Health & Wellness
August 7, 2026, 2:39 pm
Stop curating and start living
Award-winning Melbourne author Suzy Zail's new novel A New Kind of Beautiful follows a young artist losing her sight and finding herself. The AJN spoke to Zail about the deeply personal story behind the book.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Les and Lindy Cohen. Photo: supplied
June 17, 2026, 12:07 pm
Designing for real women
Dietitian Lyndi Cohen couldn't find a swimsuit that fit. So she built a brand determined to change the way the industry designs for women.
By Jessica Abelsohn
The Braitberg siblings. Photo: supplied
June 16, 2026, 3:13 pm
Carrying a family forward
Carrying a baby for her twin brother was, for Ellie Freeman, the most natural thing in the world. And the story behind it is beautiful.
By Kate Lewis
From left: Gabrielle Kirson, Justine Furman and Leeann Edelmuth. Photo: supplied
May 4, 2026, 9:12 am
Using fashion to fight mental health stigma
A new streetwear brand founded by three women is using fashion to break down mental health stigma in Australia. Jessica Abelsohn spoke to Justine Furman about Wear What You Feel.
By Jessica Abelsohn
March 27, 2026, 9:25 am
A voice for silent grief
Ricki Stern hopes her new book, Pregnancy Tests, becomes a living resource where people can find stories, real ideas and ultimately community connections.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Photo: Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images
February 23, 2026, 9:20 am
Eric Dane: actor, advocate and Jewish dad
‘Billie and Georgia, you are my heart. You are my everything… Good night. I love you. Those are my last words’
By Jessica Abelsohn
Claudia Shnier. Photo: supplied
December 4, 2025, 9:16 am
Trauma becomes powerful theatre
Split Ends follows actor, performer and creator Claudia Shnier's own journey through OCD, coercive control, and the abuse of power.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Tzipporah wigs. Photo: screenshot
November 19, 2025, 2:19 pm
Finding confidence under the sheitel
Choosing to cover one's hair can be a vulnerable but beautiful journey for a woman. The AJN goes behind the scenes with two wig business owners to learn about the process.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Mary-Claire King. Photo: Instagram
November 19, 2025, 9:38 am
Mary-Claire King and the secrets written in our DNA
While pancreatic cancer is the eighth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, it’s estimated that it will be the third most common cause of death from cancer in 2025.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks told the European Parliament, "The appearance of antisemitism in a culture is the first symptom of a disease, the early warning sign of collective breakdown." Screenshot: YouTube
October 29, 2025, 3:31 pm
Looking ahead to the day after
I know the road remains long before we will truly see the conclusion of this seemingly endless war.
By Rabbi Alon Meltzer
Rebecca and her family. Photo: supplied
October 16, 2025, 2:06 pm
Swapping strategy decks for anatomy flashcards
At 37, Rebecca Hoffmann returned to uni to study nursing, proving it’s never too late to start again, learn anew and follow your calling.
By Rebecca Hoffmann
Leah Groner. Photo: supplied
October 9, 2025, 9:11 am
Finding clarity through pain
'While this year, I received the Torah on my bedroom floor, somehow, in the pain and the quiet, it felt more real than ever.'
By Leah Groner
September 18, 2025, 10:22 am
For my best friend, Will
'No kid should have to go through what Will did. Cancer changes kids physically and mentally ... They can’t have a normal childhood'
By Pearl Raphael-Zimmet
September 18, 2025, 8:13 am
Teeny tiny, mighty miracles
'No one prepares you for what a premature baby really means. People shared lots of practical advice. But no one spoke to me about the silence in my hospital room.'
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 13, 2025, 2:02 pm
Why aren’t we asking for help? A call to Jewish mothers
'Real strength isn’t about doing it all. It’s about recognising when we need support, and giving ourselves permission to seek it.'
By Anna Serry
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