Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Few Australian swimmers have risen as fast as Mollie O’Callaghan, who went from a relay heats swimmer at the delayed Tokyo Games to an Olympic gold medalist in Paris by age 20, yet her 2026 season has been derailed by a broken back and shoulder injuries. Here is the full story of her career, her … Read more
Jodie Sweetin grew up on prime-time television as Stephanie Tanner on Full House, beloved by millions — but when the show ended in 1995, she faced a transition that led to a decade of addiction and, eventually, a hard-won sobriety that has now lasted nearly two decades. Today, she is as recognizable for her advocacy … Read more
If you grew up with Australian country music, the name Chad Morgan brings an instant grin. The man with the upturned hat, the safety pin, and the unmistakable yodel was a fixture on stages for seven decades. This article pieces together the life of the Sheik of Scrubby Creek — from his early days in … Read more
Growing up in the small town of Warragul, Caleb Serong probably didn’t imagine he’d become one of the AFL’s most decorated midfielders before turning 25. But here he is: three-time All-Australian, two-time Doig Medalist, and the heart of Fremantle’s engine room. Full Name: Caleb Serong · Date of Birth: 9 February 2001 · Club: Fremantle … Read more
There’s a certain irony to the fact that one of Australia’s most beloved comedians, Dave Hughes, built a career making people laugh while quietly fighting a battle with alcohol that nearly consumed him. Behind the larrikin persona is a story of resilience: 33 years sober, multiple skin cancer surgeries, and a career that lifted him … Read more
Second in line to the Norwegian throne, Princess Ingrid Alexandra has grown up in the public eye while balancing military service, university studies, and a multilingual upbringing. This profile brings together the key facts about her age, education, language skills, and what the future holds for the future queen — all with sources you can … Read more
There aren’t many actors whose first major television role came with a built-in cultural milestone, but Rose Ayling-Ellis has never been one to follow a conventional script. As the first deaf contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, she captured the nation’s attention — and the trophy — in 2021, using that platform to shift the conversation … Read more
Few people get a fairy-tale wedding, a tense property settlement, and a public airing of grievances within a few years — but that’s the arc of Australian TV personality Lauren Phillips’ relationship with her ex-husband, Lachlan Spark. The couple’s split in 2018 became fodder for tabloid headlines, and recent comments from Spark have reignited interest … Read more
Few figures from history still spark debate the way Marie Antoinette does. She was executed by guillotine on 16 October 1793 for treason, but the story behind her death is far more complex than the legend of “let them eat cake” suggests. This article draws on trial records and contemporary accounts to separate verified fact … Read more
Few child actors make the leap to adult roles without a stumble, but Kiernan Shipka has been pulling off the transition since she was a teenager on Mad Men. Now 24, the American actress has added Twisters and HBO’s Industry to her résumé while keeping her personal life private. Full Name: Kiernan Brennan Shipka · … Read more