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19th February 2025

PM Edition

Accusations fly in fiery train chaos battle

A lawyer for the rail unions has accused the NSW government of issuing “lockout notices” to engineer travel chaos in order to undermine industrial action.

Teacher, 43, allegedly drugged teen boy before sex assault

A school teacher has been refused bail as he faces a raft of child sex charges, including allegedly drugging and raping a teen, and possessing child abuse material.

Collapsed home builder in liquidation

A popular Central Coast building company that went into administration owing millions to creditors – and with numerous unfinished projects – will be wound up.

Wests Tigers veteran set for immediate switch to NRL rival

David Klemmer is set to join his fourth NRL club with immediate effect, with the former Test and State of Origin star poised to leave Wests Tigers after being left out of the club’...

Man who threatened to ‘bury’ Higgins jailed

The man who used Instagram to threaten to kill Brittany Higgins, her partner and their dog has been jailed, with his vile messages being revealed in court.

Bullets fly in street as suspected gang hit caught on CCTV

Scary vision has emerged of the moment three men were forced to duck for cover as bullets flew on the streets of Sydney’s south in a suspected organised crime linked shooting.

Massage therapist allegedly raped client in shopping centre clinic

A massage therapist allegedly raped a female client during a session at a clinic inside a busy Sydney shopping centre. See what happened in court.

Boy charged with assaulting two bus drivers in one day

A teenage boy has been charged with bashing two bus drivers in separate incidents on the same day – including one where passengers were forced to get off the service before an assa...

Mum perished trying to save Aurora, 6, from horrific inferno

A neighbour has remembered her close friend Veronica Carmady as a loving mother who died attempting to save her daughter Aurora from an inferno that ripped through their south west...

Furious Drake busted in Sydney hotel room

Footage shows rapper Drake’s furious response as a drone films his Sydney hotel room – but some fans think the whole thing is a set-up.

Elderly woman pulled from under car

An elderly woman has been flown to hospital after being pulled from underneath a car in the Blue Mountains.

PM bats away early election speculation

Despite Australians finally getting a rate cut, the Prime Minister won’t be calling an election this weekend leaving the guessing game for a date to continue.

Lower rates to help city property markets

The Reserve Bank’s rate cut, coupled with a surprise tightening of vacancy rates, should see Australia’s major cities avoid further property price drops.

Man allegedly assaulted after trying to remove ‘anti-Semitic’ stickers

A pensioner who allegedly assaulted a man who was attempting to remove his “anti-Semitic” stickers in Sydney’s east has made a bid for bail. Find out what happened in court.

Named: Man allegedly sexually assaulted girls as young as 2

Sex crime detectives have credited advances in technology for the arrest of a man who allegedly sexually assaulted five children more than a decade ago. See the arrest.

Tears as confronting footage played in court

The family of two young boys killed in a street race crash cried in court as footage of a car smashing into a tree and splitting in two was played.

What Albo said to Trump in ‘warm’ chat

Anthony Albanese has revealed some of what he spoke to Donald Trump about in their “warm” phone call.

New changes needed for Aussies with assistance animals

There is a push for major changes to the way people with disabilities who have assistance animals are treated in Australia — including on flights.

Clive Palmer launches Make Australia Great Again party

The Aussie mining magnate has announced his new political party, the Trumpet of Patriots, promises to “drain the Swamp in Canberra”.

Stars turn on I’m A Celeb in on-air rant

Matty J and wife Laura Byrne have aired their problems with what unfolded behind the scenes of Sunday’s I’m A Celeb finale.

‘When it hits you, it’s like wow’: Irwin’s mental health awakening

Robert Irwin might be known for wrestling crocs and wrangling celebrities in the jungle, but he admits he also wrestles with self doubts and mental health challenges, too.

Mystery fan confides in Kylie with onstage embrace

An unsuspecting audience member had an emotional encounter with Kylie Minogue on stage at her Adelaide show as the pop superstar wowed crowds. Were you the lucky fan?

The painful truth about white men we can no longer escape

Worried about the frightening attitude towards women shown by boys at some schools? We need to understand what’s influencing them.

New changes needed for Aussies with assistance animals

There is a push for major changes to the way people with disabilities who have assistance animals are treated in Australia — including on flights.

Sandwich wars: US food giant to battle Subway with 165 Aus stores

Revived Gold Coast food franchisor Retail Food Group is partnering with a veteran US fast food brand to take on national giant Subway by opening 165 stores across Australia - the f...

‘Most threatening ever’: Odds of space rock hitting Earth up

NASA has just raised the odds of a “city killer” asteroid hitting Earth to the greatest level ever in modern forecasting.

Dad's new fight after grave diagnosis rocks family

The firefighter thought he would be financially covered when his life was derailed by a life-or-death struggle.

Commuter outrage over ‘feral behaviour’ on train

A woman and man have caused outrage after refusing to move their feet off a seat on a NSW train, telling another commuter they were “too comfortable”.

Honda’s wild Nissan ultimatum exposed

The failed merger designed to save Nissan from collapse could be back on but only if the Japanese autogiant meets one huge Honda demand.

What parents can learn from Netflix’s Gabby Petito docuseries

How do we encourage our kids to embrace independence and adventure while ensuring they recognise danger and the reality behind social media’s glossy veneer?

Meghan in copycat drama, drops new photo of Lilibet

Meghan Markle has been dragged into a row over the logo for her new luxury lifestyle brand, as she shares a rare photograph of daughter Lilibet.

I thought only boys have this. But then I got diagnosed too

Natalie was a good student who thought ADHD affected boys who couldn’t sit still. But forgetting appointments and fidgeting led to her discovering she has the condition.

Attempts to refloat whales failing due to wild conditions

Rescuers rushing to save the lives of 90 false killer whales have battled unfavourable conditions, hindering refloating attempts. Here’s what could happen next.

Bride’s raunchy gift as NRL bad boy and MAFS villain tie the knot

It’s been a rocky road to the aisle for this ex-NRL bad boy and a MAFS star. Find out why the couple are more in love than ever.

The one subject you cannot let your high schooler drop

Want to know the key to earning more than $100,000 a year straight out of uni? Here it is.

Winners and surprise losers of rate cut

Homeowners and others will get relief from today’s rate cut but it will also strike a blow to some already struggling sectors.

A better way to stay lean amid weight loss drug warning

Experts reveal why weight loss drugs may not be the answer for Aussies trying to lose kilos, and how they can kick-start their metabolism without them.

Luxe SUV challenges for ’holy grail’

Powerful and efficient, this high-end machine promises to do it all.

Son of a surf gun with Olympic dream making waves in a different sport

It’s a name synonymous with surf life saving but this Next Gen athlete is hoping it’s also on an Olympic start list by the Brisbane 2032 Games - or even LA in 2028 in a different s...

Urgent warning as renters, buyers scammed

Real estate scams are leaving homebuyers without a deposit and renters without a home, but there are ways to keep your money safe. Find out how to spot the red flags.