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24th December 2024

PM Edition

NYE train strike question union won’t answer

The rail union has backed down on plans to undertake new industrial action over NYE, but fell short of guaranteeing trains would run to schedule.

Billionaire charged over asbestos crisis

A billionaire developer and owner of a popular chocolate chain has been charged over the asbestos-in-mulch crisis that saw Sydney parks, schools, and hospitals closed.

Priest nabbed in police sting over alleged child grooming

An elderly Catholic priest has been arrested in a police sting while he was allegedly trying to meet up with a 14-year-old boy for sex.

Banned: Broncos learn Mam’s fate as NRL hands down suspension

Embattled Brisbane five-eighth Ezra Mam will miss at least the first two months of the 2025 season after learning his fate from the NRL following his guilty plea to drug driving.

Beanies, bear suits, boiled-in-the bag food for Sydney to Hobart

T-shirts and shorts have been crew uniforms on Sydney to Hobart racers in the past but they are being replaced by beanies, bear suits and boil-in-the-bag food for the 79th race.

MP’s brother called to the bench for Christmas

The brother of federal environment minister Tanya Plibersek has received an unusual gift for Christmas – an elevation to the bench of the Local Court.

Eastern suburbs beach braces for Xmas Day trash wave

An eatery across from one of Sydney’s most iconic beaches is considering cutting back its operations on Christmas Day following apocalyptic scenes 12 months ago which left the tour...

Salmon activists in link to anti-Israel activities

A foreign activist pressure group which tried to ban salmon from Australia’s supermarket shelves also has links to anti-Israel activities, it can be revealed.

Motorcyclist critical after crash in Sydney’s southwest

A 43-year-old man is in critical condition after crashing into a power pole in Cartwright early on Tuesday morning, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances of the i...

Mum of missing teen prays for Christmas miracle

The mother of a Mid-North Coast teenager missing for more than two weeks has aired her heartbreak as she holds onto hope her son will return home for Christmas.

Move to save Christmas amid out of control bushfire

Residents near a bushfire that has burned through nearly 44,000 hectares have been given a Christmas gift.

Bill Clinton admitted to hospital

Former US president Bill Clinton has been taken to hospital, where he is undergoing testing after developing a fever.

Christmas lunch at risk due to blackouts

Australians have been warned the festive period is “vulnerable” to power outages.

New push to flush out ‘harmful’ gendered toilets

Battle lines are being drawn over NSW’s public toilet blocks as trans advocates push for gender-neutral cubicles, but those opposing the move say it could deter families from the b...

PM, Dutton salute emergency workers in Christmas message

Australia’s leaders have thanked the nation’s emergency service workers, charity and Defence personnel who will forgo time with friends and family this Christmas to help others.

Ray of hope emerges for Aussie economy

A new outlook has forecast the Australian economy is on a “narrow path to a soft landing” and is tipped to improve next year – but there’s a major catch.

Billionaires, celebs behind Aus’ biggest sales

A large number of Australian farms have changed hands for multimillion-dollar sums across the year, owned by foreign and local prominent families, plus a few surprise faces.

Smashing school kids to smashing Test bowlers: Inside the rise of Konstas

Ed Cowan has kept a close watch on Sam Konstas since first spotting him four years ago, and explains why the ‘rare talent’ has the temperament to thrive in Test cricket.

Woman accused of Kmart tirade ‘intimidated’ school staffer

A woman accused of unleashing religiously motivated threats at pro-Palestine supporters at Bankstown Kmart has been further accused of narrowly missing a school staffer with her ca...

Accused CEO killer’s surprise plea

The smiling suspect in the brazen killing of a healthcare CEO in New York has entered his plea in court.

Why many childcare workers won’t get pay rise for Christmas

Thousands of childcare workers head into Christmas without a promised 10 per cent pay increase as only one in five providers have applied for a grant to fund the wage boost.

‘I want out’: Assad’s wife ‘files for divorce’

The wife of deposed Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has filed for divorce in Russia as she prepares to fight bone cancer, according to reports.

Need a good shag? Miserable cow? I've got bad news for you

Karens everywhere, ruining people’s days in a proud display of recreational outrage. But why do people become Karens? I have a theory, writes Nikki Osborne.

‘Everyman’ Lambo is the world’s coolest car

If there was ever any doubt that Lamborghini is the world’s coolest car maker, it has now been put to bed.

Charles breaks tradition with King’s Christmas message

King Charles has made a surprise break with royal tradition as he chose to record his Christmas message in a meaningful new location.

Alex de Minaur’s secret engagement to English tennis star

After almost five years together, the sporting power couple revealed they had been keeping a “small secret”.

‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ is a festive hit song by which singer?

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

Jimmy Barnes reveals long lost daughter

The Australian rock legend said he had welcomed his daughter into his extended clan.

‘Just say no’: Why it’s OK to be ‘selfish’ this Xmas

If your stress levels have been rising over the festive period you’re definitely not alone. These are some top tips from experts on how to reduce your anxiety over Christmas.

‘We can bury anyone’: Alleged campaign to ruin Blake Lively

New court documents accuse actor Justin Baldoni of unleashing the public relations dark arts to destroy co-star Blake Lively’s reputation. Here’s how it allegedly unfolded.

What Pat Cummins really wants for Christmas

The Australian cricket captain has revealed the one thing he would like as he and wife Becky prepare for the arrival of their second child.

The 25 superstars we need to see in Australia in 2025

From rap beef victors, pop queens, breakout country artists and 90s icons, these are the acts we want to see return to Australia next year.

Multimillion-dollar celeb splits revealed

Some of the biggest celebrity splits can end up costing the people involved millions and millions of dollars — but what does it mean for their homes?

I was hit on at the supermarket with this five-word pick-up line

Be careful how you pack your trolley when buying groceries. The type and number of items you put in there could give a stranger the green light to hit on you, writes Frances Whitin...

‘Everyone stays alive’: A day in the life of a Byron Bay witch

She may not ride a broomstick or boil frogs but Byron’s ‘wild witch’ throws blood on her garden, crafts roo skin drums and hosts “immersive wilderness retre...

Inside the most luxurious yacht in this year’s Sydney to Hobart

It’s not your average Sydney to Hobart racer but this extraordinary 100-footer will turn plenty of heads when she sets sail - or if the weather turns nasty in the race to Tasmania.

‘My ego’: Star in Blake Lively scandal issues apology to wife

Footage of Justin Baldoni’s wedding apology to his wife has resurfaced after Blake Lively filed a sexual harassment claim against the embattled star. See the video. Warning: Graphi...

15 things that make you an annoying traveller

From pronouncing croissant "wazzont" to opening your wallet and "only having Euros," here's a handy checklist to see if you've become an insufferable Aussie traveller upon your ret...

My life was flipped on its head from surgery gone wrong

A Brisbane mother-of-three, who lost bowel function after her spinal cord was damaged in surgery, has had the funding to her only way of going to the toilet cut off by NDIS.

Food fight: Restaurant reviewer apologises after spicy social stoush

An SA food critic’s visit to an acclaimed new restaurant left an award-winning chef “disgusted” – prompting an apology from the reviewer.

Kostya jets in to join son Tim Tszyu’s wedding celebrations

Tim Tszyu has married long-term partner Alexandra in Sydney in an intimate ceremony in front of 120 people. SEE PICTURES FROM INSIDE THE WEDDING.