How Gardening Boosts Mental Health in 2026
Expert Sabrina Hahn explains how starting a garden can reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and restore urban biodiversity. Get her practical tips for beginners.
Expert Sabrina Hahn explains how starting a garden can reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and restore urban biodiversity. Get her practical tips for beginners.
Discover the psychological benefits of a well-designed balcony or backyard. Experts reveal how order, light, and nature can lower stress and improve wellbeing.
Radio host Carrie Bickmore shared an emotional crying selfie, prompting an outpouring from fans and famous friends. The media star's display of vulnerability reminds us it's okay not to be okay.
Discover the best paper diaries for 2026 as Australians embrace intentional, analogue planning. Explore top picks from Bespoke Letterpress to organise your year.
The first full moon of 2026, the 'Wolf Moon', will be a supermoon. Learn when and how to see it at its largest, the science behind the Moon Illusion, and the origins of its name.
Perth is set for a blockbuster 2026 with a huge lineup of world-class entertainment, sport, and culture. From Lady Gaga to the Commonwealth Games, here's your guide to the year's must-see events.
As 2026 approaches, a new study reveals 34% of Australians have tried a digital detox, with 39% succeeding. Neuroscientists explain the brain benefits and why Gen Z struggles most. Learn easy tips to start.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks lit up the harbour in a stunning 12-minute show, marked by a poignant tribute to the Bondi attack victims. Over a million people watched the spectacle.
Feeling the social pressure of New Year's Eve? You're not alone. Discover why experts say opting for a quiet night on the couch in 2026 is a perfectly valid—and increasingly popular—choice for Australians seeking genuine wellbeing.
Pinterest's 2026 trend report forecasts a shift to individuality, nostalgia, and analogue living. Discover the key fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends set to define the year ahead.
Adrian Barich gazes into his crystal ball to forecast the year ahead for WA, covering sport, lifestyle, food and the state's unique character. Discover what 2026 might hold.
A Townsville school has halved bullying incidents by adopting a unique 'country approach' program, fostering respect and community. Discover how this model is transforming student wellbeing.
The WAFL 2026 fixture is out! East Perth must wait until mid-season for a shot at revenge against South Fremantle. Get all the key dates and matchups here.
Melbourne Demons defender Jake Bowey will miss the first half of the 2026 AFL season after scans confirmed a serious Lisfranc foot injury. Get the latest team news and updates.
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
The Socceroos' 2026 World Cup journey is set, with matches in Canada, Seattle, and California. Get all the dates, times, and key details for Australia's Group D campaign in North America.
The Socceroos have landed in Group D for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. We analyse the opponents, the challenges, and why this draw is being welcomed by the Australian camp.
US soccer analysts are celebrating an 'easy' draw against the Socceroos for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Coach Tony Popovic warns opponents face a 'rude shock' if they underestimate Australia. Full group details and reaction.
West Aussies are planning big for 2026. Discover the top destinations, from Japan to the Kimberley, and the shift towards slow, meaningful travel. Get tips on cruising, solo trips, and booking smart.
Australia's Socceroos have drawn hosts USA, Paraguay and a European playoff winner in a manageable 2026 World Cup group, avoiding the tournament's biggest names. Get the full draw details.
A reader in their early 50s asks Anxiety Aunt why they no longer feel like socialising. Get expert advice on social fatigue, burnout, and finding contentment at your own pace.
Newcastle Knights forward Tyson Frizell says he will decide on his NRL future midway through 2026. The 34-year-old veteran is eyeing the 300-game milestone and remains hopeful of playing into 2027.
An Adelaide girls' school principal has implemented a social media ban for students, sparking debate on digital wellbeing and parental responsibility. Discover the tips and reasoning behind this decisive move.
Is the pressure of a perfect Christmas causing more stress than joy? An expert argues it's time for Australians to modernise festive traditions and focus on wellbeing.
Abermain singer-songwriter Mackenzie Lee, 19, is a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Starmaker competition at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, following a journey that began with busking at age 11.
Australian psychotherapist Andrew Sloan debunks the myth that compromise is key to healthy relationships, arguing collaboration is the true path to intimacy and connection. Learn the difference.
Pantone shocks with its 2026 Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, a soft off-white. Discover the meaning and see 7 products to bring this calming trend into your Australian home and wardrobe.
West Coast Eagles young gun Harley Reid is displaying subtle but significant signs in pre-season training that he's poised for a major leap in 2026. See the evidence from the track.
Townsville secures a major motorsport event with Round 3 of the 2026 Australian Kart Championship. Get ready for high-speed action at the local track.