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Relationships
The rise of Galentine’s Day: Why women are prioritising celebrating female friendships
Chloe Powell | February 9, 2026
As Galentine’s Day goes mainstream, more women are choosing to celebrate the joy and emotional sustenance of their female friendships. Here's why.
Mind and Soul
Are women becoming ‘over-therapised’?
Emma Lennon | February 4, 2026
As therapy language goes mainstream, are women becoming “over-therapised” or carrying the emotional labour of healing?
Work
Progress on gender equality at work is slow and uneven, study finds
The Conversation | February 2, 2026
Research shows gender equality at work has stalled, with unpaid care, pay gaps and job segregation to limiting women’s opportunities.
Work
How to get managers to say yes to flexible work arrangements, according to study
The Conversation | January 28, 2026
Want flexible work arrangements? New research reveals how to make a compelling case and get your manager to say yes.
Work
8 tiny tech tweaks that help me focus better during long WFH days
Mia Barnes | January 26, 2026
Try these small but powerful tech adjustments that can sharpen your focus and make WFH days feel more manageable.
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Life
2026 is the Year of the Horse: What does it mean and what can you expect?
Emma Lennon | January 19, 2026
From ambition to momentum, here’s what the Year of the Horse in 2026 means and how it may shape the months ahead.
Health
Why are we so obsessed with how skinny women are getting?
Emma Lennon | January 8, 2026
As extreme thinness trends return, Emma Lennon explores what our obsession with shrinking bodies means for wellness and culture.
Relationships
Chalant dating: What is it and how can you be more chalant?
Guest Writer | November 6, 2025
Hinge’s Lead Relationship Scientist Logan Ury shares an insight into what 'chalant dating' is and how you can be more chalant.
Travel
I travelled to Thailand for a wellness retreat. Here’s how it went
Danielle Phyland | May 6, 2024
Here’s how a wellness retreat in Thailand helped writer Danielle Phyland to find the perfect balance of fitness and relaxation.
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Travel
Danielle Phyland | June 5, 2023
Consider a visit to Darwin a tropical adventure where culture, nature, and foodie finds combine for a unique ‘top end’ experience.
Career
Representation in Australia: Which industries and fields have seen growth for women?
Staff Writer | June 3, 2023
With the increasing number of women now having access to higher education, career prospects have significantly opened for them.
Wellbeing
How to get more women on bikes? Better biking infrastructure, designed by women
The Conversation | June 2, 2023
Men outnumber women by two-to-one on bikes in Australia. It’s time women were involved in planning biking systems to feel safer on the road.
Wellbeing
4 powerful ways to love yourself
Guest Writer | May 31, 2023
By embracing all aspects of ourselves, we can heal past wounds, release self-sabotage, and reach our highest potential. Here's how.
Money
A guide to property investment strategies: equity, debt, options
Guest Writer | May 29, 2023
Whether you invest in commercial, residential, or industrial property, it's important to know the risks and returns for successful investing.
Travel Tips
Travelling overseas? Here’s what the embassy will – and won’t – do to help if you get in trouble
The Conversation | May 26, 2023
In 2021-22, about 16,000 Australians turned to an overseas mission for help in 'crisis cases' – triple the number before the pandemic.
Career
How to stop being a people pleaser in 3 simple steps
Guest Writer | May 24, 2023
If you’re a people pleaser, you become a magnet for other people’s priorities at the detriment of your own. Here's how to break the habit.
Life
The best is yet to come: How women can shift their perspective on ageing
Emma Lennon | May 22, 2023
The narrative around ageing is starting to shift, with more women recognising the empowerment that comes with age.
Money
How to plan for your perfect wedding on a budget
Staff Writer | May 19, 2023
Weddings can be pretty dear and often require significant financial planning. Here are some tips for planning a wedding on a budget.
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