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Johanna Cosgrove

Johanna Cosgrove

The Guardian

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It pays to be generous: there’s nothing more embarrassing than being bank-transferred the price of a coffee

It pays to be generous: there’s nothing more embarrassing than being bank-transferred the price of a coffee

Like many women in their 30s, one of my true joys is meeting a friend for a beverage. However, after catching up for a green juice (healthy) with a...

25.09.2026 30

The Guardian

Johanna Cosgrove

It’s time for all of us to get a grip and stop flaking on friends for no good reason

It’s a Thursday night. You are sitting on the couch (the TV is on or you could be reading a book but most likely you are doom-scrolling). You know...

28.08.2026 30

The Guardian

Johanna Cosgrove

Fleeing New Zealand to live in Australia? I’m right there with you, Jacinda

I got the news that Aotearoa’s most (internationally) famous prime minister is moving to Sydney in a way that is only possible in New Zealand. I was...

27.02.2026 30

The Guardian

Johanna cosgrove