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

Breaking Barriers • So many said I couldn’t do it but I proved them all wrong

The Monster In My Home • He abused my son and blamed the turtles

The road less Travelled • Growth comes from leaving your comfort zone!

Dying For Sex • A steamy session left me in the hospital

The truth about Breast Cancer • Busting the myths so you can take control of your health

Midlife Metabolism • Why your diet needs a makeover as you get older

Maxed Out • How to style spring’s trending maxiskirts for any occasion

A Touch Of Magic • My uneven eyelids inspired a multi-million-dollar product

Your tips

Pain meds Did This • I became so psychotic I set myself alight

Cheap Thrills • Go on – you deserve a little treat!

Tails Of Love And New Beginnings • My dogs found me a man and a new career!

The Stalker in her own home • Krug thought she was being hunted by her childhood ex, but the truth was a lot more disturbing

Pork on your fork • Serve these dishes in less than 40 mins!

Flaky Goodness • Where cheesecake meets the iconic Middle Eastern dessert

Coeliac Essentials • Treats from the gluten-free queen

Found Paradise • Head to Norfolk for a laid-back island escape

Swimply The Best • At 64 I broke the record for Australia’s longest swim

Struggling to Connect

Stars • Your week ahead with award-winning astrologer Yasmin

Masthead

My Crowning Glory • Single motherhood couldn’t stop me becoming a beauty queen

Your letters