Take 5

Take 5 has MORE real life stories and MORE puzzles than any other weekly magazine in Australia. It’s packed with real-life stories that make you laugh, cry, gasp and feel inspired. There’s also easy, budget-friendly recipes, expert health advice, plus handy hints and tips to make your life easier – plus a massive prize pool on offer each week, with car, cash and more up for grabs.

Editorial

Under Desert Skies • We couldn’t let a forgotten outback observatory fade away

Two lives, one Monster • When another woman died, I finally spoke out

My Greatest Assets • I turned my shame into pride and now I’m raking it in

No Rings Attached • We ditched the aisle but celebrated our love in style

Feeling Life-Locked • Why you feel stuck and disconnected – and what to do about it

Milking It • Sip your way to a sharper mind

Cleaning Up • I quit meat and am changing the world day by day

Your tips

3 tips for Ants

On The Front Line • I ran straight into disaster – and never stopped

Your stars for 2026 • What does your horoscope have in store for the year ahead?

Kiss Of Death

Murder behind the mannequins • A simple bag check exposed a secret that cost a young woman her life

Budget Bites • Clever recipes to help you eat well for less

Pav perfection • Celebrate Aussie flavours with this iconic dessert

Sweet Delights • Refreshing and easy prep-ahead desserts

Making Babies • My cute creations are more than just dolls

2026 travel hot list • The biggest travel trends about to take off

Return to Sender!

Stars • Your week ahead with award-winning astrologer Yasmin

Masthead

Older And Bolder • I ran away with the circus in my 40s

Your letters