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When I read about Karl Stefanovic’s business partnership breakdown with Keshnee Ibrahim, my immediate thought was that I’ve had jars of mayo in my fridge that have had a longer shelf life.

But then it got me reflecting on my own business marriage with Ange Priestley and the 10-year anniversary of us running Women’s Agenda together. Here’s why I reckon we’ve so far avoided an acrimonious trial in the Supreme Court.

Ed Sheeran told us this week that he doesn’t do politics, amid the Macklemore controversy. In this piece, Madeline Hislop reflects on all the female music artists (braver than Sheeran) who have taken a stand on numerous issues.

Also today, a new, national initiative designed to improve diagnosis, care and long-term management of endometriosis has launched. The Endometriosis Management Plan (EMP) is Australia’s first nationally available, structured management plan for endometriosis in primary care, supporting people living with endometriosis to partner with their GP or nurse to manage their condition.

And finally, did you grab your latte this morning? Here are 7 of the weirdest things coffee does to your body.

Australian women aren't short on ambition. 55% want a promotion within three years, and only 12% say a lack of skills is what's holding them back. The barriers are clarity and visibility. Women's Workplace Visibility in 2026, our national survey with Women's Agenda, sets out what 372 women told us and what employers can do about it. Read the report. (Partner Content)

Have a great weekend!

Tarla Lambert-Patel
Editor in Chief & Co Founder

The Key Quote

   
I know my actions had an impact beyond myself, and I am genuinely sorry to everyone who was affected. I am learning from this experience and will carry those lessons with me, including remembering that there is more to life than racing and knowing when it is right to step away.
   
Joanna Wietrzyk
Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk has apologised for continuing to compete after she defecated on herself during a Hyrox event in Beijing.     

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Ed Sheeran says politics has no place in his music. These female pop stars disagree
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The Key Figure

10 years     
 
The anniversary Women’s Agenda is celebrating being run by two women as a completely independent business.        

The win

New endometriosis care plan aims to reduce years-long diagnosis delays for Australian women

A new, national initiative designed to improve diagnosis, care and long-term management of endometriosis (The Endometriosis Management Plan- EMP) has launched this week, in a move that’s designed to improve outcomes for women long let down by the health system.

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