Email

Email

View in browser

18th February 2025

AM Edition

What rate cut means for home loans and election

A highly anticipated cash rate decision is poised to bring both relief to Australian households and spur Anthony Albanese to officially launch his bid to remain Prime Minister.

Bank move could deny borrowers rate relief

Major banks are expected to pass on an RBA rate cut in full, but it’s up to borrowers to actually pay less each month.

Manly legend’s emotional plea for ashes to be scattered at Brookie

A Sea Eagles legend has made an emotional request for his ashes to be scattered over his beloved Brookvale Oval. It comes as the ‘Godfather of Manly’ calls for the famous Brookie H...

Nurse in vile video gives major update

A Sydney nurse at the centre of a viral video allegedly threatening harm to Israeli patients has sent another message through his lawyer.

‘Disgusting’ Hanks slammed over portrayal of Trump supporter

Tom Hanks’ depiction of a Donald Trump supporter for Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary has outraged MAGA supporters, with many accusing the star of being “tone deaf” and “dumb...

‘Utter failure’: Sydney council mergers cost ratepayers millions

Most Sydney councils are paying tens of millions more on staffing costs than the equivalent council areas were prior to 2016’s amalgamations.

‘Weak’: Aussie captive appears in new video

Australian Oscar Jenkins has appeared in an unverified video uploaded to YouTube, showing he is still in captivity in Russia.

Food truck firebombed as owners deny pending ‘Acai wars’

Police are investigating after a popular food store in Sydney’s west was destroyed in a firebombing, with its owners denying “Acai wars” are unfolding on the city’s streets.

NRL great Nathan Merritt hit with AVO application

Legendary South Sydney Rabbitohs player Nathan Merritt will face court after police applied to take out an apprehended violence order against him.

Students overboard! Report into Sydney ferry fail revealed

A routine school ferry trip that ended with pupils from an elite private school thrown into Sydney Harbour has resulted in calls for a safety overhaul.

‘Embarrassingly bad’: Kids flunk citizenship test in dark sign for democracy

‘Embarrassingly’ few Australian kids know enough about our democratic institutions and their own civic duty, new national testing reveals.

‘Cutting red tape’: New housing body rubber stamps 6800 homes

Eleven massive housing projects to create 6800 new homes have been green-lit after just two hours of the first meeting of the Minns government’s new housing delivery body.

Baby gorilla who beat the odds welcomes sibling

Cuteness can come in all shapes and sizes – just ask Mogo Wildlife Park’s team, who are celebrating the birth of their latest gorilla infant, which is the sibling of the very brave...

Calls to strip funding of Muslim organisations over support for Bankstown nurses

The Coalition has urged taxpayer funding be cut from Muslim bodies linked to signatories of a joint statement lashing the reaction to the sacking of two Bankstown nurses over anti-...

Costner goes viral over reaction to Reynolds’ Baldoni ‘joke’

Ryan Reynolds’ attempt to make light of the legal drama surrounding his wife Blake Lively and her former co-star Justin Baldoni has left Kevin Costner unimpressed.

Clover Moore steps back from plan to reject contacts with Israel-linked companies

The controversial proposal by City of Sydney councillors has been scrapped prior to a meeting, with the Lord Mayor’s team gutting the Greens-led motion.

The five worst bin acts revealed

How hard is it to dispose of garbage without irritating your neighbours? It seems there are quite a few ways to commit a dog act on bin day. SEE THE LIST.

Man refused bail after ‘live smoke grenade’ allegedly seized

A man bailed to live in Queensland has been remanded in custody after being arrested in southern NSW following the alleged discovery of a live “military grade” smoke grenade and am...

‘Complex’: Vatican releases concerning Pope update

The Vatican has given an update into the health of hospitalised Pope Francis as concerns around his well-being grow.

‘Values based education’: More parents choosing private schools for their kids

Public school enrolments in NSW have declined for a fourth consecutive year as private schools continue to swallow up a larger share of students, ringing alarm bells for their ongo...

‘Scourge’: Wake-up call for woman entangled in alleged bikie drug op

Former AFL staffer Simone Fisher — who helped supply drugs allegedly for the Comanchero — received a stark reality check about the consequences of involving herself in organised cr...

TV star marries in lavish Sydney ceremony

A popular Aussie TV star has married his fiancee in a lavish ceremony in Sydney just seven months after getting engaged.

‘Disgusting’ Hanks slammed over portrayal of Trump supporter

Tom Hanks’ depiction of a Donald Trump supporter for Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary has outraged MAGA supporters, with many accusing the star of being “tone deaf” and “dumb...

The five worst bin acts revealed

How hard is it to dispose of garbage without irritating your neighbours? It seems there are quite a few ways to commit a dog act on bin day. SEE THE LIST.

I said I’d never cruise again, see why I’ve changed my mind

After 23 years I took the plunge and went on the seven day cruise of the South Pacific I said I would never do again. Here’s my guide and tips for a fabulous cruising holiday.

‘My child just learnt one of the worst swear words of all‘

A four-year-old girl has inadvertently got her uncle in trouble after being asked to share the worst swear word she knows.

New benefit of weight loss drug in Australia

In an Australian first, a weight loss drug has been approved for use to treat this common disease in obese and overweight patients.

Property expert’s tips to owning more real estate wealth

A Sydney-based buyer’s agent has taken to social media saying he’d much prefer to invest in more real estate than spend all his income paying off debt. But some homeowners aren’t h...

Harry makes a vow in heartfelt speech

Prince Harry made a promise to servicemen and women during his speech at the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games.

Daniel Craig ignites wild $10m neighbour war

Former James Bond star Daniel Craig and his actress wife Rachel Weisz have engaged in a bitter fight with neighbours over a ridiculous addition to their home.

Want to identify as a cat? Do it at home, not in our schools

Identifying as a cat is in fact a thing. But does it belong in an educational environment with a class full of children? Not one bit, writes Kylie Lang.

Top Deals: Save up to $550 on Dyson, KitchenAid

From homewares and technology to beauty products and fashion — there are heaps of bargains up for grabs across a range of popular brands. See the week’s top deals.

Surf star’s inspiring comeback after breaking back

Queensland pro surfer Sophie McCulloch once feared she might never walk again - let alone compete after breaking her back in a terrifying wipe-out where she slammed into a reef.

30 ways cruises are outdoing themselves in 2025

From dreamboats launching to new destinations to novel experiences, here’s the ultimate guide to help you book a cruise to remember in 2025.

Sarah Harris revisits racy shoot with THAT dress

The Project co-host Sarah Harris recalls what happened when she wore a daring outfit on the set of a major fashion shoot, leaving her team ‘begging’ her to ‘put o...

Rarely-seen mystery creature leaves locals stumped

An odd-looking sea creature that washed up on a Queensland beach has been identified as a rarely-seen fish.

‘Lambo Guy’ splashes out on $6.5m supercar

‘Lambo Guy’ Adrian Portelli has just scored himself a new $6.5m Supercar, on the proviso that no one else in Australia can own one.

‘I’ve found the ultimate creepy hack to falling asleep’

Falling asleep can be a real problem for many but is this the solution to getting a good night’s rest?

Pole position: Young gun primed to win Australian Grand Prix

In an exclusive interview, Formula One icon Guenther Steiner has declared Oscar Piastri is ready to not only win his home Grand Prix, but take out the world championship.

1.5 million Aussies in limbo despite rate cut

A single rate cut is like ‘throwing a cup of water on a bushfire’ and will do next to nothing to ease at least 1.5 million Aussies. Here’s why.

Dreading the new Snow White? Try this instead

Fantasy and romantasy (shorthand: dragons and sex) are so hot right now, with fans flocking to yet another twist on the genre: mashed-up fairytales for the grown-ups.

The secret parenting formula to winning 'I'm A Celeb'

After weeks of trials, tribulations, and gross tucker, the winner is crowned, and they have something in common with many other winners before them.