Pets

DON’T LET YOUR PET BED RUIN YOUR PAWTERIOR DESIGN VIBE

Australian pet parents are officially over ugly pet furniture. Millennials and Gen Z, in particular, are demanding pet products that look as good as they feel, with style now ranking just as highly as comfort.

Jan 133 min read

HEATWAVE HEROES: TOP PET PRODUCTS SAVING AUSSIE PETS THIS SUMMER

Australia is in the middle of a scorching summer, and while humans can reach for air conditioning and iced coffees, our pets are far more vulnerable when temperatures spike. With extreme heat becoming more frequent, pet owners are being urged to think ahead and kit out their animals with products designed to keep them cool, hydrated and safe. Dr Teagan Lever, Head Vet at Pet Circle , said preparation and awareness can make all the difference. “Supervision and awareness are cr

Jan 83 min read

WHEN HELSINKI DECIDED DOGS DESERVED THEIR OWN SIGHTSEEING TOUR

Monument (Eila Hiltunen, copyright: Kuvasto 2025) . Photo: Pyry Lepistö, Helsinki Partners In a world where cities compete over walkability, wellbeing and liveability, Helsinki has quietly leaned into a different kind of urban advantage: designing happiness with dogs in mind. The Finnish capital, regularly ranked among the happiest cities in the world, has long treated dogs as part of everyday urban life rather than an afterthought. From free public transport to forests, beac

Dec 23, 20253 min read

REVEALED: WHY FOOD IS HIGH ON YOUR CAT'S LOVE LANGUAGE

Cats may still pretend they are emotionally unavailable, but new research suggests food is very much their love language.

Dec 22, 20252 min read

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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

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.

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

THE RISE OF LEISUREWEAR GETS A POLISHED NEW EDGE WITH JELENA DOKIC

Jelena Dokic wears an outfit from the new Motto Movement Collection As leisurewear continues its march out of the gym and into everyday wardrobes, Australian fashion brands are finding new ways to elevate comfort without losing style, with icons like Jelena Dokic redefining how athleisure is worn beyond sport. The latest to lean into the shift is Melbourne-born label Motto Fashions, which has unveiled a limited-edition athleisure collection that takes the casualwear boom to

NALA TAKES ON THE SPORTS BRA, AND DOES IT PROPERLY

Nala's Sporty Support Wirefree Bralette Australia’s lingerie darling Nala is stepping into new territory, and doing it with intent. Club Nala marks the brand’s first foray into high-performance activewear, led by a sports bra range designed specifically for fuller busts. It is a significant move for a label that has built its reputation on fit, inclusivity, and no-nonsense comfort, and it reflects how far the brand has come. From everyday underwear to serious support After ye

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