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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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Career
How to create work-life balance when working from home (WFH)
A Girl In Progress | May 10, 2020
If you're working from home (WFH) and finding it hard to create boundaries between your work and home life, try these tips.
Wellbeing
3 simple ways to be happier without spending money
Staff Writer | May 8, 2020
There’s a common misconception that living a happy and healthy lifestyle requires a surplus of time and money that many people just don’t have.
Life
How SisterWorks empowers women through employment
Celeste Lennon | May 6, 2020
Australian social enterprise SisterWorks is empowering migrant women through education, employment and entrepreneurship.
Wellbeing
4 signs procrastination is holding you back — and what to do about it
A Girl In Progress | May 3, 2020
If you feel like you’re not living your best life or fulfilling your potential, check out the four signs that procrastination might be the culprit.
Books
5 perfect books to read while you are self-isolating
The Ladders | May 1, 2020
We've put together a list of five essential books to read that will make your quarantine far more rewarding, and entertaining.
Career
Company founder Jen Gotch says this is the key to being a leader
The Ladders | April 29, 2020
Jen Gotch, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of lifestyle brand Ban.do, shares her tips on how to be a leader during unstable times.
Wellbeing
Eat these foods to boost your immune system
Celeste Lennon | April 26, 2020
A healthy immune system can help the body to defend against infection and therefore prevent illness. Eat these foods to strengthen your immune system.
Wellbeing
10 simple hacks to instantly improve your focus
A Girl In Progress | April 24, 2020
If you’re desperately striving to have laser-like focus, then take charge of your mind by trying these 10 hacks that will help you do just that.
Money
How to manage your money with confidence in uncertain times
Sharon Green | April 22, 2020
Finance expert Natasha Janssens shares her tips on how you can manage your money with confidence during turbulent times.
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