Women Must Work For 15 Years Longer Than Men. Here’s Why

After moving to Brisbane at the age of 16 and marrying her boss at 17, Larke Riemer, the Director of Women’s Markets at Westpac, found herself pregnant and helping her husband run his hotel. The pair worked their way up through the industry but received just one salary - in his name - none of…

ByThe Carousel05/05/2015

Designer Camilla Franks’ Special Mother-Daughter Relationship

When tragedy could have torn her family apart, it was the strength and selflessness of Camilla Franks’ mum, Narelle, that provided her daughter with life skills which the Australian Designer now values above all else. They teach and guide us when we’re little. As adults, Mums influence our decisions, inspire our choices and celebrate our…

ByThe Carousel05/05/2015

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Designer Camilla Franks And Her Mum Narelle Talk About Their Special Bond

With boutiques throughout Australia, a successful online business and an impressive list of international A-list customers, Camilla Franks is a fashion force to be reckoned with! Where does she get her inspiration? Well, look no further than her Number One Fan – namely her Mum Narelle. Her style was well-defined long before the name ‘Camilla’…

ByThe Carousel04/05/2015

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Spoil Your Mum With Our Mother’s Day Gift Guide

She's your best friend, your confidant, your carer, your teacher, your nurse, your counsellor and so much more - she's your Mum! Don't leave your Mother's Day shopping until the very last minute this Sunday 10th May! Maybe she loves pretty things, stylish things, yummy things, things that smell good, things to learn from, things to…

ByThe Carousel02/05/2015

Wellness & Health

7 Reasons Why You Should Write Down Your Favourite Memories Now

Memories are one of the most priceless things we have, and let's face it, many of us might have wonderful memories, but a limited capacity to recall! We chatted with high-profile international speaker and four-time bestselling author Michael McQueen to learn about the true significance of written memories and how his experience of suddenly losing…

ByThe Carousel02/05/2015

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Arrrriba! Cinco De Mayo Has Arrived: Here’s Some Foodspo For Your Mexican Fiesta!

Make some jalapeño guacamole, buy some margarita glasses, hang your piñatas and shake your maraca's in preparation for Mexico's Cinco De Mayo! Whatever you do, food is one of the most important celebrations of this day and here are some recipes to get your creative juices flowing.. Fish Tortillas With Avocado Black Rice & Rocket Dressed With Chilli & Lime Get…

ByThe Carousel01/05/2015

Celeb Style News & Trends

How To Dress Like A Celebrity Without The Price Tag

Looking red-carpet ready shouldn't have to set you back hundreds, if not thousands on an incredible gown, so we've put together our favourite looks from YourCloset from Australia's most coveted designers. The best part? All of these dresses are available for hire - yes HIRE - for only a fraction of the retail price . It’s…

ByThe Carousel01/05/2015

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A Walk Down Logies Lane: Fave Moments From 1960’s To Now!

We've got Logies fever! With Australia's TV awards night of nights fast approaching, we take a look at some of TV WEEK's favourite moments from the 1960's through to today. With thrills, spills, frocks, hosts-with-the-most, international celebrity appearances and more...we've got your Logies prep covered! Logies Fever! 1960s & '70s The 1960s and '70s set the pattern…

ByThe Carousel30/04/2015

Baking Entertaining & Wine Healthy

Healthy Frosted Raw Brownies

Healthy Frosted Raw Brownies INGREDIENTS Base 1 cup raw almonds 1/4 cup raw cashews 1/2 cup raw walnuts 2 cups dates 1/3 cup or regular cocoa powder 1/4 tsp salt 1-1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios and goji berries Frosting 1/2 cup coconut oil - semi solid 1/4 cup rice syrup 2 table spoons cocoa powder pinch salt METHOD 1 Line a square tin with…

ByThe Carousel29/04/2015

News & Trends

Fashion And Music – An Endless Love Affair

I could rattle off at least 5 of my favourite pop stars or groups that have influenced my appreciation of fashion. I listen to lots of Rihanna, Beyonce and Rita Ora to name a few and although I don’t dress like them, I love knowing what they wear to the latest award shows or video…

ByThe Carousel29/04/2015