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19th December 2024

AM Edition

‘Heavily distorted’: Shock new detail in Aboriginal heritage claims

Indigenous heritage protection applications are “heavily distorted” towards mining projects over renewable schemes, documents show. See the map.

Bolt: Aboriginal groups must pay the price for green activism

If activists want to use race-based laws to stop projects that could bring wealth to us all, they should also share the cost.

‘Heaven’: Bec Judd reveals new Peninsula country ranch

Influencer and super WAG Rebecca Judd has finished her Mornington Peninsula holiday house, completing the ambitious goal of being in by Christmas. SEE INSIDE

‘New energy’: Symes’ mammoth task ahead as treasurer

Regional MP Jaclyn Symes will on Thursday be sworn in as the state’s first female treasurer, taking on the role after Tim Pallas announced his resignation.

Labor clings to $275 power pipe dream

Labor is clinging to the delusion it can avoid breaking an election promise to deliver $275 power bill savings, as the federal government reveals an almost $22 billion budget blowo...

Karl’s Noosa ‘nightmare’: Missing daughter sparks police search

Karl Stefanovic has had a “frightening” start to his off-screen Christmas break after his youngest daughter Harper went missing, with a police helicopter called in to help find the...

Former Neighbours actor charged with performing Nazi salute

A 54-year-old actor will front court after allegedly carrying out a Nazi gesture during an event at a restaurant in Melbourne’s southeast.

Property boss takes final dig at Pallas in warning to new Treasurer

A leading property figure is taking one last swipe at outgoing Treasurer Tim Pallas over a decade of ‘damaging’ tax hikes, cautioning his successor to ‘chart a new course’.

How social media ‘mules’ are helping criminals hide cash

Oganised crime figures are using Facebook to help launder their proceeds, inviting Australian bank account holders to hide money in exchange for a tidy fee.

Victoria takes title for foreign visitor spending

Tourists are spending an unprecedented amount of money in Victoria as figures show it is outpacing every other state and territory.

Victoria’s highest paid private school principals revealed

Private school principals are earning twice as much as the Victorian premier, with salary packages at top schools reaching a whopping $1m. See how much your principal is getting.

Barry Humphries first performed as Dame Edna on this date in what year?

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

Hands off, Tassie: Lions lock in heroic premiership coach

Fresh from leading Brisbane to a first flag in 21 years, senior coach Chris Fagan has re-signed with the club. JAY CLARK has the details.

Barham: Dons must leave glory days, ‘disunity’ behind

Essendon president David Barham has told Bombers faithful the club must look to the future instead of being caught up in the glory days of the 80s and 90s and disunity of the past ...

Legendary Australian author dies aged 74

A legendary Australian author who wrote more than 40 books over his distinguished career has died aged 74.

Has the love bubble burst for Melbourne ‘it’ couple?

Recent social media posts have sparked rumours beauty queen Maria Thattil and former AFLW star Moana Hope have called time on their high-profile relationship.

Aussie mum home as shock Fiji cocktail report emerges

An Aussie mum has arrived home from Fiji following an incident at a five-star hotel, as authorities revealed more from toxicology results undertaken after samples of the cocktails ...

Cats young gun accused of assaulting woman at Melbourne gig

A young Geelong draftee has been accused of assaulting a woman at a Dom Dolla concert at Flemington Racecourse after a physical altercation allegedly broke out between the pair.

Nine forced to apologise over on-air blunder

The network was forced to apologise on Wednesday after an embarrassing mistake.

AFL makes call on sub as 2025 rule changes locked in

The AFL has made its decision on the controversial sub rule for 2025, while also locking in a minor change to the advantage rule. JAY CLARK has the full details.

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