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1st January 2025

PM Edition

Cricket Australia announces major change for Sydney’s Pink Test

Since partnering with the McGrath Foundation, Sydney’s pink Test has raised more than $22 million to support people suffering from breast cancer. But a major change is coming in 20...

Dangerous NYE trend taking over suburbs sparks warning

Illegally-bought fireworks have left five people injured in separate incidents across Sydney, with mayors calling for a crackdown on the black market sale of the crackers.

Council speaks after AC/DC house demo

Burwood council has issued a statement after the childhood home of AC/DC’s founding members was quietly demolished in recent weeks.

Man charged over alleged ambush named

A man charged over an alleged wild pursuit where officers took gunfire has fronted court – with police alleging in court documents why the 20-year-old was trying to break into a ho...

The biggest court stoushes set to dominate legal circles

Some of Australia’s top lawyers and highest profile identities are due to face off in court cases set to shape the legal landscape in the year ahead.

ScoMo joins Trump’s VIP New Year party

Former PM Scott Morrison has joined US President-elect Donald Trump at his private celebration at Mar-a-Lago. See who else was on the guest list.

Justin Baldoni drops $402m lawsuit over Blake Lively story

Justin Baldoni filed a bombshell $250 million ($A402m) lawsuit against the New York Times after they published a story about Blake Lively’s sexual harassment allegations.

Popstars, rock icons: All the artists who may tour in 2025

Music fans will likely be in for a treat next year as promoters eye a slew of A-listers to play in Australia, with rumours the legendary AC/DC could tour Down Under for the first t...

World’s best NYE fireworks: New York City ball finally drops

The world has welcomed in the new year with celebrations and fireworks after a tumultuous year. See how people around the globe rang in 2025 in photos and video.

Watch: Wild NYE scenes in park before youth stabbed

Video has emerged of chaotic scenes in a Western Sydney park where a teen was stabbed on New Year’s Eve. A man and girl were also slashed in separate altercations in Waterloo overn...

Minns backs bold reform of state’s broken planning act

NSW Premier Chris Minns has backed calls for major bipartisan reform of the state’s complicated and broken planning act which is sending housing approvals backwards.

Homeowner injured after allegedly being run down by own car

A man has suffered horrific head cuts, a broken thumb and severe gravel rash when he was allegedly run over by his own car after he confronted a group of teenagers, who had alleged...

‘Great sadness’: Community mourns as drowning victim identified

Canberra’s Congolese community is mourning the death of a young man who has been identified as the victim of a tragic drowning at one of the capital’s most popular swimming hotspot...

Body found in submerged car in creek after crash

Police have found the body of a Queensland man, who had been missing since Christmas Day, in a partially submerged car following one of two fatal crashes in northern NSW.

Sydney’s NYE revellers still partying as the sun rose

Sydney has roared into 2025 with another stunning fireworks display and celebrations, with some waking up this morning feeling a little worse for wear.

Revealed: Sydney’s new night-life hubs

Sydney’s CBD is no longer the go-to for night-life, with new data showing the areas where night-time spending is booming. Find out the top spots for Sydney’s night-life.

2025 predictions: Winners and losers in the year ahead

With an enviable record of predicting the future to rival Punxsutawney Phil, the upcoming year is dissected by our own Nostradamus Tim Blair.

Meet Gen Beta: Why this new generation of babies is different

It’s not just a new year we’re welcoming but also the new history-making Generation Beta. But these babies have one massive difference.

Best way to lose weight without Ozempic

Diets alone are not the answer. Experts say there is a better, healthier way to losing weight, keeping it off and stay strong. Follow these exercises.

Little boy killed by car identified

The boy has been described as a “kind-hearted” toddler who loved to play with cars and dinosaurs.

‘Equivalent of an aneurysm’: Affordable housing plan poo-pooed

A controversial housing development in hippie Mullumbimby has been labelled the “equivalent of an aneurysm”, with questions raised about its impact on the local sewer system as the...

Donald Trump’s New Year hopes revealed

US President-elect Donald Trump has revealed his hopes for the New Year while attending a private celebration at Mar-a-Lago. See who was on the guest list.

World’s best NYE fireworks: New York City ball finally drops

The world has welcomed in the new year with celebrations and fireworks after a tumultuous year. See how people around the globe rang in 2025 in photos and video.

Meet Gen Beta: Why this new generation of babies is different

It’s not just a new year we’re welcoming but also the new history-making Generation Beta. But these babies have one massive difference.

Best way to lose weight without Ozempic

Diets alone are not the answer. Experts say there is a better, healthier way to losing weight, keeping it off and stay strong. Follow these exercises.

Secret’s out: Why people on this Greek island live a long, happy life

The inhabitants of this idyllic Greek island live longer, are happier and have vastly fewer diseases. One Adelaide man knows why, writes Jessica Adamson.

Used EVs a bargain as prices crash

Falling new car prices and soft used values make green motoring surprisingly affordable.

‘Dragged to hotel room’: Drugged Liam Payne’s desperate act

A judge has revealed more details about Liam Payne‘s final moments, and what led to the singer falling off a hotel balcony.

‘Dancers and commandos’: How I detoxed Aussie swim team

Before the start of the 2012 London Olympics, Australian hopes and expectations were high, especially in the pool. Our country had a long tradition of excelling in the swimming ...

Kate and Wills’ emotional New Year message

Prince William and Princess Catherine have shared photos of George, Charlotte and Louis in an emotive New Year message. See the photos.

‘I have to keep pushing’: Alexa Leary’s huge 2025 challenge

Australian swimming golden girl Alexa Leary is taking on her biggest challenge yet in 2025, saying she wants to inspire as many people to overcome hurdles as she can. Read her insp...

Working Thursday? Here’s our tips on surviving a New Year’s hangover

With New Year’s Day falling on Wednesday, many Australians will face returning to work on Thursday after a fun-filled, and possibly overindulged, holiday.

Where Aus radio stars really stash their millions

Some of Australia’s highest paid radio stars are pouring their money in one key area, which is only making them even richer.

Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were veterans of which war?

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

‘I just wanted to die’: Man’s vile beach act

A beachgoer was forced to seek urgent medical attention after a stranger’s vile act.

Details revealed in finalised divorce for Jolie and Pitt

Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finally reached a divorce settlement after a lengthy, bitter court battle that has lasted eight years.

Aussie mums confess cheekiest white lies they tell their kids

Influenced by the latest viral Tik-Tok trend, mums have dished on the white lies they tell their kids. Let us know yours.

‘She was the one’: Couple’s emotional surrogacy journey

After a chronic illness and multiple miscarriages, an Aussie couple have welcomed their miracle baby – sharing their emotional journey to parenthood.

How Aussie got three homes on normal wage

A 35-year-old with a $70,000 salary has revealed how she bought multiple homes with little debt, and repayments that cost her nothing.

Listed: Every housing hand-out you can get

Never in Australia’s history has so much been handed out to help taxpayers have homes, with record financial leg-ups going as high as $56k in one state.

I was sexually abused in Boy Scouts. Then I became a priest

One of Australia’s most senior Anglican prelates has opened up on his sexual abuse as a kid in the Boy Scouts and the apology he issued to the LGBT community on behalf of the churc...