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Traditional investment plans leave women more vulnerable in retirement

Women are more likely than men to run out of their retirement savings when relying on a traditional 60/40 investment mix of stocks and bonds.  The finding from a new Monash University study shows that women, who on average retire with lower superannuation balances than men, face a heavier financial strain in retirement with a […]

What Sneakers Are Actually Cool Right Now?

From ballet-hybrids to buttery-soft suedes Image: WWD / Getty  When Phoebe Philo took her bow at the Céline spring/summer 2011 show wearing a pair of classic Adidas Stan Smiths, she cemented the humble sneaker as a wardrobe staple for fashion girls everywhere. Though it may be hard to believe now, before this now-iconic moment in […]

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Morning Wellness Routines That Work for Real People, Not Influencers

Morning routines can feel impossible to get right. Social media is filled with people waking at 4am to meditate, make green juice, and journal for an hour before sunrise. For most people balancing work, family, or study, that kind of structure simply doesn’t fit. A realistic wellness routine should help you feel alert, grounded, and […]

These are the affordable swimwear brands every It girl swears by

From Kendall Jenner’s signature barely-there bikinis to Skims’ sculpting, size-inclusive designs, this curated edit brings supermodel-approved swimwear within reach. Vogue Australia may receive advertising or affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Read more here. While the exotic locations favoured by Kendall Jenner, Irina Shayk, and Bella Hadid—think the sun-drenched shores of the Bahamas, Turks […]

The best resorts in Australia to book for your next escape

From reef to rainforest, the best stays are closer than you think. Top of Form When it comes to the best resorts in Australia, there’s a particular kind of luxury you won’t find anywhere else. It isn’t just about infinity pools and high-thread-count sheets, though many of these resorts and hotels certainly tick those boxes. […]

Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia

Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia is a collection of premium award-winning wineries offering diverse experiences beyond the cellar door. Australia has more than 2,400 wineries in 65 wine regions around the country. These regions grow more than 100 grape varieties that end up in the more than 30 million glasses of Australian wine consumed around the […]

These Cities Officially Serve The Best Coffee In The World

Sorry Sydney, you’ve been beaten this time Image: Getty Images  In 2025, a good cup of coffee is a point of national pride for most Australians. After all, we (arguably) invented the now-globally popular flat white. (Sorry, New Zealand.) You only have to find yourself on one TikTok of someone travelling to Australia to see […]

These Black Friday sales were so good last year, we’ve already bookmarked them for 2025

NEW YORK – OCTOBER 5: The movie “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, directed by Blake Edwards and based on the novel by Truman Capote. Seen here, Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly during the opening sequence, pausing in front of Tiffany’s jewelry store in New York City. Initial theatrical release October 5, 1961. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo […]

Your Guide to Mindful Productivity for Professionals, Small Business Owners & Entrepreneurs | Work Better, Live Better

The Benefits of Mindful Productivity: Working Smarter, Not Harder

Many people equate productivity with being constantly busy. The longer the hours, the more successful you must be. Yet studies show that this approach often leads to exhaustion rather than progress. Studies have linked chronic stress and poor work-life balance to higher rates of burnout and anxiety. Mindful productivity takes a different approach. It is […]

Business coach Natalie Tolhopf on overcoming imposter syndrome

Striving for success led to overwhelming stress and a health crisis for business coach Natalie Tolhopf. She tells Sharon Stephenson how she learnt to let go of her doubts and embrace imperfection. Over the couple of years, as the rest of us ticked off squares on our lockdown bingo card (baking sourdough and hoarding toilet […]