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15th March 2025

PM Edition

Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: Kiwi Kalyn as fresh rep controversy emerges

A fresh representative controversy involving Kalyn Ponga could erupt in the wake of the Newcastle Knights star’s showing for the Maori All Stars last month. Buzz Rothfield’s Saint,...

Casualty Ward: Turbo scans just for ‘peace of mind’

The Sea Eagles are confident star fullback Tom Trbojevic has not sustained a serious hamstring, while the Panthers are sweating on scan results for Dylan Edwards.

‘Why would you do that’: Tino’s titanic showdown with Fifita

Gold Coast skipper Tino Fa’asuamaleaui opens up on the tensions between himself and David Fifita and the mental demons he will carry on to Belmore Oval on Sunday.

Dumped in a grave: Who killed Johnny ‘Fingers’ Birch?

Johnny Birch had served time in prison related to drug offences and was known within criminal circles as “fingers”. His body was found partially buried and wrapped in a tarp on a r...

Jack v Tommy: Magpies’ pre-game ‘slap’ icon dead at 68

Jack Jeffries, the Wests Magpies player filmed exchanging brutal blows with Tommy Raudonikis before a game, has died aged 68.

The man calling the shots at 2GB

We are obsessed with the people behind the mic, but who are the real decision makers of Sydney radio. Confidential looks at the key players.

‘I rescued a dog and three cats — then we faced homelessness

Single mother and aged care worker Mary MacDonald borrowed against her home to pay her bills - until the money ran out and she and her rescue animals faced living in a car. Then an...

Lawyer responds after former Wallabies skipper sentenced to jail

Rocky Elsom’s lawyer has declared his determination to appeal the two year jail sentence handed down to the former Wallabies captain by a French court sparking an international man...

Counterclaims after Senator drops out of rowdy pub event

There has been a huge twist after Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price cancelled a community event in a regional NSW town after claims she was being harassed by “angry” protesters.

NDIS farce: Pensioner dad paid $200K to fulfil absurd request

Pensioner Mark Toomey, whose son Geoff suffered a brain haemorrhage, has been asked to re-prove his son’s disabilities. See who’s making millions off the failing scheme.

Australia’s youngest child killer released

Australia’s youngest child killer has walked free from jail following a failed bid to keep him behind bars.

‘Gong thriller: Rabbitoh’s brilliant heads-up play sinks Dragons

South Sydney recruit Jamie Humphreys looks to have made the Rabbitohs’ No.7 jersey his own after sealing a comeback victory over St George Illawarra. FOLLOW LIVE.

Blow for homeowners as rate cut gains fade

Homeowner hopes of a boost from interest rate cuts have fallen back to earth as a new market reality sets in at auctions.

MacGill’s drug dealer: ‘He was a very snorty boy’

From feeding his drug habit to dobbing him into the cops, this is the inside account of how cricket legend Stuart MacGill’s cocaine dealer paved the way for his downfall.

Libs, Nats battle it out at Port Macquarie by-election

A holiday hotspot on the state’s mid-north coast has become the new election frontline as voters turn out to choose their next representative – and the Coalition partners turn agai...

Ranked: NSW’s cheapest top school catchments

New modelling has revealed how much parents will have to pay to purchase a home in the top performing state school catchment zones. SEARCH OUR INTERACTIVE

Stranded NASA astronauts a step closer to home

Two NASA astronauts stranded on the International Space Station for nine months could be home within days as SpaceX launches a crew swap mission. See the photos.

‘Catastrophic’: Data bungle puts MPs’ safety at risk

Former government ministers are demanding answers after their private addresses were leaked by the Premier’s Department.

US influencer hits back over wombat stunt

The US influencer who fled Australia after snatching a baby wombat from its mother has opened up about the furore, hitting back at what she calls ‘hypocrisy’.

Teen seriously injured after alleged Sydney road-rage attack

A group of teenagers are in police custody and one remains in hospital after an alleged road-rage attack in southern Sydney ended in a dramatic showdown on a dead-end street, as re...

Doohan drama, McLarens fire with seven teams in Q2’s top 10

Under pressure Australian rookie Jack Doohan looked fast but has faced some drama, with Oscar Piastri second fastest, as seven teams reach Q3. FOLLOW F1 LIVE.

Pressure mounts on government to bring alleged ‘terror van’ mastermind home

Pressure is piling on the government and AFP to bring home the Sydney businessman police believe was behind the fake “terror caravan” plot.

Insane final 10 minutes as Roosters clinch ‘upset of year’

The Roosters looked set for the “upset of the year”. Then Nathan Cleary and Penrith threatened an all-time comeback. Watch how it unfolded — and get the latest on Penrith’s costly ...

Watch: Slithering stowaway spotted inside shopping centre

Shoppers at a major Stockland centre had an unexpected encounter when a snake popped up in an indoor Coles trolley bay.

Quick sale of Yahoo Serious filmmaker’s $50m mansion

Aussie filmmaker Warwick Ross’s $50m mansion was all set to be lauched in a $66k international sales campaign next week, but the agents have found a buyer in two days.

‘Utterly repugnant’: Tommy Little’s dating confession

The comedian on teary radio confessions, his friendship with Carrie Bickmore, entering his 40s with grace – and settling down.

Stranded NASA astronauts a step closer to home

Two NASA astronauts stranded on the International Space Station for nine months could be home within days as SpaceX launches a crew swap mission. See the photos.

Italian tourist hotspots hit by floods and landslides

Torrential rain in northern Italy has led to flooding and landslides and prompted authorities to order mass evacuations in areas of the tourist hotspot. See the pictures.

Nikita Tszyu shares injury timeline after surprise wedding reveal

Nikita Tszyu has cleared up confusion around his wedding earlier this year amid delay to his recovery from hand surgery that will likely push his return to the boxing ring back to ...

Jessica Mauboy reveals details about new baby

Singer Jessica Mauboy is ready to talk about two new arrivals. As she reveals her baby daughter’s name publicly for the first time, she unveils her next career step.

Wild mystery made for Anya

The weird story of a former child prodigy who vanished in search of a fantasy world is one of four extraordinary unsolved mysteries Taylor-made for screen.

#Vanlife or #scamlife? Nitpicking grey nomads and peeing in a cup

Angela Mollard did a deep dive on van lifers and grey nomads. She found it’s not all glorious global wanderers, but smelly, clique-forming travellers as tight-arsed and dull as the...

Lewis Hamilton’s secret $250m empire exposed

He tries to keep it on the down and low but Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton has a secret empire away from motor racing that few know about.

Hidden public school premium costing parents $3m

Parents wanting their kids to get the best state school education may be hit with this hidden cost to get their kids into the top schools in the city.

Real reason Hemsworths moved to Byron

Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky could have chosen any number of desirable locations around the world to raise a family, but they picked Byron Bay – this is why.

From a galaxy far, far away: the AI behind Star Wars-like robots

Inspired by the Star Wars robots that act like a human, Matt Buffa and his friends have developed AI agents that are attracting the interest of US defence companies.

Court adds secrecy in Lively-Baldoni dispute

A judge has ruled on a key request by Blake Lively in her high-profile legal dispute with co-star Justin Baldoni, adding a new layer of secrecy to the case.

Golden Bachelor’s secret Sydney home revealed

One of the secret locations for Channel 9’s The Golden Bachelor is fittingly one of Sydney’s oldest harbourfront trophy homes, Tresco in Elizabeth Bay.

Car that proves failing segment isn’t dead

This luxury car is coming to Australia and like vehicles of the past it isn’t about touchscreens or gimmicks. This car is about the drive.

Adele’s fourth and most recent album has what title?

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

Luckiest postcodes as Aussies chase $1 billion in US lotto

Aussie lotto players have previously come within one number of clinching major US jackpots, as the luckiest suburbs and numbers are revealed.

Pay v passion: Expert advice for school leavers

The ideal career for young Aussies is one that allows them to buy a home, travel, survive the impact of technology and follow their passions. Experts reveal whether this is “realis...

‘Not a fan’: Star slams Meghan

A major British star has revealed she “won’t be watching” Meghan Markle’s much-maligned Netflix series after the Duchess of Sussex announced a new podcast deal.