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Around the world • Vatican City At the Grace for the World concert in St. Peter’s Square, drones lit up the sky, forming the visage of the late Pope Francis.

What I’ve Learnt About … parenting lessons

Maggie “I Feel Very Lucky” • Optimism, determination and love brought Maggie Beer back from a serious accident last year, and provided the impetus to create a life that brings her even more joy.

A Right Royal Kidnapping • In 1974, 23-year-old Princess Anne was very nearly kidnapped at gunpoint when her car was ambushed on the way home from a charity event. Fifty years later, the culprit shares his own surprising version of events.

The adventures of Essie Davis • At 55, Essie Davis says she’s just coming of age – with a little of Phryne Fisher’s bravado, a resilience learnt as a wild child in Tasmania, and her own deep love of family and nature – which she’s even more conscious of in the wake of her new role in Alien: Earth.

“It Should Have Been The Holiday Of A Lifetime” • A year after losing their treasured daughters, Holly and Bianca, to methanol poisoning in Laos, their heartbroken parents want to make a difference. They share their struggles of the past year with The Weekly– and issue a grave warning to young travellers.

Paint Like A Girl • As an exhibition tours the country, we revisit the incredible – and unsung – career of Australia’s first female Archibald Prize winner, Nora Heysen.

Melissa Leong How I became whole again • Once notoriously private, Melissa Leong is finally opening up about the traumatic events of her past, in the hope that sharing her stories can help others.

A new generation of hope • For two decades, the McGrath Foundation has revolutionised care for Australian women with breast cancer. Now it’s ready to take on an even bigger challenge. Entering a milestone year, the organisation’s founders, nurses and patients share their incredible stories of triumph and tragedy with The Weekly.

Baked with love • The Biscuit Tin Project brings women together to share not just their recipes, but friendship, community and respect. And it’s changing lives.

Ode to spring • It’s the loveliest season of all, after the chilly winter and before summer’s scorching heat. The Weekly welcomes spring with traditions old and new – all celebrating this time of hope and renewal.

Missing in The High Country • In the summer of 2002, Niamh Maye was just 18 years old and on a gap year when she went fruit picking in the apple orchards of Batlow, NSW. Niamh never returned, but her family still hopes to find a clue to the mysterious final days of her life.

The Perfect Pair • Jules Robinson and Cam Merchant might have met on a TV show, but six years later, their growing family is grounded in a whole lot of real-life love – and a new project that’s making parenting a whole lot more enjoyable.

The wildlife whisperer • Nush Freedman has spent her life exploring what lies beneath the ocean’s surface. And now, with a new season of Shipwreck Hunters Australia, she’s hoping to shine a light on the threats facing Ningaloo Reef and the creatures who live there.

my story “The ice reflects you back.” • In February 2023, author Bri Lee travelled to Antarctica. She returned with the idea for a novel and lessons that will remain with her forever.

Working on my nightie moves • Our columnist is all non-dressed up and raring to go home.

Fashion

Spring Swimwear • All the inspiration you need to look great for your next beach or poolside sojourn, whether that be diving into a clear blue sea, relaxing...