Joanne Madeline Moore .Astrology
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Your horoscopes for the week 19 October to 25 October, 2026
Aries – March 21 to April 20
It’s time for rambunctious Rams to slow down! Relationship planet Venus is currently retrograde and Mercury begins reversing through your secrets and joint finances zone on Saturday. So pace yourself, think things through, keep your lips zipped and be very clear when making financial transactions and communicating with others. As actress/writer (and birthday great) Carrie Fisher wisely observed, “Sometimes the tide’s in, and sometimes it’s out.”
Taurus – April 21 to May 21
Venus and Mercury reverse through your relationship zone and Pluto squares Venus (your ruling planet). Which could reactivate a problem, as an unresolved issue returns. The worst way to deal with it? With a stubborn attitude and an unforgiving heart. The best way to handle it? With plenty of patience and diplomacy! Heed the wise words of birthday great, actress Carrie Fisher “Resentment is like drinking poison and waiting for the other person to die.”
Gemini – May 22 to June 21
Mercury slows down and then turns retrograde on Saturday. It’s the planet of clear thinking, communication (talking, texting and writing), travel, commuting, commerce, computers, media and the internet. So it’s not a good week to gossip; sign contracts; start a job or business; buy a phone, computer or car; launch a website; install new software; go on an important business trip or embark on a big holiday. Instead, be patient and wait until after November 14.
Cancer – June 22 to July 23
There’s a Venus/Pluto square on Tuesday, when you may feel moody, power-hungry and misunderstood. Venus (planet of relationships) is currently retrograde, and then Mercury (planet of communication) slows down and turns retro on Saturday. So expect a rather chaotic and confusing week (especially involving children, teenagers and/or friends). An old secret could also be unearthed. Which raises the dilemma … should you stay quiet or finally spill the beans?
Leo – July 24 to August 23
This week Venus – and then Mercury – reverse through your home zone. So expect some domestic disruptions (like plumbing problems or appliances breaking down) and/or family friction (like arguments and misunderstandings). But you can still have an enjoyable week, as Jupiter continues its journey through Leo, and the Sun (your ruler) makes a positive aspect to Venus. Charm, deft diplomacy and clear communication will get you through.
Virgo – August 24 to September 23
Virgos are usually awesome organisers. But with Mercury slowing down and then reversing through your communication zone, your managerial mojo may temporarily desert you. It’s time to recharge your rundown batteries, reboot your self-belief and tap into your inner beauty and zest for life. Be inspired by birthday great, legendary actress Sarah Bernhardt “Life begets life. Energy creates energy. It is by spending oneself that one becomes rich.”
Libra – September 24 to October 23
This week Venus (your ruler) squares Pluto and reverses back into your sign. So you’ll be at your accommodating best – and your ambivalent, procrastinating worst. Do you have to make an important decision? If you spend too long sitting on the fence, then other people will step in, make decisions for you, and leave you feeling powerless. Be inspired by Libran birthday great Tom Petty “In a world that keeps on pushing me around, I’m gonna stand my ground.”
Scorpio – October 24 to November 22
Pluto (your ruling planet) squares Venus on Tuesday and the Sun transits into Scorpio on Friday, which boosts your temperamental streak and control-freak tendencies. You may feel like you’re stuck in a self-sabotaging rut or even going backwards. You’ll find the more stubborn you are, the more challenging the week will be. As comedian (and fellow Scorpion) John Cleese observes “You don’t have to be the Dalai Lama to tell people that life is about change.”
Sagittarius – November 23 to December 21
Are people aware of the substantial amount of work you’re doing behind the scenes Sagittarius? This week Venus – and then Mercury – reverse through your solitude zone. So don’t be disappointed if others aren’t showing their appreciation at the moment. Your efforts will be applauded (and rewarded) further down the track. In the meantime, focus on helping others (family, friends, work colleagues, acquaintances) and spending some quality time on your own.
Capricorn – December 22 to January 20
The Sun, retrograde Venus and retrograde Mercury are all transiting through your career and hopes/wishes zones this week. So you’ll worry about possible work problems, stress over timelines and obsess over delayed dreams. But is that the best way to utilise your precious Capricorn time and talents? As singer/songwriter/musician (and birthday great) Tom Petty wisely observed, “I’ve learned one thing, and that’s to quit worrying about stupid things.”
Aquarius – January 21 to February 19
This week relationship planet Venus – and then communication planet Mercury – reverse through your career zone. So relations with a boss, business partner, colleague, client or customer could be challenging. Do your best to pick your battles carefully and choose your words wisely, plus check all meetings and appointment times thoroughly. The next three weeks is a good time to do things with an ‘re’ in front … revise, rehearse, revisit, rethink and reboot.
Pisces – February 20 to March 20
Are you wearing rose-coloured glasses and living in a Piscean Fantasy Land? This week, Venus – and then Mercury – reverse through your aspirations and education zone. So – over the next few weeks – retrograde Mercury and Venus push you to reflect deeply as you face reality, re-educate your mind, reassess your ambitions and reboot your dreams. Be inspired by birthday great, music legend Tom Petty “I like to be an optimist, but I like to be a realist too.”
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Over the past 20 years, Joanne has written regular columns for CLEO and The Australian Women’s Weekly, and her daily and weekly horoscopes are currently syndicated in 25 newspapers and magazines in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the South Pacific [including The West Australian and The New Zealand Herald]. Her New Year and New Financial Year Horoscopes are also published each year in newspapers around the country [including the Melbourne Herald Sun and the Sydney Daily Telegraph]. In May 2019, Ms Moore appeared in The Huffington Post.
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