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Sky News AU
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
The Project star Chrissie Swan reveals she was publicly weighed at age ten as she shows off dramatic weight loss
Chrissie Swan has revealed the devastating truth about her struggles with weight throughout her childhood. The radio star, 51, spoke to Nova 96.9's Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie on Monday where the hosts discussed the introduction of randomised public weigh-ins in Turkey. The initiative involves health workers stopping people on the street to gather their health data, including weight and body mass index (BMI). People with a BMI of 25 or more are referred to state health centres for free nutritional advice and follow-up services in a bid to address the country's rising obesity rates. Chrissie said the latest legislation was "fresh hell" as she revealed her own public trauma. "This is coming from someone whose first public weighing was at ten years old at a Weight Watchers meeting," she said. "I had to get up in front of Joy and Pam, who had little badges, and say, 'Oh yeah, I've put on point four kilos'." Chrissie said she queued up to be weighed on scales in front of people weekly where a staff member would record her weight. The 51-year-old said the public experience came with pressure to lose weight while navigating the difficult teenage years. It comes after Chrissie showed off her remarkable weight loss transformation by sharing throwback photos of herself on Instagram last week. The Nova star could be seen with a much fuller face in 2005, two years after she placed runner-up on Network 10's reality TV series Big Brother. "I WAS A BABY!" she captioned the snaps shared with her 296,000 followers. "A cute little juicy baby with layers and foils. Happy to see the love of the giant hoop earrings started early." Chrissie also shared more photos with her "bestie" Rebecca Thompson and fellow Big Brother cast members, reflecting on how far she's come. The Masked Singer judge has radically transformed over the past few years, reportedly losing 90 kilograms. The star credits her slimmed-down physique to a new diet, daily walks, and sobriety. She spoke to the Herald Sun ahead of her milestone 50th birthday in 2023 and said she had "never been happier or more centred." "It is actually great, and I don't think you can feel that way until you have done the years. I wouldn't be 20 for quids."
Sky News AU
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
'I just froze': Chrissie Swan reveals disturbing moment Big Brother cameraman secretly took photos of her while she was getting changed
Australian media personality Chrissie Swan has opened up about a horrific experience she endured during her time as a contestant on Network 10's Big Brother, alleging a cameraman secretly took intimate photos of her while she was getting changed. The NOVA star, 51, shared the story for the first time during Thursday's episode of Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie, after fellow former Big Brother housemate Ryan 'Fitzy' Fitzgerald brought up the crew's off-camera interactions. "Swannie, remember when the cameramen in the Big Brother house used to make noises and you could hear them and you'd try to have conversations with them?" Fitzy asked. "Yes, I actually remember when one of those men was sending photographs of my boobs to a friend who liked large ladies," Chrissie replied. She went on to explain how she first learned about the incident while she was alone in the bathroom. "I was getting changed in the bathroom, and I was getting my gear off by myself, and then I heard 'I know you like large ladies' or something, and I just froze, because he was obviously taking stills of my giant teets." Chrissie said she "heard a low voice through the wall going, 'I know you like big women'," confirming her suspicions. Her co-hosts were stunned, with Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli responding: "You're kidding me." "No, I'm not," Swan responded vehemently, detailing how she reported the incident. "I did mention it in my sort of casual, offhand way, I'm like, 'Just so you know, I just heard something that makes me feel a bit uncomfortable'… Anyway, it was sorted out, and that's great." Fitzy recalled Chrissie being "quite emotional" at the time, to which she responded: "Well, yeah, because yuck." The revelation came shortly after Chrissie posted a series of throwback photos from 2005 on Instagram, reminiscing about her time on the show. "I WAS A BABY!" she captioned the snaps shared with her 296,000 followers. "A cute little juicy baby with layers and foils. Happy to see the love of the giant hoop earrings started early." She also shared more photos with her "bestie" Rebecca Thompson and fellow Big Brother cast members, reflecting on how far she's come since then. The Masked Singer judge has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few years, reportedly losing 90 kilograms. She credits the shift to a new diet, daily walks, and sobriety. Speaking to the Herald Sun ahead of her milestone 50th birthday in 2023, she said, "I have never been happier or more centred. "It is actually great and I don't think you can feel that way until you have done the years. I wouldn't be 20 for quids." has reached out to Network 10 for comment.
Herald Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Herald Sun
Inside Chrissie Swan's $2.86m dual-residence Hawthorn East home with retro design flair
Media personality Chrissie Swan is hoping to make a stylish exit, listing her uniquely configured Hawthorn East property with $2.6m-$2.86m price hopes. Property documents confirm the former Big Brother runner-up and popular radio host is selling her character-filled dual-residence home known as Garland House, named after legendary entertainer Judy Garland and her daughter Liza Minnelli. The mid-century home sits on 604sq m in the prized Boroondara pocket, and has been cleverly split into two self-contained residences, 'Judy' at the front and 'Liza' at the rear, each with private entries, outdoor areas and undercover parking. RELATED: Melbourne's elite swarm Toorak's newest mega mansion Shock energy bill 'knowledge gap' hitting two in five Victorians Surprise Melbourne suburbs tipped for biggest house price rises in 2030 Swan, who was catapulted into the spotlight on the 2003 season of Big Brother, finished second to fan favourite and two-time winner Reggie Sorensen. She's since become one of the country's most beloved broadcasters, currently hosting The Chrissie Swan Show on Nova and an accompanying podcast. The property has been listed through Whitefox Classic's Ellie Morish, who said the home had already drawn huge attention thanks to its bold design, flexible layout and celebrity ties. 'Buyers love the timber panelling, the wallpaper Chrissie designed herself, the Technika kitchen suite and the calming garden spaces,' Ms Morish said. 'There's a real sense of joy and personality here.' The front residence features three bedrooms, a large kitchen and living area, bespoke wallpaper and garden views, while the rear two-bedroom wing offers light-filled living spaces, terrazzo detail, and its own secluded courtyard. Across both wings, features include new timber floors, ducted heating, airconditioning, high-end appliances and retro touches, from mosaic tiles to wall art declaring 'Dramatic Exit'. The home is within walking distance of Camberwell Junction, the Rivoli Cinema, trams and several top schools. Ms Morish said the property would suit everyone from multi-generational families and creatives to savvy investors wanting a live-in and lease-out opportunity. 'It's incredibly rare to find this kind of set up in Hawthorn East,' she said. 'And you can feel how much love and soul Chrissie has poured into every inch.' Big Brother, which first brought Swan into the spotlight, is set to return to Channel 10 in late 2025 for its 16th season, with Nova 100's Mel Tracina, known for her entertainment segments on The Cheap Seats, will be stepping into the hosting role. The reboot is rumoured to film in Melbourne. The home will go under the hammer at 11.30am on May 24. Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox. MORE: Penthouse gallery comes to Brighton Victoria's $5.4bn choice: level crossings or 20k homes Tranquil Peninsula escape that's as sweet as honey
Scottish Sun
10-05-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
From building a wildlife pond to rabbits in hot weather – your pet queries answered
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HE is on a mission to help our pets . . . and is here to answer YOUR questions. Sean, who is the head vet at tailored pet food firm has helped with owners' queries for ten years. 4 Sean McCormack, head vet at promises he can 'help keep pets happy and healthy' 4 Sean tries to help out with cats who regularly wake their owner up early Credit: Getty Q) I WANT to create a wildlife pond this summer. Someone told me not to have fish in it, is that true? Should I buy tadpoles to start, and is there anything you recommend to make it a success? JOHN BARRATT, Sheffield Sean says: A wildlife pond is a wonderful thing! Definitely no fish as they tend to eat smaller creatures, therefore damaging the precious ecosystem that develops in a small pond. You don't need to introduce frogs, newts or their tadpoles. If the habitat is right to support them, they will arrive under their own steam in time. It can take a few years, but putting them into an unestablished pond is not a good idea. It may not be able to support them, but also amphibians are threatened by disease. Moving frogspawn around can introduce disease. Make sure you have shallow sides, a gravel 'beach zone' and plenty of places where animals can climb in and out. Use native aquatic plants only. Half of pet owners believe animals are hidden support network Q) MY daughter Chrissie keeps being woken up in the early hours by her four cats. They sleep in the kitchen at night, but one, The General, is a Maine Coon who can open doors, windows and even get treats from a cupboard. At 4am he opens the kitchen door and he and the other three go up to Chrissie's bedroom and jump on her to let them out for a while. If The General can't get the door open they all headbutt it. All the cats are healthy. Any advice to help her get some sleep? GINA MCFEETERS, Newtownards, Co. Down Sean says: My first suggestion is to limit their access to her bedroom and door. That could be by locking the kitchen door at night, or any other doors in between. Let's not just think about preventing such behaviour, but about what's motivating it. It could be boredom, or a routine to get outdoors early. Another solution is a cat flap so they can come and go as they please from kitchen to garden, or into an outdoor cat aviary, or 'catio'. Q) AS the weather gets hotter, should I shield my rabbits from the sun? Fluffy and Whiskers love basking in it. They have their hutch for shade but should I give them additional shade too? They have a run at the end of the garden, which is secure, and they freeflow during the day. But I put them into their hutch at night in case of foxes. SARAH CASTLE, Bridgwater, Somerset Sean says: I often watch wild rabbits soaking up the sun. It's natural because, despite being in Britain for thousands of years, rabbits are not native. They are native to the sunny Iberian peninsula, Spain and Portugal. As long as they have plenty of shade, clean water and food, you can let them decide for themselves when to get out of the sun. Q) MILO, my one-year-old rescue Labrador, chases his tail constantly. Is this just playfulness or is it a sign of stress? LIZ CARTER, Newcastle upon Tyne Sean says: It's something I can see a young Labrador doing, but more so out of boredom rather than stress. Tail-chasing can become compulsive, sometimes leading to problems. Dogs can use it to release endorphins, and become so obsessive about it that they bite their tail, causing physical damage. I'd ask if Milo is getting enough exercise, company and stimulation. I'd encourage a behavioural modification programme be put in place with the help of an animal behaviourist. Star of the week 4 Tia was abandoned but is growing her trust in humans again, and is our Star of the Week Credit: Supplied SWEET natured Tia was found abandoned, starving and losing her fur, but now she is learning to trust again. Birmingham Dogs Home saved the two-year-old Malinois on March 9, as Crufts Best In Show was broadcast, highlighting the stark contrast in how people care for their dogs. Fundraising Manager Rachel Frost said: 'I wish this was an isolated case but, unfortunately, we are seeing a heartbreaking rise in welfare cases this year – dogs neglected, discarded and suffering through no fault of their own.' She added: 'Tia is learning how to trust – treats really help her to feel a little braver.' See all the dogs that needing rehoming at WIN: Five £50 vouchers for Jollyes TO celebrate Jollyes' 'Big Cat Takeover' – where the pet store will be filled with cat essentials at great prices – we are giving away five £50 vouchers to spend there. Jollyes has more than 110 stores nationwide, selling pet food, treats, toys and more. To enter, send an email headed JOLLYES to sundaypets@ by May 25. See T&Cs apply. Gen Z love their dogs more than their family 4 83 per cent of Gen Z respondents to a poll claim they love their dogs more than their family Credit: Getty DOGS really are our best friends, with 83 per cent of Gen Z and 73 per cent of millennials saying they love their pet more than family. The study by pet marketplace Pets4Homes also revealed that more than 80 per cent of 13 to 28-year-olds regard themselves as parents to their pets. It's a big cultural shift as only 25 per cent of baby boomers, born before 1964, reckon their animal is equal to a family member. Pets4Homes CEO Axel Lagercrantz said: 'Many pet owners rely on their pets for comfort in times of stress. 'This became even more apparent during the pandemic when there was a surge in pet adoption.' A study by Kent University economics experts agrees. Their research even puts a price on pets' impact on our wellbeing, estimating our cats and dogs to be worth up to £70,000 a year. Dr Adelina Gschwandtner, who carried out the study, says: 'This answers the question whether, overall, pet companions are good for us with a resounding yes. "Pets care for us and there is a significant monetary value associated with their companionship.' But Axel sounds a note of warning: 'It's important to remember that humans are complex and pets are unable to provide the emotional support we sometimes crave.'
Irish Examiner
09-05-2025
- Irish Examiner
'We are lost for words': Tuam survivor raises money to buy home in case missing son returns
A 94-year-old survivor of the Tuam mother and baby home will be able to buy her Galway council home to leave to her son after her story made international headlines, helping to raise €70,000. Last month, Christine 'Chrissie' Tully from Loughrea, Co Galway, told the Irish Examiner she lived in fear she would die without ever meeting her missing son Michael. The infant was immediately taken from Chrissie after she gave birth. She was told he had died, but she never got to see his grave and fears he may have been adopted to the US. Chrissie, who never married and lives alone in her two-bedroomed council house said: 'What if I die and he is alive and comes looking for me? I will have nothing for him." In a desperate bid to leave Michael her home, she launched a GoFundMe campaign with the hope of raising €50,000 — the valuation of the property given to her by Galway County Council. Her story, was picked up by the New York Times earlier this week, and since then almost €70,000 has been raised. Chrissie Tully with her son Patrick Naughton. Her second son Patrick Naughton, who lives in the UK with his family and was reunited with his mother a decade ago following his forced adoption, said his mother was 'shocked to the core'. 'She can't believe it' he said. 'Chrissie is in utter shock. To think people really cared so much for my poor mother Chrissie, the story has really touched people's lives". One very kind and generous woman from California got in touch and donated €50,000 — she told me she had read Chrissie's story and that she had no family herself and that this was a good cause. "It is just unbelievable. We are lost for words. This is a woman who had two babies taken off her and had no support. 'Chrissie is getting older now and lives in fear that Michael could be alive, we just don't know. If he ever did come back and is alive, the house in Loughrea will be there for him with all my mother's simple possessions'. The donations have come just a month before the exhumation of the Tuam babies mass grave is due to begin. Up to 796 children from the former mother and baby home died during its operation from 1925 to 1961 and are believed to be buried in a septic tank. Patrick said his mother lives with two gut wrenching dilemmas: 'Michael is either in that awful pit with hundreds of others, or he was forcibly adopted like others. Imagine living your whole life carrying that burden.'
