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25th February 2025

PM Edition

Challenges brewing inside Sydney law firm after high-profile launch

It’s been 12 months since British law firm Pogust Goodhead opened up shop in Sydney and while the initial plan was to launch up to 10 cases within 18 months in Australia, not a sin...

All-rounder Albo bowls them over in backyard cricket test

We can only assume over the fence was six and out as PM Anthony Albanese turned all-rounder, opening the doors of Kirribilli House for a friendly game of backyard cricket.

‘Absolutely’: Molan’s huge call on career

Former Sky News presenter and radio host Erin Molan has provided an update on her big plans for the next stages of her career.

NRL Round 1 teams: Broncos blow as star ruled out

The Broncos have suffered an injury blow on the eve of the NRL season, with a star centre set to miss some time. See all the round one teams news.

Challenges brewing inside Sydney law firm after high-profile launch

It’s been 12 months since British law firm Pogust Goodhead opened up shop in Sydney and while the initial plan was to launch up to 10 cases within 18 months in Australia, not a sin...

Huge cost of ABC’s sacked host case

The ABC has revealed the eye-watering figure the national broadcaster has spent defending an illegal dismissal claim filed by a former presenter.

Vegas Confidential: NRL star’s romantic Sin City wedding proposal

It wasn’t quite a shotgun wedding at the infamous Elvis chapel but Raiders star Xavier Savage pulled off the perfect Las Vegas proposal after months of planning. SEE THE PICTURES

Driver who allegedly killed two on mountain road back in court

A Mid-North Coast butcher charged with negligent and dangerous driving, causing the death of a well known photographer and a passenger has fronted court with a request.

Nine tries to find way out of $100m hole

Nine Entertainment says it will try to save $100m in costs over the next two years, and there will be further restructuring of the business.

Chalmers in critical US tariffs talks

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is in Washington DC for talks with the US President’s top economic advisers to press the case for Australia to dodge Trump’s tariffs.

Wiretaps, witness protection and man found bashed in kiddie pool

A man has been sentenced after a police phone tap exposed a chilling kidnapping plot just in time to save a victim from a potential “hot shot” execution and bush burial after he wa...

First mates: Burke invited Labor buddies to citizenship bonanza

Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg was invited to attend the Olympic Park ceremonies … nine days after local mayors received their invitations.

US Coastguard was monitoring Chinese warships on its way to Sydney

US delegates on US Coast Guard ship say they were aware of the fleet of Chinese warships off the NSW coast while on its recent voyage to Sydney but said they had no encounters.

Bank boss makes huge cash call

Commonwealth Bank boss Matt Comyn has backed cash, saying his bank will provide it to customers even as customers preferences change.

How inflatable bat, elevator alarm exposed brawling Raiders

There are 5000 cameras in Resorts World in Las Vegas and just one where two Raiders players brawled. So what alerted security to the fight behind closed elevator doors? This is how...

Mega hospital ‘full steam ahead’ despite $70m budget blowout

Video: A major regional hospital is rising on the South Coast with construction “full steam ahead”, despite a last minute cost blowout in the millions Premier Minns hoped “would be...

Ex-NRL star ‘ashamed’ of ‘disgusting’ act

The former NRL young gun wishes he could “turn back time” after the “appalling” incident in the pokies room of a pub last year.

Wilkinson’s cheeky post after $1m call

Lisa Wilkinson declared it “celebration day” in an Instagram post a day after Ten were ordered to pay legal costs associated with Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation lawsuit.

Bombshell details in Chinese warships saga

Bombshell details about Chinese warships were conducting live fire drills off Australia’s east coast has been revealed.

‘Unusual’: Dutton’s share trading exposed

The opposition leader’s personal trades during the global financial crisis have raised eyebrows after he bought lucrative bank shares at rock-bottom prices.

‘Power play’: How Trump stunned Macron with bizarre handshake

A leading Australian body expert has revealed who won the battle of the wills between Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron after their intense exchange. See the video.

Kayla’s wild rant sparks Bikini Body revolt

Her Bikini Body Guide made Kayla Itsines millions of fans and dollars. But years after it was renamed, a rant from the influencer has resulted in it coming under fire again. Find o...

Drake’s Aussie tour in doubt as cancellation rumours grow

Drake’s remaining Australian and New Zealand tour dates are reportedly under threat.

Old time habit the supermarkets are sleeping on

Apparently Australia’s retailers aren’t on the same page as people like me, writes Peter Goers.

Bert Newton’s grandson smashes Olympian’s swim records

His grandfather won Gold Logies, his dad won Olympic medals, now this Melbourne schoolboy is making a splash as he continues his quest to the Australian swim team.

Backlash over small detail on pub’s receipt: ‘It’s bulls**t’

An Aussie pub giant has left a diner fuming over a small detail on their receipt, but there are many defending the venue. HAVE YOUR SAY

Wilkinson’s cheeky post after $1m call

Lisa Wilkinson declared it “celebration day” in an Instagram post a day after Ten were ordered to pay legal costs associated with Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation lawsuit.

Meghan embroiled in new copycat row over TV series

Meghan Markle has been accused of copying Hollywood icon Pamela Anderson in the latest setback for her new lifestyle venture.

‘Cleaning my daughter’s drink bottle landed me in hospital’

A Newcastle mum thought she was doing the right thing by sterilising her daughter’s new drink bottle for school - but tragically, she will never make the same mistake again.

‘Selfish’ mistake Gen X mums keep making

We seem to have this unrealistic expectation of how our girls should be interacting with us, writes Robyn Ingerson.

I went from nothing to a property tycoon with a $22m mansion

A Brisbane real estate mogul whose portfolio who includes an incredible mansion has shared his secrets to success, and they’re something you can do.

Flying camera launches from the palm of your hand

Critics have dubbed it the Flop, but we reckon this drone is one of the best gadgets we’ve reviewed in years. SEE THE PICS, VIDEOS

Why we buried a sausage the night before our wedding

An Aussie couple has revealed why they buried a sausage in their backyard the night before their stunning Gold Coast hinterland wedding.

Hackers air fake AI video of Trump kissing Musk’s feet

Video of Donald Trump kissing “real king” Elon Musk’s feet has been played on screens throughout a federal US department, after the tech billionaire delivered a jobs ultimatum via ...

‘Bulldozer’ ScoMo $3.5m richer in cashed-up retirement

Ex PM Scott Morrison has made a shock move that could leave him with millions of dollars in wealth following his retirement.

Aus Tesla owners in wild move to sue Musk

Tesla owners have stunned the Australian motoring industry with a move against Elon Musk’s company.

Almost half of Aussie kids bullied at school

A national survey of parents has uncovered sky-high rates of bullying – and heaped pressure on governments to take a national approach to tackle the harmful behaviour.

Bringing down a pedo: ‘Mummy I’ve got something to tell you’

A NSW mum has opened up about the moment her five-year-old told her she was being sexually assaulted by a family friend. Listen to the podcast. Warning: Distressing content

I lost 15kg by cutting out this one thing

I made a lifestyle change to help my mental health. What I didn’t anticipate was significant weight loss.

‘You’ve already made history’: First Aussie rocket ready to launch

The first Australian-designed and built rocket could take off from North Queensland in weeks — so long as a pesky cyclone doesn’t hit.

After 100 years, motels are having a moment

It’s 100 years since the first motor-hotel opened in the US. Now, motels are winning over a new generation of travellers with glam renos.