‘My world came crashing down’: fashion legend Christine Barro’s grief amid the glamour

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 24, 2026

As the owner of one of Australia’s most exclusive boutiques, the 77-year-old rubbed shoulders with some of the world’s top designers.

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Ski Safari Exclusively Introduces Up and Coming Powder Paradise Oppdal in Norway for Winter 2026/27

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Niagara Parks Reimagining Iconic Niagara Falls Attraction

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When asked to brush our teeth as best as we can, most fail

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