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25th April 2025

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Man charged with murdering Audrey Griffin found dead in cell

Audrey Griffin’s accused murderer has killed himself in jail, allowing The Daily Telegraph to reveal previously withheld details about how he confessed in a phone call.

Sunset vigil for ‘bubbly ball of fun and love’ Audrey Griffin

Thousands of people flocked to Terrigal Beach on Thursday evening to pay tribute at a sunset vigil for Central Coast teen Audrey Griffin.

The tragedies that shattered western Sydney during WWI

Hidden on the outskirts of the Sydney basin, Emu Plains boasts a rich history and in 1914, there was no shortage of young men clamouring to volunteer for active service.

Aged-care worker charged with sexually abusing seven residents

An aged-care worker has been charged after allegedly sexually assaulting seven elderly residents, including some with dementia, in a Sydney nursing home.

Broncos suffer Reynolds injury scare in Bulldogs bloodbath

The Broncos have blown away the premiership heavyweight Bulldogs to put an end to their seven-game win streak. But it may have come at a cost, with Adam Reynolds going down.

‘Crisis point’: Bold plan for Parramatta Rd

A Sydney mayor says the NSW government needs to position Parramatta Road as their answer to the housing crisis.

‘Senseless’: Teen shot dead at popular beach identified

A gunman is on the run and the car-loving 18-year-old he killed in a drive-by shooting at a popular Newcastle beach has been identified.

‘I am always helping people’: Businessman stripped of OAM

George Ghossayn’s gong, awarded in 2016 for his services to the Lebanese community and philanthropy, was cancelled after his company was found guilty and fined for illegally dumpin...

Leaked chats show nasty undercurrent in Sydney’s leafy north

Things are getting nasty in Sydney’s leafy north and well-heeled pockets of the north shore among Teal candidates supposedly campaigning for more integrity in politics

Finally, some good news as RBA tipped to cut rates in May

Economists are locking in forecasts for another interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank next month as the trade war sparked by US tariffs hikes threatens to derail the global economy...

Popular travel writer’s booze-fuelled crash into bridge

A Queensland travel journalist who drove into a NSW bridge and urinated on a kerb while she was highly intoxicated failed to face court. Now a warrant is out for her arrest.

Dance teacher convicted of sexually penetrating woman

A dance teacher and real estate agent found guilty by a jury of digitally penetrating a woman while she was drunk on an overseas cruise will not serve any time in jail.

Government ‘disappointed’ after Obeid keeps $30m

The state government has supported moves to crackdown on the proceeds of crime after the Crime Commission said it could not call back the $30 million jailed former Labor minister E...

Young Sydney actor to star in new Hunger Games film

Twenty-year-old Joseph Zada has scored a life-changing lead role as Haymitch Abernathy in the highly anticipated new instalment of the Hunger Games franchise.

‘Kindest heart’: 21yo aspiring teacher mourned after fatal crash

A young woman with the world at her feet and who had dreams of becoming a teacher is being remembered as having “the kindest heart” and being the “light in every room” after she wa...

Security ramped up at war memorials after alleged vandalism

Security will be ramped up at war memorials across the state this 110th Anzac Day following a shocking act of alleged vandalism last week, as police prepare to swarm the streets an...

Tigers risk losing another rising star

Already reeling from Lachlan Galvin’s unexpected exit, the Wests Tigers risk losing another rising star. See the full story.

Stunning results in first exit poll of 19 battleground seats

More than a million Australians have already voted – and our exclusive exit poll of 4000 of them across 19 critical seats gives an extraordinary insight into the likely result.

‘Bizarre’: Hadley lashes out at Palmer’s shock move

On today’s Ray Hadley Midday Show, the veteran broadcaster encourages Trumpet of Patriots supporters to ignore how to vote cards that preference the party’s natural enemies and vot...

Two-time Gold Logie winner dies, aged 93

Stalwart of the Australian screen and two-time Gold Logie winner, Gerard Kennedy has died aged 93.

Expansion juggernaut: Bears out of NRL hibernation in $50m coup

The Western Bears have been backed to make an instant impact on the rugby league landscape following approval of their long-awaited return as part of a major NRL expansion boost.

Update after Hunter Valley bus crash

The father of a victim of the Hunter Valley bus crash that killed 10 people is suing a government agency over alleged breaches of duty of care.

Dear Rachelle podcast: Listen to Episode 7 now

Who killed Rachelle Childs? Innocent people, silenced by fear for decades, are breaking their silence. For Rachelle. Listen to the podcast now.

Father-of-five dies suddenly a week after his birthday

The beloved dad cheated death once before, surviving a major motorbike crash which left him paralysed. Now, his death just a week after his recent birthday has left his family reel...

Horror find inside Hackman’s death house

Pictures inside the home where Gene Hackman and his wife were found dead have shed new light on how the iconic US actor was living.

Brutal scenes at world’s biggest car show

The biggest motor show in the world is currently underway but the biggest headlines are being grabbed by which brands didn’t show up and why.

Outrageous reason Aussie mogul bought $13m granny flat

An Aussie fashion mogul just dropped $13 million on a granny flat she never plans to use for an absolutely ridiculous reason.

Two-time Gold Logie winner dies, aged 93

Stalwart of the Australian screen and two-time Gold Logie winner, Gerard Kennedy has died aged 93.

Three cuts: 8 new banks slash rates before RBA

Eight more banks have slashed interest rates, with three big guns firing off cuts Thursday morning - the biggest of which is double what RBA is expected to deliver in a matter of w...

‘Underhanded’: Why main suspect in Rachelle’s murder was fired

More than two decades ago Rachelle Childs was murdered and her remains burned alive. The key suspect – her boss – was fired weeks after her death. Listen to the podcast.

‘Depressing’: Princess’ portrait sparks debate

An official portrait of Princess Isabella, taken by her Australian mother Queen Mary, is causing a stir because of the inclusion of an unexpected item.

National car repair group crashes into liquidation owing $4.7m

A nationwide panel beating group has crashed, with seven companies in liquidation and debts topping $4.7m, including a hefty tax bill. Small businesses across Australia are owed th...

‘Are you witches?’: Jimmy Kimmel in stitches after live Twinnies interview

Popular American TV host Jimmy Kimmel says he has “lost his mind” after a live interview with Qld’s global sensation Twinnies who defended their quirky speaking style. WATCH IT HER...

Amazon, YouTube, NFL: How DJ’s side hustle grew to $25m empire

A former NSW DJ has become a global sensation, growing his Covid-era side hustle into a $25m empire, counting giants like Amazon, NFL and celebrities including Justin Bieber as cli...

Conclave movie skyrockets following death of Pope Francis

The Oscar-winning film Conclave has surged in viewership following the pope’s death, as global fascination with the secretive process of electing his successor surges.

Jackman, Swift ‘to be subpoenaed’ in Lively-Baldoni legal war

Blake Lively’s mega friends are set to be ordered into court over the It Ends With Us star’s feud with co-star Justin Baldoni.

Expat’s travel insurance horror after Tuk Tuk crash nightmare

This Aussie expat endured a horror crash in New Delhi, India . . . only to discover her insurance had lapsed just hours beforehand.

Weinstein’s vile remark to alleged 16yo rape victim

Chilling new claims about how disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein allegedly used his A-lister connections have emerged in his sex-crimes retrial.

Rounded to the nearest kilometre, how long is an Olympic marathon?

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

‘He turned grey’: Tiny premmy baby’s heart surgery miracle

An Adelaide dad was told it would be a ‘miracle’ if his first child, born nine weeks early, made it through the night after developing “workers’ breath”.

NYPD shuts down Lorde as pop star sparks chaos in New York

Kiwi pop sensation Lorde sparked chaos in New York City when a surprise fan event prompted police to step in.

Body language pro on Meghan and Harry’s ‘awkward’ moment

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry shared an awkward moment at the TIME100 Summit with a body language expert giving feedback on the gesture that proves the Duke is a ‘spare’.

Can Musk deliver on driverless cars?

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future on driverless cars, saying they will arrive by June, declaring that the company is ‘not even close’ to the ‘ragged edge of death’. But how reali...