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

Girls Gone Wild • Learning practical skills changed how I saw myself – now I’m helping other women do the same

Stabbed through the heart • My brother suffered in silence until it was too late

Mind Your Mouth • Kissing pets caused me decades of poor health

The ‘Other’ Women • Strangers around the world believed they were married to my man

Friend or Freeloader? • Signs your friendship may be one-sided

Power Moves • Tips for building more muscle as we age – no gym necessary

The accessory Edit • Elevate your look with 2026’s favourite trends

Shoot To Thrill • I’m quivering with excitement for my niche sport

Your tips

Love Conquers All • After years of loneliness, I finally found the love I deserve

Midlife Skin Shift • Your burning menopause skin questions answered

A family Destroyed • Our gender reveal ended in tragedy

A Date With Death • Erica Shultz vanished after meeting someone online

A taste of Mexico • Liven up dinnertime with easy Mexican-inspired recipes

Buttercake beauty • The passionfruit delight worth treating yourself to

Catch of the day • Hook, line and sinker salmon recipes you’ll make on repeat

Big Beard Energy • Me and my mo are on a mission

Mainland event • Greece’s greatest hits are all in the Peloponnese

Where should We Go?

Stars • Your week ahead with award-winning astrologer Yasmin

Vintage Vixen • Bullies scoffed, but I’ve stood the test of time

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Your letters