‘Impostor’: Aussie hero unmasked as fake
The man hailed a hero for changing Australia’s fortunes with the discovery of gold has been unmasked as an ‘utterly loathsome’ fake who did no such thing.
Books
’I could go more into Midnight Oil world’: Rocker teases new book
The restless creative at the heart of rock legends Midnight Oil has flagged an idea that will thrill Aussie music fans as he muses what to do next.
New chair announced after festival shock exit
The Sydney Writers’ Festival has announced its new chair, just days after Kathy Shand quit over concerns this year’s event lacked diverse views on the Gaza conflict.
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.
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Stunning Folbigg lawyer, husband revelations
Kathleen Folbigg’s defence lawyer revealed his private views about her guilt in a startling conversation – while her husband’s remarks about the deaths of their children were suppressed.
‘Had to kill her’: Folbigg dad’s brutality
Kathleen Folbigg’s controlling father killed her mother after a family picnic turned sour – one of many tragic steps in a journey once again being brought to public attention.
‘Love’: What your dog is telling you
The animal expert who helped save social media’s most famous fearful dog, Sophie From Romania, shares three things all dog owners need to know – and how to help a pooch in panic.
Fresh blow after 8 women accuse star of rape
A New Zealand woman has alleged famous author Neil Gaiman “violently raped” her repeatedly when she worked as his live-in nanny.
’Give me 10 years’: Potter to politics
From reality TV trailblazer to author, Brooke Blurton wants to make a difference. Having just released her first novel, what’s next? Kids, uni and Parliament, possibly.
‘Be the Greater Asshole’: Why Musk wins
Fed up with losing? A leading business journalist has analysed the habits of Elon Musk to work out how we can all use the tec titan’s tactics in our own lives.
‘Huge gripe’ dividing Aussie industry
Experts have revealed the “huge gripe” they have with a major trend dividing an Aussie industry while it simultaneously brings a community together.
Mermaid murder mystery: Haunted by a hellish past
Prostitution, assault and murder. A confronting chapter in Australia’s story has led to a modern mystery with its roots in the past – and Irish folklore.
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