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20th January 2025

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Novak demands apology from Ch9 after Tony Jones’ ‘insulting’ gaffe

Novak Djokovic says ‘insulting’ comments by broadcaster Tony Jones made a ‘mockery’ of him and Serbian fans, and was the reason he refused an on-court interview after his win over ...

Man throws chair during ugly Australian Open fight

Video footage has emerged of a man throwing a chair and another pushing a woman during a rowdy argument at Melbourne Park.

First images of Israeli hostages released

Footage has emerged of three Israeli female hostages being released alive by Hamas, on day one of the first stage of the ceasefire. Follow live updates.

Trump’s Inauguration: Your 5-minute guide

In America, Inauguration Day is a spectacle not to be missed and there are big changes for Donald Trump as he enters the West Wing again. See how it will unfold.

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.

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!

Blocks shrink, population booms and Sydney faces a backyard blitz

In order to keep up with the growing population, high-rise shoeboxes are taking over and in turn, Sydney is killing the backyard.

Ex-cons get crisis payments faster than DV victims

New data reveals former prisoners are faring better fro crisis payments than women and men escaping domestic violence under the Albanese government.

‘Heartless’: Hospitals rake in record profits in parking fees

NSW hospitals are gouging record multimillion-dollar profits from patients and their families with parking fees as high as $35 a day. See the most expensive regions for parking.

One million drivers lose demerit points for good behaviour

More than 1 million drivers across the state have been rewarded after remaining offence free over the last 12 months, by getting demerit points scrubbed from their licence.

Meet Sydney’s new Real Housewife

Meet Martine Chippendale, the “Double Bay Princess”, who can say what she means without being mean and that’s how she handled the drama on the upcoming season of The Real Housewive...

How this 1927 roadster helped raise $115k, and counting

The drivers of this open-top car learned a sort of resilience of their own as the trekked through the Australian outback, where they discovered how tough country Aussies are while ...

Man charged with murder after Ryde death

A man will face court on Monday after being charged with murder following the death of a 48-year-old man found critically injured in a Ryde unit over the weekend.

Heavyweight bikie’s mysterious sudden split with Hells Angels

Hewat was one of the Hells Angels’ longest-serving and most notorious members. Mystery surrounds his split from the club. This is what we know.

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.

Radio maker dials up workforce to meet rising demand for Aussie made

From its base in western Sydney, Australia’s largest manufacturer of handheld radios says the Future Made in Australia initiative is crucial for sovereign capability.

Rail union’s $690,000 in donations to NSW Labor a ‘conflict’

The decade of funding has added an extra dimension to negotiations between the government and the union, critics say.

The surprise super stars outperforming big funds

Super funds delivered bumper returns in 2024, with the best of the lot a retail fund focusing on younger members. See the top 10 performers.

Falling tree traps north shore trio

Firefighters have spent nearly half an hour working to free three people, injured after a tree crashed down on them in a residential street on the upper north shore. Get the latest...

No dice: NSW refuses Star’s plea but Qld leaves door open

NSW Premier Chris Minns has doubled down on his vow not to provide any more help to beleaguered Star Entertainment but his counterpart in Queensland will consider all proposals.

Named: Search for Qld pastor after grim find in NSW floodwaters

A desperate search is set to resume in the Northern Rivers for a Brisbane pastor after his ute was found washed 400m downstream from a causeway after he attempted to cross in “extr...

‘Country casual’ rules at music spectacular

Australia’s legendary Tamworth Country Music Festival is up and running and photos from the town reveal a ‘country casual’ theme for 2025.

Novak demands apology from Ch9 after Tony Jones’ ‘insulting’ gaffe

Novak Djokovic says ‘insulting’ comments by broadcaster Tony Jones made a ‘mockery’ of him and Serbian fans, and was the reason he refused an on-court interview after his win over ...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Taylor stuns at Chiefs game as Travis rocks new look

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‘Scandalous’: Royal Family’s $260m pay increase slammed

The royal family is set to receive a whopping pay increase this year, and taxpayers aren’t happy.

Trump promises to get TikTok back up: What happens next

TikTok disconnected access to its US users before a national ban on the app was to take effect, but before taking office, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to rescue the app.

How you can earn $100k+ as a food influencer

Eating out for free in exchange for a social media post has now changed, with foodie influencers commanding upwards of $100,000 a year.

‘Baby left in a box’ finds her siblings after 55 years

Cathie Grissell was left on the steps of a hospital as a newborn baby. After more than 50 years, she found her four siblings for the first time. See their incredible meeting on vid...

Meghan’s team ‘held talks on post-divorce book deal’

Meghan Markle’s aides allegedly proposed a potential book about her life “post-divorce” from Prince Harry, a bombshell report has claimed.

Most mums make this mistake — and can’t forgive themselves

Parenting is hard enough but there’s one thing mums do that they can’t forgive themselves.

Unlearn and prosper: the bad habits holding you back

Aged in their 50s, Jack and Rhonda broke free from the financial habits they thought were set in stone. See how they transformed their financial outlook.

First Lady Melania Trump’s ‘first priority’

With a best-selling memoir under her belt, a $A60 million documentary and her son leaving the nest, Melania Trump’s second time in the White House will be nothing like her first.

Fergie’s cancer hell: ‘Like a bomb going off’

Sarah Ferguson has described how she coped after being diagnosed with two cancers in a year, which felt “like a bomb going off in your life”.

Felicity Jones: from Neighbours fan to Oscars contender

Why Neighbours fan Felicity Jones jumped at the chance to work with Guy Pearce again on Oscars-frontrunner The Brutalist, even if his “despicable” role messed with her head.