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27th December 2024

AM Edition

Two sailors dead as tragedy strikes Sydney to Hobart

Two sailors have died in seperate incidents on a torrid first night of the Sydney to Hobart on the boats Flying Fish Arctos (NSW) and Bowline (SA)

Balenciaga bikie Tarek Zahed to walk free from prison today

Former Comanchero boss Tarek Zahed - who survived being shot 10 times at an Auburn gym - is set to be released from a NSW prison today (Friday).

US tourist slams Australia for rampant anti-Semitism

A Jewish tourist holidaying in Australia says former Love Island star Sadee Sub Laban attacked them in a park, calling them ‘children killers’ and telling them to get out.

Master Lock Comanche leads as expert predicts dangerous night

Master Lock Comanche still has the jump on her rival LawConnect, but a long night lies ahead for the brave sailors in the Sydney to Hobart. Follow all the action LIVE.

Drug-fuelled dad’s vicious baseball bat attacks on partner

The court heard one strike on the woman’s legs hit so hard it broke the wooden baseball bat in two. The second assault, this time with a metal bat, left the woman unable to walk.

Bubbles on a budget: Posh areas ignite $30 trend in suburbs

Oh la la – there’s a new bubbly topping the wish list of Aussie revellers this New Year’s Eve. See the top 10 suburbs where you live and who’s buying which tipple.

Kohli stunner: Indian star dodges suspension for Konstas bump

Virat Kohli has escaped suspension for his bump on Australian debutant Sam Konstas, the man who earlier stole the show with a stunning fifty on debut. RECAP DAY ONE HERE.

Taxpayers to foot near $1m ‘consultancy’ bill for golf club carve up

Almost $1m will be spent on consultancy fees to come up with ‘preliminary design’ to convert a huge section of an inner Sydney golfing course into public parkland.

Drug kingpin confesses to record-breaking heroin import

Police discovered almost 1000 blocks of heroin concealed inside two industrial bakery mixers imported from Malaysia. But it would be two years before officers bagged their main man...

Cash cow: Museum to rake in $10m from new admission fee

The Museum of Contemporary Art is slapping an entry fee on visitors to compensate for what it says is stagnating government funding – but the numbers don’t add up.

Huge upset hits Portelli’s Block lottery

Aussie Billionaire Adrian Portelli’s historic The Block giveaway ended in a controversial result.

Teen stabbed at busy shopping centre

A teenager has been hospitalised after being slashed with a knife multiple times at a busy Westfield shopping centre.

Crash: No one’s surprised Virat’s penalty didn’t match the crime

Virat Kohli should have been banned for his bump on Sam Konstas, and the game has fallen short yet again, writes Robert Craddock. HAVE YOUR SAY.

Celebrity matches and hatches in 2024

It’s been a year of new babies and lavish wedding ceremonies for many Aussie celebrities — and most couldn’t wait to tell the world.

Beach clean-up a small price to pay to see fun return to Sydney

Scenes of garbage left on beaches by Christmas Day revellers have spawned outrage, but Tim Blair reckons Sydneysiders could learn a thing or two from the partying backpackers.

The Sydney underworld figures who fled for their own safety

In the last 18 months, four major crime figures, believed to have contracts on their heads, have fled Australia. A NSW Police detective explains why authorities sometimes help get ...

‘Extreme’: Total fire ban for Sydney

A total fire ban will be enforced in Sydney and other parts of NSW on Friday with temperatures expected to top 40C during the hottest day of summer yet.

‘Common sense prevailed’: Restaurant’s court win after NIMBY row

A restauranter who won a court battle to allow his iconic Sydney northern beaches venue to stay open beyond 4pm has lamented the challenges the industry faces from “a few people wi...

How Australia’s celebrities celebrated Christmas

Some of Australia’s most recognisable faces gave us a glimpse of how they celebrated Christmas on social media. See what they got up to here.

Australia’s online safety tsar unfazed by Trump, Musk

Despite copping criticism from Elon Musk, Australia’s eSafety commissioner won’t be deterred as she finds ways to work with the incoming Trump administration.

Long legs of the law! Cops capture fun side of policing

A group of police officers have won over social media after being spotted engaging in a playful race with a group of teenagers at Bondi Beach over the Christmas break.

Celebrity matches and hatches in 2024

It’s been a year of new babies and lavish wedding ceremonies for many Aussie celebrities — and most couldn’t wait to tell the world.

Huge upset hits Portelli’s Block lottery

Aussie Billionaire Adrian Portelli’s historic The Block giveaway ended in a controversial result.

Taylor and Travis’ staggering net worth and how they can grow it

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have each made a fortune out of their respective careers, but they could move into a new era of brand marketing and super wealth as a unit.

Big changes coming to Kmart and Target

Discount chains Kmart and Target saw huge demand this festive season for goods appealing to both kids and adults – and expect more “big trends” in the new year.

Boxing Day deals mega guide: Save up to $2000

There are loads of cracking deals up for grabs in the Boxing Day sales. See the top deals on offer across a range of popular brands including KitchenAid, Breville and ghd.

I only have one child, but don’t dare feel sorry for me

The single child stigma is as alive and well today as it was 24 years ago when my son was born, so I sympathise with Bindi Irwin, writes Kylie Lang.

Inside Home and Away star’s $57m mansion

Former Home and Away star Pia Whitesell has given fans a glimpse at the lavish LA mansion she shares with her Hollywood hotshot husband.

‘Horrendous’: Andy Lee, Bec Harding infuriate neighbours

One of Australia’s much loved comedians Andy Lee has managed to get on the nerves of locals over something that is only going to get bigger and noisier.

EV that will finally convert the sceptics

This stunning new EV is one that will likely turn the disbelievers around but there is one rather large catch.

Kate stuns on royal walk after harrowing year

Princess Catherine has dazzled onlookers as she joined the royal family for the traditional Christmas Day celebrations at Sandringham. See the photos.

Putin’s ‘evil’ act on Christmas Day

Vladimir Putin has sparked a fresh wave of fury by ordering an “evil” act from his military to mark Christmas Day.

Wild AI prediction for Aussie homes

The typical Aussie home of the future will be insanely different from what we know today, according to AI.

Year’s most drastic celebrity transformations

Quite a few celebrities underwent some very noticeable changes in 2024, as these staggering before and after pictures show.

How Meghan’s shocker of a year played out

She is the ultimate survivor, able to bounce back from most reputational disasters. But 2024 could well go down as the year Meghan Markle will want to forget.

Aussies chime in on hot cross bun debacle

Hot cross buns are back nearly five months before Easter, but not everyone is happy about it, as shoppers weigh in on when the popular treat should go on sale. See our poll result...

Top Myer Boxing Day deals: Up to 70% off

Myer has announced some major sales for Boxing Day this year, with up to 70 per cent off homewares and more.

Top Boxing Day Dyson deals: Up to $600 off

Boxing Day is here, and with it some huge deals on Dyson hair tools and vacuums that you cannot miss.

What 1996 Adam Sandler film has a sequel to be released in 2025?

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

How Shane Watson fixed his focus – and his game

Sometimes team, work, study or school environments can drag you into focusing on results too much, rather than what we call the “A factors” – the things you are in control of.

Portelli slammed: Block is dud investment

Experts have weighed in on Adrian Portelli’s controversial Phillip Island Block gamble with a united response to whether winners should take the cash or homes.