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One his day, daughter Adam Shylah Thorn might hopes become a chip of the old block and compete on a TV home renovation show alongside him. Shylah might team up for a father-daughter partnership in 10 years time, you never know!" Amazingly, for most of their lives, 12-year-old Shylah and sister Aria, 10, had been blissfully unaware of their parents' top-rating reality TV fame, which still sees them recognised from the Baltics to Bali. FIONA & ADAM: "WE'D DO IT AGAIN IN A HEARTBEAT". [Extracted from the article]

Noni Hazlehurst, an Australian actress and advocate for women and children, reflects on her life and shares her regrets in a candid new memoir. Despite experiencing divorce and disappointment, Hazlehurst remains open-hearted and has no hard feelings. She cherishes her role as a mother to her two adult sons and continues to pursue her passion for storytelling through acting and writing. Hazlehurst emphasizes the importance of women's strength and the ongoing fight for equality. As she gets older, she finds solace in her family, friends, and a small village in France where she can be herself without any masks. [Extracted from the article]

Tony Barber and Victoria Nicolls, former co-hosts of the game show Sale Of The Century, recently reunited after more than 30 years. They reminisced about their time on the show and shared silly stories. The duo had a great time catching up and have plans for more meet-ups. Tony even invited Victoria to be his guest at the Logies this year. They have maintained a strong bond over the years, supporting each other through personal challenges. Tony hosted the show from 1980 to 1991, while Victoria was the hostess from 1980 to 1982. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the impact of Abba's iconic Eurovision win with their hit song "Waterloo" fifty years ago. The Swedish band's catchy tune, choreography, and glitzy costumes revolutionized the typically ballad-heavy contest. Following their victory, Abba's fame skyrocketed globally, with "Waterloo" reaching the top of charts in multiple countries. The band's enduring appeal is highlighted by their estimated 385 million album sales and the success of the Mamma Mia! franchise. Despite fans' hopes for a reunion, the band has declined offers to perform together again, preferring to be remembered as they were. [Extracted from the article]

As deserted a sad little by girl her mother, Tottie Goldsmith always had somebody to lean on - her aunt Olivia Newton-John. TOTTIE GOLDSMITH: "I'll be there for Chloe like Olivia was for me" PHOTO (COLOR): Chloe, Olivia and Tottie at the Walk for Wellness event in 2019. [Extracted from the article]

After Bert Newton's death, the letters kept coming, thousands and thousands of them. The days when Bert, Patti and Lauren all appeared on Good Morning Australia - which premiered as The Morning Show 30 years ago in January 1992 - are especially cherished. GMA STARS REMEMBER BERT Floor manager Robert "Belvedere" Mascara You'd never know what Bert was going to do. [Extracted from the article]

Cut from the same cloth, Bert and Patti always understood each other. And like most families, the Newtons had their challenges - Bert's gambling problems, Patti's terrifying bouts with transient global amnesia, and son Matthew's well-publicised court and psychiatric battles - but they closed ranks to deal with them. They were Australian TV royalty but Patti and Bert loved life's simple pleasures. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the popular '90s TV show Gladiators, which is set to make a comeback in 2024. Former hosts Mike Hammond and Kimberley Joseph share their memories of the show, highlighting the excitement and challenges they experienced. The show featured everyday challengers competing against professional competitors in a high-stakes, high-risk game. The hosts and crew formed a close-knit family during the production, and the show attracted millions of viewers each week. The reboot of Gladiators is expected to bring fun and entertainment to audiences in an uncertain world. [Extracted from the article]

Amber Lawrence, the reigning queen of Aussie country music, found solace in songwriting after a bad break-up. She went on to have a successful career as a full-time performer and recording artist, despite initially working as an accountant. Amber's music also helped her cope with the loss of her baby son. She regularly tours Australia with her son and has performed for US presidents and entertained troops. Amber's journey to success was unexpected, but she took the leap and pursued her passion for music. [Extracted from the article]

'" IN THE FIRING LINE It was perhaps the only time in a career spanning almost 60 years that Patricia Amphlett OAM - the youngest and, standing at just147cm, shortest person ever to entertain Vietnam War troops - has been told to stop singing. Lex and Patricia's podcast celebrates older Aussies. Life isn't over just because you're ageing - just ask Patricia and Lex Marinos, who co-host a successful podcast, The Baby Boomers Guide To Life In The 21st Century. [Extracted from the article]

Jenny Kee: "MY LIFE WAS NEVER THE SAME" "What's important in life isn't power or money, it's health" Princess Diana was one of many high-profile fans of Jenny's work. In their honour, Jenny has created a limited-edition bandage - featuring some of her iconic images - for Red Cross Lifeblood donors throughout March in support of International Women's Day. [Extracted from the article]

25 YEARS OF ALL SAINTS: "WE WERE UNDER INTENSE PRESSURE" It was just an incredibly lucky start, and how grateful I am for it!" After All Saints, Virginia's television career continued to thrive with Winners & Losers. Television favourite Virginia Gay regularly gets recognised in the street - but for all the wrong reasons. [Extracted from the article]

T roughout her career, Tina has specialised in playing similarly grounded, self-reliant women - from Louise Carter in Skyways to matriarch Meryl Knight in Doctor Doctor. It's a fairytale ending for Tina Bursill to be back on stage in Cinderella, after a year when almost everything went heartbreakingly wrong for the Doctor Doctor favourite. [Extracted from the article]

He and Joy helped establish the Tamworth Country Music Festival - now celebrating its 50th anniversary - and blazed a trail in many other ways. 50 YEARS TAMWORTH MUSIC FESTIVAL Anne says following in Slim's legendary footsteps had its challenges. For Anne Kirkpatrick, childhood was one big adventure growing up on the road with her parents - pioneering Australian country music legends Slim Dusty and Joy McKean. [Extracted from the article]

THE X FACTOR'S JASON OWEN: "SHE'S CHANGED OUR LIVES!" "Lyla because we liked the name, and Rose after Becy's aunt, who sadly died of a heart defect at age 13", explains the doting novice dad. Gently singing a lullaby to his beautiful baby daughter, country singer Jason Owen feels doubly blessed that tiny Lyla Rose is alive and thriving. [Extracted from the article]

Almost overnight, out-of-work actor Michael Caton became Australia's best-loved movie larrikin, and nobody was more surprised than the man himself. Not unlike his alter ego Darryl, Michael is an everyman who has known his share of tragedy and hardship. Michael was scratching a living as a handyman 25 years ago when he was contacted to play The Castle's knockabout hero Darryl Kerrigan. [Extracted from the article]

Treating herself to a facial saved bestselling author Di Morrissey's life, when a small mark on her right cheekbone turned out to be a deadly melanoma. Glamorous Di had disguised the small "stain" with makeup for years before she noticed a pinhead-sized speck last year. [Extracted from the article]

Real life Staking out his future vegie patch, country music star Adam Brand is newly settled on his private slice of paradise in the rolling Gold Coast hinterland. Fangally Farm - cute daughter Pepper can't pronounce "family" just yet - is a longtime dream come true for the award-winning singer/songwriter, who moved onto the idyllic property three months ago. It's taken me a while to grow up and slow down!" Incredibly, Adam first went to the Tamworth Country Music Festival - which celebrates its 50th anniversary this month - in 1997. [Extracted from the article]

Simmone Jade Mackinnon: "I WAS IN A REAL-LIFE McLEOD'S DAUGHTERS!" With her little "wingman" by her side, Simmone set out to recreate magical childhood memories of a two-year family road trip around Australia from Mt Isa. "My parents blessed me with a wonderful, transient start to life and I wished to do the same for Madigan", she says. The wide brown paddocks were parched by drought, feed was scarce and hungry cattle had to be sold, and at that point, Simmone Jade Mackinnon realised her dream job was drawing to a close. [Extracted from the article]

Susie Maroney: "MUM WAS MY WHOLE WORLD" Celebrity News Susie Maroney was reduced to tears recently simply by the sight of her mother's favourite carrot cake in a local bakery window. Susie says she shared an "unbelievable bond" with her mum Pauline. [Extracted from the article]

Jimmy Barnes' joy: "MEET OUR LITTLE DRUMMER BOY" Just in time for the festive season, music legend Jimmy Barnes has welcomed a new addition to the family band - a little drummer boy born to talented son Jackie and his stunning wife Stephanie. And that's a sentiment gleefully seconded by Stephanie, who adds, "When I was pregnant with Bella and Zoey, Jackie was away on the road most of the time, so it's been great having him around to help out with my mum Sheila, who's a retired midwife. [Extracted from the article]

In the dry red dirt of outback WA, country musician Adam Brand is fossicking for precious metals under a wide blue sky as his cute daughter Pepper plays beside the family caravan. Inspired by one of his favourite TV shows, Aussie Gold Hunters, Perth-born Adam thought he'd try mining and 38-year-old Nui, his "best buddy" and partner of five years, wholeheartedly backed the big adventure. Country Roadshow 2021 tickets available at ticketek.com.au Adam is getting to spend every day with Nui and Pepper. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the first Christmas celebration of Australian television artists Bert and Patti Newton's grandchild, Sam Albert Newton Welsh. Patti, says that, the child has changed their lives. Bert says that, the family loves Christmas, but Sam's presence has increased the level of joy in it. Bert's son, Matthew Newton says that, celebrating Christmas with a baby, reminds how exciting it is when one see the festival through a child's eyes.

The article focuses on the retirement of Grant Hackett from the sport of swimming and devote his time to his wife Candice Alley in New York City. He states that he wanted to give full time to his wife and enjoy both's company. Thus, his announcement earned an emotional standing ovation from the swimming fraternity and team-mates he had mentored and worked with throughout his brilliant career.

The article focuses on how Australian singer Guy Sebastian and her wife, Jules Egan, dealt with the death of Egan's older brother, Andrew Egan. It is inferred that Andrew died at the age of 35 through suicide on May 22, 2008, leaving her wife and two daughters behind. It is further stated that the bad news was received by the couple through a brief and ominous text message during their honeymoon.

The article highlights the wedding of celebrity host Kyle Sandilands to pop diva Tamara Jaber on September 29, 2008 at Saint Brigid's Church in Marrickville, New South Wales. The wedding is hailed one of the most extravagant weddings ever happened in the nation attended by various notable people in the society and celebrities. It is their aim to impress everybody with a theatrical like event which they associate with their social life.

The article reports on the plan of renowned swimmer Grant Hackett and his actress-wife Candice Alley to have children. Hackett confirmed that they certainly wanted a family, and the thought of it excites them. He added that before he met his wife, it was not a big focus, but when a person loves someone, it is just a natural evolution of relationship.

The article presents the views of several celebrity mothers on experiencing motherhood. Television personality Patti Newton states that her relationship with her daughter Lauren Newton has grown even stronger since Lauren had a baby. Entertainment reporter Angela Bishop's mother Bronwyn Bishop states that she adores her daughter. According to actor Allison Cratchley her mother is her best friend.

The article features celebrity couple Saskia Burmeister and Jamie Croft, who got married last February 17, 2008, eight years from their introduction. Saskia was only 15 when she met Jamie. They played girlfriend and boyfriend in the movie "The Pact," before they started dating over chocolate milkshakes.

This article reports that Australian television veteran Bert Newton's newborn grandchild has survived a dangerous medical drama. For several weeks before young Sam's birth, doctors were worried that he was not growing as he ought. There was a problem with the placenta, according to Newton's daughter Lauren. Mercifully, the close-knit clan's fears were unfounded. When little Sam entered the world at Melbourne's Epworth Freemasons Hospital on January 19, 2008 at 9:26 am, he weighed 3.1 kilogram and measuring 49 centimeters.

The article reports on the wedding of "All Saints" star Alex Davies and cameraman Justin Hanrahan. She met Hanrahan on the set of Australia's favourite hospital drama. He rapidly became her best friend, then something more, with co-star John Waters claiming the credit for bringing them together. The happy couple celebrated the start of 2008 with an idyllic country wedding in the rolling green hills of northern New South Wales.

The article reports on the secret affair between Angus Hawley, husband of Australian journalist Antonia Kidman, and Debbie Phillips. The first time Hawley kissed Phillips, she tried to resist, but he succeeded in seducing her. Phillips reveals that the boyish 38-year-old businessman swept aside her scruples on their first official date, when he picked her up in a stretch limousine stocked with vodka and ice, and took her to watch the rugby on television at a friend's harborside unit.

An interview with television host Anthony Field is presented. When asked if he was there when his wife Miki delivered their child, he said he was there and the delivery was a little bit better than their first child. He said they named their baby Antonio Carlos in honor of Saint Anthony, the patron saint of lost things.

This article reports on the birth of Hayden William Phillips, the baby boy of first-time parents "Temptation" host Ed Phillips and his fiancé Jaynie Seal, the Nine Network's weather girl. The arrival of the baby boy helped ease the family's heartache over the death of Seal's sister. Once they decided to start a family, Seal even consulted a naturopath, to give herself the best chance of a successful pregnancy. Both parents were certain that they were expecting a girl. According to Phillips, they even had a stack of girls' names picked out.

The article reports on the wedding of actress Zoe Naylor and stockbroker James Trude. The wedding was held at Saint Patrick's church at Nulkaba in Sydney, New South Wales. Zoe's gown was created by Roz la Kelin, whose designs Zoe has modelled for the past 10 years. The veil was a family heirloom borrowed from James's mother, Peta, who wore it on her wedding day. Her co-stars in "McLeod's Daughters" Simmone Jade Mackinnon, Rachael Carpani, Michala Banas and Matthew Passmore attended the event.

The article describes the home of Ada Nicodemou, star of "Home and Away," and her fiancé Chrys Xipolitas in Sydney, New South Wales. Nicodemou's mother, Jenny, convinced her to buy the house. She and her fiancé fell in love with the house and renovated it. The couple reveals that when they bought the house, they intended to demolish it one day and build their dream house. Now, they love it so much that they do not they are ever going to have the heart to knock it down.

The article emphasizes the happiness of athlete Jana Rawlinson with the arrival of her baby, Cornelis Levi Rawlinson. Like his parents, Cornelis seems destined for the fast lane, arriving eight hours before he was due to be induced. According to Chris Rawlinson, husband of Jana, they were able to get through the labor process by thinking it was like running a race. Jana cried when her baby was presented to her.

Locked down in Melbourne, former Australian Idol judge Mark Holden is reliving his "touchdown" glory days through a new podcast recorded with his much-loved daughter Katie. Katie, who works in drama development at Disney's 20th Television, laughs when asked if it was embarrassing being Mark Holden's daughter. Mark and Katie at the Australian Idol finale in 2005. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the joy of Australian tennis player Lleyton and actress Bec Hewitt, on the first birthday celebration of their daughter Mia Rebecca. For Lleyton, his baby beats any Grand Slam event he has ever won. Lleyton says that Mia, like her mother, is already fond of jewelry, accessories and shopping. Bec says Mia is strong and energetic like her father.

The article deals with the wedding of Australian Olympic swimmer Matthew Welsh and celebrity Lauren Newton. The bride and groom wed in a simple Catholic ceremony conducted by Newton family friend Father David Wills. The Australian Girls Choir burst into joyous song, with Footy Show star Sam Newman nodding along to Amazing Grace.

The article presents an interview with Australian Idol host Andrew G, regarding his vegetable diet. He recounted when he started to become a vegan and explained his reasons for being a vegan. He discussed his expertise in cooking and recounted his worst kitchen disaster. He also discussed his best comfort food and favorite restaurant.

The article presents an interview with Australia's new golden couple, former Miss Universe Jennifer Hawkins and carpenter-turned-model Jake Wall. When asked about dating the most beautiful woman, Jake mentions her bubbly personality. Jake describes his home life. An overview of Jen's successful career is presented. Jen reflects on how she misses Jake when they are apart.

The article presents an interview with Tasmanian mine accident survivors Brant Webb and Todd Russell. Webb and Russell described how they were able to survive their 14 days of ordeal of being entombed in a kilometer underground in a Beaconsfield mine in northern Tasmania. They explained how their love for their families kept them strong and inspired them to cling to survival. INSET: THE GREAT ESCAPE.

This article presents an interview with television personality Ada Nicodemou. She got engaged with professional chef Chrys Xipolitas. She praised her mother's impressive cooking skills. One worst cooking experience of Nicodemou was when she tried to make toffee and end up ruining the saucepan. She prefers cheese as a comfort food.

Wayne Mott admits he gets emotional at big events, but celebrating his 50th birthday with friends, including his partner Tom Walsh, gave him the greatest, weepiest gift of all. For Gogglebox fans it's no secret that Wayne was adopted and later helped raise Tom's kids Jade, Zac, 28, and Tegan, 25, wholeheartedly as his own. [Extracted from the article]