The moment I knew: He loved to travel, I had a fear of flying. I expected him to skol his beer and wish me wellOn Danni Smith’s first date with Kev, she made a few disclosures and expected him to skol his beer and wish her well – but his response surprised her Nov 01 26November 01, 2026Article at The Guardian
Tiny basement turned ‘exuberant’ apartment wins interior prize at Australia’s National Architecture awardsWith a footprint of less than 40 sq metres, the Melbourne project required careful planning – and some spatial trickery Oct 29 26October 29, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: For Valentine’s Day he gave me a heart covered in fake blood. I was appalled – and thrilledWill Huxley thought Garrett looked like a Heathcliff type; they bonded over their shared love of Kate Bush. Then one day Garrett handed over an ornate gift box Oct 17 26October 17, 2026Article at The Guardian
When friends become good neighbours: the Melbourne families who transformed one home into three townhousesIn a novel approach to urban housing, some residents have pooled their time and finances into redeveloping single dwellings. It’s a herculean task – with feel-good results Sep 20 26September 20, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: I’d never had romantic feelings for a man – then he touched my hand and it felt electricAs a widower and a newly single father of three, Jim Rogers was struggling. Then on a poolside holiday, he sat next to Tyler – and his life changed Aug 30 26August 30, 2026Article at The Guardian
‘We don’t want distraction, we want concentration’: do Australian schools need a ‘digital detox’?After more than 15 years of laptops being marched into schools in Australia and around the world, many teachers and parent groups think it may be time to rethink screen time in classrooms Aug 23 26August 23, 2026Article at The Guardian
Walk with Lisa Millar: ‘I constantly have butterflies about doing stuff. It’s not like I’ve got reams of confidence’The ABC presenter and former foreign correspondent on meeting incredible people in terrible times, ‘having a crack’ and finding love in her 50s Jul 25 26July 25, 2026Article at The Guardian
Mark Holden: ‘I started telling the judges off. And that’s really totally uncool’The 70s Carnation Kid turned Australian Idol judge and barrister on dreams, ageing and his unusual career Jul 04 26July 04, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: When he saw my unkempt hovel, he was so nonjudgmentalBrendan Maclean had never spoken with drag queen Karen from Finance in person, nor laid eyes on the man behind the makeup. Then came a chance encounter in Melbourne Jun 13 26June 13, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: Out of the blue, he said he’d never wanted children but would have a baby with meCarmen Pavlovic had always wished to become a mother but a family wasn’t on the cards for Pete. Then one night in Beijing, he made his ‘outlandish statement’ May 30 26May 30, 2026Article at The Guardian
Lamp made out of eggshells cracks prestigious furniture awardJudges for the Australian Furniture Design award were impressed by the lamp’s versatility ‘and how tactile it is’ May 28 26May 28, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: I’d quit my job and was newly single – then he smiled and I felt like I was homeWhen Monika Ruggerino broke a restaurant lamp – a favourite item of the charismatic chef Antonio – she had no idea it would change the course of her life May 23 26May 23, 2026Article at The Guardian
Open plan is not the answer: design professionals on the dos and don’ts of small space livingFrom furniture with ‘skinny legs’ to making sure spaces work for multiple purposes, three experts who live in tiny homes share their best lessons May 20 26May 20, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: I gave her one of my paintings, she gave me an empty chip packetWhen Mitch Cairns met Agatha Gothe-Snape, he was instantly charmed. Then an absurd exchange shifted their relationship into something more than friendship May 09 26May 09, 2026Article at The Guardian
Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a ‘formula’ for making it better?Researchers have figured out which activities, and in what volume, are linked to people reporting having a good day. We challenge three writers to follow the blueprint for improving their daily grind Apr 12 26April 12, 2026Article at The Guardian
Celia Pacquola: ‘I always thought I was going to be single forever and absolutely happily so’The Australian actor and comedian on kayaks, love and the value of being a ‘gasper mum’ Mar 27 26March 27, 2026Article at The Guardian
Let them eat 1,600 cakes: inside Australia’s first Cake PicnicCakes are artfully presented and then happily devoured as global phenomenon descends on Melbourne Mar 24 26March 24, 2026Article at The Guardian
Key takeaways: should you BYO containers when buying food?Asking for coffee in a reusable cup or reusing shopping bags is second nature for many, but bringing your own containers for takeaway can take getting used to. Here are some tips to get started Mar 20 26March 20, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: I was enchanted by her painting but we never spoke. I wouldn’t see her again for 55 yearsIn primary school, Larry Garner knew little about the classmate behind a mesmerising artwork of a ship. He often wondered about ‘galleon girl’ Mar 14 26March 14, 2026Article at The Guardian
The moment I knew: I saw her enjoying herself in her perfect little witch’s hat and I was a gonerComedian Steph Tisdell had a delightful old-fashioned courtship with Jessie – and was struck by her kindness and generosity Feb 28 26February 28, 2026Article at The Guardian
