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Chris Bath shares devastating family news

Chris Bath has shared the devastating news of the death of her father. The veteran TV journalist posted a lengthy tribute to her dad, recalling fond memories of her childhood and sharing the endless love they shared. Posting a series of photos of her dad throughout his life, she said her father "didn't want the hoo-ha" of a funeral. She wrote, "My Dad didn’t want a funeral, didn’t want the 'hoo ha', he said. At the risk of having him haunt me forever, which I wouldn’t mind because I’d really like to have him around, I’m posting this because celebrating the dead is for the living, & there are so many people who will read this who also loved him." She goes on to call her father the ultimate "people person" who drew people in with his charismatic nature. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckul_GXPyjm/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"> </div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"> </div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"> </div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"> </div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <div style="padding: 12.5% 0;"> </div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;"> <div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);"> </div> </div> <div style="margin-left: 8px;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;"> </div> <div style="width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);"> </div> </div> <div style="margin-left: auto;"> <div style="width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);"> </div> <div style="width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);"> </div> </div> </div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;"> </div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckul_GXPyjm/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A post shared by chrisbath (@chrisbath)</a> </div> </blockquote> "He was one of those Dads that all your friends loved, one of those magic people with a gift for effortlessly making other people feel good. He wasn’t loud. Dad was just quietly, effortlessly funny, a larrikin energy tractor beam that drew in anyone in his orbit." Chris shared stories of growing up in a house full of women, to which her father was "never sexist", and how she would learn basic life skills just through the desire to be around her dad. "We grew up thinking we could do anything because he told us so. I’d hang out with Dad in the garage learning to use tools, how to mow & edge the lawn perfectly and wash the car. Terrified, I’d cling to his much loved Hobie Cat as he taught me to sail, pretending I loved hooning at breakneck speed across Toowoon Bay and heading out to sea, just to be near him." Her moving tribute prompted a wave of tributes from her show business friends, with Johanna Griggs commenting, "I loved him. And love you. This is so beautiful. He would be smiling from above at the words you’ve written today and everyday he saw you." Image credits: Instagram

Caring

Chris Bath breaks down on air after announcing colleague’s death

TV presenter Chris Bath has broken down on air after announcing the news of fellow colleague and journalist Nick Way. Nick Way, a Perth journalist, lost his battle with motor neurone disease at the age of 63 on September 23. The heartbreaking news was shared on Channel Ten’s Sunday evening program, with Chris shedding some tears. “The Ten News First family is mourning revered Perth journalist Nick Way, who has lost his fight with motor neurone disease,” she said. A tribute package was also played, highlighting Nick’s incredible career as a journalist. “Nick Way was a gifted storyteller,” the voiceover said. “Over three decades, he never failed to connect deeply with those he reported on, often staying in close contact with them long after the news cameras had stopped rolling. “His stories shone through even through our darkest chapters, the Bali bombings. Many of the survivors still call Nick a very good friend. “Nick always gave a voice to those who struggled to find their own. Championing so many wonderful causes and when it came to his own health battle, he dug in and raised tens of thousands of dollars for research. “Here at Ten, Nick taught so many the ropes. His beautiful smile and voice we will never forget. “To his wife Karen and loved ones, we are sending our deepest sympathies.” The tribute package ended and the camera cut back to a very emotional Chris who said: “Vale Nick, and our condolences to his family”. Karen, Nick’s wife of 29 years said her husband was staying at a specialised care facility in Cottesloe while she was in New Zealand for her nephew’s wedding. Nick suddenly “had a turn” and died of a suspected blood clot in his lung. “It was like he waited for me to be here in New Zealand to be with all my family and he's made the decision that it's time to go,” Karen told <a href="https://thewest.com.au/news/wa/nick-way-popular-wa-newsman-dies-after-battle-with-with-bulbar-onset-motor-neuron-disease--c-8348221" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The West Australian</a>. “He wanted to stay as independent as he could, but he just couldn't do things for himself anymore and he lost the ability to talk last August. Talking was his favourite thing and he loved being the centre of attention. “But he had a great life, we had so much travel and he did so many things a lot of people never get the opportunity to do. We've got lots of really great memories.” Images: Facebook/Ten

Caring

The 6 best bath bomb recipes for every mood

Customise your bath bomb Few natural remedies are as effective for hitting your internal reset button as a hot bath. By customising the bath bomb recipe below with a variety of essential oils, you can soothe everything from frayed nerves to achy muscles, says intergrative health expert Dr Tasneem Bhatia. Keep reading to see how. Basic bath bomb recipe Here’s what you’ll need: 2 cups baking soda 1 cup citric acid 1/2 cup Epsom salt 1 tablespoon almond or olive oil Essential oils Water Packing moulds (If you don’t have food moulds, ice cube trays, hollow plastic Easter eggs, or Christmas tree ornaments that snap open and closed will do.) Directions: Mix baking soda, citric acid and Epsom salt in a bowl. Add almond or olive oil and essential oils. Add water slowly (the mixture might create a small foaming reaction. If that happens, pour even more slowly). The mixture should be just moist enough to hold a shape. Pack mixture into moulds for a few minutes, then tap to release. Allow bath bombs to dry for about five hours. To use, simply drop one in the bath. Enjoy! Note: Bath bombs should be used within three weeks. A bath bomb for when you’re feeling stressed To soothe the senses when you’re stressed out, try a bath bomb infused with 10 drops of bergamot (use one labelled bergaptene-free) and 10 drops of clary sage. The citrusy-flower bergamot mixed with clary sage calms the nervous system and clears the mind. “Bergamot is an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic and its aromatic scent has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety,” says Dr Bhatia, echoing the findings of a review of studies published in 2019 in Food Science & Nutrition. “Clary sage also reduces stress and acts as an antidepressant.” A bath bomb for when you can’t fall asleep Settle into a more restful state by creating a bath bomb that includes 10 drops of chamomile, 10 drops lavender and 10 drops mandarin. “Both lavender and chamomile are calm- and relaxation-promoting herbs, while mandarin is known to be calming and promote joy,” says Dr Bhatia. A bath bomb for when your muscles ache Soothe sore muscles with a bath bomb infused with 10 drops lavender and 10 drops rosemary, which reduces inflammation. “Lavender is calming, while rosemary is known to increase blood flow, helping muscle soreness,” says Dr Bhatia. For even more of a treat, add extra Epsom salt to your bath before you hop in. The magnesium sulfate works as a natural muscle relaxant, pulling fluid out of the muscles and reducing swelling. A bath bomb for when you need a pick-me-up Need a bath bomb to help you overcome that 3pm gotta-have-a-nap feeling on days you work from home? Add 10 drops grapefruit oil and 10 drops bergamot oil. Keep in mind: “Citrus oils can sting a bit so you have to be careful with them,” says Dr Bhatia. If the grapefruit-bergamot combo doesn’t do the trick, soak a cotton swab with peppermint essential oil and take a whiff whenever you need an extra zap of energy. A bath bomb for setting a romantic mood Floral scents like rose oil and ylang-ylang are great for setting the mood for romance, if only because “they’re soothing scents that promote calm and relaxation,” says Dr Bhatia. Try a bath bomb made with 10 drops of each. Add a pinch of vanilla for an added kick. A bath bomb for indulging the senses For an all-purpose bath bomb that will indulge the senses no matter the mood or the moment, try this fresh-floral mix: 10 drops rose or lavender oil, 10 drops of lemon and 5 drops of patchouli. “This is a combo of stress relief and a bit of a pick-me-up,” says Dr Bhatia. “Like many citrus oils, lemon is stimulating while patchouli and lavender are relaxing and provide skin relief.” Written by Juliana LaBianca. This article first appeared in <a href="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/culture/the-6-best-bath-bomb-recipes-for-every-mood" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reader’s Digest</a>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, <a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.com.au/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&utm_medium=articles&utm_campaign=RDSUB&keycode=WRA87V" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here’s our best subscription offer.</a> Image: Getty Images

Beauty & Style

Taking the bath out of bathrooms - does your house really need one?

Though there’s something luxurious about being able to unwind in the bath with candles lit, soft music or even a glass of bubbles in hand, when it comes to the debate over keeping a shower or a bath, is the luxury actually worth it? The answer to this contentious debate will likely depend on a few different factors, such as your life stage, the size of your home and even if you plan on selling in the future. For Aucklander Cameron Nicholas, the $200,000 cost to include a large standalone bath in his bathroom was a must, having had to bathe two young children without one for the past four years. "It was a backbreaking nightmare, with me and my wife stooped over the shower trying to get them to stay still, one after the other, or squashing them like sardines into a tiny plastic tub," he told <a href="https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/homed/bathroom/98833034/does-your-bathroom-really-need-a-bath" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stuff</a>. "My son used to say "I wish we had a big bath." After the renovation, Mr Nicholas was told by his local real estate agent the bath added at $100,000 to the home’s value - he also plans to never move into a home without one again. For some, it’s not a necessity Though young families benefit from having a bath, there are other circumstances where it isn’t a necessity or could actually deter potential buyers, according to Barfoot & Thompson sales agent Kari-Lee Haldane. “I wouldn’t worry too much if there wasn’t a bath,” Ms Haldane told Stuff. “For smaller units that may attract a young couple or a more mature individual, a bath is not always a plus.” However, she recommends against removing a bath already installed if your home has more than three bedrooms, since it’s an appealing option for families. The best of both worlds can still be risky If you are set on having a bath, there are plenty of options in terms of size, design, shape and style - and you can even combine it with a shower. However, interior designer Nicola Manning said running with a combined option could compromise both. “If you’re having a shower you have to step over the bath - this can be dangerous, especially for elderly,” she said. “You’ll have to use either a shower curtain or a glass screen which can often leak. And there’s limited choice available for shower bath options in shape and quality - most are acrylic.” If having a bath will hinder the functionality of your bathroom, you could opt for a quality shower instead. “Spend money on tiling, large glass panels, add a recess for products and twin shower heads,” Manning suggested. It all comes down to you Ultimately, deciding whether you want a bath or could live without one comes down to you. After considering your preferences, needs and any restrictions on space you might have, it’s also worth thinking about how often you’ll use it and how that affects its worth as an investment. Image: Getty Images

Home Hints & Tips

When was the last time you took a bath?

When was the last time you had a bath? Does your home even have a bath tub? If you haven’t used it in a while, it’s actually quite interesting to ask whether your bathroom really needs it. Baths are perfect for parents with young children, to help them shower. Whether you’re thinking of moving house, it is possible that the potential new owners would prefer a bath. However, not every bathroom can have a bathtub because there is just not enough room. Bathtubs are also more prevalent in houses with three or more bedrooms. If you’re looking to sell, keep in mind that a bathtub itself does not exactly affect the value of the house, but is a preferred feature if the space is there. Image: Shutterstock

Home Hints & Tips

See the world’s 10 best outdoor bathing spots

Whiling away the hours soaking in a hot spring is a must for many travellers, and though we might not be able to travel now, these ten spots should be added to your travel bucket list. <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.qssupplies.co.uk/" target="_blank">QS Supplies</a> has ranked the best hot springs around the world, with each location receiving a score out of ten based on reviews on TripAdvisor, social media mentions, the number of rainy days and other factors. 1. Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa, Iceland <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843366/spa1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/43aed5804a8942679858bc914031165e" /> Image: Guide to Iceland Taking out the top spot with a score of 6.79/10, the Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa offers warm waters containing minerals which both give the lagoon its name and are great for the skin. The water is drilled out of the ground, used to heat up fresh water that heats Icelandic homes at a nearby plant, and is then filtered and fed into the lagoon. 2. Travertine Hot Springs, USA <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843367/spa2.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/0e22ffb4c55e4263aa0bc48448c233c4" /> Image: Instagram Scoring 5.39 out of ten, these geothermal hot springs are just outside the town of Bridgeport, California. The hot, mineral-rich waters are popular among locals and hikers, offering a stunning view of the surrounding sierras. 3. Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Turkey <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843368/spa3.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/284afc518ecf44719a9cc2d135f81135" /> Image: Getty Images Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1988, the natural thermal pools of Pamukkale in western Turkey have been visited for thousands of years. The mineral-rich waters have also caused stunning limestone cliffs called travertines to form over the last 400,000 years, with the nearby Greco-Roman city of <a rel="noopener" href="https://oversixty.com.au/travel/international-travel/gate-to-hell-myths-confirmed" target="_blank">Hierapolis</a> having been a popular spa town since the 2nd century. 4. Hammam Al Andalus Baths, Spain <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843369/spa4.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/757268114ffb4cf09b0a53920d612a20" /> Image: Hammam Granada After being closed for five centuries, the Arab baths in Granada, Spain, were restored and reopened to the public in 1998. The baths feature geometric mosaics, carved columns, and vaulting ceilings, along with pools of varying temperatures. 5. Bagby Hot Springs, USA <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843370/spa5.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/7d1eba5520774e8b977b47743c16794b" /> Image: Forest Service, The United States Department of Agriculture Nestled in among the towering firs of Oregon's Mount Hood National Forest, the hot springs are a secluded haven for nature lovers. The springs are contained in hand-hewn tubs and cedar plumbing. TIED: 6. Chena Hot Springs, USA <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843371/spa6.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/79a8852a7b29448c9c9a5e96c89aa4c4" /> Image: Chena Hot Springs / Instagram The Chena Hot Springs are surrounded by the icy Alaskan landscape and offer amazing views of the Northern Lights. The nearby Chena Hot Springs Resort is also home to the world’s biggest ice museum, featuring ice sculptures, an ice chapel, and an ice bar. TIED: 6. Terme Di Saturnia, Italy <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843372/spa7.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/8a4a10ce618d4c3e97e86e8571dec40c" /> Image: Discover Tuscany The Terme Di Saturnia can be found in the central Italian region of Tuscany, with the most popular of the springs being the Cascate del Mulino - the “waterfalls of the mill”. The mill that the site takes its name from is surrounded by rippling thermal pools, backed by a tranquil forest. 8. Termas Geometricas, Chile <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843373/spa8.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/10c0251062d649d7bef81525ef36de62" /> Image: Termas Geometricas / Instagram With waters warmed by nearby Villarrica volcano, the Termas Geometricas hot springs are the largest complex of springs in Chile. Temperatures range from 30-45 degrees across 20 pools surrounded by mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and lakes. 9. Ma’in Hot Springs, Jordan <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843374/spa9.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/8192d671d4594a3d8d9dc1021855e5e8" /> Image: Ma’in Hot Spring Resort and Spa Located near the eastern coast of the Dead Sea, the Ma’in hot springs are filled with waters with minerals taken from the basaltic mountains. With water temperatures reaching up to 67 degrees and a surround of waterfalls, the springs offer a change of scenery from Jordan’s dry environment. 10. Szechenyi, Hungary <img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7843375/spa10.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/352d3c2d24aa4999852afc6d57f84e8a" /> Szechenyi Baths A large complex of baths fed by two hot springs, Szechenyi Baths are a popular spot for tourists and locals alike in Budapest for their medical and relaxing qualities. As one of the largest spa baths in Europe, there are 15 indoor baths and three outdoor baths for guests to choose from.

International Travel

Bye bye Lisa? Chris Bath to allegedly replace Lisa Wilkinson on The Project

Channel 10 has been forced to deny reports that suggest The Sunday’s Project Lisa Wilkinson is being dumped from her role on the show. This denial comes after a report from Woman’s Day suggested that just two years after Wilkinson had left Channel 9 for Channel 10, she could be in trouble come contract negotiation time. According to the report, Wilkinson is after a multi-million contract going forward, but the failing ratings of The Sunday Project make this amount difficult to justify. However, Channel 10 were quick to deny the rumours, telling <a rel="noopener" href="https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/lisa-wilkinson-to-be-dumped-from-the-project-for-christ-bath-033513098.html" target="_blank">Yahoo Lifestyle</a> that the reports from the magazine were “100% untrue”. There are also whispers from the report that the bad blood between Wilkinson and the original members of the team are playing a major part in the breakdown. This tension was highlighted by a gaffe from comedian Peter Helliar, who profusely thanked Wilkinson for appearing on “our show”. “We love having you on our show,” he said at the time on the show’s ten year anniversary episode. This comment may have revealed more than Helliar intentioned, but Wilkinson was quick to deny the feud in a public post on Instagram. <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2JJLsFlhxF/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2JJLsFlhxF/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank">Tonight’s episode of Sunday @theprojecttv is brought to you by Blue Steel.🤔 We’ve got a fantastic show tonight...hope you can join us at 6.30pm on @channel10au 💃 #bluesteel @hamishnews @mrstommylittle @susie_youssef</a> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/lisa_wilkinson/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank"> Lisa Wilkinson</a> (@lisa_wilkinson) on Sep 8, 2019 at 1:04am PDT </div> </blockquote> "So there I was, standing in the queue at the supermarket this morning, right next to the magazine rack, when I saw it: 'Furious Lisa Flees Channel 10' right there on the cover of one of the weekly 'women’s' mags. (And let’s ignore for a moment the fact that the pic accompanying this headline was of a particularly tender moment from my 10th anniversary at the Today Show at Channel Nine)," the 59-year-old said. "But honestly, does ANYONE believe this stuff??? The pic above is one Pete took of me on holidays just a week ago. Do I look like someone “fleeing” anything? Do I look furious?" "Honestly, the number of absolute lies in this story takes my breath away...So please, don’t believe any of it." There were also claims that Wilkinson’s first pick for replacement would be current 10 News First weekend anchor and ABC Radio Evenings host Chris Bath, as the veteran broadcast journalist has showcased she can thrive wherever she is placed.

“Kmart turned my baby green”: Woman’s terrifying find in daughter’s bath

A mother walked into a “horrifying” situation after she heard her daughter yelling for her in the bathtub. Kerri Sackville, author of Out There: A Survival Guide for Dating in Midlife wrote Kmart “did the dirty” on her after a $15 unicorn themed bath bomb kit turned her daughter and their entire bathtub a deep sea green. The author wrote in <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/kids/look-mum-im-an-alien-kmart-bath-bomb-turns-girl-green/news-story/d44b4b1fb5d8534a1577cd8a30811956" target="_blank">news.com.au</a> that while she loves Kmart, she felt “betrayed” by her favourite retailer. Sackville said she should have known the horror that would await her in her daughter’s bath after her 8-year-old took to making her own bombs following the kit’s instructions. “There was green on the table and green on the floor and green on her hands and a bit of green in her hair, and if you think that should have alerted me to a potential issue, you are right,” she wrote. <img style="width: 500px; height: 280.3992740471869px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7831821/kmart-mum.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/5792e94c9fc44537953abd1af16a2fca" /> Image: news.com.au It was later once she heard a worrying call to come quickly that she realised her daughter was “green” from the Kmart bath bombs. “My precious child was emerald green. So was the bath water, the tub, and much of the surrounding wall.” Sackville scrubbed away at her daughter’s skin for what felt like “hours” but still “streaks of green remained. “...This was no water-soluble bath bomb; it seemed to be made from crushed permanent markers, or oil paints.” While she eventually managed to clean her bathtub, she says “a glint of emerald remains in the grout.” <img style="width: 500px; height: 280.3992740471869px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7831820/kmart-mum-1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/0a2b14b61857490c811870786e1705b8" /> Image: news.com.au A Kmart spokesperson told news.com.au they urge any other customers who have had similar issues to get in touch. “At Kmart Australia, we are committed to the quality and safety of all of our products. We have not received an inquiry of this nature, but we welcome the opportunity to resolve this directly with the customer. “We encourage all customers who have experienced an issue with any of our products to please get in contact with our Customer Service Team on 1800 124 125.”

Food & Wine

'A daily shower isn't necessary': Bathing every day could increase your risk of infections warn experts

Bathing every day could increase people's risk of infections, experts warn. According to infectious-disease expert Dr Elaine Larson from Columbia University, showering too often can reduce skin hydration, causing it to become dry and cracked, and allowing germs to enter. Most people bathe because they believe it reduces their risk of illness, she added, however, it does little more than remove body odour. Dr C Brandon Mitchell, assistant professor of dermatology at George Washington University, adds washing excessively strips the skin of its natural oils, which can disrupt 'good' bacteria that supports people's immune systems. “A daily shower isn’t necessary,” he added, saying that bathing just once or twice a week is usually sufficient for most. Dr Mitchell told <a href="http://time.com/4259559/shower-soap-hygiene/?xid=time_socialflow_twitter&utm_campaign=time&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social" target="_blank">TIME</a>: “Your body is naturally a well-oiled machine. I think most people over-bathe.” Dr Mitchell also recommends people do not lather their entire bodies with soap but to focus on smelly areas. For people who are worried about their risk of illness, Dr Larson said people should focus on washing their hands frequently, as well as cleaning their clothes, which collect dead skin cells.

Caring

Queensland mum doesn’t think dads should bathe daughters

A Queensland mum has sparked outrage after she said that she wasn’t comfortable with her husband bathing their daughters as they “have different body parts”. The anonymous mother posted her thoughts on social media, writing: “So hubby is upset with me because I have told him that I don’t [want him to] wash our two daughters in the bath or shower. “I just don’t feel comfortable for a man to do this.” She continued: “I have said I don’t have any issues with him bathing our son as well, he’s a boy. I just believe that girls should be getting washed by their mothers and boys get the same from their fathers.” "It's just got to do with the fact that mum and daughters have the same parts, same goes for men and their sons,” she ended the post. <img width="490" height="242" src="https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/nintchdbpict000373809398.jpg?strip=all&w=634" alt=" The woman explained in the social media post that she didn't feel comfortable with her husband bathing their daughters" class="size-thesun-article-image wp-image-5164844 lazyloaded" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"/> The controversial post was immediately slammed online. What do you think?

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Why you should never take a bath at a hotel

For many people, hotel baths represent the height of luxury. After a long flight, or busy day exploring the sights and sounds of a city, a hotel bath generally seems to be a logical enough first port of call when returning to your room. But many health experts are arguing this isn’t a good idea. Because while you sit back in your hotel bath, with a glass of wine and perhaps a good book, there’s a good chance that you’re not the only thing enjoying the warm waters. A study from travel logistics site <a href="https://www.travelmath.com/" target="_blank">TravelMath</a> suggests hotel guests taking a quick dip are often also unwittingly sharing their tub with a stew of bacteria and cleaning chemicals. “We’re definitely not trying to scare anyone,” Emily Pierce, a manager at TravelMath, says. “We wanted to know just how many bacteria we could find on common surfaces in the hotel rooms.” Supporting this research is a study from the <a href="http://www.springer.com/life+sciences/microbiology/journal/12275" target="_blank">Journal of Microbiology</a>, which found the highest levels of contamination in a hotel were recording in the housekeeper cleaning implements like sponges and mops which clean the tubs, sinks and floors. So, what’s a weary traveller to do after a long day? <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GL-4Woy94a0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> We’d suggest skipping the bath and booking a massage at the hotel spa instead. You’ll soothe any aches and pains, without having to share someone else’s bacteria! What are your thoughts? Do you think this will stop you taking hotel baths?

Travel Tips

Three-year-old NSW boy gets fingers stuck in bath plug hole

A three-year-old boy from NSW has found his fingers stuck in the plug hole of his bathtub, with paramedics called to the scene to cut the toddler free. Leo’s mother, Corinne Deiner, knew she was going to be in for a long night when she noticed that her three-year-old had become a little too curious for his own good. "I hear this voice go, 'I'm stuck', and I'm like, 'oh, what kind of stuck'?", Corinne said. Remarkably though, despite Leo stayed calm through the whole ordeal. <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F7NewsAdelaide%2Fvideos%2F1731610860202895%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="315" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe> "He was pretty much back against the wall, three fingers straight down, just sort of looked at me like, 'I'm in trouble aren't I?'", she added. It took an hour to free little Leo. "We flipped the plate out, and then once that was out, they put a film under each finger and had to cut each individual hole to get each finger out," Kahlie McLennan from NSW Ambulance said. Each finger was a little swollen but not injured. "I was very proud of him," Leo's mother said, "He cried only a little bit and that was when they were trying to cut the drain off his fingers." What a brave little boy! Have you ever had a child or grandchild become too inquisitive for their own good? Share your story in the comments section below. Hero image credit: Facebook / 7 News Adelaide

Home & Garden

How regularly you should wash your bath towel according to a microbiologist

Moist towels are an ideal breeding ground for germs because they contain the requirements for microbial life which are water, warm temperatures and oxygen. If a <a href="https://shop.oversixty.com.au/collections/towels?utm_source=Over60&utm_medium=in-article-link-towels&utm_campaign=Over60Shop&utm_content=over60-shop" target="_blank">towel</a> has moisture then there are microbes growing. Microbiologist Philip Tierno sees a moist towel as practically a living organism. “A damp towel is growing,” Tierno, a microbiologist at the New York University School of Medicine, told Business Insider. Tierno recommends only using your towel three times before throwing it in the wash and that is assuming it gets completely dry after each use. An easy indication that a towel has remained damp for too long is the smell. “If there is odour coming from the towel, wherever there is odour, there are microbes growing, so it should be washed,” Tierno said. If you are drying yourself with a towel coated in bacteria then you are potentially transferring that bacteria onto your skin and undoing the purpose of your shower. If you share a towel with others, you could come into contact with organisms that your body isn’t used to dealing with, “which may give rise to a boil, or a pimple, or an infection,” Tierno explained. However, not all microbes are bad for us and some can even be beneficial. The hygiene hypothesis believes exposure to germs and certain infections can help the immune system to defeat foreign microbes easier in the future. When your <a href="https://shop.oversixty.com.au/collections/towels?utm_source=Over60&utm_medium=in-article-link-towels&utm_campaign=Over60Shop&utm_content=over60-shop" target="_blank">towel</a> has a bad smell, and is fostering microbial life, it is best to put it in the wash instead of extending its use. “The idea is to be prudent and to be aware,” Tierno said. To find your winter home essentials, including towels, <a href="https://shop.oversixty.com.au/?utm_source=over60&utm_campaign=Over60Shop&utm_medium=in-article-link-o60shop&utm_content=over60-shop%20%20%20" target="_blank">head to the Over60 Shop</a>.<a href="https://shop.oversixty.com.au/collections/bathroom?utm_source=Over60&utm_medium=in-article-banner-bathroom&utm_campaign=Over60Shop&utm_content=over60-shop" target="_blank"><img src="http://media.oversixty.com.au/images/EditorialAddon/201706_Shopnow_EditorialAddon_468x60_Bathroom.jpg" alt="Over60 Shop - Bathroom Range"/></a>

Home & Garden

Dog avoids taking a bath at all costs

Tank, a dog owned by Ken Reid in Scotland, hates the bath and thinks he is clean enough to survive without one. Ken shared the video that reveals the lengths he will go to try and coax Tank into getting into the bath. <iframe width="600" height="338" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/n1SUQ19Ne_0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> The dog is resistant to his owner’s instructions and proceeds to crawl along the floor before finally going into the bathroom. Ken can be heard in the video telling his dog off jokingly for his disobedience. “Stop looking so sorry for yourself, come here,” Ken said. “You are such a silly dog but you are stinky and you need a bath,” he said lovingly to his pet. The video has nearly 12,000 views on YouTube.

News

Elephants in spa bath surprise holidaymakers

Remarkable footage from South Africa has emerged, showcasing the moment a group of stunned holidaymakers notice a herd of elephants enjoying their spa. While they’re not pulling on a pair of elephant-sized swimmers and jumping in for a soak (there’d barely be enough space) the elephants do enjoy a nice drink. And while the holidaymakers seem stunned to notice the herd of elephants drinking from the spa bath, the elephants seem rather unperturbed by the whole thing. Let’s address the elephant in the room – they’ve done this before! The video was originally posted on online forum Reddit, where commenters said it was not entirely uncommon to see elephants performing this way on animal reserves. Either way, we hear an elephant never forgets! Don’t you just love elephants? And while this might be a confronting, it’d be wonderful to see them so close. What’s your favourite big animal? Share your thoughts in the comments. Video credit: YouTube / Animal Animal Related links: <a href="/news/news/2016/05/elephant-lulled-to-sleep-by-caretakers-gentle-song/">Elephant lulled to sleep by caretaker’s gentle song</a> <a href="/news/news/2016/06/adorable-baby-elephant-dances-for-cows/">Playful baby elephant dances to get cow’s attention</a> <a href="/news/news/2016/06/elephant-calf-rescued-from-drain-in-sri-lanka-video/">Elephant calf rescued from drain in heart-stopping video</a>

International Travel

5 common ways we all ruin our bath towels without knowing

Bath towels are an easy household item to neglect. They get tossed around in a rush, left on wet floors and in dirty sinks, and we tend to have so many that we don’t spare much of a thought for them. Here are five ways that you are inadvertently shortening their lifespan. 1. Hanging more than one towel on a hook As much as you might think this is a space saver, moisture and debris will get trapped among the layers, which growing bacteria and mould just love to fester in. 2. You don’t wash them often enough This economical decision you’re making should have a time limit on it. Generally, two to three days is the rule. 3. You don’t shake them out Never just take your towels straight from the washing machine to the dryer. Give them a good shake first to loosen them up and help them stay fluffy. 4. You wash them in cold water A big no! Check the care tag and wash towels in the hottest water safe for the fabric to really get them clean and kill the germs. 5. You use too much fabric softener Too much of this can inhibit a towel's absorbency. Measure the softener and dilute it with water as directed by your washer's dispenser. How do you keep your towels soft and fluffy? Let us know in the comments below. Related links: <a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/home-garden/2016/05/cleaning-tricks-you-should-never-try-at-home/">10 cleaning tricks you should never try at home</a> <a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/home-garden/2016/05/20-fast-fixes-for-clothing-disasters/">20 fast fixes for clothing disasters</a> <a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/home-garden/2016/04/why-you-shouldnt-prerinse-before-dishwasher/">Why you shouldn’t pre-rinse before putting items in dishwasher</a>

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