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A Darwin school has ended the age-old tradition of spreading Christmas cheer by handing out candy canes in class, banning the distribution of festive sweets in the playground. The Northern Territory Education Department denies intent to crush the Christmas spirit, saying the ban complies with the school’s policy of not sharing food to promote healthy […]

Hot weather triggers a surprising variety of ailments. Here are some easy and effective home remedies that spell relief. Athlete’s foot: Soak your feet in a basin containing 1 part apple cider vinegar and 2 parts cool water. Apply tea tree essential oil to the affected area. Bites and stings: Dab with manuka honey that […]

Take your complexion from dull to dazzling in just a few days. Here, Shonagh Walker shares some tips and tricks to help restore your skin’s glow in time for the weekend. Late nights, hectic schedules with the kids, long hours at the computer… they quickly leave your complexion far from vibrant. While sensible diet and […]

Woman’s Day‘s Karen Birkemoe has taken on a 12-week CrossFit workout challenge to shed some unwanted kilos. Here she sums up her second week. THE PLAYERS They say it takes a village to raise a child and I’m beginning to think it will be the same to give rise to my dream body. From the […]

Summer dining should be informal, friendly and relaxed – and where possible, done outdoors. While hosting a party is a fun experience, planning in advance means the night will be less stressful and an enjoyable evening for both you and your guests. The menu Keep it simple A great menu doesn’t need to be finicky. […]

It’s undeniable that Paris in the spring is enchanting while Aspen offers a bustling winter wonderland and world class skiing – but where do you go to truly tune out from the stresses of modern life? Read on for our top picks for the ultimate in relaxing holiday destinations. By Rosalind Scutt.

Looking forward to Christmas cheer, but dreading the aftermath? Professor Kerryn Phelps advises on how to avoid the season's excesses.

Looking forward to Christmas cheer, but dreading the aftermath? Professor Kerryn Phelps advises on how to avoid the season’s excesses. The season of goodwill is upon us, but from my perspective in general practice, it’s also the season of impending regret. I lose count of the number of people who say to me, “I wish […]

Christmas preparations are stressful enough, even before family members start to arrive and add their ‘colourful’ personalities to the mix. While we all love our family and accept their foibles and quirks, dealing with the relatives en masse can sometimes be less than joyous during the holiday season. Here, family therapist and mother of two […]

The Greek island of Crete may make an ideal beach holiday, but if you stay on the sand you’ll be missing out on so much.