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Modern etiquette: Whose family do we commit to for Christmas?
Splitting Christmas Day between families can be a little bit tricky when both are living in different cities.
Modern etiquette: When is a kiss on the cheek okay?
I'm so confused at how to greet people. A handshake, a hug, one kiss, or two?
Do I have to pick up my dog's poo?
Isn't that more environmentally friendly to leave it than putting it in a bag and letting it go into a landfill?
Modern etiquette: Escalator dos and don'ts
Can I ask the receptionist at my office to tone it down on the perfume? I sit near her and it reeks all day long.
Modern etiquette: What do I do with the ring from my first marriage?
I've still got my wedding ring from my first marriage and have since remarried. What should I do with it?
Can I pinch my neighbour's lemons?
My neighbour has a huge lemon tree in their garden. They never use the fruit. Is it acceptable for me to grab a few without telling them?
I used Ashley Madison, now what?
If you've ever used it - or you're worried your spouse might have - read on for our advice on dealing with this most intimate of criminal hacks.
Modern Etiquette: What happens if I rip a dress trying it on?
"I accidentally snagged a dress when I tried it on in a store. Is it acceptable to ask for a discount? Do I mention that I was the one who tore it?"
Modern etiquette: I can't afford to buy a house. What are my options?
"My wife and I have $100,000 in savings, but can't afford to buy our first house. We are sick of spending $400 a week in rent. What are our options?"
Modern etiquette: How do I tell a workmate she's inappropriately dressed?
"Enforce the implicit of office dress codes and the importance of not giving superiors any reason not to take her seriously."
How do I refuse a handshake?
I hate shaking people's hands. Is it bad form to refuse? - No Joy for Germs, Tauranga.
Can I tell my hairdresser to shut-up?
"I really like the way my hairdresser does my hair, but she insists on chatting the whole time. I don't want to chat. How do I tell her to pipe down?"
Modern etiquette: Is my nose job a disgrace to feminism?
I consider myself a feminist, but I want to get a nose job. Am I letting down the sisterhood?
Modern etiquette: How do I decline Facebook friend requests?
What happens if I run into the person in real life? Lee Suckling tackles your modern day dilemmas.
Can you use the toilet at an open home?
Two-storey house open homes are the easiest, because you can go for the second loo rather than the one in the main bathroom, writes Lee Suckling.
Modern etiquette: I'm only attracted to white guys. Am I racist?
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
Modern etiquette: I can't keep paying for my boyfriend's food
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
Modern etiquette: How can I stop my boyfriend from smoking?
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
The rules around transgender
In light of the fabulous Vanity Fair cover introducing Caitlyn Jenner, we address some of the key etiquette questions around trans people.
10 rules of good wedding behaviour
In light of the appalling wedding behaviour that will do the social media rounds for days to come, here are ten specific etiquette rules to attending a wedding.
Modern etiquette: Should I stop my boyfriend going to strip clubs?
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
Modern etiquette: Can I tell a friend they're fat?
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
Modern Etiquette: How do I befriend gay people?
Even though a diverse friendship group is your goal, you need to let people know you’re genuine, not just looking for a GBF (gay best friend).
Know when it's time to quit
We're not supposed to quit. Our mothers and fathers told us to persevere, to push through the hardship, to never give up because we would regret it later.
Modern Etiquette: What's the deal with thank you cards?
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
My boyfriend collects teddies
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.
Modern Etiquette: I hate my dog - what should I do?
Life and Style columnist Lee Suckling tackles your modern etiquette and ethical predicaments, one reader-submitted query at a time.