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My sparkly Diamond
I loved my partner Charlie, but he could be a bit of a skinflint. We never went to fancy places and he never bought anything that wasn’t absolutely necessary. I didn’t see this as an issue – I had a good job and if I wanted us to go to a show or a re
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THE Buzz
Located in Denmark, this looks like a LEGO fan’s wildest dreams come true. The ‘Home of the Brick’ sports trees, waterfalls, and even giant dinosaurs. Four years in the making, it’s packed with 25 million bricks! Visitors can explore the endless poss
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Starting a garden On A Budget
If you’re about to whip up a pecan pie or carrot cake and realise you’re all out of brown sugar, you can save yourself the expense of a trip to the supermarket by raiding your pantry. To one cup of white sugar, just mix one tablespoon of maple syrup,
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The big Blue
I knew that our love affair was doomed from the start. My family would never allow me to be with Jack, even though our love was as deep as the ocean, the place where we first met. Jack was practising long distance swimming and was far out from the sh
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Pumpkin Patch
Toast pepitas in a medium, non-stick frying pan over amedium heat, shaking pan occasionally, for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Remove and cool. For 1 cup of mashed Kent pumpkin, we recommend microwaving or steaming 450g peeled, chop
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The Zombie Hunter Killer
Angela Brosso was excited for the future. On the evening of November 8, 1992, she was just hours away from turning 22 and her boyfriend, Joe, was baking her a cake to celebrate. The couple usually enjoyed a sunset bike ride along a nearby canal, and
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The Right Time To Break Up
My boyfriend and I have been drifting apart for months and I’m no longer happy in the relationship. I thought I’d found the right time to break up with him but now his mum has been diagnosed with cancer and I don’t know what to do. In my heart I’ve a
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This Week We’re Loving...
Tart can be made up to three days ahead. Keep, covered, in the freezer. Decorate with cream, biscuits, cocoa and caramel just before serving. Replace caramel spread with raspberry jam for a change.
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Living Well
Are those seasonal sniffles refusing to go away? It’s not just your imagination We often think of hay fever as a spring problem, but pollen allergies can happen at any time of year. This depends on several things, including where you live, and the pl
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Brave Luna
Waves of seawater washed over my legs as I clutched my bub Evie, one. K’gari, Qld, previously known as Fraser Island, was a beautiful spot. ‘You need to stay in the shallow, there are sharks and stingers,’ I shouted to my older kids as they ran in an
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I give people A Clean Start
As the front door opened, the smell of stale food and mould wafted up my nostrils. ‘We’re the cleaners,’ I said to the man from the insurance company. ‘Thanks for coming. You’ve got your work cut out here,’ he replied. My mum Andrea was always fastid
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Letter From The Ed
Hello! I’m so excited to be writing to you as the new editor of that’s life! There’s no better magazine to work on, and it’s such a privilege to have the best readers anyone could ask for! While the magazine’s editor has changed, I can promise you th
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She Killed Her Bestie To Steal Her Baby
Heidi Broussard and Magen Rose Fieramusca were as thick as thieves. The pair met at a church camp as pre-teens, and had remained close ever since. In multiple Facebook posts, Heidi referred to Magen as her ‘bestie’, and the pair were always on the ph
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Lucky Easter bunnies
Boost your luck with bunnies! Choose one or more bunnies. Place your non dominant hand on a bunny, clear your mind and follow the instructions! This is the love bunny! Visualise your love life as you would like it to be – attracting love, marriage o
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It’s Your Life!
This is me, my husband Sam and son Patrick on a recent holiday to Byron Bay. Bridget Morcom, Orange Grove, Vic We had a lovely, if a little sad, time farewelling Linda the Ed on her last day in the office. Linda is one of the best and we’ll all miss
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Crazy for Curry
Thai basil can be replaced with coriander. For a milder flavour, reduce curry paste to ⅓ cup. Fresh lemongrass paste is available in tubes in the refrigerated vegetable section of the supermarket. This dish is delicious with mango chutney. Slaw can b
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My Boy’s Tantrums Were Deadly
Putting a beanie hat over my bub, Luke, six months, I kissed him. ‘He’s gorgeous, but why is his head shaped like that?’ I sighed to my daughter, Shannon, then 18. At birth, Luke’s head was pointed at the top, but doctors had dismissed my concern whe
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A Prank Call Found Me Love!
Go on Helen, do it!’ my mate Gemma said with a giggle, thrusting the mobile phone into my hand. Anyone watching us that day would have seen two 16-year-old mates at recess, laughing hysterically. Except, with one silly prank, I was about to change my
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Brain Waves
SEND US YOUR CLEVER IDEAS If you’re going to be moving house, save up all the junk mail and use it to wrap your breakables. Lyn Smith, Ballarat, Vic To brighten up my balcony, I repurposed a second-hand birdbath into a lovely herb planter. Jackie
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I Gave Birth To Our Baby!
I think God messed up,’ I confessed to my mum Beverly. ‘He gave me a boy’s brain instead of a girl’s brain.’ Aged eight, I was starting to realise that I was different from other little girls. While my classmates liked to wear pretty pink dresses and
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Aussie mum’s warning I Lost My Tongue
Sitting in my brother’s backyard on Phillip Island, Vic, the sun beamed down and the smell of snags on the BBQ wafted as we chatted. ‘Can you pass the cheese platter please?’ I asked. As I nibbled away, I felt something rubbing on the underside of my
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Sunny Side Up
Relax and unwind after a busy day (or week) with these sweet treats. From a heavenly bath blend to nourishing body wash and lotion, these are the perfect products to pamper your body.
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Volunteer Of The Week
Positioning myself on the netball court, I held my breath as I threw the ball towards the hoop. As it glided perfectly through the net, my teammates erupted in cheers. ‘Well done, Stephanie,’ they beamed. Ever since I was in primary school, I’d loved
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I Run A Witch School
I light this flame in the old one’s name,’ I whispered, burning herbs. Being a modern-day witch, making an offering to pagan spirits was a morning ritual. My love for witchcraft started when I was a boy, 25 years earlier. I’d always loved exploring f
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Your Stars
Things starting to seriously progress with a moneymaking venture, group business or romantic relationship? Although it’s been tough, the gears are fully in motion. Expect to be in a sweeter space with family. LUCKY NUMBERS 3, 8, 12 Whistling a diffe
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I Was The Smiling ASSASSIN
Deb Wallace, 64, Sydney, NSW AUSSIE REAL LIFE All eyes were on me as the train trundled towards Blacktown, NSW. I was taking part in a police re-enactment of the horrific murder of 26-yearold Anita Cobby, who was abducted in February 1986. The young
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All-In-One
Our favourite concealers keep the skin hydrated while gently smoothing dark circles and imperfections. Head into your nearest store or pharmacy to test and choose the right colour for you.
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What We’re...
From the tl! team Wildlife Compendium of the World by Tania McCartney This is a charming encyclopedia-style book for children of all ages. It beautifully illustrates and describes some of the incredible species that are to be found on each contine
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Signs From Beyond The Grave
Samantha Barker, 31, Sydney, NSW My parents Graham and Liz separated when I was seven. Dad later re-partnered and, when I was 12, my sister Sarah, then nine, and I went to live with him and our stepmum, Eileen. A high school teacher, Eileen was a st
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Eat Well Spend Less
For a change, replace ham with chopped lean bacon. Swap sweet chilli sauce with sriracha for more heat. When cooking omelette, pull sides of egg to the centre to allow uncooked egg to run underneath. Kebabs are available in major supermarkets or butc
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