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How an “I” statement can save the day

What is an “I statement?” It allows us to use our personal struggles and triumphs to help those around us. They help us avoid being all knowing advice givers.

Brittany Bown

DAD LIFE PremiumWhoever invented the tooth fairy was one twisted individual

Cleo puts us through hell when she gets a tooth and the fact that in five or six years time, we are meant to pay for the pleasure of digging each of these out from under her pillow is already grating on me.

Josh Zimmerman

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Unfit to travel

This week I flew to Rome, boarding my first international flight for more than 1000 days, and it is fair to say I have forgotten some things about travelling.

Nat Locke

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Put SBS’ new drama True Colours on your watch list

Here’s what else you should be watching this NAIDOC Week, including Mystery Road: Origins, Warriors on the Field, Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery, and Little J and Big Cuz.

Clare Rigden

STM LOVES What we’re watching, reading, eating and doing this week

From Kate Bush’s resurgence to the Dinosaurs of Patagonia at WA Museum Boola Bardip, here’s a wrap up of what the STM team are loving.

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GUEST CHEFPremiumKangaroo meatballs with Australian native herbs

Wardandi Bibbulmun woman Dale Tilbrook shares her kangaroo meatballs recipe ahead of Karrinyup Shopping Centre’s NAIDOC Week celebrations.

Megan French

MY SPACEPremiumInside Sandy and Michael Anghie’s Dalkeith home

Inside the modern and fun home of Australian Institute of Architects WA president Sandy Anghie and her husband Michael.

Clare Ryan

TECHNO STARPremiumHAAi ascending to new musical heights

An acclaimed new album, three Glastonbury sets and a billboard of her face in Times Square: WA’s Teneil Throssell, aka HAAi, has gone from self-taught guitarist to one of the world’s most in-demand DJs.

Katherine Fleming

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Perth Breakfast & Brunch: Alberta’s, Busselton

It’s a long way to Busselton just to eat a cheese roll, as AC/DC so very nearly sang.

Kate Emery

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Is Only Murders in the Building TV’s funniest comedy?

It’s certainly a contender! We check in on the new series, plus take a deep dive into Westworld, The ABC of and The Terminal List. Plus say a sad farewell to Leigh Sales, who leaves 7.30 this week

Clare Rigden

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Win the morning, win the day

My morning routine used to be to rise early and be out the door straight away. Here’s why I have cut back on those early starts and started using the morning as “me time” to prepare my mind for the day ahead.

Brittany Bown

GUEST CHEFPremiumBaked Camembert Cob Loaf

Mohammed Musaddiq, head chef at La Vie in Crown Perth, shares his mouth-watering baked camembert cob loaf recipe.

Mohammed Musaddiq

STM LOVESPremiumWhat we’re watching, reading, eating and doing this week

Designer dog apparel, breakfast carbonara and The Circus, here’s what the STM team are loving right now.

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My Space PremiumConcrete thinking and a stairway to heaven

Liana and Daniel Petrillo, the creative duo behind That Little Gelato Cart, have brought their Beaconsfield home to life with handmade touches.

Clare Ryan

DREAM JOBPremiumWhat it’s like to be ‘Chief Chocolate Officer’

Perth-raised Kathy Johnston has always had a passion for chocolate but was never sure how to turn it into a career. How she became the chief chocolate officer at luxury producer Mirzam in Dubai.

Katherine Fleming

GUEST CHEFPremiumAmpersand Gin Kingfish with yuzu and natives

Brendan Owens, head chef at Rockpool Bar & Grill, shares a recipe for his Ampersand Gin Kingfish with yuzu and natives ahead of the Truffles at Twilight Event at Ampersand Estates on June 26.

Brendan Owens

YOUNG TALENTPremiumPerth’s Olivia DeJonge is a star on the rise

Olivia DeJonge has Hollywood knocking louder than ever, with her portrayal of Priscilla Presley in Elvis coming hot on the heels of a fantastic performance in The Staircase. We meet the rising star.

Ben O'Shea

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Adjust and enjoy the change in season

As the weather gets colder, it can be harder to maintain a happy, healthy mindset. Here are some tips to embrace the winter months and some things to look out for so you don’t find yourself in a rut.

Brittany Bown

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Farewell to Rinzi, the embodiment of joy

This week I had to say goodbye to the little creature I bought home from the cat haven less than four years ago. In the scheme of things, she was just a nice little cat. But she was MY nice little cat.

Nat Locke

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Staring into the afternoon abyss

If black holes slow the passage of time, NASA better get someone over to my house to investigate because every clock in the house slows to a crawl between Cleo waking from her last nap and bedtime.

Josh Zimmerman

Love storiesPremiumAward-winning memoir hits our screens

Being labelled the voice of a generation is no small feat, but Dolly Alderton has managed to capture the millennial experience to a tee.

Pierra Willix

STM LOVESWhat we’re watching, reading, eating and doing this week

From sustainable fashion events and film festivals to chic containers and sleepwear, here’s a wrap-up of what the STM team are loving right now!

Megan French

MY SPACEPremiumMismatch made in heaven

Thrifty finds and a love of DIY are the key to Paula Truscott and Martin Loorits’ eclectic home.

Clare Ryan

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Why stretchy pants are a must at this Perth cafe

When was the last time you got a doggy bag with your pancakes? You’ll need it at this suburban cafe.

Kate Emery