A mistaken hose spray became the beginning of a 70-year marriage

Noel and Rhonda Boschert celebrated 70 years of marriage, having met around 1954 when Noel accidentally sprayed her with a garden hose.

Why it mattersTheir 70-year marriage shows that real partnerships can survive chance meetings, separations, illness and age.

AustraliaTwo Bendigo residents show what a 70-year partnership looks like in modern Australia, where many marriages are shorter.

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Mystery campaign hints at Radiohead's first Australian tour since 2012

Cards emblazoned with "2027 Radiohead" have been found in stores across Melbourne, Perth and Sydney this week, leading fans to believe the band is teasing an upcoming Australian tour.

Why it mattersRadiohead last toured Australia almost 14 years ago and tickets sold out within minutes. A return tour would be a major event for fans who have waited more than a decade to see the influential English band live.