and actions in ways that promote well-being and...[Read More]
Preparing to go caravanning in Australia
5 February
Preparing for a caravanning trip in Australia is an exciting venture, especially for those embracing the freedom of remote work. Australia’s diverse landscapes, from its sun-kissed beaches to the rugged outback, provide a spectacular backdrop for...[Read More]
Financial independence: guiding adult children to contribute at home
5 February
Many parents face the question of when their adult children living at home should start paying board and contributing to household expenses and chores as they transition into adulthood. The question of when and how much to charge, as well as the...[Read More]
Discount loans to drive down the price of electric cars
5 February
Motorists will be offered another incentive to choose electric over petrol through a $60 million program to cut the cost of car loans. The Climate Energy Finance Corporation announced the scheme in partnership with Hyundai on Tuesday, revealing it...[Read More]
Petrol, diesel cars slow while hybrids, EVs speed up
4 February
A growing number of motorists are putting the brakes on petrol and diesel vehicles, instead choosing hybrid and electric models for their next car. The trend is accelerating in 2026, according to figures from the Federal Chamber of Automotive...[Read More]
Blood test could bolster brain cancer survival rates
4 February
A simple blood test could improve the lives of brain cancer patients and boost tragically low survival rates. Australian scientists have developed a diagnostic device that reads tiny biological particles in a patient’s bloodstream to analyse how...[Read More]
Tourists begin paying to see Rome’s Trevi Fountain
4 February
Tourists keen to follow tradition by tossing a coin into Rome’s Trevi Fountain will need to dig a little deeper as the city introduces a visitor fee. The new 2-euro ($A3.40) charge, aimed at easing overtourism and helping fund upkeep of the...[Read More]
Valentine’s day: The good, the bad, and what really matters
29 January
Valentine’s Day tends to divide opinion like few other dates on the calendar. For some, it’s a highlight — hearts in shop windows, dinner reservations, flowers wrapped in crisp paper. For others, it’s awkward, commercialised, or even...[Read More]
Spin the globe: A couple’s guide to travelling slowly, deeply, and together
29 January
There’s a moment that happens when you travel as a couple — usually somewhere between packing bags and boarding a plane — where you realise this trip isn’t really about the destination at all. It’s about time. Time away from routines,...[Read More]
What’s for dinner? Aussies cook up fresh uses for AI
28 January
Australians are using artificial intelligence tools to impress their boss and cut hours from their working week but the technology is also creeping into the kitchen and renovation plans. Preparing special meals for friends and family has emerged as...[Read More]