

Parenting author and psychologist Carl Pickhardt says a child who lacks confidence is reluctant to try new or challenging things because they're scared of failing or disappointing others.
This can end up holding them back later in life and prevent them from having a successful career, he tells The Independent.
"The enemies of confidence are discouragement and…

Their rocky marriage may have been short-lived, but it seems Madonna is still holding a torch for her fiery ex Sean Penn.
For the second time this year, Madonna has publicly declared her love for Sean who she was married to for four years before their divorce in 1989.
The latest overture came when she called him…

No matter what far-flung holiday spot you find yourself in this summer, staying in touch with family and friends will be easier than ever, says a new nbn report.
Internet usage is expected to surge by 30 per cent this December compared with the same time last year, reveals new National Broadband Network (nbn) research.
The nbn…

Australian couture wedding gown designer Adam Dixon has seen it all in more than 20 years of helping brides prepare for their biggest day.
So who better to turn to than the star of Say Yes To The Dress: Australia (TLC) to ensure your walk down the aisle goes off without a hitch.
Below he shares with…

Whether you're planning to give the gift of wine this Christmas, or would just like to enjoy a fine drop with family and friends, you've come to the right place.
Now in its 34th Edition, Australian Wine Vintages (also known as The Gold Book) is the essential guide to discovering the best local wines this year,…

A once ‘not-suitable-for-work’ calendar distributed to clients of an Italian tyre company has caught up with the times.
Following on from last year’s Annie Liebovitz-shot offering embracing age and body diversity, German photographer Peter Lindbergh continues in that vein for the 44th Pirelli edition.
Aptly titled Emotional, the black and white calendar features images of actresses spanning…

Hannah Dodd, 24, used to love going to the beach as a kid.
But as her debilitating condition deteriorated so did a passion that the rest of us take for granted each summer.
That is until the wheel-chair bound Central Coast, NSW resident, discovered the benefits of the Royal Rehab Beach Access Program.
“The Beach Access program helped…
Take a guess at who will be one of the biggest influencers when it comes to your child picking up a cricket bat or tennis racquet this summer?
It’s you!
Australian Sports Commission (ASC) research shows parental behaviour and attitudes towards organised sport plays a significant role in making their child’s sporting experience a positive one.
In addition,…

An emotional Amber Heard has shared her experience with domestic violence, and encouraged others to speak up in a new public service announcement posted by the #GirlGaze Project.
“It happens to so many women. When it happens in your home, behind close doors with someone you love, it’s not as straightforward,” says Amber, who filed for…

Red carpet rain, risqué dresses, protests and a big winner who doesn’t sing: the 30th anniversary of the ARIA Awards hit all the right headline notes in Sydney yesterday.
For those who braved the downpour on the red carpet, it was hard to know where to look.
British pop star Charli XCX took things to the extreme,…