

Rachael Finch welcomes first child!
Former Miss Universe Australia Rachael Finch has welcomed a her first child! The new mum and her husband Michael Miziner shared the news in a statement this afternoon. “Michael and I are excited to announce the arrival of our first child,” she said. “We are both healthy and happy and taking this moment to rest […]

Michael and Catherine are ‘working things out’
It looks like Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones are making an effort to mend the rift between them after he thanked her in his Emmys acceptance speech. The actor, 68, who announced his separation from wife Catherine, 43, in August, referred to her affectionately when he picked up his Outstanding Lead Actor gong for Behind […]

Best dressed at the 2013 Emmys
The glamorous 2013 Emmy Awards have rolled out the finest frocks and sleekest looks this year. Australian actress Rose Byrne captured the flashing bulbs on the red carpet and the heart of her man Bobby Cannanvale, who namde her the love of his life during his acceptance speech. There was a definite theme emerging in […]

Kate and William’s secret life in Wales
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge enjoyed a quiet and carefree life in their country house in Wales in a small seaside town, but even then they wore silly disguises and would drive around in a beat-up van in search of anonymity. Prince William and Kate’s secrecy-seeking antics were very entertaining to the residents of […]

Prince Harry on his way to Australia
Look out ladies, fun-loving Prince Harry is heading to Australia! The 28-year-old prince will be part of a series of navy events and will attend the International Fleet Review on October 5th. “The Prince will embark on HMAS Leeuwin with Her Excellency Quentin Bryce AC CVO, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, The Honourable Tony […]

Anna Bligh: Cancer knocked me for six
Former Queensland premier Anna Bligh had her whole head shaved while undergoing treatment for cancer, and says the process left her feeling “like an egghead, but very loved”. In an exclusive interview to celebrate the 80th birthday of The Australian Women’s Weekly, Ms Bligh says that being diagnosed with cancer “was not something I took […]

To you, he’s a Down syndrome baby – to me, he’s just perfect
To some people, Katrina Abianac’s eight-month-old son Parker is just another Down syndrome baby but to her, he’s a beautiful little boy who just happens to have Down syndrome. It’s a small but significant distinction Katrina wishes more people understood. My world spun and clicked when I was told my baby son had Down Syndrome. […]

Crown Princess Mary: Our October cover girl
In the company of one of Australia’s most prominent women, Her Excellency, the Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia, the honourable Quentin Bryce, and some of the inspiring Australian women who have graced the cover of The Weekly, the magazine’s 80th birthday collector’s edition cover has been revealed. Australia’s own royal, Crown Princess Mary […]

Did Shane Warne and Liz Hurley break up?
After three years of sharing their every kiss on social media Shane Warne and Liz Hurley have asked for privacy. Zoe Arnold asks whether the first step is logging off Twitter.

Scholarship winners announced: Meet our Women of the Future
When we called for young women to enter a $100,000 scholarship contest to mark our 80th birthday, we were overwhelmed with inspirational entries. Now the judges and The Weekly’s readers have made their decision and it’s time to reveal our Women of the Future. Sydney schoolteacher Susanna Matters runs a charity providing sanitary pads to […]

First look inside William and Kate’s Welsh hideaway
It was their love nest for three years — now we’ve finally got a glimpse inside the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s Anglesey home. An interior photograph of William and Kate’s rented farmhouse has been released, giving the public its first look inside the royal couple’s home. The image was taken while the couple still […]

Four fit tricks with Jesinta Campbell
Jesinta Campbell is one seriously busy woman! Not only is she the face of Wonderbra and the star of the new campaign for Asics sports shoes, she’s also an ambassador for the Bauer Media 30 Days Of Fashion & Beauty. “Exercise is as much about the way it makes me feel as keeping in shape,” she says. Jesinta keeps in […]

Stars get Emmy’s red carpet ready
The stars certainly shone as they hit the 65th Emmy Awards red carpet and some were willing to share a behind the scenes sneak peek at how they got their look. Sharing snaps on Instagram and Twitter, some celebrities were happy to show themselves in the make-up chair or at the salon. From Zooey Deschanel‘s […]

Claire Danes steals the show at Emmy Awards
Looking angelic in a delicate champagne-coloured gown and debuting a cropped blonde bob, Homeland actress Claire Danes claimed the spotlight on the 65th Emmy Awards red carpet.

Zara Phillips steps out with blossoming baby bump
A very pregnant Zara Phillips took her blossoming baby bump out on the town on Saturday night as she stepped out in a royal blue gown. The 32-year-old royal, who is expecting her first child with husband Mike Tindall in the new year, attended the glamorous Boodles Boxing Ball with a band of young royals. […]

Luxembourg royals wed in fairy tale ceremony
Another week, another glamorous royal wedding, this time in the South of France, where Luxembourg’s Prince Felix married Claire Lademacher in a church ceremony worthy of a Disney film. The bride chose a spectacular ivory lace Elie Saab gown, accessorised with a tiara and a stunning cathedral-length veil. The young couple were met with rapturous […]

I died twice – now I speak to ghosts!
Elaine Flynn has diced with death, and it’s left her with a heavenly gift – she has a direct line to ghosts! The 47-year-old Queensland mum, who “died” once as a child and then again more recently, says she regularly chats with those who’ve “crossed over” for good. Elaine first became aware of her supernatural […]

*Big Brother*’s Zoe: My first bikini at 24!
The former BB housemate has the last laugh at internet trolls with her hot new bod. At 24 years old, 2012 Big Brother star Zoe Westgarth is slipping into her first-ever bikini – and the loveable country girl is incredibly nervous. “I used to live for winter because I could cover myself up,” she admits. […]

Jessica Simpson beats Kim in $8 million diet battle
Kim K’s hardball negotiation tactics land Jess Simpson a juicy diet deal. Kim Kardashian’s so money hungry for a post-baby “body reveal” it’s edged her out of the running for a $5 million diet deal. Fed up with her greed, it’s believed US Weight Watchers have snatched their offer from the table and instead nearly […]

Confirmed: Prince Harry coming to Sydney in October
Mary and Kate wannabes get ready — the world’s most eligible prince in landing Down Under next month to make your royal dreams come true. Kensington Palace has confirmed Prince Harry will visit Australia as guest of honour at the Navy’s centenary fleet gala in Sydney Harbour on October 5. “The Prince will embark on […]

Tour the USA with The Australian Women’s Weekly
From Barneys on Madison Avenue to Saks on Fifth Avenue, you will shop Sex and the City style in The Australian Women’s Weekly’s 21-day tour of America.

The PI saving lonely hearts from online scams
Julia Robson spends her life trawling internet dating sites but she’s not looking for love — she’s a savvy private investigator making sure her clients’ Prince (or Princess) Charming are who they say they are. It’s a field that didn’t exist a decade ago but Julia’s phone is ringing non-stop, with dozens of lonely hearts […]

Best dressed at the Brownlows
The 2013 Brownlow red carpet certainly didn’t disappoint, with partners of AFL’s elite showing off their sparkle. It was all about daring necklines, bright colours and jewel encrusted gowns this year with Rebecca Judd, Jessie Habermann and Clementine McVeigh taking out the looks of the night. Check out all of the Brownlow beauties here!

Meet the Muslim Miss World
A 21-year-old woman from Nigeria has been crowned Muslim Miss World at the annual international pageant in Indonesia. Obabiyi Aishah Ajibola fell to the floor sobbing when she was crowned the winner of the beauty contest in a glittering stage spectacle in Jakarta. It is the third Muslim Miss World pageant and was held in […]

Celebrity couples that never got married
Reports that Shane Warne and Elizabeth Hurley have upset fans anticipating one of the biggest weddings this century. Here's a look at some other celebrity couples who split before they tied the knot.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s diva-like gym demands
Gwyneth Paltrow insists she's not a diva but a list of requirements the A-list actress demands are met before she enters her exclusive gym indicates otherwise.

Highest paid couples in Hollywood
Jay Z and Beyonce have, once again, been crowned the highest paid couple in Hollywood on the Forbes list. These two aren’t just a power couple, they are both very savvy business people, which is why they earned a combined $95 million between June 2012 and June 2013. The pair are well ahead, $15 million […]

Shane Warne reveals he hasn’t split from Liz Hurley but they have ‘relationship issues’
Shane Warne has rubbished reports that his relationship with actress Elizabeth Hurley is over, but the social media savvy couple's tweets all but confirm all is not well with their romance.

William’s guard dogs put down days after he left military base
Two military dogs that loyally protected the Duke of Cambridge throughout his active duty in the air force were put down only days after he completed his final shift. According to the Ministry of Defence Belgian Shepard Brus and his colleague Blade, a German Shephard, were unable to be rehomed. A spokesperson said the patrol […]

Shane and Liz break their Twitter silence on split
Elizabeth Hurley and Shane Warne have put an end to their uncharacteristic Twitter silence, both giving insight into their recent relationship troubles. The pair, who announced their engagement in 2011 via the popular social network and whose entire relationship has played out online, were rumoured to have split after becoming unusually quiet on Twitter, not […]

Kate met William “at least once” before uni
While most people believe Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, met Prince William at St Andrews University, it has been revealed the couple crossed paths at least once before. Royal biographer Katie Nicholl has discovered the pair were introduced by mutual friends before they enrolled at the same university. Nicholl discovered the meeting while researching her […]

Helping you today and saving lives tomorrow
The 2014 Australian Women’s Health Diary is a fabulous diary for every woman wanting to make a difference — not only to her own life, but to others too. This special diary has now raised a remarkable $9 million for the Breast Cancer Institute of Australia to support clinical trials research for the prevention, treatment […]

Prince Harry spends night in giant freezer
A frosty Prince Harry has emerged from a giant freezer where he spent the night in preparation for an upcoming charity trek to the South Pole. After spending 20 hours in temperatures as low as -55 degrees with wind chill in the simulated polar environment, the 29-year-old Prince blew into his hands and rubbed them […]
Transgender lingerie model makes catwalk debut
A lingerie model who strutted her stuff on the catwalk at London Fashion Week has revealed she was born a man. Nicole Gibson’s dreams of becoming a runway model came true this week when she donned a designer dress to take part in the Catwalk for Change show, which was put on to challenge the […]

Justin Theroux: How Jen changed my life
Posing with her head resting on her fiance’s shoulder, Jennifer Aniston is clearly in love with Justin Theroux, and he with her. Now 42-year-old Justin – who popped the question just over a year ago – has revealed how his life has changed since he began dating the 44-year-old We’re The Millers star. “It’s a […]

Brad Pitt crashes wedding
Abi Lingwood won’t be forgetting her big day in a hurry. Not only did she marry her long-time love, Daniel, she also got to meet Hollywood heart-throb Brad Pitt! The newlyweds got the surprise of their lives when they spotted the 49-year-old superstar at the Stoke Park Country Club & Hotel in Buckinghamshire, England, where […]

Fergie shares first picture of bub
Introducing Axl Jack Duhamel! Fergie and her husband Josh Duhamel have released the first picture of their baby boy who was born on August 29. The two-week-old is definitely a cutie, putting on the perfect put in one of the pictures. Fergie shared the images with her fans on the Facebook page with the caption: […]

Another royal wedding! Europe gets new princess
Another week, another glamorous royal wedding, this time in Germany, where Luxembourg’s Prince Felix married Claire Lademacher in a casual civil ceremony. The bride chose a short ivory dress with peplum detail, accessoried with aquamarine earrings and cream roses. Felix chose a dark suit and orange tie. The couple looked blissfully happy as they waved […]

The hottest footy players: AFL VS NRL
Here at Woman’s Day we’re keen to find out who the real footy finals are! Which football code has the hottest players NRL or AFL? You decide!

Nigella gets confidential with fellow chef
Following reports her ex-husband Charles Saatchi is dating What Not To Wear star Trinny Woodall, Nigella Lawson is seeking comfort from New York celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, best known for his Kitchen Confidential books and show. The famously fiery Bourdain, 57, has been 53-year-old Nigella’s shoulder to cry on since her quickie divorce from Saatchi. […]

Victoria Beckham and David Beckham’s matching style
For more than 15 years the Beckhams have been pairing their looks, from rocking matching midriffs to twin turtle necks.

Nicole Kidman is Princess Grace in new trailer for Grace of Monaco
The first trailer for Nicole Kidman's upcoming film Grace of Monaco has been released.

Rebel Wilson: I’m going to make fat jokes!
Actress, writer and comedienne Rebel Wilson has declared that her size gives her license to make fat jokes. “You have to use what you’re given to make yourself funny: if you’re super short, super tall, super skinny, have a super big nose – you’ve got to use that,” the Aussie star told Hunger Magazine . […]

Miley and Liam: It’s officially over
Following months of speculation, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have officially called off their engagement. The couple confirmed to People magazine that their four-year relationship was over via their representatives, who had no further comment on the split. The pair, who were engaged in May 2012, were last seen together on August 8 with Liam, […]

Beyoncé gets pulled off stage by fan
Beyoncé Knowles had a close call recently while performing in Brazil. During her performance in Sao Paulo while singing her hit Irreplaceable one crazed fan tried to pull her off the stage and into the crowd. The 32-year-old singer kept her composure as her security guards acted immediately to pull her back up on stage. […]

Sandra Bullock: Why I don’t look back
Sandra Bullock has endured a painful divorce, a huge life changes to get where she is today, but in an interview the actress has revealed why she doesn't look back, and wouldn't have it any other way.

Rebel Wilson: I think being fat is funny
Curvaceous comedian Rebel Wilson has hit back at critics who say she relies on jokes about her weight.

Billy Connolly treated for Parkinson’s disease and prostate cancer
Scottish comedian and actor Billy Connolly has received treatment for Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer.

Nigella Lawson seeking solace in Anthony Bourdain
Nigella Lawson has found comfort in a fellow celebrity chef just one day after her ex-husband was photographed on a date with TV stylist Trinny Woodall.

Nicole Kidman as Grace of Monaco
The trailer for Nicole Kidman’s biopic Grace of Monaco, which depicts the young life of late screen actress turned Princess, Grace Kelly, has been released amid much hostility from the Princess’s children. Prince Albert, Princess Caroline and Princess Stephanie have labelled the film “pointlessly glamorised and historically inaccurate”. Nicole Kidman plays the coveted part of […]

Have Liz Hurley and Shane Warne split?
There could be trouble in paradise for English model and actress Elizabeth Hurley and Aussie cricket legend Shane Warne, if rumours are true. The question of their relationship status comes as the pair have uncharacteristically calmed down their devotion to each other on Twitter. The couple, who usually play out their relationship via the social […]

Naomi Watts walks out of Diana interview
Aussie star Naomi Watts abruptly ended a BBC radio interview about her role in the film Diana because she didn’t like the questions being asked by UK radio host, Simon Mayo. Earlier this month, the 44-year-old actress, who plays Princess Diana in the controversial film, walked out of a British interview citing she was being […]

How Harry celebrated his birthday
He’s known as the Party Prince, but Harry seems to be settling down as he matures choosing to celebrate his 29th birthday in a more low-key fashion than he is used to. The fourth-in-line to the throne, who celebrated his birthday on Sunday, was expected to be marking the occasion at a private function for […]

Queen’s corgis eat fillet steak cooked by palace chef
They live in a palace and travel by private plane so it’s not surprising the Queen’s beloved corgis don’t end their day with a can of Chum. Instead, the royal pooches are served a luxury diet of fillet steak and chicken breast specially prepared by a Buckingham Palace chef. At 5pm sharp, a footman delivers […]

Nigella’s ex Charles Saatchi starts dating Trinny Woodall
Just six weeks after their quickie divorce, Nigella Lawson’s ex-husband Charles Saatchi appears to be dating again. Saatchi was spotted twice last week with What Not To Wear style guru Trinny Woodall, 49. The pair met for dinner at popular restaurant Scott’s in central London, the same venue where controversial images were taken of him […]

Taylor Swift’s *Home and Away* hottie!
Strewth! Singer Taylor Swift’s new love interest is one of our own. She’s been with superstars from Harry Styles to John Mayer and now pop sweetheart Taylor Swift has fallen for a boy from Summer Bay. According to several witnesses, former Home And Away hunk Brenton Thwaites “put his best moves” on Taylor, 23, after […]

Harry and Cressida’s romantic Spanish getaway!
Reunited with his love in paradise, the prince popped plenty of corks – if not the question! As the world awaits with bated breath news that Prince Harry is engaged, the young royal whisked his girlfriend off for a romantic trip to Spain. But despite the stunning Mediterranean backdrop providing the perfect place for a […]

We made a baby with 23-year-old sperm!
A “rainy day” decision has brought these proud parents untold joy. Giddy with excitement, Peter and Barbara Dixon sat at a Sydney coffee shop willing their mobile phone to ring. Like most couples waiting for the results of a pregnancy test, they were experiencing a roller-coaster of emotions. But unlike other would-be parents, they were […]

Why you shouldn’t compare yourself to Kate
A few short weeks ago, a little baby was delivered to a Princess. He was named George, and his mother proudly stepped out of the hospital with a round belly as she cradled her son in her arms. Mothers around the world rejoiced — she had a baby bump! she was normal! — and the […]

Prince Philip finally gets to meet baby George
Eight weeks since he was introduced to the world making a spectacular and very public entrance, Prince George has finally met his great-grandfather. The future king was whisked to the Queen’s holiday home Balmoral in Scotland in a private jet to meet 92-year-old Prince Philip. Having been off duty recovering from abdominal surgery earlier this […]

The female chef showing the boys how it’s done
In the bubbling stockpot of testosterone that is professional cooking, she has risen to the top, becoming one of just six women worldwide to be awarded three Michelin stars.