Charities are appealing for donations now to help those in need at Christmas With the cost-of-living crisis and rents sky-high, many Aussies are doing it tough right now. Christmas is almost a luxury, with presents and special celebration foods beyond the...

As ‘unacceptable’ rates of birth trauma are revealed across NSW by a landmark government inquiry, Catherine Lewis investigates the reasons behind this perturbing pattern – and what steps are being taken to boost maternity care across the state. “All that matters...

As a landmark NSW Government Inquiry reveals ‘unacceptable’ rates of birth trauma, Catherine Lewis investigates the reasons behind this troubling trend – and what is being done to boost maternity care across the state. “I left my dignity at the door,”...

Aoife Moynihan takes a look at the benefits of singing and discovers why it’s time to take your voice out of the shower and into a choir. Have you ever considered joining a choir? Research has shown that the physical and...

On 14 September, every registered resident and business owner will vote in the local government elections. Candidate answers have been edited for space and clarity. NORTHERN BEACHES COUNCIL There are 266,000 residents on the Northern Beaches, and council has a $450 million budget....

On 14 September, every eligible resident and business owner must vote in the local government elections. This is our second feature on the North Shore councils. Candidate answers have been edited for space and clarity. WILLOUGHBY COUNCIL Willoughby is a fast-growing area slated...

On 14 September, every registered resident and business owner will vote in the local government elections. Candidate answers have been edited for space and clarity. NORTHERN BEACHES COUNCIL There are 266,000 residents on the Northern Beaches, and council has a $450 million budget....

A clinical trial in Terrey Hills has brought together preschoolers and seniors with positive results, Tamara Spray reports Decades exist between a preschooler and a senior, yet bringing them together in a kindergarten environment to participate in fun activities has been...

Mali is living her dream Local athlete Mali Lovell will be running her heart out at the Paris Paralympics Paralympic sprinter Mali Lovell has reason to celebrate. A lifetime of hard work is reaping rewards – the runner is set to compete...