It published Australian editions of magazines Better Homes and Gardens and Family Circle.
Matt Handbury, a nephew of Rupert Murdoch, ran the company from 1987 and in 1989 launched New Woman.
Over the years the company grew and became a very well-respected, albeit small player, in the highly competitive magazine market, and regarding securing its share of the advertising dollar, "punched well above its weight".
Marie Claire Lifestyle lasted longer but ultimately was closed as well.
Imprints include Pier 9 Books, which features titles in the fields of fiction, memoir, biography and history.