The December 11 edition
The star of our gorgeous cover and fashion shoot is Miranda Tapsell with her husband, James, and baby daughter, Grace. The much-loved actor shares her seasonal joy with our writer Genevieve Quigley.
The pact Miranda Tapsell made with herself when she became a mum
“I always wanted to keep a part of my old life in some way,” says the award-winning actor.
- by Genevieve Quigley
‘You see them believe again’: When Santa visits the Children’s Hospital
Meet the actor, reverend and window dresser making this the most magical time of the year.
- by Sarah Ayoub
The gift guide for those who already have everything
Research shows that experiences are far more likely to bring happiness than possessions.
- by Dilvin Yasa
‘It didn’t matter that she was a woman and I was gay. We were in love’
The Australian Ballet’s artist director David Hallberg opens up about coming out at 15 and wearing his heart on his sleeve.
- by Jane Rocca
‘A sneaker or a cool flat’: Inside entrepreneur Alyce Tran’s work wardrobe
“Young people don’t wear really high heels any more... I love that.”
- by Georgie Gordon
Opinion
Opinion
I won’t be spending Christmas with family – it will be the best day ever
I am a Grinch of sorts but last year I hit the “Christmas spirit” jackpot and plan to do the same again.
- by Wendy Squires
‘Treat it like your skin’: Hair care according to a celebrity stylist
“As you age, your hair becomes dehydrated,” says hairdresser to the stars Renya Xydis.
- by Stephanie Darling
‘Start with your gift choice’: How to have a sustainable Christmas
The festive season can be just as dazzling without all the environmentally unfriendly trimmings.
- by Evelyn Lewin
What this Cinderella star puts on her plate each day
Dinner is a protein-rich affair for performer Silvie Paladino.
- by Nicole Economos
’Tis the season for festive finds and fabulous table settings
If you haven’t already, now is the time to start decorating. Here’s what to get.
- by Georgie Gordon
Adam Liaw's Italian seafood salad
Add a few premium extras for a show-stopper marinara mix. Start this recipe the day before.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw's barbecued Murray cod with savoury brandy butter
Make the butter and wrap the fish the day before. Refrigerate and cook just before serving.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw's prawns with green mustard mayonnaise
You can make the mayonnaise in advance and there's no shame in buying cooked prawns, either. Anything to save hassle on the day.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw's mango and peach pavlova with secret raspberry cream
A bit of ‘fall’ and a few cracks in your pav is normal – and even the biggest fails are delicious.
- by Adam Liaw
Your weekly horoscope: December 11-18
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari