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3rd December 2024

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Wealthy Americans funding green ‘lawfare’ against Aussie energy projects

The billionaire widow of Apple’s Steve Jobs is leading a foreign charge to funnel money to a taxpayer-funded activist body that tries to block Australian energy projects in court.

The A stands for ‘Activist’: ABC slammed for climate campaigning

From sending a crew to a climate protest at the home of a corporate leader to biased reporting on environmental schemes, the ABC stands accused of blatant energy activism.

Energy illiterate politicians have built a green power disaster

Leading journalist Chris Uhlmann explains how our political leaders are delivering a breathtakingly expensive and unreliable energy grid that will make Australia poorer and weaker.

Minister’s threat: 15 councils given a deadline to fix DA targets

Fifteen Sydney councils failing to meet DA targets have been given a deadline to pick up their game, as new data reveals how far NSW is away from

Hammer attack ends in car crash in Sydney’s inner west

A violent clash in Breakfast Point escalated from an alleged hammer attack to a car crash, leaving four men facing charges.

Laurie Daley Q&A: Blues coach sends message to trolls, critics

Incoming NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley has addressed concerns over his return to the State of Origin job, rejecting claims he is an easy target for critics. Watch the video and read...

Pub group apologises for Australia Day ban

The decision by Australia’s second-largest pub group to ban Australia Day celebrations in 2025 has ignited a wave of public outrage, with thousands calling for boycotts of the affe...

New frontrunner emerges for prized Sydney Labor seat

A local councillor has emerged as the frontrunner in race for a prized Labor seat in Sydney’s south ahead of the federal election next year.

Wild words from ABC’s angry man of yesterday

The ABC boss is usually sold to the Australian public as a worldly sophisticate. In seeking to diminish Rogan, though, he sounds provincial and slight, writes Tim Blair.

Trump nominee’s drunken strip club escapades revealed

A new whistleblower report claims Donald Trump’s pick for Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, was forced out of two past jobs over bombshell allegations.

New bar: Jolene’s owners pick a fine time to open Lucille’s

Husband-and-wife duo Simon and Lucy Rose-Hopkins are taking over jazz bar The Swinging Cat to open Lucille’s, a bar inspired by the musical streets of Memphis.

‘It’s a sad moment’: Another Sydney radio presenter exits

Yet another presenter has announced their departure from ABC Radio Sydney, after sitting behind the mic for the broadcaster for almost three decades.

Great koala park creation struck by conflict of interest allegations

The NSW Government has been urged to halt its review into koala protection on the north coast, following allegations the independence of the report is in question.

Billionaire’s gift to spark shopper chaos

Authorities and shopping centre staff are on alert for potential chaos at two Western Sydney shopping centres this week after an Aussie property mogul announced he would be giving ...

Elton shocks with bombshell health update

The legendary singer told The Devil Wears Prada musical performers he couldn’t see them - but they “sounded great”.

Major twist in train pay dispute

The Rail Tram and Bus Union has dropped the threat of weekend strikes but weekday commuters could be disrupted.

‘I feel like a failure’: Big Brother star’s confession

Reality TV star Reggie Bird has had it all - the title of Big Brother after winning the hearts of Australians - but why does she feel like a failure?

Cult Sydney chook chain El Jannah takes on Australia, and breakfast

Sydney-born charcoal chicken chain El Jannah is spreading its wings, with plans to take on KFC and Maccas with plans to open a new store in Australia every fortnight, and serve up ...

‘War politics’: Biden’s press sec in fiery exchange

Joe Biden’s spokeswoman has denied the President lied about his plan to pardon his son, as she clashed with reporters a day after the controversial backflip was confirmed.

Power play: Regional towns face long blackouts as sparkies strike

If the power goes off, you’re on your own: that’s the message Essential Energy workers have for regional and remote consumers, with rolling strikes every week until Christmas unles...

‘Fast’ foodie: Celebrity chef to fight school zone speeding charge

One of Australia’s most high-profile chefs and restaurant owners is set to fight an allegation he sped through a Sydney school zone at 67km/h in a Porsche.

Bikie arrested in biggest ever coke bust

Thirteen people have been charged over allegedly conspiring to import more than two tonnes of the drug in the largest cocaine seizure in Australian history.

Concerning sign amid heatwave warning

It was the hottest spring on record for the entire nation, which recorded oppressive heatwaves and bouts of flash floods – a sign of what’s to come for summer.

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‘No cap, being a cop is bussin’: Police target schoolies in job ad

Have you seen the new SAPOL recruitment advertisement targeted at school leavers. Cringe or bussin’? Have your say in our poll.

Bane is an enemy of which superhero?

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

This is the worst bit of Christmas – here’s how you handle it

I have many strengths in this life, my spaghetti bolognese, my ability to predict a highly accurate arrival time to a destination and, of ...

7 secrets to score a cheap last-minute holiday

If you think you’ve already missed the boat, relax! Follow these tricks and tips to book the holiday you thought you couldn’t have.

Grim news as housing market makes history

The Australian property market has just done something it has never done before but not everyone will be celebrating.

Vital skill all Aussie workers need to improve

Experts say “we can all do better” when it comes to a particular workplace skill, without which, office “blow-ups” are more likely to occur.

‘They expect me to die’: TV icon’s sad health battle

The beloved Ramsay Street stalwart filmed his final scenes last week, with a heartbreaking reason behind the actor’s exit from the show.

Auto ‘bloodbath’: CEO quits global car giant

First Nissan, now this. Another global automotive giant has suffered a loss that could signal the beginning of the end.

Aussie cricket legend reveals how he finally gave up smoking

Cricket legend Doug Walters was a fair dinkum bloke loved by fans. He also says he was Shane Warne’s “smoking mate”. But this is how he finally gave up the habit.

Aussie landlord’s horror after 12 homes stolen

An Aussie dad has revealed the devastating turn of events that led to him losing a real estate fortune.

Metres from death: Footy fans flee massive lightning strike

Spectators and supporters came within metres of death as a monster lightning storm made downfall at a footy match. Watch the videos and see the pictures.

Greek noodle salad in 3 easy steps

A twist on a classic

Would you pay $17 for this Insta-famous ‘superfood’ smoothie?

A Brisbane copycat of a fancy US grocery store is a hit with local influencers, even with $17 smoothies, $52 seaweed flakes and condiments that cost as much as a flight to LA.

Top overall Cyber Monday deals: Save up to $2K on big brands

Whether you’re chasing a bargain on beauty, fashion, homewares or technology — there are huge savings up for grabs. See the top overall deals.

Matchmaking makes a modern comeback in Indian community

In an era where dating apps reign supreme, more singles are turning to the age-old tradition of matchmaking in search of love.

Top Cyber Monday vacuum deals: Up to 60% off big brands

Get up to 60 per cent off the best vacuums and robot vacuums this Cyber Monday.

Insane footage of runaway Aussie Tesla

This Tesla smashed into multiple cars before driving off the edge of a rooftop car park in crazy scenes all captured on camera.

Punters vs. pros: Wild new challenge coming to Aus Open

Amateur tennis players will get the chance to take a swing at the world’s best in a Grand Slam tournament first to be unveiled at next month’s Australian Open.

Kate Langbroek’s love letter to summer

As summer heralds its return, radio and TV personality Kate Langbroek has some thoughts about the seasonal equivalent of ‘bare shoulders and sticky kisses’.

Bold, bizarre, brilliant: Australia’s best pools revealed

Australia’s best pools for 2024 have been named – you won’t believe some of the jaw-dropping images. SEE THE PHOTOS