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10th December 2024

PM Edition

Energy vampires: Aussies being ‘ripped off’

As more and more households fall behind on their utility bills, energy giants are “ripping off” millions of Aussies each year, new research has found. See how.

Energy giants creaming hundreds off our bills

2. PM Heckled at Melbourne Synagogue 3. Yacht crash victim identified 4. David Warner 5.

Hells Angels bikie associates sentenced over ATO fraud

One is a former NRL player who became a boxer, another is a one-time banking executive turned bikie. Together, they helped hatch a plan to defraud thousands of dollars from taxpaye...

Major update on suspected CEO assassin

A 26-year-old man accused of brazenly gunning down UnitedHealthcare boss Brian Thompson has been taken to court as his motive for the alleged murder is revealed.

Albo’s synagogue vow before chaotic scenes

The Prime Minister has visited the Melbourne synagogue firebombed in an “evil crime” authorities are investigating as a likely terrorist attack.

Footy legend marries TV bride at star-studded wedding

There were cowboy boots, live music and pig on a spit when a Broncos assistant coach married his journalist bride in a country wedding.

NRL expansion bid team to target Hawaii and Caribbean

In a fresh bid to secure entry into the NRL, an ambitious Christchurch expansion franchise will go where no club has been in 116 years of rugby league – Hawaii and the Caribbean.

500 jobs gone as iconic fashion retailer shuts down

Receivers overseeing the embattled Mosaic Brands retail group will close 160 stores and kill off the once popular Katies chain within weeks.

Inner city towers set for green light despite ‘negative impact’ fears

Hundreds of new apartments are set to be added to Sydney’s inner south, with nine buildings planned as part of a sprawling precinct. But not all the locals are happy about it.

How much RBA’s grinch move will really cost you

Struggling Aussies have gotten no relief from the RBA before Christmas and it is going to cost you more than you realise.

Wallabies reveal bold plan despite $80m debt, player wage cuts

Rugby Australia will consider wage cuts to players and redundancies to staff amid financial pressures, yet still has lofty ambitions for the Wallabies.

The Block buyer fights hooning claims

The billionaire known for his extravagant purchases on reality TV series The Block is disputing claims he was hooning around a roundabout.

Ray Hadley’s 2GB replacement revealed

Ray Hadley has announced who will replace him as 2GB morning show host, with the veteran broadcaster set to hang up the mic this month.

NRL splashes $37m on NSW, Qld hotels as asset base grows

The financially-flying NRL has purchased two more prominent hotels across both NSW and Queensland, a move that comes as part of a bold plan to grow their asset base to a whopping $...

Senior Liberal retires ahead of Teal challenge, citing renewal

Liberal MP Paul Fletcher has announced he won’t contest next year’s federal election, in a move which will position the Teals as frontrunners to win his northern Sydney seat of Bra...

Sailor killed in yacht crash identified as police investigate

A sailor killed in a freak yacht crash on Sydney Harbour has been identified, as police appeal for any information and footage of the collision.

Sydney boss raped employee on first day

A Sydney boss has been sentenced after raping an 18-year-old migrant employee on her first day of work.

Fresh blow to Aussie mortgages

Homeowners desperate for some rate relief will need to wait until 2025, as the Reserve Bank of Australia held official interest rates for the ninth time in a row.

Airline worker busted allegedly importing drug in shampoo bottles

An airline employee will remain in custody on remand after he allegedly imported 4.1L of GBL — a precursor to “date rape” drug GHB — in shampoo bottles into Sydney.

Levy reveals Continuous Call plans after new 2GB job

Mark Levy will continue the Continuous Call Team legacy from the soon-to-be-retired Ray Hadley, however 2GB bosses still have some big decisions to make ahead of the NRL season.

Olympian pleads guilty after wife’s death

Olympic champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has made a huge call as he fronted court to answer allegations relating to the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.

Restaurateur learns fate over Nazi symbol

The restaurateur who brandished a Nazi symbol during a pro-Palestinian rally has expressed his deep remorse.

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Shows you don’t want to miss this week

Elton John is refreshingly honest and raw in his new documentary, spy thriller Black Doves steps up and The Day of the Jackal builds to a white-knuckle finale.

Horse bites off tip of leading jockey’s finger

Queensland’s leading jockey James Orman lost the tip of his finger after it was bitten off by a horse. Warning: Graphic image

Footy legend marries TV bride at star-studded wedding

There were cowboy boots, live music and pig on a spit when a Broncos assistant coach married his journalist bride in a country wedding.

How much RBA’s grinch move will really cost you

Struggling Aussies have gotten no relief from the RBA before Christmas and it is going to cost you more than you realise.

‘You’re a s**t person’: Aussie star reveals pain

An Australian Olympic champion has revealed what life is really like in the spotlight after finding herself in an unexpected struggle.

Kyle ‘went a bit over the top’: Jackie O’s regret

Radio host Jackie ‘O’ Henderson has confessed her and Kyle Sandilands’ KIIS FM show was too smutty and that Kyle “needed to be pulled back in”.

Jay-Z and Beyonce put on united front amid rape claim

Jay-Z is taking action over accusations he raped a 13-year-old girl with fellow music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, as he stepped out on a red carpet event with wife Beyonce. See the l...

Time’s up for Secret Santa ... and we’re all to blame

Schools across Australia, including some on the Gold Coast, are outlawing Secret Santa gift swapping – and the behaviour of adults is to blame. WHAT DO YOU THINK - VOTE IN OU...

Why star chef’s Tassie tree change is resonating with TV audiences

Counting Gordon Ramsay among her fans, renowned chef Analiese Gregory will return to Australian television screens next year in a series documenting her life and work in Tasmania.

This is how much your daily chocolate bar is ageing you

Treating yourself to a single daily chocolate bar, or even a handful of chips, is increasing your biological age. And by just how much might shock you.

Special ute hits back for auto giant

Tired of being beaten in the sales race, this industry titan has delivered an adventurous new model.

Kate shortlisted for prestigious global title

After her courageous battle with cancer, the Princess of Wales has been nominated for a coveted title also held by Taylor Swift.

It’s official – we’ve found Australia’s best home

A home with a secret kitchen and enormous ceilings has been declared the best new house in Australia for its price range. Check out the photos here:

This is the easiest way to ruin Christmas – and we’re all guilty

From the clean-up to bin etiquette to sleeping in on Christmas morning, Nikki Osborne’s rules to survive the festive period.

Why the RBA must cut interest rates now

OPINION: The mortgage cliff is finally here and families are on the brink. The RBA must cut before Christmas or it will be too late.

What company produces the classic Aussie product Milo?

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

4 luxe city staycations to beat end-of-year stress

Set yourself up for a relaxing new year

Armytage’s $10m exit plan after shock split

The collapse of Sam Armytage’s marriage because of tensions with her husband’s adult children hasn’t stopped the loved star having a back-up plan.

Australia’s new cult hero to change his name

Sprint sensation Gout Gout has quickly become one of Australia’s favourite athletes, but he will go by a new name soon if his parents have their way.

Aussie mayor ‘digitally erased’ after challenging AI

A Victorian mayor who threatened world-first legal action against ChatGPT has been cancelled by the automated chatbot in a move experts are calling “digital suppression&rdquo...