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17th December 2024

AM Edition

ATAR angst amid pressure to pick ‘bright’ subjects

There are calls for a rethink of Year 12 results as a new report reveals students are “torn between pursuing their passions, or conforming to the narrative” to optimise their ATAR.

The five words every school leaver needs to hear

They flunked their own HSC exams over a decade ago, but these three have found success later in life. Read their pearls of wisdom for those who haven’t received the ATAR they dream...

But really, what IS an ATAR? HSC for dummies: Your questions answered

To the uninitiated, it’s a sea of acronyms: HSCs, ATARs … IB. To those waiting on their results, they could be your passport into uni. We demystify the HSC/ATAR puzzle.

First pictures: Fiji drink-spiking victims arrive back in Sydney

A mother and her 19-year-old daughter arrived home in Sydney after surviving a terrifying cocktail poisoning ordeal in Fiji. Australian authorities have now taken over the investig...

‘Another Robodebt’ fiasco: ServiceNSW chasing money it never paid

During the pandemic, ServiceNSW was throwing money out the door - but an audit of grant recipients has been targeting people who never applied for or received funding.

‘Unacceptable’: ABC review submitted almost two months late

An independent probe into the ABC’s coverage of Australian soldiers in Afghanistan has been labelled “unacceptable” after its findings were submitted almost two months late.

‘Stability and clarity’: Seibold set for long stint at Sea Eagles

Just a few years ago Anthony Seibold’s coaching career appeared over, but the Manly mentor has completed an incredible comeback after leading the Sea Eagles back from the brink, h...

Next win: Ending the demented climate hoax

Climate activists fear incoming President Donald Trump could chargrill the climate change cash cow. And that’s a good thing, Tim Blair writes.

‘I made it clear’: Judge’s spray over Lisa delay

A judge has lashed out at lawyers for journalist Lisa Wilkinson amid an ongoing dispute over an $1.8m legal bill following Bruce Lehrmann's failed defamation lawsuit.

Day 3 Moments: Secret Starc brilliance helps silence King Kohli

Australia tightened their stranglehold over Virat Kohli – and Mitchell Starc deserved an assist on his scalp on Monday. ROBERT CRADDOCK’s five big moments inside.

‘Amazing’: Teen’s incredible escape after 20-metre Sydney cliff fall

A teenager has had be labelled “very, very lucky” by emergency crews after he fell 20 metres down a cliff in Sydney’s north and got up and walked away before being taken to hospita...

18 gold, 21 records: America’s LA Games Aussie assault erupts

Australia’s swimmers have been put on notice – and then some. Ahead of the LA Games, the Americans have signalled their Aussie assault by breaking a stunning 21 world records.

Sydneysiders set to be stranded on NYE

Travel to Sydney’s famous New Year’s Eve celebrations is set to be disrupted with the rail union voting to take fresh strike action from December 28.

Desperate search for girl missing for 7 weeks

Police have ramped up their search for a young girl who was reported missing almost seven weeks ago – sparking a desperate public appeal.

Cult burger restaurant’s shock closure

A cult burger bar which has operated for years in western Sydney has made a shock announcement.

Would’ve made the top 8: Luai’s bold claim to Wests Tigers officials

Jarome Luai believes he can be as influential a signing at the Tigers as 2005 premiership-winning halfback Scott Prince. Hear from Concord’s new marquee man as he talks expectation...

‘P***ed her off’: Billie Eilish hit by flying object during show

Billie Eilish is the latest star to be hit by an object while performing on stage, sparking widespread outrage. Watch video.

Red Hill return: What next for Broncos star Mam after guilty plea

As Ezra Mam prepares to put his court saga behind him by reaching out to the three people involved in the two-car crash, the playmaker has been gearing up for a return to Broncos t...

Minister unleashes: Kids shouldn’t be watching porn before first kiss

A senior federal minister has spoken about how kids’ use of social media can give them a warped view on sex.

Chinese ‘spy’ and ‘close confidante’ of Prince Andrew unmasked

The identity of a suspected Chinese spy who was friends with Prince Andrew has been revealed after a judge lifted an anonymity ban.

AFLW Draft recap: See every pick, analysis on historic night

It was the first truly national AFLW Draft and it did not disappoint. Check out every pick and get all the analysis from our experts here.

‘Kebab-alogue’: TikTok star’s mission to rate Sydney kebabs

By day, Oktay Sahin is a banking risk analyst. By night, he’s a TikTok star on a mission to rate every kebab store in Sydney. His goal: “Make kebabs great again.”

Robbie Waterhouse’s big win on bet claims

One of Australia’s best-known bookies has beaten claims from the gambling regulator he induced a punter to keep placing bets after receiving a request to cancel his account.

Get recipes with the Daily Telegraph app

The Daily Telegraph app gives you a front row seat to the news as it happens every day. Here’s why you should download today.

Lolly brand brings back iconic treat

Allen’s has caved to pressure from super fans and brought back one of its most requested lollies now available in their own bag.

What day of the week is New Year’s Eve this year?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

Online supplements warning as woman sues for $1m

A Gold Coast woman has sued a local business for close to $1m after she clams she was poisoned by a natural supplement in 2021.

Historic first for Aussie space industry

An Australian company has been given first-of-its-kind approval to launch a rocket out of a small Queensland town.

Major blow for home buyers in 2025

Those planning to buy their first home or upgrade next year will face an extra challenge on top of higher rates after another turn in the housing market.

Christmas shutdown: When you will get your Centrelink pay

Like many businesses over the holiday period, Services Australia will shut down over Christmas and New Year. Here is how it will affect Centrelink allowance and pension recipients.

Pictures of the year: The photographs that defined 2024

Let’s take a look back at the pictures that defined the year.

‘Betrayed Queen’: Meghan, Harry threat over Trump

New information that Harry and Meghan had made a bold threat over elected-President Donald Trump has emerged after he said he did not support them.

Dark side to this Aussie Xmas shopping trend

I’m about to pop your festival bauble with a few un-festive facts, writes Amanda Blair.

How this little green sticker could save your life

You just need to know when to use them.

‘Felt as though I had a thousand drinks’: Fiji tourist’s iced tea hell

A holidaymaker has described getting sick after drinking iced teas at the luxury Fiji resort at the centre of a suspected alcohol poisoning incident, as two Australian victims arri...

Ray of sunshine: Meet Australia’s first clouded leopard cub

Mirri - an Aboriginal word representing ‘the sun’ - is a fitting name for the first clouded leopard to be born in Australia and one of less than 10,000 of her kind left...

Why getting a good night’s sleep is crucial if you have high blood pressure

People with high blood pressure are at an increased risk of getting dementia — especially if they don’t get a certain amount of sleep each night, it’s now been revealed.

Auto robot coming for Aussie jobs

This bold project aims to take ‘dull, dirty, difficult or dangerous’ jobs from Aussie drivers.

$1bn record reveals insane Aussie trend

It hasn’t been a year for the faint-hearted when it comes to the most expensive homes in Australia.

Pocket money: how much is too much?

Three key questions dominate parents’ thinking about pocket money in a world of digital payments and rising living costs.

‘P***ed her off’: Billie Eilish hit by flying object during show

Billie Eilish is the latest star to be hit by an object while performing on stage, sparking widespread outrage. Watch video.

Men, is it time to free the knees in the office this summer?

While it’s standard for men to wear pants in the office, is it time to throw away tradition as a way to beat the heat?

‘I will never get over not seeing my children again’

She was wrapping Christmas gifts for her two young children when told they had died in a horror plane crash. Three years on Catherine Di Blasio is still living a nightmare. WATCH H...

Will ‘90s star Love Hewitt be Down Under for horror reboot?

Jennifer Love Hewitt has officially confirmed her return for the upcoming I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot, sparking speculation on when the star will join filming Down Under...