Can you really have a social life while in social isolation? Absolutely, say some of Australia’s most imaginative folk, who are trying to brighten their angst-riddled days by filling their social calendars with everything from virtual trivia nights, to "nice-olation" cocktail parties, dance-offs, DJ sets, book clubs, poker games, baking sessions and birthday bashes. Lifestyle,... Continue Reading →
Airbnb hosts reeling from a drastic dive in bookings are offering special “self-isolation packages” — with Netflix and food delivery on tap — to try and ride out the coronavirus crisis. With Airbnb changing its policy to offer guests full refunds for many reservations, many home owners who rely on the rental are feeling the pinch of mass... Continue Reading →
The sign at the top proclaiming this to be the 'world's highest motorable road' might be a bit of a white lie. But you know you're ridiculously high when, driving up India's Khardung La Pass, a plane flies by – and instead of craning your head skywards, you realise you're actually looking down. Traveller, The... Continue Reading →
When former Paralympian Annabelle Williams was younger, she didn’t dream of becoming a champion swimmer – not because she only has one hand, but because she loves a chat, and it’s tricky to talk when your head’s underwater. When former Paralympian Annabelle Williams was younger, she didn’t dream of becoming a champion swimmer – not... Continue Reading →
It’s no secret the country is in the grip of toilet paper pandemonium. But search hard enough, and you’ll find a rare breed of Australians who don’t rely on the soft stuff when visiting the smallest room in the house. Here are two of them – and another with a canny back-up plan should the... Continue Reading →
When you’ve been studying like a demon at high school, you’ll want to use those hard-earned marks to kick on directly to university. Right? Well, not necessarily. For some, a straightforward path to uni, with all those long holidays thrown in, is ideal. But for others, taking six, nine or even the full 12 months off... Continue Reading →
'When I see someone with a top hat, I want to poke a stick in their spokes, because it’s inappropriate clothing – it’s the wrong era. 'People on penny-farthings wore riding gear – thin, woollen cycling outfits. They were riding fast, they were out to do touring, racing. It was the hoon’s machine of 1880.'... Continue Reading →
When I was on the hunt for real estate nirvana I didn’t know it was going to be like this. All I had were optimistic goals and a Pinterest board full of coastal decor ideas. Buy house at beach – tick. Put cool pictures up. Yep. Have an amazing veggie garden and compost system and... Continue Reading →
