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20th January 2025

PM Edition

‘Disoriented’ Aus Open champion crumbles under Melbourne heat

Jannik Sinner’s Australian Open campaign is in danger of crumbling, while Nick Kyrgios has taken aim at the under-fire Ch9 star in a fresh, expletive-laden spray. FOLLOW LIVE.

Crisis talks, snubs, Tiley’s role: Inside story on Novak-Jones saga

By the time Tony Jones arrived at Melbourne Park on Saturday, he knew his “banter” with Serbian fans on Friday had blown up in his face. SCOTT GULLAN goes inside what happened next...

The Tony Jones ‘clown’ show: Gaffes, feuds, awkward interviews

Veteran Channel 9 broadcaster Tony Jones can now add Novak Djokovic to his impressive portfolio of awkward interviews, high-profile feuds and mind-melting gaffes. These are TJ’s ca...

Nine star settles sexual harassment claim

The reporter said it took “courage” to speak out and she was determined to “right wrongs”.

Revealed: Contents of mystery northern beaches’ pollution balls

Early testing has revealed some of the contents in the mysterious grey balls of pollution that closed nine popular Sydney beaches, as more balls wash up at a Harbourside beach.

Trump vows ‘speed and strength’ at MAGA victory rally

Donald Trump says he will sign off on a flurry of executive orders on day one of his new administration, starting with a crackdown on an “invasion” of immigrants. Follow live updat...

First six NRL rounds predicted: Broncos undefeated, Roosters last

Two NRL glamour clubs will have contrasting starts to their 2025 campaigns. See every club’s predicted ladder position through the first six rounds.

Pastor found dead after ute swept away in raging NSW floods

A beloved and “charismatic” Brisbane pastor has been found dead after his ute was washed away in raging floodwaters in northern NSW, with his son issuing a heartfelt tribute for hi...

Bikie boss charged over kidnapping of Sydney businessman

A feared bikie boss allegedly kidnapped a Sydney businessman at gunpoint over an outstanding debt and bashed him, leaving the man in hospital with head injuries.

Freed hostages given Hamas ‘gift bags’; one lost two fingers

Three women released by Hamas after 15 months in captivity were given ‘gift bags’ by their captors, as one of the women revealed she lost two fingers during the ordeal. Follow upda...

Thousands shut up shop as company collapses hit record

About 7480 businesses collapsed in the last six months – more than ever – as rising costs coupled with badly bruised households fuel a surge in hospitality failures.

Alleged unit block murder victim named, man faces court

A Bondi Junction man accused of murdering another man in Sydney’s northwest allegedly breached an AVO before going to the unit where the alleged murder occurred. Here’s the latest.

Popular Sydney venues that always draw a crowd

Many popular Sydney eateries always draw a crowd — here’s the best times to visit to beat the long lines.

Men’s elaborate plan to scam bank

Two men tried to defraud the National Australia Bank out of millions of dollars in an elaborate fake bank vouchers scheme.

Radical plan to get Aussie retirees spending

Australian retirees are saving too much of their retirement nest egg, with calls for major reforms to the superannuation sector.

Drastic measure ahead of psych walkout

The workplace umpire has been called in to intervene as one state faces an “unprecedented” mass walkout of key hospital staff.

First pics from Jamie Kah, Ben Melham’s picturesque wedding

Star jockeys Jamie Kah and Ben Melham tied the knot in a picturesque wedding ceremony on Sunday. See the pictures.

‘Stay away’: Stern warning for bird torturer

A bird torturer who previously tried to cook and eat an ibis has been issued a stern warning after he was charged with snaring two native birds with fishing wire.

Police appeal after boy ‘taken and grabbed by wrist’ at park

Police have issued an appeal for witnesses after a man and a woman allegedly approached a 10-year-old boy at a park in the state’s south before he broke free and fled.

Channel 9 star a no show at Today after $50k blunder

Alex Cullen was missing from the Today on Monday morning after a $50k incident with billionaire Adrian Portelli.

Guns, weed, ammo uncovered in raid after woman allegedly bashed: cops

A man stands accused of a litany of gun, drug and domestic violence charges after a police raid on his home in the state’s Central-West. Here’s what we know.

$130m: Buyer of Sydney’s richest house revealed

The buyer of Australia’s most expensive house, sold for an eye-watering $130m – more than 100x our average home price – has been revealed.

Fresh blow for TV host amid drug battle

A troubled former TV host’s public battle with drug addiction has again been thrust into the spotlight after he was charged with drug-driving.

Country superstar lands in Australia ahead of sold out tour

Country music icon Luke Combs has landed on the Gold Coast ahead of his record-breaking Australian tour.

Huge problem facing fast-food giant

Experts say the US brand will be facing an uphill battle as it tries to crack the Australian fast-food market.

The five hottest sex trends sweeping Australia this year

Want to stay ahead of the game? These are the hottest sex trends – in and out of the bedroom – set to take over Australia this year.

Eagle-eyed Aussies spot surprise detail in US star’s photo

He’s one of the biggest comedy stars on earth but it wasn’t his jokes that had these Aussie rules fans cheering.

First pics from Jamie Kah, Ben Melham’s picturesque wedding

Star jockeys Jamie Kah and Ben Melham tied the knot in a picturesque wedding ceremony on Sunday. See the pictures.

The Aussie hack to stop a pesky bin-day problem

If it's not the wind blowing the lid open, it's the iconic Aussie bird having a feed. This simple trick solves both.

Where you can get married for less than $800

As weddings balloon to costing couples up to $80,000, one celebrant found a way to make them short, sweet, and 100 times cheaper — with a beautiful venue.

Why widows are hot on the radar for international scammers

Alone, vulnerable, lost in grief and often cashed up – ruthless international criminals are trawling through death notices to find Australian widows, then fleecing them for e...

F1 star’s $4m Ferrari smashed

A quick test drive in Monaco turned disastrous for one of the biggest names in Formula 1.

Five hours faster: Qantas’ new overseas route for Aussies

Australians’ obsession with skiing has paved the way for travellers to get a new, faster route to fly and get on Japan’s renowned white powder faster.

A short history of Tony Jones and his infamous on-air f***-ups

While he’s a household name in Victoria, Channel Nine’s Tony Jones is still a new face for many in the northern states. Here’s a look at his most controversial moments.

Djokovic’s humble $900k ‘retirement’ home

Despite boasting $300m in career earnings, tennis legend Novak Djokovic could live out his quieter days in a modest $900,000 home.

My kids are right – this is the worst thing about school holidays

This is a message to all those hard working parents out there. You’ve made it through the summer holidays and school is nearly back, we got there, writes Kendall Gilding.

I’m A Celebrity... cast revealed

The new line-up of Australian stars taking on the jungle have been revealed. Find out who will be taking part on the new season of I’m A Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here!

Abandoned s--tbox racks up staggering parking ticket

A vehicle that’s been left to gather dust in a Brisbane city shopping centre car park for several years has racked up a staggering parking fee.

Warning as scammers use fake AusPost link

A fresh warning has been released about an online scam where fraudsters use fake Australia Post links to defraud sellers on Facebook Marketplace.

Cheap Chinese devices used to spy on Aussies

International hackers are using cheap, Chinese-made home security devices – including doorbells – to spy on Australians at home and work. See how they do it.

'I am a rich man': Cher reveals truth behind viral moment

Cher reveals the real story behind THAT ‘rich man’ video, her famous exes and why she doesn’t care about anyone’s opinion.

OnlyFans banana man’s jail shocker: Now he’s free on a peel

It’s been four years since the rising star of the adults-only platform hit the headlines and got a rude surprise.

‘At risk’: Big thing baby boomers must avoid

Baby boomers wield an insane amount of wealth but there is one thing they must not spend big on.