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29th December 2024

PM Edition

Run out mess leaves Aussies on brink of disaster

Jasprit Bumrah has ripped Australia’s batting order to bits, leaving the hosts on the brink of disaster following a terrible run out. FOLLOW LIVE INSIDE.

Proof Konstas has India rattled despite Bumrah reality check

Sam Konstas got a brutal reminder of how treacherous life can be as a Test opener - but there was also a hint of just how much India might fear the teen phenom, writes ROBERT CRADD...

Man dead in alleged neighbourhood spat over fallen tree

A man who died outside his home in Sydney’s west was allegedly murdered by the owner of a neighbouring property, with police probing if a fallen tree sparked the altercation.

NRL v AFL: Star players’ secret riches exposed

Unlike their on field exploits watched by millions, Australia’s richest footballers are quietly and cleverly earning plenty of money away from the game.

You’re $1m richer if you live in these areas

Aussies living in these unexpected suburbs are almost $1 million richer after a 50 per cent hike that not many saw coming.

Man killed in light plane crash identified

A 67-year-old father has been confirmed dead after a light plane took off from a private airstrip and crashed.

Sex doll at Sydney park sparks police investigation

An extensive crime scene was set up after reports a body had been found in bushland in Sydney’s north — however, the remains weren’t human.

Baird bombshell: Why Mike is leaving Sydney

Mike Baird, who will never rule out a political comeback, discusses his upcoming move to Melbourne and his strained friendship with Gladys Berejiklian.

Rebel Wilson marries for second time

Rebel Wilson and her wife Ramona Agruma have legally tied the knot in a surprise ceremony with a special guest in attendance.

179 feared dead in horror crash at South Korean airport

Only two people are believed to have survived after an airliner carrying 175 passengers and six crew crashed at South Korea’s Muan International Airport. Follow the updates.

Aussie woman catfished by own boyfriend

A Sydney woman has spoken out about the bizarre moment she was catfished – but there’s more to the story than meets the eye.

Midlife crisis: 40 reasons why NSW faces a ‘silver tsunami’

For the first time the average age of NSW has cracked 40 – bringing with it a host of problems, experts say.

‘Piggy bank for crooks’: Raids net $600m from NDIS scammers

Providers suspected of swindling millions of dollars from the NDIS have been swooped on in a series of December raids.

The need for speed: What it’s like to train with NRL’s fastest

Already one of the fastest men in the NRL, Dom Young knows he can move even faster. Watch the exclusive video as the Roosters flyer invites you into the training sessions to reveal...

$450m divorce: Billionaire accused of abusing alcoholic wife

A mega-rich Australian businessman is embroiled in a bitter divorce case where his ex-wife wants to increase her slice of the asset split to $450 million.

Murdered wife’s alleged plea to cops over husband’s 18 knives

Police allegedly discovered 18 knives and an axe hidden in the home of a Sydney couple during a welfare check, just months before the wife was fatally stabbed.

Taxpayers slugged $50k as ACCC bosses fly overseas

Taxpayers have been slugged close to $50k so the bosses of the ACCC could go on all-expenses paid international jaunts to Europe and South America. See the itineraries here.

Inside scoop on Tyra Banks’ Aussie summer holiday

American supermodel Tyra Banks has topped off a triumphant year with a trip Down Under during the festive season. SEE OUR EXCLUSIVE PICS.

Overall winner locked in as Sydney to Hobart yacht sails without a boom

Celestial has been named provisional winner of the Sydney to Hobart while vision has emerged of a yacht making her way to the finish without a boom. WATCH THE VIDEO.

The Aussie and Hollywood stars we lost

A number of our beloved stars took their final bows this year. Here, we reflect on some famous lives well lived in Hollywood and across Australia.

Tennis star Poo-poohs Latham’s claims of friendship

Mark Philippoussis has once again denied being friends with Mark Latham after the politician posted thanks on social media for a gift he claims the tennis star sent him.

‘Gentle soul’: Fatal shark attack sends shockwaves through Qld community

A 40-year-old school chaplain who died following a shark attack in Queensland waters has been remembered as an “inspirational leader”.

Aussie homes that smashed 2024 records

Huge amounts of money were spent on homes in parts of the nation throughout 2024. These were the top record breakers.

Star’s daughter reveals fame downside

Lily-Rose Depp is forging her own path, taking on provocative roles that have turned her into an ‘it’ girl.

Why you can’t ignore this electric SUV

When there’s an influx of luxury electric SUVs, they can start to blur into one. But this one is different.

‘D**khead’: Why star left The Block

Foreman Keith stepped back from The Block this year after more than a decade on the show. Now, he’s revealed the brutal reason why.

Rebel Wilson marries for second time

Rebel Wilson and her wife Ramona Agruma have legally tied the knot in a surprise ceremony with a special guest in attendance.

The Aussie and Hollywood stars we lost

A number of our beloved stars took their final bows this year. Here, we reflect on some famous lives well lived in Hollywood and across Australia.

‘Your fly has been undone’: Barnesy’s new book

The Singer And The Superstar

Tough car you want during an apocalypse

This all-terrain marvel is a mix of rugged capability, luxury and practicality. It could even save you from the end of the world.

Sam Kerr rushes to be with injured gran hit by a car

Matilda’s star Sam Kerr has rushed to be with her grandmother after the driver of a ute allegedly struck her with his car and has since been charged.

Aussies are not happy about this little-known grocery fact

"The supermarkets are the winners, not the consumers!"

I thought this horrible look had died – now it’s back

Trends come and go but there is one that somehow seems to be making a strong return.

This is the best thing you will drink this summer

Whether you spend your summer poolside, beachside or holed up in airconditioned comfort, we have found the best bevs to help beat the heat.

Robert Irwin’s hilarious reaction after snake takes his boots hostage

Robert Irwin was forced to retrieve a snake from his boots earlier this week, with the Wildlife Warrior sharing a hilarious response to the situation on social media.

Wellness travellers are flocking to Vietnam

As a seasoned wellness traveller, I decided to test out the next big health destination.

Scumbag got me! Scam I didn’t see coming until it was too late

If you think you’re too smart to be scammed, don’t be so cocky. All it took was one text ‘from my bank’ to get sucked in, writes Kylie Lang.

‘I’m 15, I’ll be blind by the time I’m 30’

Mitchell Wilkes, who was just 12 when he was told he was losing his sight, is one of many who are accessing vital, award-winning programs that help disabled Aussies lead fuller liv...

Why life insurance runs a distant second to protecting our cars

Is your car more valuable than your life and income? Research by a life insurance group suggests many Aussies think so.

Fabulous, fearless females dominate Australia’s top 50 sports stars

On the world’s sporting stage Australia once again batted way above average with incredible results in the Olympics and across the sporting spectrum. These are our 50 biggest stars...

Rebel brings wife and daughter home to Australia

Rebel Wilson has returned home for the summer after a tumultuous year. It’s the Aussie queen of comedy’s first trip home since she married Ramona Agruma.

Dumb aircon mistake a million Aussies make

We’re using it wrong: families are throwing money away needlessly this summer due to a simple misuse of their aircon units, research shows.