YOUR STARS

VIRGO

23 AUG – 22 SEPT Your personal year draws to an end and with the promise of new beginnings around the corner it’s an appropriate time for reflection. Try not to be too hard on yourself in the appraisal of your achievements and failures over the past 12 months. Fortunately your planet, Mercury, resumes its forward motion this week, which should be a general pick-me-up as well as make for positive thought processes. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 48, 19, 40, 12, 34, 39

LIBRA

23 SEPT – 22 OCT The spotlight falls on your friends, making it a good time to get in touch with your buddies. Whether you want to spend quality time with your best mate, arrange to meet a few pals for coffee or go on a group excursion, it’s time to catch up. It’s also a great time to make new friends, so perhaps join associations or clubs where you may meet kindred souls. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 28, 30, 52, 9, 50, 45

SCORPIO

23 OCT – 21 NOV Mercury changes gears and starts its forward motion in your professional horoscope this week, which could change things for the better in this area of your life. You can expect appointments to be kept, travel plans to go according to schedule and technological devices to function without fail. Communication should also flow well this week. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 6, 37, 13, 36, 39, 9

SAGITTARIUS

22 NOV – 20 DEC Mercury, lord of travel, makes a turn for the better this week, which should be great news for a Sagittarius with itchy feet. It’s an opportune time to spread your wings and explore the world, whether you want to travel locally or abroad. Seeing different places and meeting new people will be stimulating and could provide several opportunities. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 7, 4, 21, 51, 33, 38

CAPRICORN

21 DEC – 20 JAN As a Capricorn, you’re probably on the ball as far as money is concerned and likely to have your finances under control. Nevertheless, resources held jointly, either with a life or business partner, is highlighted this week. It’s a good time for you both to review and develop your assets and consider your long-term goals when making investment decisions. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 50, 31, 43, 35, 5, 40

AQUARIUS

21 JAN – 18 FEB If misunderstandings created ructions in your love-life of late, you’ll be relieved to hear that communicating Mercury is making a change for the better in this area. You can probably look forward to an exchange of great ideas and a few mindblowing conversations with your partner, so try to give consideration to their ideas and beliefs. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 42, 16, 27, 21, 13, 51

PISCES

19 FEB – 20 MARCH If matters at the workplace haven’t gone according to plan of late, you’ll be happy to hear that techno glitches, schedule changes and misunderstandings should now be a thing of the past. Without hindrances you can make huge progress, so put in an effort and stay focussed. It’s a beneficial time to attend work-related workshops and seminars. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 25, 10, 22, 52, 32, 33

ARIES

21 MARCH – 19 APRIL Leisure and pleasure takes precedence this week, so put work and obligations on the back-burner and take time out. Whether you want to go on a holiday or indulge in your hobbies or sporting activities, it’s time to let your hair down. Let the creative genius within come out to play. Why not enrol for art classes, jewellery making or music lessons? YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 23, 24, 2, 17, 35, 7

TAURUS

20 APRIL – 20 MAY It’s a week in which you’ll probably be happy to spend your leisure hours in the comfort of your home. Whether you want to prepare a feast for your family or chill out on the couch with a book, home is your haven. The vibe should be tranquil – good news if the peace and quiet were recently marred by misunderstandings and domestic glitches. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 14, 47, 46, 19, 22, 31

GEMINI

21 MAY – 20 JUNE Your planet, Mercury, starts to move forward this week, which should have a positive impact on many areas of your life. You can expect good communication, crucial for a Gemini who relies on their gift of the gab. The spoken and written word seem to be the key to unlocking possibilities this week. Try to use your talents to your advantage. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 20, 15, 1, 49, 50, 32

CANCER

21 JUNE – 21 JULY Mercury, master of commerce, moves forward again in your financial horoscope this week – great news for money matters. It’s time to make your money work for you, whether through a savings account, an investment or a business deal. Do some financial planning, whether to buy a home, secure your children’s education or as a retirement nest egg. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 44, 26, 29, 41, 17, 1