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SLOW TRAVEL, FAST COMFORT: WHY AUSTRALIANS ARE DITCHING TENTS FOR TINY HOMES
Across New South Wales, travellers are still heading outdoors, but doing so differently. Increasingly, they want immersion without inconvenience. Nature, yes. Stress, no.
6 days ago2 min read


SUPERBUGS ARE RISING, AND AUSSIES ARE STILL OVERUSING ANTIBIOTICS
Antibiotics have long been medicine’s quiet miracle. They turn once-deadly infections into inconveniences, transform routine surgery into low-risk procedures and underpin almost every modern healthcare advance.
6 days ago3 min read


CREDIT CARD WINNERS REVEALED AS ANZ CLAIMS TOP HONOUR
Finder’s annual Credit Card Awards raise fresh questions about whether these rankings genuinely help consumers or simply reinforce the status quo.
Feb 202 min read


TRAVEL BUCKET LIST BOOM: LUXURY RESORTS TOP AUSTRALIANS ULTIMATE TRAVEL WISH LIST
While the rankings paint a picture of aspiration and escape, the research ultimately serves a commercial purpose. As a comparison platform, iSelect’s focus extends beyond inspiration to the practicalities and risks of travel, particularly insurance.
Feb 203 min read


GLAZE CRAZE LANDS IN AUSTRALIA AS MCOBEAUTY DROPS VIRAL BEAUTY DUPES
Australia’s beauty lovers can now get their hands on two of the internet’s most talked about skincare and makeup trends, with MCoBeauty launching its Hydrate & Prepare Milky Toner and Ultra Shine Lip Glaze. The release taps directly into the global obsession with “glass skin” and ultra-glossy lips, two trends that have dominated TikTok feeds, beauty counters, and bathroom cabinets around the world. Now, Aussie consumers can buy into the viral glow without the luxury price tag
Feb 122 min read


THE RISE OF PURPOSE-DRIVEN TRAVEL AMONG AUSTRALIANS
Travellers are increasingly seeking journeys that leave them refreshed Australians are rethinking how they holiday, with more people trading fast-paced itineraries and traditional beach escapes for travel experiences centred on wellbeing, connection, and cultural immersion. Rather than simply ticking off bucket-list destinations or switching off from daily life, travellers are increasingly seeking journeys that leave them feeling physically refreshed, mentally reset, and more
Feb 122 min read


REVEALED: AUSTRALIA’S FITTEST CITIES....AND THOSE THAT LAG BEHIND
As Australians recommit to health and fitness goals in the New Year, new research has revealed which cities are leading the nation in physical well-being and which are lagging.
Feb 123 min read


GETTING MARRIED IN 2026? HERE’S YOUR AFFORDABLE WEDDING DRESS GUIDE
As couples rethink how and where they spend, bridal fashion is evolving too, with modern silhouettes and flexible styling taking centre stage.
Feb 32 min read


THE BEST DOG-FRIENDLY BEACHES TO VISIT THIS SUMMER
With temperatures soaring across the country, summer is officially beach season. And for dog owners, that means sandy paws, salty snouts and a whole lot of tail-wagging fun.
Feb 33 min read


LESS, BUT BETTER: THE SKINCARE RESET DEFINING 2026
For years, skincare shelves have buckled under the weight of serums, essences and acids we were promised we could not live without. In 2026, that obsession is finally easing. Consumers are moving away from marathon routines and leaning into something far more appealing: fewer products, better formulas and results that actually show up. The shift towards “less is more” is not about cutting corners. It is about cutting noise. And it is driving the return of what many are callin
Jan 274 min read


THE ZODIAC HAPPINESS RANKINGS FOR 2026 (YES, SOME OF YOU NEED TO SIT DOWN)
Psychics agree that Leo, Sagittarius and Gemini are set to have the happiest overall year in 2026.
Jan 274 min read


WHAT'S HOT: HOW AUSSIES WILL HOLIDAY THIS YEAR
Short, drive-to breaks are firmly in favour, Australians are rethinking how they travel, and in 2026 the message is clear: less rushing, more breathing space, and holidays that actually feel like a break. New travel patterns emerging ahead of the year point to a decisive shift away from frantic itineraries and overcrowded peak periods, towards slower, simpler and more restorative escapes. Hot in 2026 Short, drive-to breaks are firmly in favour, with weekend escapes and easy r
Jan 232 min read
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