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Relationships
Soulmate or seat warmer? How to know if you’re in a ‘placeholder partnership’
Celeste Lennon | June 17, 2026
They say they're committed, but their actions tell a different story. Here's how to recognise the signs of a placeholder partnership.
Work
Why telling women to ‘stop saying sorry’ is terrible advice
Guest Writer | June 15, 2026
Despite being used as a survival skill in modern workplaces, using apologetic language is holding women back. Here's how.
Health
Can you really drain your lymphatic system, and should you?
The Conversation | June 11, 2026
Social media is spruiking the health benefits of ‘lymphatic draining’. Two lymphoedema experts explain what it is and whether it works.
Relationships
Why emotional availability is now the bare minimum for women in relationships
Lola Marks | June 10, 2026
More women are making emotional availability non-negotiable, recognising it as the foundation of a healthy relationship.
Career
Built in, not bolted on: How Amanda Lawrie-Jones is breaking barriers in travel and business
Celeste Lennon | June 8, 2026
Consultant Amanda Lawrie-Jones is changing how Australian organisations design for accessibility, shifting from compliance to inclusion.
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Life
How algorithms, incel culture and the manosphere are fuelling violence against women
Celeste Lennon | May 20, 2026
The rise of online misogyny, incel culture and toxic masculinity is radicalising men — and women are paying the price.
Opinion
Inside the Manosphere highlights a misogynistic subculture of men, but not the harms they cause
Sharon Green | March 22, 2026
Inside the Manosphere reveals a problematic subculture of ‘masculine’ men, but fails to fully understand its reach or consequences.
Relationships
How to avoid dating app pen pals, according to a relationship expert
Guest Writer | May 25, 2026
Stuck in an endless cycle of messaging with no date in sight? Here’s how to spot a dating app pen pal and move conversations offline sooner.
Travel
I travelled solo to Vanuatu. Here’s how it went
Danielle Phyland | May 7, 2026
From impressive snorkelling spots to lush rainforest walks, Danielle Phyland shares what it’s like exploring Vanuatu as a solo female traveller.
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Fitness
How Pilates and yoga can compliment each other
Chloe Powell | October 15, 2025
Pilates gives you strength and control, while yoga brings flexibility and calmness. Put them together for a routine that supports your body and mind.
Work
4 signs you might be getting ‘managed out’ of your job – and what to do about it
Mia Barnes | October 13, 2025
If you think you're being 'managed out' of your job, be aware of these signs and learn how to respond effectively.
Opinion
Always saying ‘yes’? Here’s why women need a different strategy
Guest Writer | October 8, 2025
Here's how women can shift from automatic "yeses" to strategic decisions by using critical thinking to protect their time, energy and focus.
Career
The confidence gap: Why women still undervalue their leadership potential
Staff Writer | October 6, 2025
Here’s how women can recognise their value, advocate for themselves, and shift the narrative when it comes to leadership.
Health
Does ‘fasted’ cardio help you lose weight? Here’s the science
The Conversation | October 2, 2025
Some swear exercising before breaking your fast is the most efficient way to lose body fat. But what does the research say?
Life
House or apartment? City or country? The big things to consider when buying a first home
The Conversation | October 1, 2025
A housing expert unpacks three of the biggest questions facing prospective first-home buyers.
Health
Perimenopause: How to advocate for yourself with your doctor
Guest Writer | September 29, 2025
Here's how women can advocate for themselves during GP visits, with tips from an expert perimenopause nutritionist.
Mind and Soul
The 1% rule: How 14 minutes a day can transform your mental health
Guest Writer | September 25, 2025
Learn how 14 minutes a day can boost your mental health through mindful habits, healthy routines and small steps that create positive change.
Wellbeing
The ‘good girl’ myth and autistic masking: Why unlearning it matters
Beth Rush | September 24, 2025
Many women with autism mask their behaviours. Here's what masking looks like, why it happens and practical ways to start shedding it.
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