“The luckiest girl in the world”: The beautiful way Turia Pitt and Michael Hoskin’s love story unfolded
Their relationship is an integral part of Turia’s inspiring story of survival.
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REAL LIFE: How I pole danced my way out of depression in my late 40s
''It was time to stop being afraid.''
We asked 3 generations of women to name their inspiring heroes, and the results will surprise you
"I decided if she could be the first person to do something, as well as the first woman, then maybe I can do that too."
Kristina Keneally: “My daughter’s death changed me forever”
The first female premier of NSW Kristina Keneally tells Samantha Trenoweth about the personal tragedy that’s become a public inquiry.
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Libby Lyons: ‘Reducing the gender pay gap will transform our work and family lives’
Libby Lyons is determined to change attitudes in Australian workplaces. She tells how her past is inspiring her present and how she rekindled the love of her life after her husband's death.
What are angel card readings and why they aren’t like tarot cards?
Angel intuitive and energy healer Trudie McConnochie shares her insight.
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Real life: Burns victim robbed of thousands by a trusted friend
As if she hadn’t been through enough, burns survivor Dana Vulin was robbed by a trusted friend and charity worker of the money raised to help her recovery.
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Everything you need to know about fearless, rule-breaking journalist Yalda Hakim
Yalda Hakim was a baby when her family fled Kabul on horseback. Now one of our courageous journalists, it's her Aussie-ness that is the secret to her success, she tells Celina Edmonds.
Natasha Stott Despoja on love, courage and women who inspire her
At just 26, Natasha Stott Despoja strode into Parliament House in her Doc Martens boots with a head full of idealism. By the time she left, Natasha was the youngest-ever leader of a political party.
Meet the judges of The Australian Women’s Weekly AGL 2018 Women of the Future Awards
The Australian Women’s Weekly AGL Women
of the Future Awards celebrate inspiring young women who are making a difference. As we begin our search for this year’s winners, our 2018 judges offer insight and encouragement.
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Meet the Aussie woman/hero using a mobile phone app to save frogs
Dr Jodi Rowley is using a mobile phone app on her mission to help frogs bounce back. Samantha Trenoweth meets Jodi, her extraordinary mum and a room full of their little green friends.
EXCLUSIVE Olivia Newton-John: “When they told me they were doing the TV biopic, I was horrified”
ONJ invited The Australian Women’s Weekly into her home this month to talk about why she won’t be watching the TV show of her life.
Meet the top-level Aussie horse-rider who is completely blind and try NOT to be impressed
Sue-Ellen Lovett rides dressage at a top-level and is completely blind. She tells Melissa Field why sightlessness is no barrier to success.
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Happy news! Alex McKinnon and wife Teigan are expecting their first child
We're overjoyed for the lovely couple.
Meet Michael Hoskin, Turia Pitt’s baby daddy
Womansday.com.au took a walk down memory lane with Michael Hoskin – the Aussie man whose love saved Turia's life.
EXCLUSIVE: Meet Australia’s awesome foursome
These amazing young Aussies are determined to make their inspiring dreams come true.
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Meet the little girl defying the odds after she was told she’d never walk
After discovering their daughter had a rare genetic disorder, Evelyn’s parents are overjoyed their little girl is now doing things just like any other kid.
It’s official: ‘Gumtree Ray’ has found himself a fishing mate!
We couldn’t be happier for Mr Johnstone - the man that stole Australia’s heart.
Toddler strikes up adorable friendship with garbage man, surprises him with a tiny wheelie bin
This will seriously warm you cockles!
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Our little miracle: Why we’re Australia’s most blessed family!
Find out why Anita Duesterhaus, mum to nine kids including her youngest Malakye, who was born without arm, thinks she is part of Australia's most blessed family!
Quintuplet mum’s amazing makeover: My fabulous $18,000 body!
Having quins destroyed her figure – now this supermum loves her new look.
Shannen Doherty shares heartbreaking insight into chemotherapy
The actress urged others battling cancer to “stay strong.”
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Love is still in the air for Strictly Ballroom’s Paul Mercurio and his wife!
He danced his way into a ballerina’s heart!
Real life hero! Meet one of Australia’s bravest young carers
This kind-hearted young girl spends her time looking after her mum.
Kerri-Anne Kennerley on her new crusade and caring for John
Kerri-Anne has teamed up with Woman’s Day to guest edit our Caring for Carers issue, honouring carers across the country. Here, she tells us why it's so important that we celebrate the work they do.
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Inspirational burns survivor Turia Pitt completes an Ironman in Hawaii
The inspiring burns survivor finished the Ironman triathlon with an impressive time.
Alex McKinnon’s touching words for his carer
The former NRL player pays tribute to the woman who’s been by his side through his darkest hour.
Gynaecological cancer survivor: “I might be little but I’m a fighter”
Amelia Hoppe is one of the bravest little girls in Australia.
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Meet brave burns survivor Dana Vulin
She calls herself a “modern-day Frankenstein” but Dana is proud of her disfigured body.
Living the dream! Meet the Aussie traveller who took a viral selfie with a whale in Tonga
There's a new legend in town and his name is Will Rosner.
A celebration of inspiring fathers!
In celebration of Father’s Day, we look back at the most inspirational dads that have touched our hearts.
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Bethany Hamilton lands wildcard entry for the Fiji Pro
Congratulations are in order for Bethany Hamilton, who will be returning to the professional surfing circuit.
Mums from viral baby bump photo reunite after giving birth
Fitness model Chontel Duncan and friend Natalie Smith recreated their sweet viral baby bump photo, this time with their newborn bubs in tow.
Little Sophie Delezio is all grown up
In 2003, she was trapped under a burning car that had ploughed into her daycare. Three years later she was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing.
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10 things to let go of to be happy
Holding on to negative habits costs more than you think. Check out these things to let go of to be happy.
Meet the world’s first Zumba instructor with Down syndrome
“When she's with the music, she's got it!”
Family dogs won’t leave dying baby’s side
As five-month-old Nora Hall lies in a medically induced coma following a crippling stroke, the little girl is surrounded by her parents and an army of furry friends.
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Turia Pitt completes ironman triathlon
Turia Pitt has completed a huge personal goal – finishing her first ironman triathlon five years after her horrific accident.
I nearly died while giving blood
Derek Zemmin had a near death experience, and the other side has changed his life.
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Australia’s bravest best friends: We’re beating cancer together!
In tough times, Ted and Isla have each other.
Bethany Hamilton’s most inspirational moments
Survivor, surfer and serious slayer at life! As she celebrates her 26th birthday, we check out Bethany Hamilton’s incredible journey.
Blind and deaf boy experiences music for the first time
See the touching moment a seven-year-old blind and deaf boy experiences the world of music for the very first time.
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Meet the legally blind nipper who beat the odds!
Nathan Jason is the legally blind little champion who hopes to one day hopes to represent Australia one day. And he won't let anything get in his way.
Mother hears son’s heartbeat in transplant recipient for the first time
See the incredible moment a mother meets the transplant recipient of her son’s heart, and hears it beat for the first time in three years.
5 ways to bust stress in 60 seconds
Strung out and anxious? Don't be. Bust that stress in one minute flat.
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See the incredible moment two brothers reunite with their adoptive family
After a gruelling three-year wait, Jennifer Murrow Grover and her husband James were finally able to welcome their adopted sons into their loving arms.
Sweet birthday post for a sick grandfather goes viral
A quick-thinking Facebook post has made this grandfather’s upcoming 98th birthday one he’ll remember forever.
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The incredible moment a girl surprises her dad with adoption papers
A video of a young woman asking the man who raised her to adopt her has gone viral on Facebook… and after you watch it, you’ll understand why!
Couple who lost septuplets are about to welcome a baby
A year and a half ago, Lindsey and Steve Justice suffered the tremendous heartbreak of losing their septuplets. Now they’re thrilled to announce that they’re pregnant once again!
Adele makes a seriously ill fan’s dream come true!
Adele has made a fan’s wildest dreams come true with a surprise visit at her home.
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Woman can’t decide which dogs to save; buys entire shelter
A Canadian woman was shocked into action at an Israeli dog shelter.
Identical twin sisters give birth to twins – twice!
Life is about to get very crazy for Utah-based identical twin sisters, Kerri Bunker and Kelli Wall, who recently gave birth to their second set of twins, just weeks apart from each other.
Quadruplet dad Carlos Morales has “four big reasons” for staying so strong
Many of you would remember Carlos Morales as the incredible father who lost his wife after she gave birth to quadruplets. Now, one year on the dad-of-four talks about his babies and surviving.
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You’ll never believe what the “Leave Britney Alone” guy looks like now!
He rose to fame thanks to his impassioned plea to “leave Britney alone” during her infamous meltdown in 2007 and now internet sensation Chris Crocker is all grown up and unrecognisable.
The state where 90 per cent of women have been battered or abused
As many as one in two Papua New Guinean women have been victims of rape. Now, the country is fighting back against family and sexual violence.
Mum pens emotional tribute to son with Down Syndrome
All children have dreams that one day may come true but if our children are not given the chance then this can't happen.
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Madeline Stuart celebrates two years with her boyfriend
Madeline Stuart and her darling head to Dreamworld to celebrate their anniversary.
Model Maddy’s more in love than ever!
In this Woman's Day exclusive, we catch up with model Madeline Stuart as she celebrates two years with her boyfriend!
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The amazing moment a mother hears her son’s heartbeat in another child
For Californian mum, Heather Clark, hearing her son’s heartbeat changed her life forever.
Beautiful two-year-old with Down syndrome passionately recites the alphabet
John David is inspiring thousands thanks to this viral video.
Game, set, LOVE! Jo-Wilfried Tsonga comforts crying injured ball girl at the Australian Open
Prepare to fall in love with French tennis player, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
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Amazing Aussie romance: I married my sperm donor!
In this Woman's Day exclusive, this Melbourne mother tells us she never guessed she’d walk down the aisle with her daughter’s biological father.
Little Aussie miracle: Our baby can see in time for Christmas
In this week’s issue of Woman’s Day we meet the incredible baby Scarlett who got her vision back just in time for Christmas.
A shopping centre Santa Claus grants a grieving dad the ultimate wish
This is a reminder that Christmas time is about family, and sparing a thought for those who have lost parts of theirs.
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Meet the one-armed toddler shaking up Instagram with his inspiring fashion posts
14-month-old Oakley Lynch, who was born without his right hand and forearm, is inspiring thousands thanks to his refreshingly real Instagram account.
Lindt siege survivor Harriette Denny: “Why I made fellow survivor Joel my baby’s godfather”
Sydney Siege survivor and new mum, Harriette Denny and her partner Jorge are smiling again as they look forward to a happier Christmas with their new baby Billie.
Three sisters are thrilled after finding adopted baby brother under the Christmas tree
They say Christmas is about giving and mum Courtney Solstad certainly delivered.
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Meet the Great Dane who has helped this disabled girl learn to walk
The bond between a person and their dog can often be one of the most precious relationships. But when Bella Burton, 11, met her Great Dane, George, it literally changed her life.
7 games in 7 continents! David Beckham’s incredible new feat for charity
David Beckham is a great dad, a phenomenal soccer player and is one of the kindest people in Hollywood – here’s why.
Meet the Aussie grandpa who is joining his grandson back at school
Steve Reisinger, 71, left school over 55 years ago but he decided that something wasn’t adding up so he headed back to finish year 12 mathematics.
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From 126kg to a bikini body selfie! The Biggest Loser’s Alison Braun celebrates her new body
Alison Braun wowed us back in June revealing her weight loss to Woman’s Day, and now the former Biggest Loser contestant is embracing life - starting with a bikini-ready Bali holiday.
At 41, ex-Neighbours star Emma Harrison finally feels sexy!
After years of feeling self-conscious and misunderstood, the former TV star reveals exclusively to Woman's Day she's finally happy with her body.
Meet the dad who embraced his son wanting to dress up as Elsa
Forget gender roles! No one will stop this adorable little boy from wearing his favourite Disney princess costume.
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Meet Australia’s answer to Grumpy Cat and your new obsession, Winston Smushface
He's only one but this insanely cute flat-faced Persian kitty is fast-becoming Australia's very own Grump Cat.
Photographer accidentally snapped the most magical wedding photo
The internet has gone crazy over a Sydney photographer who captured a newlywed couple’s embrace as heavy rain clouds broke behind them in Sydney Harbour.
Meet the dog that has the pawfect touch with sleeping babies
They say dogs are a man’s best friend, but it turns out they're also the perfect nanny.
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Barbie now gets her period
She’s known for her sky-high stilettos and enviable wardrobe, but this version of Barbie comes with a different kind of accessory - pads for her period.
Paul Walker’s daughter Meadow launches charity in honour of her late father’s memory
On what would have been his 42nd birthday, Paul Walker’s only child Meadow has honoured her father in the most moving way.
See the inspiring way this teen amputee and his dad are changing lives
The Baltz family have been through tougher times than most, but now they are inspiring millions thanks to an incredible viral photo.
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Robin William’s daughter, Zelda writes a powerful letter about her grief
One year one since the tragic passing of Robin Williams, the pain is still incredibly raw for his daughter, Zelda Williams.
The amazing moment a couple find out they’re going to be grandparents for the first time
First-time dad, Dean McQuade couldn’t wait to tell his parents about his baby joy, but they live on the other side of the world in Scotland so he had to get creative.
Meet Instagram’s real life McDreamy: Doctor Mike
Let us introduce you to the fever-inducing Instagram sensation: Dr Mike.
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27 times Turia Pitt was Australia’s most inspiring woman
With her incredibly refreshing personality and upbeat outlook on life it’s easy to forget the hardships Turia Pitt has been through. But the 28-year-old continues to inspire the nation, and indeed the world.
Jason Day: “My wife’s my hero”
With his supportive wife by his side, the Aussie golfer beat the odds and conquered the course.
Aladdin Reunion is everything you’d imagine (and so much more!)
We’re living in a whole new world all over again! Arguably one of the greatest on-screen couples of all time, Aladdin and Princess Jasmine reunited for the Disney D23 Expo.
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British soap Coronation Street casts its first ever Down syndrome actor!
After being on the air for more than 55 years, Britain's most popular soap has cast their first actor who has Down syndrome: Liam Bairstow!
Meet the doctor who is healing the world one dance move at a time
Dr. Adnan Khera may be an anesthesiology resident at Boston's Tufts Medical Centre but in the mean streets of Boston he is the resident dancing doctor raising money for animal welfare.
Surfer and shark attack survivor Bethany Hamilton shares a refreshing post baby-body photo!
Having lost an arm in a shark attack, pro surfer Bethany Hamilton knows a thing or two about putting life into perspective.
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#MilkDrunk – the cutest craze to sweep the internet!
Beyoncé might have been drunk in love but for these gorgeous bubs they're all about being #MilkDrunk.
Random acts of kindness: Amazing stranger pays parking ticket for mum with sick baby
This stranger's incredibly kind act is totally restoring our faith in humanity.
One dad’s amazing tattoo tribute for his deaf daughter
This proud dad has garnered world-wide praise after he made this touching tribute to his deaf daughter.
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How a community gave this terminally ill five-year-old a perfect last birthday party
A prom, a wedding and a life-time worth of memories. How a community banded together to give a terminally ill little girl, a perfect final birthday party.
She’s so lucky! The remarkable way Britney Spears helped a young girl recover from a devastating stroke
When she was just seven-years-old Meagan Johnson suffered a stroke which left her unable to communicate and deeply depressed, but with the help of Britney Spears she danced her way to recovery.
Turia Pitt’s romantic reunion with fiancé Michael Hoskin as she returns from trekking the Inca Trail
Turia Pitt has returned from the trip of a lifetime and her reunion with her fiancé, Michael Hoskin was every bit as emotional as you’d expect.
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Eight-year-old boy Zion Harvey has received the world’s first double hand transplant
It’s a remarkable day for humanity. Meet Zion Harvey, an inspiring little boy who has received the very first successful bilateral hand transplant performed on a child!
“I’m just grateful!” Christina Applegate on being cancer-free for seven years
It’s been seven years since Christina Applegate underwent a double mastectomy after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and now the actress is talking about her clean bill of health.
