Family affairs

Hellish mother-in-law, heavenly marriage

Sandy Smith A difficult mother-in-law can mean yuletide misery - but it could also be the key to a happy marriage.

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Chew on this

Beating cravings at Christmas

Paula Goodyer For anyone trying to control overeating, drinking or drug use, Christmas can be a risky time.

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Entertaining

Cocktail parties

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The planning experts reveal what works and what doesn't when it comes to cocktail parties.

City Kat

The CityKat year in review

Katherine Feeney Here we are again. Six years of sex, love, dating and relationships. Not bad team. Not bad at all. And my, haven’t we done a lot this year? Following is a re-cap, including my favourite ...

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Seasonal cheer

Simple pleasures best at Christmas

SHELLY HORTON 'Tis the season. But survey found 85 per cent of people just want more time with their family and friends rather than extravagant presents.

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Beauty Beat

The gift least likely to be 're-gifted'

Natasha Hughes Perfume's an excitedly received Christmas present - still.

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Chew on this

A feast to fit everyone

Paula Goodyer Feeding meat eaters and vegos this Christmas? Design a menu to bring people together - not set them apart.

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12 months of beauty

A year in beauty: best and worst of 2012

Natasha Hughes They say it's all in the eye of the beholder...

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Festive fails

Dos and don'ts of lovers' gifts

ANNABEL ROSS In the spirit of the silly season, we've comprised a list of dos and don’ts when it comes to Christmas shopping for your lovers.

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Stress less

Surviving a family Christmas

Natalie Reilly How to manage your relatives and reduce your stress this Christmas.

City Kat

No Christmas cheer for the cheating

Katherine Feeney

December means we’re decking halls and doing things we wouldn’t usually do. Like focusing on family values above all other forms of social connections, for example. These holidays are ...

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Packaging perfection

How to wrap a gift

Step-by-step instructions for beautiful Christmas presents.

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Budget options

Creative Kris Kringle gifts

Sarah Berry Cheap can spread a lot of cheer, if you do it right. Here's how.

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Working party

Office party survival tips

There's a thin line between drunk in the corner and alone in the corner.

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Party season

How to navigate a party alone

Natalie Reilly Take an awkward start to a fab finish with these tips for solo socialising.

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Holiday savings

Nigella Lawson's Christmas cost-cutting tips

How to splash out without splurging on Christmas lunch.

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Good gifts

Christmas gift ideas for Dad

Andrea Black Forget socks. Get your dad something he'll really love this year.

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Light Christmas

10 steps to a healthy Christmas

Sarah Berry Enjoy the season while staying slim and trim. Here's how.

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Handmade heaven

DIY Christmas Gifts

Affordable and personal, homemade gifts are always welcome at Christmas.

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Bright Christmas

Christmas decorations guide

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Deck the halls, the table, the tree and so much more...

Managing up

Christmas gifts for the boss

Sarah Berry When buying for your boss, don't. Make something instead, experts advise.

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Presents of kind

Doubly wonderful children's gifts

Be extra generous this Christmas with a gift that gives twice.

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Christmas cards

The Art of Christmas

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Nine Australian artists design a Christmas card for Good Weekend and reveal what the festive season means to them.