Life

Cassandra Steeth They were workmates who became friends through their shared love of exercise. When coronavirus struck their relationship grew even closer.

Michele Tydd Mitochondrial disease affects one Australian baby born each week. While calls to legalise targeted IVF to combat the illness grow louder, research is also increasing into the late onset of the condition in adults.

Steve Dow As the RSPCA reports a boom in pet adoptions during the coronavirus lockdown, the author and his partner have also welcomed a new addition to their household.

Cat Rodie The discovery of antibiotics almost a century ago was one of the most important breakthroughs in medical history. But as new research shows, we’re not using them responsibly and that could lead to dire outcomes.

Robert Kidd For the author, life in Valencia was oranges and sunshine. Now confined to their apartment, he and his wife are developing new routines and looking for glimmers of hope amid the darkness.

Margaret Simons In a season of drastic upheaval, the author reflects on the connections and comfort of her garden and looks towards the coming spring.

Leanne Altmann The beverage director for Andrew McConnell’s restaurants selects her favourite wines of the season.

Sophia Auld A study examining gender imbalance among surgeons shows widespread cultural change is needed to stamp out bullying, harassment and lack of support for women entering the profession.

Rachael Mogan McIntosh Ubud may be the holy grail for bourgeois-bohemians, but it serves up an incongruent tangle of traditional culture and wellness worship.