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The princess of pop, who started out as the girl next door in Neighbours and is now the highest-selling female Australian artist, has barely slowed down after decades of working in the entertainment and music industry.
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“For a long time now, I have tried to find a better work-life balance,” Kylie, 53, says.
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The singer, who is in a relationship with creative director Paul Solomons, is expected to make a move home to Australia this year
“I love my work and am as inspired as ever to create and to share so I’m often reluctant to slow down, but having been forced to do so through the pandemic has shown me how beneficial and important it is.”
“I would tell that younger me to try to stress less, trust my instincts and keep a diary.”
“These last couple of years have made me even more conscious of this.
Chatting with us from London, Kylie reflected on what she was like at the age of 25. At the time, she was living abroad in the 1990s and working on her fifth studio album, which had the smash hit Confide In Me
“Twenty-five-year-old me was very busy discovering the world, working a lot, going out a lot and worrying about things which seem trivial to the older me,” Kylie says.
They are lessons the singer, actress and businesswoman tries to abide by as she forges a still busy, but slightly quieter path.
“We were all so grateful and humbled to still be able to create and have that to focus on,” she says. “Among all the uncertainty and that feeling of a great void, I threw myself into the project.”
While she hasn’t announced any local television work yet, Kylie says she is open to returning to our screens.
Kylie, who also has her own beverage range, Wines by Kylie Minogue, hints at expanding into a new product range this year as well.
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Kylie has also spent the past year working on the re-release of her fragrance Darling, which she describes as “a timeless floral with luscious notes”. She loves how a scent can transport us to another place and time. “It evokes so many memories and at the same time, it’s effortlessly creating new ones,” she says. “I hope the fragrance brings feelings of confidence andThejoy.”singer will release a new fragrance this year called Disco Darling.
“I find inspiration everywhere and can’t wait to see where my fragrance journey takes me and what I can share with you all. I’m passionate about home fragrance so watch this space.”
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In recent years, Kylie has focused on working on her music, and she released her 15th studio album, Disco, in 2020.
“My family and I lived in a court with plenty of other young families with kids, so my brother, sister and I would spend hours playing with neighbourhood friends,” she says. “Bikes, rollerskates and the holy grail — the pool in someone’s back yard.”
She has already started work on her next album, so hopefully a new Kylie tour with some local dates won’t be too far off. To look after herself when she’s on the road, Kylie tends to lead a quiet life. “My focus is to stay as well as possible, so I eat well, rest when I can and don’t go to noisy environments, as talking over noise is literally the worst for a singer,” she says.
“My focus is to stay as rest whenas possible,wellso I eatwell,Ican and don’t go to noisy environments.” to be closer to parents Ron and Carol and siblings Brendan and Dannii. Summer in Australia evokes memories of long days, hot nights and catching up with family and friends, as Kylie reminisces about growing up in Melbourne’s outer suburbs.
“Disco has been a part of my life since I was about 10 years old,” she says. “The inspiration for this album was during the ‘Studio 54’ section of my Golden tour. It was the penultimate section of the concert, and it was so fun and cool. I knew then that I wanted to expand upon that and explore and pay tribute to disco.” However, she adds that trying to work on a new album during the pandemic with lockdowns and restrictions did have its challenges.
“I don’t normally have much time to devote to acting, but I’m always intrigued by what the next role will be,” she says. “I adore being back on set, having the opportunity to not be ‘Kylie’ and to lose myself in a character.”
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And as she prepares to move back to Australia, Kylie is set to release Disco Darling, a new fragrance in her scent line that pays homage to her love of that musical genre and her latest album.
Plus, all our regular features, including health advice, delicious treats for the kids and great reads perfect for a shady spot at the beach or poolside. Stay we and enjoy! From the team at The House of Wellness
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Our 25th edition of The House of Wellness features a special interview with Aussie pop star Kylie Minogue, who shares her excitement about plans for the coming year, including her new music.
From truffle hunting and enjoying a tipple of sustainable wine to starting a manifesting journal, we look at 22 must-do activities to tick off this year, and how best to ensure a positive start to the school year. Don’t let the heat of summer get to you — we have plenty of ways to help keep your cool, from soothing skincare products and fragrances to splash out on, to Fast Ed’s refreshing summer dishes and practical tips to not only beat the heat, but stay fit and well.
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Skinfluencers Martha Kalifatidis and Roj Torabi love to chat when it comes to all things beauty, and they have a new podcast to prove it, while news and sports presenter Jacqui Felgate opens up about her busy life and how she plans to celebrate her milestone birthday.
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When you use a shimmery bronzer, it adds light to areas that you are trying to shade, which is counterproductive. Instead, only use a highlighter on the high points of the face. For an all-over glow, apply a body luminiser to areas that naturally catch the light. WE LIKE Sally Hansen Airbrushed Legs Illuminator Golden Glow, $16.99 When it comes to summer beauty, nothing beats a bronzed and luminous look.
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While most of us have attempted the trend at some point, it is not easy to perfect and can look patchy if not done correctly. We ask industry experts their top tips for flawlessly sunkissed skin
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Luminous skin If you want your make-up to have an airbrushed sheen, gravitate to an illuminating primer and satin finish foundation. Those with oily skin can still embrace the glow — just be sure to powder and blot areas that are prone to shine.
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Going lighter for summer is a common hair goal. Colourist, stylist, educator and Salon Mace founder Zebulen Howell says lightening options have improved greatly in recent years. “These days you can gradually lighten your hair and it still looks amazing after each session. You don’t even have to use bleach as it’s possible to lighten the hair with a high-lift tint,” Zebulen says. “I’m anticipating a lot of requests for bright blonde faceframing highlights this summer and a natural root that allows your hair to grow seamlessly and blends beautifully into creamy bright ends.”
Bronzed, glowy skin is one of Jade Kisnorbo’s signature looks, which is why The House of Wellness beauty expert knows how to perfect a bronzed base.
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Flawless make-up begins with well-prepped skin, so ensure your face is cleansed, exfoliated and moisturised before applying make-up. “When you’re creating a bronzed look, you’re invariably adding layers of make-up through contouring, highlighting and bronzing, which can appear cakey if you’re not approaching it the right way,” Jade says.
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A similar approach can be taken when fake tanning or getting a professional spray tan. Bare Bronze Studio founder Ally Shahien says a realistic tan can be achieved by prepping the skin and choosing the best colour base for your undertone. “Patchy, uneven tan comes down to not preparing your skin adequately,” Ally says. “Prior to tanning, have a shower, avoid fragrances and ideally exfoliate the night before. To prevent the tan from fading unevenly, be sure to moisturise daily.”
“To prevent this, use two different foundation shades to add dimension, and sculpt the face so you’re creating a flawless base and contouring at once. Doing this cuts time and reduces unnecessary layers of make-up and product build-up.”
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The House of Wellness 17 style notes Introducing a statement lip is one of the easiest ways to transform your everyday make-up into an elevated evening look. Beauty expert Jade Kisnorbo explains how to achieve night-time glam in five simple steps. 1 A bold lip is a quick and effective way to take your make-up from day to night. WE LIKE Revlon Colorstay Satin Ink Lip Color Partner In Wine, $22.49 2 Smoky eyes can elevate your make-up and are achieved with a neutral eye palette, mascara and eyeliner. WE LIKE Rimmel Magnif’Eyes Eyeshadow Palette Smoke, $19.99 3 Apply a matte powder bronzer in the areas where you would naturally get sunkissed. WE LIKE Rimmel Natural Bronzer 021 Sun Light, $13.49 4 A shimmery blush can add life and dimension. For a more lifted appearance, sweep the blush on the high points of your cheeks rather than the apples. WE LIKE L’Oreal Melon Dollar Baby Blush 03 Melon Berry, $24.99 5 For a final touch of glam, add champagnetoned highlighter on the cheekbones, nose bridge and inner-eye duct. WE LIKE Maybelline Master Chrome Metallic Powder Highlighter Molten Gold, $16.49 1 3 5 5ways to GLAM NIGHTSSUMMERUP 42
“The key to a bronzed look comes down to picking the right bronzer undertone for your skin. Finding the right shade that doesn’t sit too orange helps to create that natural sun-kissed glow. Also, it’s actually better to pick a product that isn’t too pigmented — one that you can build up so that it blends seamlessly into the skin and not look muddy.”
“Pink is feminine, healthy and flattering when applied correctly,” Jade says. “Not everyone is a pink lip beauty lover but when (pink is) pressed in with a cream product to the cheeks, I really feel it finishes so many gorgeous beauty looks.”
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Nicole says one of her favourite ways to introduce pink into make-up is with blush. “Don’t be scared of pink blush,” she says. “While ’80s draping (using blush to contour the face) is trending at the moment, a lighter application on the cheek creates a far more subtle effect.”
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Bronzed glam has been the go-to summer look for years, but shades of pink are switching things up this season. From statement lips and pretty eyeshadow to neon eyeliner and feminine blush, make-up artist Nicole Aquilina and The House of Wellness beauty expert Jade Kisnorbo share their tips on how to embrace the trend. The power of perfect blush Blush might seem like a straightforward product, but how it’s placed can either lift the face or drag your features down, so it’s good to know how to apply it.
A pink statement lip is the ultimate summer look, especially when paired with a bronzed, glowy base. According to Nicole, contouring isn’t necessary to achieve a glamorous bronzed effect.
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“I’m not huge on contouring and I rarely contour my clients. If they ask for a more chiselled look, I’ll use the bronzer to help add that definition because bronzer can also add shape to the face,” she says.
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Foundations and heavier make-up can drown out features and make your face look flat, so using blush helps to bring life back to your face by mimicking natural flushing.
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A different kind of pink eye Pink eyeshadow might seem like a bad idea for obvious reasons, but no, it won’t make you look like you have pink eye or bloodshot eyes (but some antiredness eye drops can’t hurt).
“One way to modernise and lift the mood with your make-up is with a graphic eyeliner, and pink in particular is one of the most flattering colours for all eyes, whether they are brown, green or blue,” Jade says. Nicole says a nice way to introduce pink into your makeup, if not for a little blush, is a pink cream eyeshadow.
“It doesn’t have to be a bright pink either. For a more subtle take on the trend, a nice rosegold eyeshadow can appear pink enough. Swipe it on with the finger and you’re good to go.”
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A semi-permanent is more of a rinse that sits on top of the hair cuticle, allowing it to fade and rinse out quicker,” Georgia says. For this reason, it’s most often used as a way to experiment with colour. If your existing hair shade is already light, vibrant shades such as pinks and blues will show up more easily. For blondes who want to experiment with different variations, such as strawberry blonde or rose gold blonde, then semi-permanentformulationsarethebestapproachtotrytheseshades out. scenarioWorst-caseyoudon’t like the colour, simply give your hair a few washes and it is gone.
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“Warmth doesn’t mean yellow and it’s great to see clients requesting warmer blonde shades. A honey blonde is great for those who want a subtle warm blonde.”
For best results, Al and Melissa suggest keeping some products in the fridge for that extra refreshing burst after a scorching day outside.
“Menthol has a real cooling, almost like an astringent, effect,” A’kin learning and development business partner Melissa Jarrett says.
“It contains anti-inflammatory properties, and it has a high water content that can help hydrate the skin,” Al says.
Plants with a high water content, such as cucumber, leave skin feeling nourished on a hot day.
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As the heat ramps up, there are those of us who would love nothing more than to sit in the shade, sipping frozen margaritas until April rolls around and temperatures start to drop.
The cooling effect comes from menthol, which is the main active ingredient. Menthol expands blood vessels and reacts with TRPM8 thermoreceptors when applied to skin, evoking a chilled feeling around the area. In small amounts, it also has anti-inflammatory properties and is used to treat skin rashes.
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“Cucumber goes about cooling and soothing, and really refreshing the skin,” Melissa says.
Sadly, it’s not always possible to avoid those 40C days altogether. That’s where science and nature can help get us through the summer months with cooling skincare and beauty saviours.
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THE BIG CHILL When it comes to the ingredients to look for, peppermint tops the list. Peppermint essential oil is extracted from a plant variety that is a cross between water, mint and spearmint.
Aloe vera also helps you maintain your cool, particularly when too much time has been spent in the sun. “Aloe vera is known as nature’s medicine plant,” PharmaceuticalsPlunkettaloevera brand manager Al Brown says. “Once you are sunburnt and you put aloe vera on, it immediately gives you that cooling effect, especially if the aloe vera is highly concentrated.”Thejuicynature of the plant means it restores moisture and calms your skin.
“It also has lots of antioxidants in it, so it can restore and calm dry or irritated skin.”
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Martha is grateful for opportunities such as being a contestant on Channel 9 show Married at First Sight, which not only made her a household name but also introduced her to her partner, Michael Brunelli, with whom she recently became engaged. With a wedding to plan, Martha takes an open-minded approach to what’s next. “Obviously (babies and marriage) are the natural progression. Might get some jewellery; might have a baby; we’ll just have to see.”
For Martha, her beauty journey started with her mum. “Growing up, she was always very glam and instilled the value of grooming. By my teens, I was fascinated with skincare and would study the skin aisles at chemists and supermarkets. Then I got a job as a make-up artist and that was it for me. I was in my element and nothing else mattered except beauty.”
“One of these ideas went on to become Swipe Up and another was our exciting new hand care brand Fuuccii, which will be launching very soon,” Roj says. Originally from New Zealand but now, like Martha, based in Sydney, Roj (@theroject on Instagram) is a lawyer by day and skinfluencer by night, her luminous skin earning her the nickname Windex. “I wouldn’t say I had a rough skin journey, but I’ve had allergic skin reactions since I was eight that worsened in my teens and ultimately made me the skincare fanatic I am today,” Roj“Socialsays. media helped open my eyes to the fact there were skincare-obsessed people just like me all over the world and I love having a platform to celebrate my passion.”
artha Kalifatidis and Roj Torabi are influencers who hail from very different careers, but their shared obsession for all things beauty has led them to launch a new and exciting podcast together, Swipe Up “It’s not your average podcast; it’s raw and reflective of who we are,” Roj says. “A lot of our inspiration comes from overseas talent like Alexandra Cooper of Call Her Daddy (podcast) fame. She built an empire from being really engaged with her audience and we want to bridge that gap in Australia.”
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“Every Chemist Warehouse visit involves me leaving with at least two full shopping bags and I think a lot of our listeners can relate to that,” Roj says. “It was important for us to have a segment that celebrates hidden gems that are accessible.”
Martha says the duo is “really open about sharing all aspects of our “Ourlives”.listeners will have an insight into our relationships, families and everything else going on,” she says. “Even when we’re just chatting, our discussion is almost always beauty-related — from BBLs (Brazilian Butt Lifts) to mascaras — the works. Swipe Up will be driven by beauty because, at the end of the day, that’s who we are; that’s our identity.” The co-hosts will feature regular segments on the podcast, such as the “What we love” partnership with Chemist Warehouse.
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Martha Kalifatidis and Roj Torabi are two of Australia’s most dynamic faces on the beauty scene and now they’re joining forces
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in focus 38 The House of Wellness Adawnnew IT’S TIME TO DIVE INTO THE NEW YEAR AND GRASP CHANGE, WITH 22 THINGS TO EMBRACE IN 2022 WORDS ERIN MILLER 2 Adopt a mix of fitness workouts Lockdowns may have maintainingmadea fitness routine difficult last year, so in 2022 it will be all about variety. “The reason variety is going to take a front seat is because lots of Aussies have had to bytheatthemselvesself-motivatetotrainhome,anddoingsameworkoutyourselfathome gets old fast,” Flow Athletic trainer Ben Lucas says. He recommends doing 20 minutes of two different styles such as mixing a HIIT session with yoga. 1Start a manifesting journal Put pen to paper and jot down your dreams and goals for 2022 in a manifesting journal. Don’t be afraid to visualise your highest self — dream big!
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5 Download the Calm app and pop on an evening story read to you by celebrities such as Harry Styles and Matthew McConaughey. The stories are a blend of tales and music to aid you with finding your way to a deep slumber.
Look after coastlinesour Volunteer your time and help keep our waterways and coastlines plastic-free by getting involved with a beach clean-up. Organisations such as Sea Shepherd and Clean Up Australia arrange events and campaigns across the nation.
9Eat thestraightoystersfromsource Devour fresh oysters on the Coffin Bay Farm Tour in South Australia. Guests are able to wear waders in the shallow ocean waters as they view the oyster farm before tucking into some freshly shucked oysters.
Join a truffle hunt Pull on a pair of gumboots when the winter weather arrives and get foraging. Truffle hunts are held at various cool climate locations across Australia, with the season running from June until August. The hunt usually entails following a truffle dog, whose sense of smell unearths the edible fungi from the soil. Best of all, you can take the truffles home when the hunt is over and add some extra flavour to your cooking.
10Create a 'pick your own' fruit calendar Pack the kids into the car and visit the local producers in your area when fruit is in season. Not only will it taste amazing being straight from the source, but it will also teach children about the importance of eating what is in season.
We might have spent less during the pandemic, but now it is time to learn how to spend your money wisely. Accountant and LCI Partners managing partner Gerry Incollingo believes 2022 will be the year of the savvy shopper. “I believe these lockdowns have made us think twice about buying items due to the inconsistencies in being able to work or not,” he says. His top savings tips are to save 20 per cent of your wage each pay day, invest your money in options such as shares or property bonds and delete apps that you know are spending traps for you.
Take a trip to the local nursery and stock up on supplies to plant your own vegie patch or install a bee hive in your own back yard. “The resurgence of the good old compost bin and worm farms has really shown there is a renewed interest in investing in sustainable farming and food practices,” nutritionist, naturopath and The Wellness Group founder Madeline Calfas says. “When it comes time to dispose of your waste, compost what you can and reduce the amount of food waste that goes to landfill.” sustainably
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13 Prince of pages One of the most highly anticipated books of 2022 is the tome Prince Harry has been writing. The British royal, who is now based in California with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, has been writing what his publisher has called an “intimate and heartfelt memoir”.
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The pandemic and lockdowns have made us all evaluate our living conditions. A recent report by McCrindle Research found 60 per cent of Australians who don’t currently live in a regional area have considered moving to one. The key benefits are seen as peace and quiet, a simpler lifestyle and affordability. Covid-19 has also been the catalyst for many being able to work from home, making the regions more viable. So if you’re considering a tree change, now is the time to strike. IT UP
Work out with The Class by Taryn Toomey (theclass.com). The digital studio offers a mat-based exercise program that blends elements of yoga, pilates, dance and mindfulness, accompanied by a curated playlist. There are live classes you can join, or pick a class based on your mood.
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Get out to the countryside and take the family to a farm stay. Patting baby animals and breathing in fresh, crisp air will help to give you a mental reset.
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Bestselling author Dr Michael Mosley’s latest book, The Fast 800 Keto, has a new approach to the ketogenic diet, which is high in fat and protein and low in carbs. He describes the Fast 800 Keto approach as a “combined program for accelerated weight loss” that brings together intermittent fasting with a keto diet. Dr Mosley says recent studies show a keto diet can produce significant weight loss and other benefits for long-term health, including lowering your risk of heart disease, improving insulin resistance and preventing type 2 diabetes. The Fast 800 Keto by Dr Michael Mosley, published by Hachette Australia, RRP $29.99.
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21Wear the new plait Plaits aren’t just for the kids. The hair trend was seen on catwalks such as Erdem and Altuzarra at recent fashion shows, and celebrities Addison Rae and Hailey Bieber have also embraced the trend.
One of the most anticipated series for 2022 is The First Lady, starring Viola Davis as Michelle Obama. Gillian Anderson and Michelle Pfeiffer will also star as former US First Ladies Eleanor Roosevelt and Betty Ford in the series, which will depict the women who occupied the East Wing.
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SwimWorld in Glen Waverley, Melbourne, has created a class called Aqua e Vita, which combines a meditation session with in-pool yoga movements and mindful swimming.
22Try the wolf cut hairstyle Be bold and try a new cut. The wolf cut hairstyle is kind of like the new mullet — think shorter with volume at the front of your head, then longer with tousled layers at the back. It’s already been seen on the likes of Billie Eilish and Debby Ryan.
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18 Brighten up your walls and support a local artist by investing in a piece of art.
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20Go graphic Overhaul your make-up routine with a splash of bold colour on your eyes. Whether it is two-toned neon eyeliner as seen at the recent Versace catwalk show or dramatic fluorescent eyeshadow, it’s time to go bold or go home.
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44 The House of Wellness A JOKE CAN HURT SOMEONE’S FEELINGS OR BRIGHTEN A PERSON’S DAY, SO HOW DO WE STAY ON THE NICE SIDE OF HUMOUR? WORDS REBECCA DOUGLAS laugh!”memakingyou’re“Stop, muscle?!”youworried“Why,willpulla
L aughter is said to be the best medicine, but many may cringe remembering the times when, in an attempt to be humorous, the line has been overstepped and someone’s feelings have been hurt. Sometimes, this is done on purpose. Many personal jabs and cruel comments are disguised in joke form so the perpetrator can claim they “didn’t really mean it” if they are called out. On the other hand, this power can be wielded for good. A funny remark can be used to relieve tension in the room, avoid undesirable conversations or cheer up a person who’s feeling sad, angry or excluded.
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Dr Nejad consciouslyrecommendsexamining how you can bring more humour into your life. She suggests exploring how you can consume comedy across various formats such as live shows, podcasts, songs, books, comics — even YouTube animal videos. You can also set aside dedicated time in your diary for laughter to improve your overall health and happiness.
A good sense of humour is linked to a longer life, both in overall health and resistance to fatal infections.
Social scientist Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne says there are also benefits in helping us to fit in with society and with groups of people generally. “We like to amuse other people and make others laugh — it enhances our selfesteem and makes us feel like we’ve been well-received,” Assoc Prof Rosewarne says. “Humour is a way to appear likable and also a means to diffuse tension.”
One of the classic rules of comedy is to “punch up”, meaning people who are wealthy, famous and powerful are considered fair game for ridicule, whereas it’s best not to joke about those who are struggling. Not only would it be unkind to do so, your jokes will not generally be found funny.
“Studies have shown that scheduling laughter in your life, including laughter therapy or laughter yoga, can help to boost mood, reduce stress, and strengthen your immune system,” she says.
A Norwegian study reported a good sense of humour is linked to a longer life, both in overall health and resistance to fatal infections. Interestingly, the effect appears to be stronger in women than men.
“Humour can be helpful to relieve distress and lighten the mood in more serious situations, especially when you have a personal relationship with someone,” Dr Nejad says. “If you are tempted to use humour only to diffuse tension for yourself, think twice. Choose instead to be respectful and considerate of others’ feelings.”
But when seeking to lighten awkward or sombre occasions, such as a funeral or when someone is in hospital, it is important to be mindful of whose discomfort you are seeking to soothe, Dr Lillianclinical psychologistNejadsays.
“We should never ‘punch down’,” Assoc Prof Rosewarne says. “We shouldn’t be seeking to make jokes about someone less powerful. We should also avoid making light of things that people are often insecure about such as appearance, or centring our humour around sensitive topics such as religion, sexuality or race, unless we know our audience very well and know how our material will be received.”
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It is OK to use self-deprecating humour as an easy way to avoid offending others, but beware of putting yourself down too much, even in “Self-deprecatingjest. humour is practically in the DNA of all Australians,” Dr Nejad says.
Healthy humour Research has shown laughter has several health benefits, including alleviating stress and anxiety. It releases nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels and lowers blood pressure, and reduces the risk of clotting and cardiovascular illness.
“It has a down-to-earth quality, and it’s a great way to express that you don’t take yourself too seriously. This type of humour can often make others feel more comfortable around you, but it can be problematic when self-deprecation is used to minimise your accomplishments and achievements, and diminish yourself in order to fit in.”
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“And it’s often compounded by other stressors — relationship problems, difficulties with homeschooling, worries about money.”
Conflict strategist Sarah Blake says living in a high conflict environment, where our stress levels and heart rates are soaring, means that — for many of us — our buckets are empty.
“Across the globe we haven’t had to deal with this level of high anxiety since the 1918 flu pandemic,” Sarah says. “People are being bombarded day and night by news about Covid, there have been job losses, families are scattered and unable to connect. So, your patience is low and you have less to give.”
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IN A SOCIETY PUSHED TO ITS LIMITS BY THE PANDEMIC, COMPASSION FATIGUE IS A GROWING PROBLEM AMONG FAMILY AND CARERS WHO RELY ON OTHERS FOR HELP. HERE’S HOW TO RECONNECT WORDS LIZ M cGRATH Has your care factor dropped to zero in the past few months?
Patient advocate Jason Sotiris says this is having a devastating effect on families and carers with loved ones in hospital, leaving them feeling isolated and fatigue,”becausefriendsfindingonesimplyandalreadyacross“Thousandsalone.offamiliesthecountry,whoarefeelingtheemotionalphysicalexhaustionfrombeingthereforaloveddayafterday,arenowthey’refacedwithandfamilyretreatingofcompassionJasonsays.
“Covid has created the perfect storm for compassion fatigue,” psychologist Dr Marny Lishman explains. “The emotional exhaustion you may be feeling after months of lockdowns and uncertainty can cause you to ‘cut off’ your ability to feel empathy for others.
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In 2013, Jason Sotiris was told his eldest daughter, Angela, then only a year old, had a 20 per cent chance of surviving a rare type of cancer. The stress that followed took a huge toll on his family, the Sydney dad of three says.
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Take time to reset “Being reactive is exhausting, so step out of the cycle and take some action to help yourself. If your bucket is low, you’re unable to help anyone else,” Sarah advises. “Find fun things to do again, things you’re passionate about, to help shift your “Self-careenergy.”canalso mean placing boundaries on what makes you feel bad, like too much social media, drinking too much or being around people who upset you,” Dr Lishman says.
In a bid to help, Jason has just launched a 10 Ways to Support a Loved One in Hospital ebook, which is available for free on the Supertee website. Visit supertee.org.au
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Then, take time to reconnect with your family, your tribe and your community, our experts“Whensay.you’re feeling psychologically healthier yourself, you’ll be in a much better position to help those around you with the compassion you have within you,” Dr Lishman says.
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“As Covid took hold, we started a Supertee Facebook group to support families across the country looking after sick kids and what we’re seeing is that compassion fatigue is really taking its toll — people are physically and mentally exhausted,” he says.
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“Recognise and name what you’re feeling if you are drained of compassion, so it no longer controls you,” Sarah guidancea frame“This will givesuggests.youfor change.”“Itmaymeangettingfromsomeone who specialises in helping people who are stressed or burned out, like a psychologist,” Dr Lishman adds.
“We had to manage on our own, even before Covid, and it was very difficult,” Jason says. “Families with sick children often neglect their own self-care and rely on help from friends and family, even if it’s just them being there. Unfortunately, the pandemic has really impacted that.” Thankfully, Angela defied the odds. She recently celebrated her ninth birthday, is cancer-free and is “a happy, bubbly, cheeky, iPad-addicted little girl”, her proud dad says.
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But the ordeal changed Jason’s life for good. He quit his job silicone-sealing bathrooms and created Supertee, an easily removed medical garment with a superhero vibe that’s now a not-for-profit charity.
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Jacqui intends to take her European holiday with her husband, Michael, and their two daughters after they had to
A journalist for the past two decades, Jacqui admits there were moments it became too much — such as when she was trolled on social media by the anti-vaccination community and when she and her husband were trying to juggle home schooling their daughters,
Having grown up in country Victoria and ridden horses for years, Jacqui had always dreamed of owning her own horse. “It was the thing that got me through the pandemic,” she says. “You have to go out and feed them every day and ride them, so that gave me an opportunity to have that window of time where I wasn’t thinking about Covid and I wasn’t being totally consumed by news. It was a great escape for my mental health.”
Jacqui is feeling positive about 2022 and is planning a big European bash for her 40th birthday later this year.
“I think what this experience has taught us is to do those things that maybe you were putting off,” Jacqui says. “If you want to do something, just do it.”
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For the passionate sports lover and Brownlow Medal host, it was a night out celebrating the Geelong Cats winning the 2007 premiership that brought her and Michael together. Excited the club had won its first flag in decades, Jacqui sent her best friend a text saying it was the greatest day of her life. Her mate responded it would be — if she also met her husband. “And I met Michael that night,” Jacqui says with a laugh. “I went to a bar on Chapel St (in Melbourne) and Michael was there with a friend I knew and we started talking and that was it.”
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She has done live television crosses from abandoned CBD streets and an empty MCG, fought back tears when reporting on the outbreak of Covid-19 in Melbourne aged care homes and posted thousands of social media updates on her Instagram page keeping Victorians abreast of restrictions and case numbers.
Michael with daughters Georgia and Maddie.
JACQUI FELGATE Maddie, 9, and Georgia, 4, with busy“Thatcareers.feeling of heaviness when you’re reading the news every day and there is nothing good to report, after 18 months of it, it can get a little overwhelming,” she says. “I did also have a lot of vicious, vicious trolling and that made me feel a little anxious. But you just focus on the good and positive, and the people you can help.”
The Channel 7 presenter has been at the frontline of news yearsforduringreportingthepandemicthepasttwoinMelbourne.
“I’m grateful I was able to work because so many people couldn’t work, but it’s been hard,” Jacqui, 39, says. “It was all-consuming. For the first time in people’s lives, the news truly affected every single thing that they did. Sometimes people can be really critical of the news, but in this instance, it has been part of everybody’s lives for the past two years.” At times, responsibilitythe of reporting the news in recent years has been a heavy burden for Jacqui.
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To maintain her health, Jacqui also loves spending time outdoors and most mornings will rise early and go for a run before work. She also does pilates and paddleboarding with her family during the summer months.
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“In our family, we both work incredibly long hours so the pandemic has taught us you need to make more time for yourself and your children,” sheThesays.family are in the middle of building a new home in Melbourne and Jacqui is also excited about travelling to Beijing in February for the Winter Olympic Games. “That is going to be an interesting experience because we will still be dealing with restrictions and being part of the Olympic bubble, so that will be a rather unique Olympics — but it will be great to travel again.”
The House of Wellness 51 my life cancel plans to spend their 10th wedding anniversary overseas due to travel restrictions last year.
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“Imet Paul the way many people meet their other halves, in a pub. We realised we’d lived in the same country town as kids, but missed each other by six months when our families moved. I remember thinking that night that he had such a lovely face. He looked warm and open and happy. Paul was one of those people whose face matches their personality. He was very accepting of others, and always had a way of lightening the mood and making people laugh. He was a teacher.Wegot married a few years later and had our son, Joseph. Life was really good, very normal. I was five months’ pregnant with our little girl, Heidi, when Paul was diagnosed with bone cancer, and everything happened very quickly from then. Fifteen months later, he was gone. You’d think a terminal diagnosis gives you time to prepare, but it wasn’t that way for us. We knew Paul was very sick, of course, but we couldn’t believe he would die. I know Paul hid a lot of his pain from us. The kids and I, as well as Paul’s family, had a lot of support around us after he died, but I still felt really lost and quite removed from normal life. I found it very hard to accept I’d never see him again and that Joseph and Heidi would grow up without their dad, and that Paul would miss out on so much. Even years later, I could barely believe it. One thing that really helped was reading about other people’s experiences with death. I’d read
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WHEN FORMER JOURNALIST AND MUM OF TWO EVONNE MADDEN LOST HUSBAND PAUL TO CANCER AT AGE 37, SHE COPED THE ONLY WAY SHE KNEW HOW – BY TALKING TO OTHERS WHO HAD SUFFERED HEARTBREAKING LOSS AND WRITING A BOOK ABOUT IT. THROUGH THAT PROCESS, SHE FOUND HOPE.
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Life After by Evonne Madden, published by Affirm Press, RRP $35. Available from all good bookshops.
* Half of the royalties of Life After will be donated to Melbourne’s Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in memory of Paul Madden.
“It’s good to realise it’s normal to feel like you’re not coping emotionally, and even basic decisions can seem difficult.”
— Evonne Madden after I put the kids to bed at night and that helped calm me down and to think things through. This will probably sound very morbid but I became quite interested in grief itself. I’d been so lucky in life and had never experienced anything like this before and I wondered how other people dealt with loss. What was going on in their heads? That’s when I started
The House of Wellness 55 interviewing people for Life After. I’d certainly never compare myself to the people in the book — some of them have suffered the very worst of human nature and survived extreme traumas, like Holocaust survivors Abram and Cesia Goldberg — but I have learnt a lot from every single person who agreed to be interviewed. That’s the whole point of this book, really, that people who are struggling with grief can get some comfort reading the stories. I’m very grateful to the 62 people who agreed to be part of the book. Some I’d met or had interviewed before, but most didn’t know me at all. They were all so open and honest about their experiences, and motivated to help others. There are some well-known people in it, like Damien Oliver, Bev Brock, Samuel Johnson and Red Symons, but many are regular people just trying to work things out. Often it was the little things about grief that jumped out at me during the interviews. Robert Gropel lost his wife, Marisa, in tragic circumstances — she died of altitude sickness, in his arms, while they were climbing Mt Everest. Robert talked about how he wasn’t able to throw out Marisa’s conditioner bottle or old running socks. They’re the little things you might obsess over, like what to do with a wardrobe full of clothes. Robert is a very intelligent man who has climbed the highest mountains in the world, and yet those little things were also hard for him. It’s good to realise it’s normal to feel like you’re not coping emotionally, and even basic decisions can seem difficult. I think most people in the book would say that grief takes time. Joseph is eight now and Heidi seven, and there’s so much Paul in both of them. Heidi is a clone of her dad and Joseph has a lot of his mannerisms. We talk about Paul a lot. I want the kids to know all about their dad — his brilliant sense of humour, his kindness, and how much he loved them. They get a lot of that through Paul’s family and mates. I’ve also packed away a lot of Paul’s clothes and belongings. These are for the kids to keep, when they’re older and when they’re ready.”
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From lockdowns and homeschooling to limited access to friends, sport and other extracurricular activities, you can’t deny that the past year (or two) has been quite a departure from a typical Aussie childhood. As our kids gear up to return to the classroom for 2022, parental relief is tempered with a long line of questions including: Has my child fallen behind academically? What if they struggle to reintegrate into the classroom routine? The good news? The solutions are often far simpler than we realise. will
2022 be like for our students? ANXIOUS ABOUT THE RETURN TO SCHOOL? HAPPILY, THE ROAD AHEAD IS LARGELY POSITIVE FOR OUR CHILDREN WORDS DILVIN YASA
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Of the Covid deaths to date, it’s important to note that only one of those was under the age of 10 (it was reported she had ‘serious comorbidities’) and two were aged between 10 and 19*. Prof Booy stated that of those who were in intensive care at the time of our interview “only a handful” were in pediatric intensive care. That said, a small percentage of children who have a chronic medical illness, such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome or a chronic heart, lung or liver condition (for example), are at risk of becoming ill. For this reason, Prof Booy says universal vaccinations remain a good idea. Covid-19 vaccinations are now mandatory for all teaching staff in New South Wales and Victoria.
If your kids are worried about returning to school, it’s a natural fear to have, Beyond Blue clinical advisor Dr Grant Blashki explains.“Ourchildrenhave spent the past year worrying if they — or their family or friends — will get Covid, and these fearful feelings are likely to continue as they get ready for their first day back at school,” Dr Blashki says.
Although we know the Delta strain is substantially more infectious than earlier variants of the virus, it is important to remember that (in most cases) it remains a mild illness for our younger population, infectious diseases pediatrician Professor Robert Booy explains. “The majority of children won’t show any symptoms, and some will experience cold-like symptoms, such as a runny nose and fatigue,” Prof Booy says.
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It is expected most high school students will be vaccinated by the time school returns for 2022 thanks to the rollout of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for students aged 12 and up. Those aged 5-11 were set to be approved for vaccination early in the new year.
The House of Wellness 59 “School has a nice natural routine and rhythm to it, and the majority will be relieved and feel grateful to re-enter it.”
“My best guess is most kids will be fine. School has a nice natural routine and rhythm to it, and the majority will be relieved and feel grateful to re-enter it.”
“Keep up the hope — remind kids of the positives that surround Covid. By shifting the way they think about the virus, we help to empower them,” he says.
— Dr Justin Coulson Safety first
Fortunately, our children are far more resilient and flexible than we give them credit for, with most happily slotting back into “regular life” with minimal concern. “We have no evidence from past experience to draw on so we can really only
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Keep an eye out for unusual activity or disturbances but, for the most part, remember to focus on the positives, Dr Blashki adds.
Parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson adds high school kids are likely to have a tougher time of it, with mask mandates and conflict over vaccines adding to the mental load. “They might feel terrified of going to school with unvaccinated peers and there could be social fallout related to who is and isn’t double jabbed,” says Dr Coulson, the author of several parenting books including Miss-connection
“You have to take the long view. If your child has missed a couple of terms out of the 52 they’ll enjoy throughout their primary and secondary schooling, it’s not very much in the grand scheme of things,” Dr Coulson says.
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In the weeks leading up to the first day of school, start locking in social engagements that fit within the parameters of your local restrictions, Triple P International country director Carol MarkieDadds“Withadvises.young ones, in particular, it can help ease anxiety if you also organise to walk to school with their friend for that first week to help get them settled in,” Carol says. Humans are hardwired to connect with others, so feel reassured our kids will instinctively know what to do. That doesn’t mean we can’t push a few social activities their way, of “Encouragecourse.play dates for little ones, time to hang out for older kids and, where you can, try to get the kids involved with extracurricular activities where friendships with like-minded kids can form,” Dr Coulson advises. “If you belong to a religious organisation or cultural group, make sure the kids are involved with that also.”
“The vast majority of teachers know what kids should be doing and how to get them there and we, as parents, often do not. Trust your child’s teachers to do their job.”
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Finally, remember to stop, relax and enjoy these moments, Dr Coulson says. “Your kids don’t need to be fixed, they only need to be loved.”
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Beyond Blue (beyondblue.org.au), Headspace (headspace.org.au) and Kids Helpline (kidshelpline.com.au) have great resources for school-aged children, but engaging the school and your child’s GP is an important first step in cases where issues are more serious.
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“Just as we schedule time for work, we should schedule daily slots for fun, whether it’s playing games, doing arts and crafts or playing in the garden, otherwise it can get overlooked in the rush of the new school year.”
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Dr Blashki agrees that it’s important for parents to lower their expectations, explaining that it’s more important that our children don’t have added pressures at this time. “They’ll catch up eventually, so keep your focus on ensuring they feel happy, healthy and secure,” he says.
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What’s just as important is that you don’t leave social activities to chance, Carol says. “Just as we schedule time for work, we should schedule daily slots for fun, whether it’s playing games, doing arts and crafts or playing in the garden, otherwise it can get overlooked in the rush of the new school year.”
Whether you’re a numbers person or far from it, it’s hard to dispute Dr Coulson’s logic when it comes to concerns your child has “fallen behind”.
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Bronzed Aussies are as loved around the world as koalas, kangaroos and the Sydney Opera House.
Shaun, who grew up on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, was working in corporate lifestyle general management and Blair owned a spray tanning salon in Melbourne. They were good friends and the more Blair talked about the uplift in a self-tanning craze, the more serious they became about launching their own DIY product range.
“We have teams in London, LA and New York, are stocked in 30 countries, selling online in more than 100 countries and have just entered China.’’ The self-tanning process has improved greatly over the years. Bondi Sands has a famous, pleasing, coconut scent and no risk of tan-stained sheets. The company was also the first to introduce tan eraser. The original dark foam is still the top-selling product, followed by the recent Pure range, which contains no dye and is sold in 100 per cent recycled packaging; the facial mist that gives a soft tan in just an hour is particularly popular.
“We believed a lot of the products available had an orange undertone and we wanted to produce a golden tan, so we came up with a new base tone and added more active ingredients to hydrate the skin.’’
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Shaun, now Bondi Sands’ chief executive, and business partner Blair James launched the company in an industry dominated by women, but that was never a deterrent.
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“When we entered the market in 2012, tanning was more seasonal, but it’s now all year round, though our peak sales in the UK and Australia are in summer,’’ Shaun says.
Australian top self-tanning brand Bondi Sands is branching out, casting its golden glow over a new facial skincare range
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“We were determined to produce a high-quality selftanning product at an affordable price, so we started with three products,’’ Shaun says.
Shaun Wilson has always known Australians are famous for their great outdoors lifestyle and healthy, glowing skin. It is just part of what has made Bondi Sands, the company he co-founded, become the No.1 self-tanning brand in the US, Europe and the UK, not to mention Australia.
Shaun Wilson (left) and Blair James are the founders of Bondi Sands, a Melbourne-based company popular around the world.
“We’re really proud to still be made in Melbourne and stocked in 32,000 stores around the world,’’ Shaun says.
The brand, which has a core staff of 90, now supports more than 500 manufacturing jobs in Melbourne. It included an SPF range in 2017 and has just launched a facial skincare range comprising 12 products — such as moisturisers, serums and masks — at Chemist Warehouse.
“When we started our company 11 years ago, we thought we could position Australia as an iconic place and even though we’re based in Melbourne, we couldn’t really call our product Port Melbourne Tan,” Shaun says. “Bondi has a much more international feel, and whenever we walk into meetings to talk about our brand around the world, everyone gets what the Australian lifestyle is about.”
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Dr Mark Edwards, Rural Emergency Medicine registrar at Sonic HealthPlus Mount Super Clinic, says: “Australia
is a beautiful country with a beautiful climate, but in summer we need to think ahead and prepare.”
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fourth-warmest year on record in 2020, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Heatwaves affected large parts of the country, and we are likely to swelter again through the coming months.
Sunburn One in four Australians aged 25-44 is sunburnt on summer weekends, according to the Summer Sun Protection Survey. Children are particularly at risk as they have more sensitive skin than adults. It’s UV — not heat — that causes sunburn and DNA damage that can lead to cancer, so sun protection is recommended whenever the UV Index is 3 or higher.
“Signs of sunburn can start in as little as 10 to 15 minutes and include painful reddening of the skin, blistering, itching and peeling,” says Heather Walker, head of SunSmart at Cancer Council Victoria. Longer term, sunburn increases the risk of skin cancer and skin ageing. What to do: Check the free SunSmart app or the Bureau of Meteorology to find out the UV rating. When the UV Index is 3 or higher you need to slip on clothing and slop on broad spectrum, waterresistant sunscreen that’s SPF 30 or higher. Slap on a hat, seek shade and slide on sunglasses.
In summer, one of the most common mistakes people make is not drinking enough water and becoming dehydrated. Signs of dehydration include a dry mouth, headache, going to the toilet less often and urine that is a darker colour than usual.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service estimates there are 3000 cases of snake bite each year, and around 550 of those cases end up in hospital. Most cases involve brown snakes. What to do: To reduce the risk of being bitten, stay away from places where snakes hide, such as holes in the ground, crevices, long grass or under logs. Wear jeans and boots and, if you see a snake, don’t provoke it.
“Stay calm if you are bitten — if you become animated, you spread the poison,” Dr Edwards says. “Gently place a dressing over the bite and don’t apply a tourniquet. Immobilise the arm or leg to prevent the venom spreading, and call 000.”
“Your body tries to control its temperature and fails, so your core temperature starts to climb. If someone has heat stroke, they can be delirious or become unconscious and their skin will be mottled and pale,” Dr Edwards says. Other warning signs are a rapid pulse and rapid, noisy breathing. They may have stopped sweating, too. What to do: “Call 000, drench the person with water and turn up the airconditioning. This situation needs medical help,” Dr Edwards says. Wrap the person in wet towels and place ice packs around their neck, groin and armpits.
“Mild sunburn can be treated with over-the-counter painkillers, bathing the area in cool water or applying cold compresses and drinking water,” Heather says. “Resist the temptation to pop blisters or peel skin, and apply antiseptic cream if skin peels to reduce the risk of infection.”
Seek medical help if you have extensive blistering and pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, fever and dizziness.
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“Young children and the elderly can get sick quite quickly. Children might become irritable and upset, or lethargic and not very responsive,” Dr Edwards says. What to do: Drink plenty of water and pass clear urine at least once a day. Avoid alcohol, coffee and sugary drinks that can make dehydration worse. Dehydration can progress to heat fatigue or heat exhaustion. Signs of this are more severe — headaches, dizziness, irritability, tiredness, nausea and muscle cramps. If this happens, rest in a cool place, dampen skin and switch on airconditioning or a fan, Dr Edwards advises, and drink plenty of water. If left untreated, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke.
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It’s UV — not heat — that causes sunburn and DNA damage that can lead to cancer ...
Scarring can be more of an issue with this treatment, and your doctor may suggest using a silicone-containing gel for six to eight weeks after the wound has healed.
“The area will blister initially and then weep for a few weeks,” says Associate Professor Stephen Shumack from The Australasian College of Dermatologists. To treat the area, bathe with saline solution and apply a nonstick dressing. “As the crust forms, apply an ointment such as Vaseline. After the crust falls off (around one to four weeks later) then a bland moisturiser can be used for a few weeks,” Assoc Prof Shumack says.
In the case of a severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis, call 000 and use an EpiPen to administer adrenalin.
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What to do: Insects are particularly active at dawn and dusk, so cover up at these times. If you can see the sting, scrape it away using your fingernail or the edge of a bank card and then wash the area. For wasps and ant stings, apply a cold pack and take an antihistamine.
If you have been diagnosed with a skin cancer — whether a basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) or melanoma — it is likely your specialist will take steps to remove the offending skin cells, plus some skin surrounding it. Whether a scar remains depends on the depth and width of the skin cancer, but there are some steps you can take to minimise permanent scarring and encourage healthy skin cell growth. Your skin specialist may use a topical treatment, such as creams or gels that can be applied at home, usually five days a week for six weeks. Topical treatments are usually recommended for superficial BCCs and squamous cell carcinoma in situ (Bowen’s disease).
Some BCCs and early SCCs can be treated by injecting a local anaesthetic into the area and then removed using a curette, after which the skin is cauterised.
In other cryotherapyinstances,—liquid nitrogen — may be applied to remove sunspots and small BCCs.
Caring for stitches “After stitches are removed it is important not to stretch that area of skin for a week or two as the wound will still be fragile. The area is best treated with an ointment such as Vaseline, or a silicone gel formulation for healing scars,” Assoc Prof Shumack says.
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skincarePost-treatment BCCs make up about 70 per cent of non-melanoma skin cancers.
Having one BCC increases the risk of getting another. “It’s vital to apply sun protection, which contains an SPF 50+ product, and cover with clothing or hats to protect from the sun,” Assoc Prof Shumack says.
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Most people get a local reaction after being stung by bees, wasps and ants — usually some pain, swelling, redness and itching. But stings may cause a severe allergic reaction in some people, and can lead to collapse, difficulty breathing, talking or swallowing, coughing, wheezing, rash and swollen mouth, throat or tongue.
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Teigan Nash, 32, was diagnosed with the inflammatory bowel disease in 2018. She knew very little about the condition at the time, but has learned to manage it and now leads a busy life as a TV presenter
“Ivividly remember being on a work trip to New Zealand and knowing something was wrong. I’d been feeling bloated for a while and I was bleeding when I went to the bathroom, but during that trip the symptoms got worse. They didn’t stop me skydiving over a glacier at sunset and doing other adventurous things, but alarm bells were ringing. When I arrived home, I saw my GP who referred me to a gastroenterologist. He performed a colonoscopy and a few weeks later told me I had Crohn’s disease. I don’t know why I have it and I didn’t really know anything about it, but now I could take steps to treat it. I realised it was manageable. My gastroenterologist helped draw up a management plan that involves taking medication every day and boosting my immunity. I have regular checkups and a colonoscopy every year, too. Crohn’s disease varies in its severity and, at the moment, I feel quite lucky because, for me, it is quite mild. My lifestyle is important in managing Crohn’s, so I eat foods that are good for me — plenty of fresh vegetables, fish and lean meat. I steer clear of gluten and dairy, but I have friends with Crohn’s who are fine with dairy. I exercise, too, and enjoy yoga and running. Exercise gives me energy and it’s part of a healthy lifestyle that helps prevent a flare-up. I’ve learned to listen to my body, too, and I slow down when I need to. Having rest time and avoiding burnout helps me reduce the risk of my symptoms flaring up. I have a strong support network of friends and family, and I’ve met people though Crohn’s & Colitis Australia, too. Some of them have had Crohn’s for 20 years. Talking about it helps me. I think there’s a stigma around Crohn’s because symptoms involve the bathroom — but it’s important to feel comfortable enough to talk about it. It’s also important to see your GP and get checked if you have symptoms. I take Crohn’s day by day. I don’t know if it will get better or worse as time goes on. But there’s a lot you can do to help yourself, and it doesn’t have to stop you living your life.”
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Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are the two most common types of inflammatory bowel disease. Inflammatory bowel disease affects more than one in 250 people in Australia, and there is no known cause or cure. Crohn’s affects any part of the gastrointestinal tract, but most often affects the small intestine/colon. Typical symptoms include a frequent and urgent need to go to the toilet, diarrhoea, bleeding, loss of appetite, fatigue and weight loss.
Early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve the lives of people with Crohn’s and colitis.
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Vasectomy This is a quick 20 to 40-minute sterilisation operation for men. It is considered one of the most effective forms of contraception, but is very difficult to reverse.
There are many options when it comes to contraception. We ask the experts to explain the different categories to help you make informed choices about birth control
deviceIntrauterine(IUD) Inserted into the uterus, IUDs last up to 10 years, making them a great long-term, fuss-free option that is becoming more popular.
“People are moving away from medical options, often because of ethical concerns and environmental issues. But the reality is that sometimes natural is not better,” she adds.
The pill Taken daily, the contraceptive pill contains two hormones that stop ovulation and is considered to be very effective. The pill can also be used to manipulate your period if you want to skip it every now and then, which adds to its popularity, Dr Moten says.
There are two main categories, according to Dr Amy Moten from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
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Condoms Made from latex and available at any chemist or supermarket, condoms are one of the easiest to access and most commonly used contraceptives for all genders. In Australia, research shows 59 per cent of all condom buyers are male, and 41 per cent are female. They are also ideal for casual relationships as they act as a barrier against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
“Health providers will often break down contraception into what we call the long-acting reversible contraceptives, which are the most effective forms of contraception,” Dr Moten says. “But some people have preferences for other forms that are short-term acting that may be more suitable to the individual.”
Using only the hormone progesterone, this works like the regular pill and is 99 per cent effective.
The mini pill
injectionsContraceptive Given every 12 weeks, a contraceptive injection uses a synthetic version of the hormone progestogen, which stops women from producing an egg every month.
Vaginal rings This uses the same hormones as the pill. It is placed high in the vagina and removed for periods. It is just as effective as the pill, but can be fiddly to use.
What method to use?
“Between 2005 and 2015, we’ve seen slight increases of use from 1.6 per cent to 4.5 per cent,” Carolyn says.
Getting frisky can be fun but risky if you don’t want to end up with a baby. There are many methods of contraception that can help avoid pregnancy, but most can only be used by women, says Carolyn Mogharbel, manager of Women’s Health Victoria 1800 My Options. “It’s a frustration that women have to bear the cost — physically, emotionally and financially — of contraception,” Carolyn says. “The reality is the body with the uterus is the body that contraception is made for a lot of time.” At this stage, men have only two options — condoms or a vasectomy — while women have more choice.
Ovulation apps Fertility app trackers basically show when you are at your most fertile, so you can avoid sex at these times. It isn’t a foolproof method and shouldn’t be relied on unless you’re happy taking a risk, Dr Moten says.
Implants Planted in your arm, this small rod releases hormones that prevent pregnancy for up to three years. In 2015, an estimated 5.1 per cent of women used an implant, according to Carolyn. Some women report regular spotting as a side effect.
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“For instance, someone who’s getting back into running, or who’s never been a runner, they can get achilles tendonitis — that’s a really common injury,” Tristan says.
“Something like a massage will help you recover. Buy yourself a new pair of shoes or workout outfit if you’ve achieved your short-term goal.”
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“If you’re going back to the gym, don’t expect to be able to lift the same weights that you were lifting previously, or don’t do the same intensity in cardio as you’ve done before,”
Reward yourself If you are aiming for your ideal weight or running a personal best, it’s crucial to pat yourself on the back once you reach your goal. “You have to take it pretty slow and steady, particularly if you’re coming back from injury or something like pregnancy, but having achievable goals and rewards are important,” Steve says.
It is widely acknowledged that having an exercise buddy makes you more likely to stay committed and it also helps you achieve better results. So, make exercise a social affair, Tristan says. “It can be a partner or a friend, and they don’t have to be doing it with you physically all the time. Just having a person to have a conversation with helps and you can set to do mini challenges together, like a fun run,” the Brisbane-based personal trainer says.
Phone a friend
Start small Going too hard too soon is a common mistake.
“It may only be two to three sessions to get you started or to learn the basic movements, but this will really help with technique and initial motivation.”
“People can also feel really tired if they come from no training, then you associate that exercise with being tired as opposed to what you actually wanted to do in the first place, which is be more energetic.”
Most of us know the guilt of not hitting the gym, or not working up any kind of sweat for a long time. Perhaps an injury derailed your fitness routine, or a pregnancy, or maybe life just got in the way. When it comes to getting out of a workout slump, regardless of the reason, there are a few simple things you can do to make the journey easier.
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But try not to make unhealthy food your reward if weight loss is your main goal, he adds. Get a personal trainer It is no surprise that you’re more likely to succeed if you get help.
Expect pain “Be prepared for having a bit of soreness after the first sessions,” Steve says. “It’s not a bad thing. It’s because you’re using muscles that you may not have used for a little while. Make sure that you recover properly and that you have some equipment like a foam roller or rollerballs on hand that you can use to work through muscles. That will help.”
Australian Fitness Academy managing director Steve Hore advises. You could be putting yourself at risk if you jump in the deep end, Witness the Fitness founder Tristan Forbes adds.
“I’d advise against beginners going to a big box gym alone because they kind of just get thrown in with the crowd,” Tristan says. “Get a personal trainer first. Someone who’s actually going to help you as an individual.
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Working out routinely will mean you’re more likely to keep it up, according to Steve.
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“Whether it’s 10.30am when you have a coffee break from work or early morning, by putting it in your daily schedule, it becomes routine and then you don’t think twice about it.”
“Put exercise in as part of a schedule so that it happens at the same time every day,” he says.
“You don’t need a whole lot of fancy equipment or fancy gear,” Steve says. “You can just get out at home. Go for a walk, go for a jog, a run, or a bike ride. You don’t necessarily need that fancy pair of running shoes.”
— Steve Hore
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“If you’re going back to the gym, don’t expect to be able to lift the same weights that you were lifting previously.”
Sometimes people can create mental barriers such as convincing themselves they need something before getting back into training — but it’s simply not true.
“We liaise regularly with the prescriber and it’s really about providing a holistic service as we become an integral member of the patient’s overall health care team.” As part of the service pharmacists monitorcommunicatecounsel,andregularlypatientprogress.
Those most likely to benefit
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It’s something that Sydneybased pharmacist Winny Lim, from Chemist Warehouse in Epping and Eastwood, knows only too well.
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“It looks like a calendar with the week laid out in days and times, with individually sealed compartments that are safely pre-packed with your specific medications,” Winny explains.
A way to keep multiple medicines organised is at your service
While the DAA service is available to everyone, among those who might benefit most include patients who have trouble sticking to a schedule or who forget to take their prescriptions and need a visual cue. Also, people with a carer who monitors their medicine, those who have difficulty opening bottles or packets, patients who are cognitively impaired or those taking five or more medications a day.
“It feels wonderful to be able to help people like this and allows us the opportunity to follow up and see if people are having difficulties or whether they need our help with anything,” she says. “Really, it’s what being a community pharmacist is all about.”
It’s called the dose administration aid (DAA) service and can be a game-changer in ensuring you take the right medicine at the correct dose and time, in a safe and hygienic way.
— Winny Lim
“Customers are really grateful when they find out about it,” Winny says. “I’ve had daughters or sons with family members who have dementia come in and they’ve been trying to juggle everything. Just to know their mum or dad is getting the right medication is such a weight off their minds.”
“It can get quite confusing for people, particularly if they are elderly or perhaps juggling young children or a lot of different medications,” Winny says.
WORDS LIZ M cGRATH However, there is a service offered in pharmacies that can take the hassle out of the timing and management of medicines.
Whilemedicines?aspoonful of sugar, as the old saying suggests, may help the medicine go down, keeping your doses organised can be tricky and time-consuming.Particularlyifyou are one of the almost million Australians taking five or more prescribed medicines in a week.
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“People go out to eat and forget to take the right pills, or brand names change and they become unsure, or they can’t remember if they’ve had their medicine that day or not.”
“It can get quite confusing for particularlypeople, if they are elderly or jugglingperhapsyoungchildrenoralotofdifferentmedications.”
“It’s convenient, compact, highly portable and is stress free, because your pharmacist is doing all the work with you. We have the service at Chemist Warehouse and My Chemist.
While coversgovernmentfederalfundingsomepeople for using the service, the cost for others can vary. Winny suggests checking with your pharmacy to see if the service is right for you.
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“Speaking up and clearly while wearing a mask is vital and please don’t get upset if someone of my years asks you to repeat yourself.”
Six years ago this month, I wrote an article in this magazine titled ‘Becoming your parents’.
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It described how, when your living-out-of-home adult kids come to visit, they comment on the TV being inordinately loud (as well as give their opinion of the shows you’re watching) and then they keep talking as they leave the room (to load up your washing machine with their dirty laundry). You respond by telling them to come back and speak face to face if they want an answer. They tell you that you should get your hearing checked and you pout. Just like it was with you and your parents way back when. The article was about recognising that you may have a degree of hearing loss and doing something about it. Well, have you done anything or is the TV just getting louder? I know what you’re thinking, with the pandemic restrictions, we would have just been happy to be able to have our kids visit us, and getting health checks has slipped off the agenda a bit. However, health issues wait for no person or virus. OK, I admit, you’re not alone on the hearing issue, but I wonder if, like me, you have been acutely reminded of your deteriorating hearing during the pandemic while wearing masks for Covid protection. Sure, vaccination is our ticket out, but in risky situations masks are still important in reducing transmission of respiratory infections, along with all the other recommended hygiene and distance
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Speaking up and clearly while wearing a mask is vital and please don’t get upset if someone of my years asks you to repeat yourself. Then again, maybe this should be a prompt for those of us who are asking someone to repeat themselves to get our hearing checked by an audiologist.
By the way, the Australian Government does offer a
subsidy for eligible people if you do need hearing aids. You can check your eligibility at meIforIbeingawavingneedeyes,SomeexpressionsmuchmadeOh,hearingservices.gov.au.andwearingamaskmerealisejusthowwerelyonfacialtocommunicate.peoplehavesmilingbutIthinkwealsotodosomesortofhandgesturetoletpassingwalkerknowwe’reneighbourly.Indeed,ranintoafriendIhadn’tseenageswhileoutforawalk.said‘hi’,buthelookedatblankly.ThenIrealised I had a mask and sunglasses on. Do remember to identify yourself when half your face is covered.Onthat,have you noticed there could actually be a plus side to pandemic restrictions? Woo, that is a bold statement! Seriously, I met so many neighbours I didn’t know ‘pre-pandemic’ while out on my daily doggie walk, and that has a positive long-term legacy that will extend beyond the pandemic. I can’t wait for the next neighbourhood street party (yes, I wrote down everyone’s name — including their dog’s)! Covid-19 will continue to be present in our community for some time to come and we need to listen to expert advice on how to live as normally as possible. The past two years have certainly tested us, both physically and metaphorically, but we’ve come so far. Our community is strong when we work together. Look after yourself. Oh, and please get your hearing tested if you are struggling. health wise
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Now “Fast Ed” Halmagyi shares the love with the Seasonal Kitchen cookbook, inspired by almost 20 years of travelling across the nation with the popular TV show.
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He has inspired many of us from behind the Better Homes and Gardens stove with his time-conscious, family friendly cooking.
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“This book is a celebration of the best we’ve done on Better Homes and Gardens, but it’s also a celebration of the best produce and flavours Australia has to offer,” Ed says.
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But Ed believes in keeping it simple when entertaining at home with graphic designer wife Leah, daughter Luca and son Finn. “If you go to a restaurant, yes, choose complicated.somethingButathome, the host is the single most important ingredient so you don’t want to spend the entire evening in the kitchen — it ruins it for everyone,” he says. "People visit to spend time with you.”
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“That’s the thing about summer entertaining — when the sun is shining and you have great food and company and a glass of an Australian sparkling in your hand, it doesn’t get much better than that,” he says with a laugh.
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“I’ve always believed food should be accessible, affordable and achievable. My motto is that when you do less, the ingredients can do more. There’s a real liberation in being able to cook in a way that frees you up, it’s good for your mental wellbeing.”Ed,from Sydney’s northern beaches and father of two teenagers, says it's a philosophy that works particularly well in the summer when many of us prefer to cook and eat outdoors.
“There's a real liberation in being able to cook in a way that frees you up, it's good for your mental wellbeing.”
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• 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds and baby red shiso leaves or micro parsley, to garnish Saute prawns, chilli, garlic and ginger in sesame oil in a pan on medium heat for 5 minutes, until prawns are firm to touch. Set aside to cool. andwithdressingprawns,intoavocadotogether.aioli,choppedmint,CombineSeason.avocado,papayaandnuts.StirzestandjuiceSpoonmixturebowls,topwithdrizzlewithandgarnishsesameseedsshisotoserve. west coast of Vancouver Island that Ed, now 46, developed a true appreciation for local, seasonal produce.
“Much of our seafood came from the surrounding waters and many of our ingredients came on the back of pickup trucks driven by local farmers and fishermen. Wild leaves, crab, gooseberries — two-and-a-half hours later they’d be on the menu.
“It was all about incredibly fresh, bright flavours, much the same as the produce we have throughout Australia. That is what this book is all about.”
While his impressive resume includes time at Rockpool and Bennelong, it was at Canada’s iconic Wickaninnish Inn on the
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The popular chef is no stranger to hard work. Starting his culinary career working as a kitchen hand in his teens, he continued to work in hospitality during high school and university, and still puts in seven-day weeks for much of the year.
The House of Wellness 81 live we CHARRED PEACH MELBA CANDIEDGRANITAWATERMELONWITHANDPECANS SERVES 4 • ½ ripe watermelon, diced • 125g punnet raspberries • juice of 1 lime • ¼ cup caster sugar • 200g vanilla ice cream • 1 cup pecans • ½ cup icing sugar • ½ tsp fine sea salt flakes • pinch cayenne pepper • 2 tbsp orange juice • 2 peaches, halved and stoned Preheat oven to 160C fan-forced (180C conventional). For granita, press melon through a fine sieve to remove seeds. Puree melon juice, berries, lime juice and sugar in a blender. Pour in a tray and freeze for 4 hours. Let ice cream soften slightly, then press into 4 egg rings on a tray and re-freeze. Toss together pecans, icing sugar, salt, cayenne and orange juice, scatter on a lined tray and bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing regularly, until glossy and dry. Allow to cool. Cook peach halves on a hot, ribbed griddle until lightly blackened. Put ice cream discs on chilled plates. Top each disc with a peach half, granita and pecans. Serve. HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD WITH LABNE AND HONEY DRESSING SERVES 4 Edited recipes from Better Homes and Gardens Seasonal Kitchen with Fast Ed, published by Are Media Books, RRP $29.99. • 500g sheep's milk yoghurt • sea salt flakes and freshly ground white pepper, to season • ½ bunch chives, finely sliced • 2 tbsp manuka honey • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar • 3 oranges, zested, segmented • 4 spring onions, very finely sliced • 1 bunch basil leaves • 4 slices pumpernickel bread, broken into pieces • ½ cup Brazil nuts, chopped • 4 cups mixed heirloom tomatoes To make labne, put yoghurt in cheesecloth, tie securely and hang for 2 hours to drain. Season, then fold in sliced chives. Meanwhile, mix honey, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and orange zest in a bowl, then season with salt. Combine orange segments, spring onion, basil, bread and chopped nuts in a bowl and toss well. Slice tomatoes into a range of shapes, then add to bowl. Mix, then drizzle with honey dressing. Spread labne on a platter and top with the drizzled tomato salad. Serve.
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From fountains to sea views, water makes us feel good. It’s an intuitive response stemming from the fact that water, which comprises up to 75 per cent of our bodies, is essential to life.
By revealing the health benefits of being in aquatic environments, an emerging field of study is now supporting that intuition with science. It’s worth considering, especially when planning travel that puts nature’s watery wonders within reach.
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Taking time out for even a short eco-cruise on your next holiday could do you the world of good through life
The House of Wellness 85 Out of the blue It is widely accepted that green spaces enhance health and wellbeing, but the positive power of blue spaces such as rivers and oceans is now also being recognised.A2017review of 35 studies concluded there was “consistent evidence of positive associations between blue space exposure and mental health and physical activity”.
“Thinking about water, listening to it, looking at it can slow our breathing rate, slow our heart rate and cool our body temperature — even without touching the water,” Dr Nichols says. It can stimulate a neurochemical shift that “moves us from a stressed place to a calm place … increase our creativity, enhance a sense of peace and even … a sense of freedom”. live we
PROMONTORYWILSONS VICTORIA Wilsons Promontory National Park has been a favourite for generations of nature lovers, but the surrounding marine park wasn’t so accessible before Pennicott Wilderness Journeys launched an eco-cruise in 2019. Highlights of the rugged coastline at the Australian mainland’s southernmost point include eerie Skull Rock and views of Mt Oberon. Seals, sea eagles and dolphins are among the wildlife often spotted on this two-and-a-half-hour voyage. promcruises.com.au GORDON RIVER TASMANIA Gordon River Cruises’ catamaran enters Wild Rivers National Park in quiet electric mode, making the river’s mirror-like reflections all the more magical. This six to seven-hour journey also includes an easy walk into temperate rainforest to see towering huon pines, a guided tour of a former convict prison island and a fast crossing of massive Macquarie Harbour to its wild Southern Ocean entrance called Hell’s Gates. gordonrivercruises.com.au Wilsons Promontory
“It’s surprising how powerfully water can shift our physiology,” says Dr Wallace J. Nichols, a marine biologist whose deep connection with water led him to consider its human benefits. He literally wrote the book on the subject. Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do is an international bestseller.
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While coral bleaching is concerning, vast stretches of the reef are still thriving. Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel’s day trips stop at two outer-reef locations, where you can dive or snorkel with a marine biologist and Indigenous sea rangers for amazing close encounters with colourful coral and fish. Beginners welcome. Or just take it easy on the sundeck, underwater viewing deck and glass-bottom boat. dreamtimedive.com
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It’s not as famous as the Great Barrier Reef, but Australia’s other UNESCO World Heritage-listed reef is fast becoming an ecotourism hotspot. Ningaloo Coral Bay offers several cruises, from one-hour excursions to see coral gardens from a glass-bottom boat to a full-day experience including snorkelling. This tour gives you the chance to spot reef sharks, turtles, dugongs, dolphins and migrating whales. westernaustralia.com
Harbour ferries aren’t Sydney’s only affordable aquatic options. The RiverCat takes the scenic route between Circular Quay and Parramatta. Port Phillip Melbourne-GeelongFerries’servicerevealsthe bay’s blue expanse and city vistas worthy of sightseeing cruises. Enjoy Brisbane’s sights for small change with the frequent CityCat river service. Take the Transperth ferry across the Swan River for epic CBD views. Hobart is currently trialling a Derwent River ferry service between Bellerive and Brooke Street Pier.
While away a few hours on Australia’s longest river with Captain Proud Paddle Boat Cruises. Or take your time with the three-day Murray River Safari on a spacious houseboat moored in tranquil natural settings. Field trips either side of lunch on board include canoeing, spotting wildlife from a private pontoon cruiser and birdwatching in internationally significant wetlands. Keep an eye out for the new vessel launching in May. murrayrivertrails.com.au
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The House of Wellness 89 SENSEPLACE of Actions speak louder than words for Futuresteading author Jade Miles, who believes in living life as if tomorrow matters and in a way that nourishes the soul
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Jade Miles is highly attuned to the natural world. Sitting in the morning sun, listening to the pardalotes sing and watching a tiny skink dart about her garden, she can tell when it’s time to start planting; she knows when the start of summer, which she refers to as the “Alive season”, is upon her.
“Your senses are so heightened to things around you when you’re connected to the natural world. There are little moments that activate something in your system,” Jade says.
“It truly does pull you along, and it minimises your sense of overwhelm or apathy.”
Part gardening and part cooking, Futuresteading is also about simple rituals and ideas we can incorporate into our daily lives.
This hopeful movement was forged when Jade’s twin boys, now teenagers, were babies. She and Charlie had been living in their small rural town for about a decade, both working away from home with little involvement in village life. When her car broke down one day, Jade phoned her father and asked to borrow one. He responded by telling her to put the babies in the pram and walk to town to buy some vegie seeds.
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It is this sense of optimism and anticipation that Jade lives by on her permaculture orchard, Black Barn Farm, in North East Victoria, which she shares with husband Charlie Showers and their three children. Jade calls it “futuresteading” and this is the title of her new book, a practical and inspirational guide for slow living in a way that values tomorrow. “It’s a made-up word but it’s based on homesteading and has its roots in permaculture,” she says. “It’s about creating a steady future through the decisions we make and the actions we take.”
“Over the next six months, I began to make my place. I found a daily rhythm in watering, weeding and planning around the food I grew,” she says.
“I paced the roads with my two little boys and began recognising faces, starting conversations and saying yes to being involved.”
“It’s an encouragement to live more simply and more in connection with your people and the natural world, and to really redefine what actually matters and what doesn’t and do your darndest to push away the white noise that insists shiny, new things are the answer,” Jade says.
“You don’t have to be living it full time,” she says. “Just take one thing that feels comfortable and you’re attracted to, and really bed it into your rhythm. Then find one more thing. It might be a habit or a ritual or a recipe. And take time this summer, when the days are long, to explore and discover and observe. It’s a time to recalibrate and set your intention for what the new year looks like for you.”
It’s possibly changed him forever.”
“It’s kind of a checklist — if I do this, will biodiversity be encouraged; if I do this, will the person who made it be honoured and paid fairly; if I do this, will it add to the greater sum of my community’s vibrancy; if I do this, will it teach my kids skills that they didn’t otherwise have,” Jade says.
“…I began to make my place. I found daily rhythm in watering, weeding and planning around the food I grew.”
Jade believes it is time for everyone to take action and live their lives as if tomorrow matters — and do it in a way that nourishes the soul. The seven pillars of futuresteading, as she calls them, include finding a sense of awe in Mother Nature, taking time to notice the rhythms of where we live, celebrating the simple things, creating a sense of place and belonging in our communities, supporting local producers, harnessing the joy of small daily rituals and creating your clans.
“It’s reframing our brain to be one that is regenerative rather than one that is extractive.”
Jade saw it as a wake-up call for Australia. “It was pretty visceral,” she says. “Fires are a massive part of our world. We were galvanised as a country and it was different, because for the first time I felt the country came together and said this is actually a calamity that is beyond our understanding and ability to manage.”
It can seem overwhelming amid the daily chaos of life for some, but Jade says futuresteading can be about small changes and it can be implemented wherever you’re living, whether it’s a city apartment or a house in the suburbs.
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Preheat the oven to 180C and line a 20cm square cake tin with baking paper. To make the raspberry filling, place the raspberries and chia seeds in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring and mashing up the raspberries with a wooden spoon or spatula for 3-4 minutes, or until starting to bubble and turn jam-like. Stir in the arrowroot or tapioca flour to thicken, then remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly. Meanwhile, combine 2 cups of oats, half the shredded coconut and macadamias or sunflower seeds in a food processor and blitz to make a fine, crumblike flour. Tip into a bowl, add the remaining oats, coconut, macadamias or sunflower seeds, flaxseed meal and coconut sugar and mix well.
● 225g fine desiccated coconut, plus extra if needed ● 3 tbsp maple syrup, honey, coconut nectar, or maple-flavoured monk fruit syrup for low-carb ● 3 tbsp coconut oil, plus extra if needed ● 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or powder ● zest of 2 lemons, plus 2 tbsp lemon juice
To get started, line a tray with baking paper. Combine macadamias, or cashews, and 180g of desiccated coconut in a food processor and blitz until a fine crumb forms. Tip in sweetener, coconut oil, vanilla and lemon zest and juice. Blitz again to make a thick, wet dough that can be rolled into balls easily. If it’s too dry, add a little extra coconut oil; if it’s too wet, add more desiccated coconut. Place the remaining 45g desiccated coconut in a shallow bowl. Use hands to roll dough into large walnut-sized balls, then coat each ball in desiccated coconut. Place on the prepared tray and transfer to the fridge to firm up for 15 minutes. Enjoy at once or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
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LEMON DELICIOUS MAKES ABOUT 20 ● 240g raw macadamias or cashew nuts
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Pour in the sweetener, vanilla and coconut oil and, using a spoon or spatula, mix well to form a moist, crumbly granola mixture. Place half the granola mixture in the prepared tin, pressing it firmly and evenly into the base and up the sides with your hands. Top with an even layer of the raspberry filling, then scatter over the remaining granola mixture, keeping it rough and rustic; you want it to resemble the top of an apple crumble. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crunchy looking on top. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to the fridge to cool completely. Remove the granola slice from the tin and cut into 12 bars or portions of your liking. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
A SOMETHINGLITTLESWEET ● 3½ cups gluten-free rolled oats ● ½ cup shredded coconut ● 1 cup macadamia nuts, or sunflower seeds for nut-free, roughly chopped ● ½ cup flaxseed meal ● ½ cup coconut sugar ● 1 cup maple syrup, honey, coconut nectar, or mapleflavoured monk fruit syrup for low-carb ● 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or powder ● ½ cup coconut oil at room temperature RASPBERRY FILLING ● 3 cups fresh, or frozen and thawed, raspberries ● 1 tbsp white chia seeds ● 1 tbsp arrowroot or tapioca flour
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BOOKS THE WISH Nicholas Sparks (Sphere), RRP $32.99 Pregnant at 16, Maggie puts her baby up for adoption. Two decades later, life’s good but a simple question — if you had one wish, what would it be — has her revisiting the past in search of love lost.
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RRP $32.99 Words can convey so much. They can be healing or damaging. And they can be lifechanging. Due to her short-term memory loss, word nerd Sylvie keeps track of her daily thoughts and feelings in a journal. But she has no words for the tragic event at the lighthouse 20 years earlier when her world changed forever. When her former bestie Kase invites her to the rugged Tasmanian coast to celebrate her 40th birthday, Sylvie decides to face the ghosts of her past. A new connection with taxi boat driver and fellow word lover Holden and the discovery of a book inscription connecting Sylvie and Kase’s mothers helps Sylvie to slowly fill in the missing chapters from that fateful night. But who will have the final word in this beautiful story of betrayal and forgiveness? You will need to read this page-turner to find out!
THE TEA LADIES OF ST JUDE’S HOSPITAL JOANNA RRP(HachetteNELLAustralia)$32.99 As well as serving tea and sympathy, successive teams of Marjorie Marshall Memorial Cafeteria volunteers have worked tirelessly to raise funds for worthy causes for more than 50 years. But progress has reared its ugly head at St Jude’s Hospital with a large-scale renovation that includes an upmarket cafe.
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THE RIVIERA HOUSE NATASHA LESTER (Hachette Australia) RRP $32.99 Paintings looted during WWII, double agents, betrayal, tragedy and not one but two love stories — this captivating read based on a true story has all the ingredients of a bestseller. Take a trip back in time to Paris. It’s 1939 and Elaine Dufort has landed a job at the Louvre. She has also met and fallen in love with Xavier, a talented artist. But the winds of war are gathering, and the threat of Hitler and the Nazis casts a pall over life. Fast forward to the present day. Devastated by grief, Remy Lang has fled Sydney for a private estate on the French Riviera where she plans to lose herself in her work. But everything changes when she sees a painting that hung on her childhood bedroom wall listed in a catalogue of artworks looted during WWII. Remy knows it’s a mystery she needs to solve, but at what cost?
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GOOD FOOD OUTDOORS Katy Holder (Hardie Grant Books), RRP $19.99 Much like a basket filled to overflowing with goodies, Good Food Outdoors is packed with recipes for picnics, barbecues, camping and road trips. The more than 50 recipes can be made at home and transported, or cooked on-site on a campfire or barbecue at your destination. The chapters cover everything from mini morsels (sesame-crusted tuna squares, shrimp cakes) to butterflied leg of lamb, one-pot camping dishes, a variety of salads along with child-friendly cooking and desserts. Katy also includes tips and tricks for eating outdoors — from keeping food cold and transporting it to serving and styling your barbecue or picnic. Includes vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free recipes, so everyone is sated and happy.
ONCETWICEBURNT,SHY Karly Lane (Allen & Unwin), RRP $29.99 Set against the backdrop of an Australian farming community and the reality and hardship of living off the land, this is a heartwarming tale of second chances, hope and resilience. Alfresco dining
The “tea ladies” — Hilary Halliday, Joy Grainger and Chloe FosterPearson — don’t always see eye to eye, but the planned closure of their beloved cafeteria has them standing united. Without the means to fund a fight, Hilary (manager, wearer of the coveted red apron), Joy (intern, aspires to the green apron) and Chloe (student, blue apron) must come up with alternate plans to beat the hospital’s general manager at his own game. Lemonade scones anyone?
Ali Berg & Michelle Kalus (Allen & Unwin), RRP $29.99 Hindsight is a wonderful thing, particularly when it comes to matters of the heart. But can rewriting your past lead you to the man of your dreams?
5GEOCACHING Here’s a real-life treasure hunt that friends and family will really dig. Download the free Geocaching Intro to find a hidden cache close by. Then go outdoors and use the app’s compass and clues to find the elusive geocache. Sign and date the logbook, and hide the item again. Handy for school holiday Upgradesentertainment.available.
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JUST DANCE NOW Enjoy — and put your own spin on — popular songs and withoutchoreographytheneedfor a video game console. Go solo or connect with others to dance along to your favourite songs. Choose from a 500-plus playlist with just a few taps. All you need are “credits”, a smartphone to use as a controller and an internetconnected screen.
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A traditional party game favourite that never gets old, this version features 400 game cards with four charades titles in an ever-expanding range of categories. You have to guess the word on the card that is on your head from your friends’ clues before you run out of time. Challenges include dancing, singing, acting and sketching. Great for a family holiday.
3NIGHT SKY Perfect for kids’ sleepovers or those warm summer nights, Night Sky will have you stargazing. Search for and outlineaugmentedappcamerapointingandplanets,identifyconstellationssatellitesbyyourphoneskywards.Theisfreeandusesrealitytotheobjects in the sky. So dig out the sleeping bag, find a spot on the lawn and reach for the stars. Upgrades available.
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Featuring cinematic story missions with fantastic dynamic gameplay, the first — possibly hardest task — is to pick your role-play hero. As you progress on your quest, or take on a side venture, you can buy additional skins and gear along the way. Work solo or with friends. In the words of Captain America: “I can do this all day”.
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ERICA WEBB Erica and guests explore movement as a tool for selfkindness and self-discovery — not just something you think you have to do. Episodes include tips to start mindful movement when life gets hard; intuitive eating and anti-dietetics; and motherhood, self-scrutiny and growth. Erica is not afraid to share personal highs and lows to help her listeners work movement into their life.
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1 In which city and year did beach volleyball debut at the Olympic Games? 2 What medical condition, a form of inflammatory arthritis, is caused by excess uric acid in the body? 3 In what country was the “founder of modern nursing” Florence Nightingale born? 4 What traditionallygemstonerepresents the 45th wedding anniversary? 5 Which character from the TV series The Simpsons uses the catchphrase, “Eat my shorts!”? 6 Are red or white blood cells more abundant in the human body? 7 In which country was the bikini first released in the 1940s?
Dutch pioneer Ben Pon is credited to have created the original sketch/design of which world famous van?
9 At about 200km, what is Australia’s longest continuous beach? Astigmatism affects which part of the human body?
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The motivational speaker turns to high achievers in business, sport, media, science and health for downto-earth interviews peppered with life lessons, coping strategies, lots of laughs — and a little swearing. Guests include Antarctic expedition leader and leadership expert David Knoff, former Navy SEAL and academic Mark Divine, and psychologist and author Dr Lillian Nejad. You will be educated, entertained and inspired.
TURIA PITT IS HARD WORK TURIA PITT No one knows hard work like Turia, but everyone knows how she overcame severe burns after being caught in a bushfire while running an ultramarathon. Turia asks her guests what they have accomplished through hard work, and how they did it.
JANUARY Try your hand — and tastebuds — at veganism this month by building on last year’s 500,000 world-wide Veganuary commitment. Explore new recipes, eating plans and support networks, and help drive the campaign that is ramping up vegan food provision in shops and restaurants, while making veganism more visible in the community. veganuary.com FEBRUARY Wear red, donate or participate in Heart Research Month and spread the importance of supporting lifesaving heart research to find new ways of preventing, diagnosing and treating heart disease. Help Heart Research Australia continue groundbreaking research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. heartresearch.com.au/redfeb Shake off the excess of the holidays and use Febfast to review and reset. Across Australia, thousands of people give up alcohol, sugar or another bad habit for the month to raise funds for young disadvantaged people to help them get the support and resources they need to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. febfast.org.au MARCH Brighten up your day by adding some yellow to your outfit. Be it for a day, a week or the whole month, the challenge to wear yellow will support those who live with endometriosis — a disease affecting one in 10 Australian women. Help raise money for Endometriosis Australia to develop and run education/awareness programs and fund research. marchintoyellow.org.au One in six Australians is deaf, deafblind, hearing impaired or has a chronic ear disorder. World Hearing Day, on March 3, is a chance to highlight hearing as an important issue for everyone. deafnessforum.org.au
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It’s a show that makes me want to be better at life and it’s not Squid Game, Ted Lasso or RuPaul’s Drag Race This wondrous, hilarious, joyous and motivational TV show is none other than the story of an energetic little blue heeler and her family — Bluey! When we first went into lockdown in March 2020, my son was 3 and now he is 5. Over that period he has fallen in love with and watched, over and over again, episodes of Bluey, and we have shared many of those viewings. From an inward perspective the show absolutely makes me want to be a better dad. As my TV screen flickers, so does my brain and I start wondering ‘Why don’t I play games like this? Why don’t I have this chilled-out, fun perspective on everything? Why can’t I be more creative with my son?’ Then my thoughts turn … ‘I will be more fun, I will be more creative, I’m going to be just like Bandit’. Bandit is Bluey’s dad. Chilli is the mum and the girls are Bluey and Bingo. Their cousin is Muffin. In fact, one night my son woke me up at 2am (yes, he was in our bed) and said, ‘Dad, is Muffin a boy or a girl?’ ‘Muffin?’ I said, having no idea what he was talking about. ‘You know, in Bluey? Is Muffin a boy or a girl?’ ‘Oh … ummm … a girl, I think.’ ‘OK’. And with that he drifted back off to sleep in some dreamy Bluey bliss. So during the past 18 months, based on various Bluey episodes, I have channelled Bandit as we have played the following games (not once or twice but countless times): Shadowlands, where you try and stay inside tree shadows at the park; Daddy Robot, where I talk and move like a robot while Laddie stands on my feet — I think I enjoy this one more than my son; The Doctor, where I play sick and Laddie fixes me using his medical kit; Grannies, where Laddie dresses up as an old lady and I just laugh along at hisAndimpersonation.thelistgoes on! We’ve had so much fun and it has killed so many hours while locked down together. But, as with any obsession, it can sometimes go too far. Recently, after being inspired by a Bluey episode called Lobster, Laddie asked if he could have lobster for dinner. I thought it sounded like a nice treat and ‘he asked for it’ sounded like the perfect excuse if my wife asked me why we were spoiling ourselves on a Tuesday night. So off I toddled to the local fish shop where I asked for three lobster tails. ‘No worries.’ And with that he toddled off out the back, giving me enough time to clap myself on the back for being such an excellent attentive dad. He pops them on the scales, squints his eyes and says, ‘That’ll be 95 dollars’. To say I was not expecting that is a massive understatement but there was a queue behind me, a starving five-year-old at home and I had to keep my dignity intact. So, as a bead of sweat ran down the side of my face, I paid and walked home praying that the next episode of Bluey isn’t called Caviar! For the record, he took one bite of the lobster and decided he didn’t like it, but my wife and I were happy to pick up the slack. Then there was the time we were playing Yoga Ball — I throw a yoga ball at him and he laughs like a loon. I don’t quite get it but he laughed loudest when I would hit him from behind with the yoga ball and he’d dramatically hit the deck giggling like crazy. I was chasing him just before dinner and I threw the yoga ball, it clipped his back feet, he lost balance and had a run-in with the door. He felt pain, I felt horrible and my wife felt like moving out but it was a rare blip compared to the enormous suite of joy Bluey has brought our household.
The madness of the past two years has meant that we have watched more television than ever. Well, I have. To be fair, when I think about it, I have watched a lot of television over the past 50 years and it has brought me a lot of joy, but there is one show that has stood out from all the rest. It’s a show that has made me double over with laughter and it’s not Seinfeld, The Office or Fawlty Towers It’s a show that has had me waiting anxiously for the next episode to drop and it’s not Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad or Mad Men
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