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22nd April 2025

Today's top stories

Pope’s cause of death revealed

The Vatican has released more details of Pope Francis’ death including exactly how and where he died. Follow live updates.

The six cardinal contenders: Who will be the new Pope?

Following the death of Pope Francis, a new Pope will soon be chosen from the cardinals in Rome. Here are the six contenders.

How Pope Francis will be remembered

Tributes are flowing for Pope Francis across the world after the head of the Catholic Church has died in Rome. He will be remembered for his progressive moments that changed the wo...

‘Trying to be vigilant’: SA cinemas impacted by viral TikTok trend

SA cinemas are having to patrol screenings and put on extra staff after teens engage in a disruptive TikTok trend.

‘More to do’: Alarming number of times cops called to SA schools

The latest figures have revealed that police are responding to a huge number of incidents at SA public schools – despite the figure actually improving.

Another 400 homes for huge estate near Adelaide

One of the largest housing projects at Mount Barker is about to get bigger, with a local developer acquiring 60ha of additional land for 400 new homes.

Intruders, drugs and runaways: SA’s OSHC horror stories

Hundreds of shocking incidents – including alleged serious misconduct by staff – have been uncovered at out of school hours care centres across SA. See the list.

‘Deeply affected’: PM pauses campaign for Pope as millions set to vote early

Anthony Albanese has cancelled campaign events this morning to mourn the death of Pope Francis as early voting centres open across Australia. FOLLOW IT LIVE

Greensteel reveals bold billion-dollar designs for Whyalla steelworks

New images of a rebuilt Whyalla steel plant have been released by Sydney-based Greensteel Australia as it pushes ahead with its bold plan to take over the ailing steelworks.

Principal’s shock as iPads, GoPros, vape stolen in school break-in

A man has been jailed after breaking into an SA school and looting cameras, cash and student medication to buy drugs – before stealing his ex-girlfriend’s car as a getaway vehicle.

Flipping fool rolls car in Adelaide’s east

A man has instantly lost his licence after rolling his car onto its roof and testing positive for drugs. See the pictures.

One Nation’s last-minute preference switch to ‘save’ Dutton

One Nation is swooping to Peter Dutton’s rescue with a last-minute change preferencing the Liberals in key seats where the Coalition is either under threat or has a chance of beati...

Australia being ‘outplayed’ in our own backyard by Russia, China

Australia must bolster its ability to operate in the “twilight zone” of diplomacy and national security, as experts warn we’re losing regional influence to China and Russia.

ASX 200 may feel Wall St's jitters; Macquarie on watch

Macquarie in $2.8bn asset selloff to Japan's Nomura. Wall Street's Dow and Nasdaq indexes fall in the post-Easter resumption of 'Sell America' trading. Gold hits fresh record.

‘Kiss your pension goodbye’: Radical plan to remove Boomers

Seniors are being urged to downsize to free up larger multi-bedroom homes as a potential solution to Australia’s housing crisis.

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Stawell Gift’s ultimate love story complete with fairytale win

They met at the Stawell Gift six years ago, now Bree Rizzo has achieved the ultimate glory, following in her husband’s footsteps to complete the power couple’s fairytale love story...

‘Kiss your pension goodbye’: Radical plan to remove Boomers

Seniors are being urged to downsize to free up larger multi-bedroom homes as a potential solution to Australia’s housing crisis.

‘Sad day’: Russell Crowe leads celeb tributes to late Pope

Aussie A-lister Russell Crowe and Sister Act’s Whoopi Goldberg are among the celebrity faithful to honour the memory of Catholic leader Pope Francis.

Eye-popping price for brand’s first ‘Aussie’ ute

They pulled out all the stops to promote their first ute but this brand has stunned experts with the mammoth price tag.

Buy the ocean: Insane Aussie home sale revealed

It might not look like much from the front but buying this Aussie property means you are also buying a literal chunk of the ocean.

Inside celeb’s crazy ‘doomsday prepper’ cabin

This Hollywood A-lister has given up fame to build a life in the wilderness that could withstand the collapse of society as we know it.

In which country was the chicken franchise Nando’s founded?

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

‘He will never stop’: Sex attack victims on eerie connection to Rachelle’s murder

As more details about the key suspect in Rachelle Childs’ murder case have come to light, two women have given detailed accounts of the “monster” who preyed on them. Listen to the ...

Um, did two cousins just get matched on TV?

A casting glitch has led to a shaky start for the Farmer Wants A Wife premiere, with two contestants desperately searching ancestry.com. James Weir recaps.

Failure to launch: Optus, Musk deal hit by US woes

US regulators have delayed the launch of Optus’s much-hyped partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide the first satellite direct-to-handset services to Australians. Here’s w...

‘Pure evil’: New Tesla scandal erupts in US

Tesla is facing mounting legal action in the US and Australia as disgruntled owners and staff declare they’ve had enough.

Liz Hurley debuts new ‘romance’ with Cyrus

Shane Warne’s former fiancee, Elizabeth Hurley, has seemingly revealed an unexpected new romance with American country star – and father of Miley – Billy Ray Cyrus.

Ada gives update on romance with co-star

As she reveals what she really thinks about her enduring role on Home And Away, Ada Nicodemou has revealed new details about her relationship with co-star James Stewart.

‘He’s lost’: Bizarre Bieber video sparks fan fears

Justin Bieber’s fans have expressed fresh concerns over the pop star’s health, as former staffers made startling claims. See the video.

City launches ‘influencer academy’

The world’s influencer capital has launched an “influencer academy” to teach the art of allure.