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24th January 2025

PM Edition

‘Chill out’: PM’s Oz Day swipe against Dutton

Anthony Albanese has used his first major speech of the election year to take a swipe at Peter Dutton on a number of topics, including Australia Day.

More pubs shun Australia Day … now it’s just the ‘long weekend’

Another big hospitality group is snubbing Australia Day, renaming it the “January long weekend” with no reference to the public holiday it revolves around.

‘Be respectful’: Ugly scenes as Djoker booed off court

Alexander has leapt to the defence of Novak Djokovic after the champion was booed off Rod Laver Arena when he retired hurt in the Australian Open semi-final. FOLLOW LIVE

Insane footage from Fiji flight leaked

Disturbing video has emerged of an irate Australian passenger being gagged by duct tape on a flight in to Fiji. WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT

Fizzer: Minns steps in, stops ban on popular mixed drinks

NSW’s teetotaling Premier has stepped in to stop any more regulation on alcoholic versions of popular soft-drinks, as the booze category explodes in popularity.

Popular Sydney harbourside bar to close after long weekend

After opening 20 years ago, a popular Sydney Harbourside bar will open its doors for the last time on the Australia Day long weekend.

Ex-NSW Ambulance boss Peter Payne cleared of sexually touching child

A former high-ranking figure of the NSW Ambulance has been acquitted for child sexual touching charges despite the complainant being described in court as “articulate and intellige...

Get shucked: Cops crack down on oyster thefts

Police under Strike Force Trident have dived into an operation targeting South Coast oyster thefts, and won’t come up for air until the mollusc marauders are caught.

Confirmed: Hayne to make return to rugby league field

Jarryd Hayne hasn’t been spotted on a footy field since 2018 but the two-time Dally M Medal will make his playing return on the Gold Coast this weekend.

Second man charged over Newtown Synagogue attack

Police have charged a second man in relation to the alleged attempt to set a Newtown Synagogue alight earlier this month.

Vandals’ paint attack on Sydney Captain Cook statue

A statue of Captain Cook in Sydney’s east has been vandalised for the second year with red paint splashed on the figure and parts of its face and hand destroyed.

JFK’s grandson slams Trump after President stuns world leaders

John F. Kennedy Jr’s grandson has unleashed on President Donald Trump after he stunned business leaders at the World Economic Forum with new threats. Follow updates.

More pubs shun Australia Day … now it’s just the ‘long weekend’

Another big hospitality group is snubbing Australia Day, renaming it the “January long weekend” with no reference to the public holiday it revolves around.

‘Chill out’: PM’s Oz Day swipe against Dutton

Anthony Albanese has used his first major speech of the election year to take a swipe at Peter Dutton on a number of topics, including Australia Day.

Why Alex Cullen had to leave Nine

Channel 9 presenter Alex Cullen’s decision to play into a promotion by billionaire Adrian Portelli during a live broadcast was a terrible look for the network. Everything comes at ...

Terrified students dragged from their beds by masked intruders

Four young Chinese students endured a terrifying ordeal as masked intruders armed with guns and knives stormed their Carlingford home, tying them up and demanding money.

‘Most inappropriate’: Dutton slams Wong trip

The Opposition Leader has taken aim at the decision for Foreign Minister Penny Wong to lead Australia’s delegation to the commemoration of Auschwitz.

Man charged with sending offensive emails to NSW MP

An elderly man will face court charged with sending offensive emails to a NSW state MP. It is the second time in less than a year someone has been accused of harassing the politici...

Thorpe blasts Dutton as QUT 'anti racism' event turns ugly

A Qld university has been slammed after hosting a conference which was marred with anti-Semitism claims, Peter Dutton being accused of politicising the Jewish community and an atta...

Tributes flow for ‘courageous’ brother of slain young mum

Tributes are flowing for the “stoic and courageous” brother of murdered Newcastle mum Danielle Easey – found wrapped in plastic and dumped in a creek – after his unexpected death. ...

‘Doesn’t make sense’: Bar tsar slams booze tax hike

With taxes on spirits and beer to increase under a six-monthly tax hike tied to inflation, the founder of one of the best bars in the world has called for booze taxes to be “drasti...

Horror numbers expose Dragons’ forward crisis amid likely Molo exit

The dire state of St George Illawarra’s forward stocks have been laid bare amid revelations Francis Molo wants out of the club. And stats show just how bad things look if they lose...

The 5-minute test you can do now to check your hearing

Are you often needing to ask people to repeat things? You should be getting a yearly check up, but you can take this online test now for your hearing.

‘Don’t be an arrogant d**k’: Rafter’s view of Australia

We talk about the tall poppy syndrome, but I don’t necessarily agree with that. If I could sum up what our attitude is, it’s this: don’t be an arrogant d**k, write Pat Rafter.

Have your say: what is the greatest Australian song?

The Flamin’ 100 list is our experts’ favourite Aussie songs of all time. Which tracks should have been higher and have we missed your banger?

Car move driving Aussies to the brink

Today’s high tech cars are supposed to make driving much easier and much more stress free. So why are they pushing Aussie motorists to the brink?

‘Bloody big for a pussy cat’: Panthers on iconic Aussie road?

A woman claims to have captured on film this week “one of the legendary Great Ocean Road big black cats”, before sighting another possible panther soon after. See the video and pho...

Co-workers savage nickname for Meghan Markle

The secret nickname Meghan Markle’s Spotify co-workers used to warn each other that she was either arriving or on the warpath has been revealed.

Why this pregnancy condition has increased 70 per cent

More pregnant women are being diagnosed with this serious condition which can lead to complications and bigger babies.

‘I would cry all day, I was broken inside’: Steph Rice’s secret battle

In her first interview since her life took a dramatic turn 12 months ago, Stephanie Rice, now a Christian, married and living in Dubai, reveals how she found happiness after h...

‘Entire suburbs hit at once’: Why these signs are infuriating

Illegal signs are popping up across the city as fast as councils can take them down – so what’s the story behind them?

Have your say: Australia’s top 25 cars

Is the Holden Commodore or Ford Falcon Australia’s greatest car? Or could it be the Toyota LandCruiser?

Entire town for sale at price of a house

An entire town has gone viral after hitting the market at the same price as a house – and it promises adventure off cycling trails, hiking, fishing and skiing.

‘Absurd’: Megyn Kelly rips into Blake Lively

Conservative commentator Megyn Kelly says she believes Blake Lively “less than ever” over her harassment claim against co-star Justin Baldoni after the release of raw footage. Watc...

Michelle Yeoh: From Moomba monarch to Oscars queen

As she embraces her dark side in her latest Hollywood role, Michelle Yeoh reflects on her trailblazing journey from Aussie beauty queen to the Oscars.

‘Personal AI concierge’: Next level phone launched

Samsung has teamed up with Google to transform your phone into a ‘human-like’ AI powered agent to help you with everyday tasks. And it has even joined forces with Crocs for some bl...

Guy Pearce gets first ever Oscars nod, Kidman in shock snub

Geelong’s favourite son, Guy Pearce, has been nominated for his first Academy Award but Nicole Kidman failed to get a nomination. See full list of contenders.

‘A heavy guilt’: How Poh found her place in Aussie sun

It wasn’t easy for MasterChef’s Poh Ling Yeow to migrate to Australia. Now, she reveals why she has no regrets.

650 jobs to go as iconic Aussie brand axed

An iconic Aussie clothing brand is closing its stores after a buyer was unable to be found for the chain, with hundreds to lose their jobs.

Tea mounts challenge to coffee’s crown

With cracks in coffee’s pricing power, tea is stepping into the cafe spotlight, ready to spill its leaves and challenge coffee’s dominance,

One question the Fox sisters can’t stop asking as focus shifts to LA

Jessica and Noemie Fox hit home waters for the first time since their Paris Olympic success after months of celebrations, honours, new opportunities and one very interesting conver...

Revealed: Experts spill the study secrets on how to ace school

Not all study is good study according to two education experts and two students who just aced their year 12 studies. See what they did to succeed.