The February 25 Edition
In this issue, Debbie Harry, who looks and sounds as fabulous as ever at 78, talks with Jane Rocca about her enduring career and future plans.
‘I still have that zebra dress’: How Blondie’s Debbie Harry keeps rocking it at 78
The queen of punk chats about her enduring career, distinctive style and plans for the future. Yes, there’s a new Blondie album on the way.
- by Jane Rocca
I went looking for the family of my lung donor. It didn’t end as planned
“I hope they know who I am, that they know I’ve tried to make something of my life, which would not have been possible without their ultimate act of love.”
- by Carly-Jay Metcalfe
After sharing an Indian sweet with a friend, I realised I was in love with him
All the most intimate relationships of my life have food running through them.
- by Brydie Lee-Kennedy
Opinion
Opinion
It’s in our interest to keep having sex after 50. But how to spice it up?
“First off, for fellas, no flossing in bed, toenail clipping, belching or passing wind. Ever.”
- by Kathy Lette
Time for a hair update? Don’t visit the salon without reading this first
From Italian bobs to box layers, and Doja Cat’s extreme, radical hair movement.
- by Stephanie Darling
‘I’m into getting dolled up’: How singer Gretta Ray nails her onstage looks
“I’m fortunate that my job has educated me about fashion, but when I was younger, I really had no idea.”
- by Georgie Gordon
The best parts of California’s Highway 1 are a secret to most of us
“There’s not much tourism. Mostly you’ll meet locals shocked to hear an Australian accent.”
- by Craig Tansley
‘I was warned not to upset Nigella Lawson’: Colin Fassnidge’s brush with ‘royalty’
Within 10 minutes the two chefs were planning their night out together.
- by Robyn Doreian
‘Scrambled tofu with mushroom and avocado’: How this teacher prepares for his day
Teacher and social media star Luke Springer snacks on a banana during his students’ brain food time.
- by Nicole Economos
Add warmth and tranquillity into your home with peachy tones
Take inspiration from Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year for a versatile pop of colour.
- by Georgie Gordon
Adam Liaw’s eggplant dopiaza
“Dopiaza” means “double onions”, referring to onion being added twice. Lamb, chicken and okra often feature in this dish but I’ve made it with eggplant.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s tomato, onion and cucumber raita
Raitas are often thought of as cooling but are more for balance in a meal – strongly spiced dishes should have a mildly spiced raita.
- by Adam Liaw
Pisces: Stop biting your tongue this week and speak up
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari