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Agony Aunty: ABC slugs Aussies $105 as lavish spending revealed
The ABC costs Aussies more than the price of a Netflix subscription. See where its $1.1 billion dollar budget has been spent, vote and have your say.
Top earning ABC staff and their fat cat six-figure salaries
The national broadcaster has been tight-lipped about salaries but does reveal some of its top earners. See the list.
Vile nurses lawyer up and refuse to face police
The two nurses at the centre of the hate speech video filmed inside Bankstown Hospital have refused to be voluntarily interviewed by police.
Hate-filled nurses are ‘like Sam Kerr’: Islamic leader’s bizarre claim
A Sydney Islamic leader has refused to condemn the nurses at the centre of the vile hate video that has shocked the nation, bizarrely likening them to Matildas captain Sam Kerr.
‘Touching’ scandal that led to Wests Tigers ownership infighting uncovered
An alleged inappropriate touching scandal was a major factor in the breakdown of the relations among the board of the Wests Tigers ownership.
How two NRL stars ended up in an infinity pool with superstar DJ
It’s the most unlikely encounter of the NRL pre-season. Two of the games biggest stars rubbing shoulders with a global music sensation. Now James Tedesco reveals how they ended up in a casino infinity pool together.
How disused rec centre became Sydney’s newest uni campus
The Education Minister wants to see more uni crests than ‘golden arches’ popping up in Western Sydney, pouring money into new study hubs to connect locals with higher education.
Kerr’s next move after not guilty verdict
Matildas captain Samantha Kerr gave a very short, but sweet reaction as she returned to the pitch following her not guilty verdict.
Health
Six hacks to save on your private health insurance
Leading experts reveal their top six tips on how to get the best deal on your private health insurance – including this warning on a mistake couples often make.
This quick test can save your life — if you know about it
Many women don’t know about a simple self-screening test that can help prevent a “devastating” cancer.
We were shocked to find out we couldn’t get pregnant
Carly De Mamiel and her partner Steven Hosking scheduled a fertility appointment to rule out any issues. They were “floored” to find out they would need IVF.
Sex makes men think of fertility – but they don’t know this
A shock amount of people don’t realise these things can impact fertility. How does your knowledge stack up? TAKE THIS QUIZ
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SuperCoach NRL: Who kicks goals at every club in 2025
The 2025 season is expected to see a number of new sharpshooters take control of the kicking tee across the NRL, we breakdown the goalkicking depth at every club.
Only the best servo flowers will do on February 14
Casanova. Errol Flynn. Former police minister David Elliott. Here’s some tips from one of the great romantics of our time on how to spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day.
Hate-filled nurses’ rants show we cannot look the other way any longer
In Australia, in 2025, the hatred of Jews is no longer whispered behind closed doors — it is shouted, celebrated and paraded in the streets, writes Dvir Abramovich.
‘This was an attack’: Dozens injured as car rams Munich crowd
At least 28 people have been injured – some seriously – after a car drove through a crowd of people in Munich, a day before JD Vance and Volodymyr Zelensky attend a conference in the city.
Controversial Australian artist pulled from global exhibit
An artist whose body of work includes images of a former terror leader and a September 11 video titled ‘Thank You Very Much’ will no longer be representing Australia at one of the world’s biggest art shows.
‘Secret loopholes’: MPs furious over political donations cap
Independent MPs angry at Labor and the Coalition for cutting a deal to cap political donations and spending have lashed out and made a threat for the next election.
New recruit stars as Sharks shake off Hynes injury scare
Sharks recruit Addin Fonua-Blake has had an immediate impact at the club, while Cronulla star Nicho Hynes was sporting an ice pack after being pulled from the field.
Drug lord set to father IVF baby from behind bars
The girlfriend of a serious organised crime figure – locked up in Port Phillip Prison – has shared some startling pregnancy news.
No plans for Valentine’s Day? Check out our last-minute ideas
Valentine’s Day is set to inject $22m into the NSW economy as couples wine, dine and celebrate the day of love with lavish gifts. No plans? We’ve got you covered – whether you’re single or coupled-up.
‘Unsafe’: China drops flares on Aussie plane
Just two days after a Chinese fighter plane dropped flares on an RAAF plane, three of Beijing’s warships have popped up off Australia’s coast.
JoJo Siwa spotted looking loved-up with new Aussie girlfriend
Former Dance Moms and Nickelodian star JoJo Siwa is back in town, looking ready for a romantic Valentine’s Day with Aussie girlfriend Kath Ebbs.
Konstas smashes maiden One Day ton in losing effort
Sam Konstas has responded to the Australian selectors’ message to “keep knocking the door down”, blasting a superb 116 from just 98 balls for NSW against Queensland.
‘It’s a total mess’: Dragons coach breaks silence on Molo saga
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has broken his silence on the Francis Molo saga, conceding the former Queensland Origin prop may not return this season after crisis talks with the NRL.
Parliamentary inquiry recommends e-bikes on footpaths
E-bikes, fatboys and E-scooters could be ridden on footpaths up to 15km/hr if the recommendations of a new NSW parliamentary inquiry are agreed to.
Hot new couple alert: Sydney celebs’ blossoming romance
Rising stars Will McDonald and Annabel Wolfe are officially an item after the loved-up couple had kept their relationship under wraps for months.
Complaints about Lattouf revealed
Details of the complaints made to the ABC about Antoinette Lattouf have been revealed in former chair Ita Buttrose’s statement to the Federal Court.
Surprise way rate cut could backfire
Homeowners may be welcoming the prospect of imminent mortgage relief, but imminent rate cuts could unleash a hidden force that will affect the cost of living.
Apple TV+ finally comes to Android phones
Apple has finally released its streaming platform on rival Android devices, and is offering users a seven-day free trial amid pressure to open up its tightly-controlled systems.
‘Green shoots’: CBA shows we’ve finally hit a turning point
The banking giant is the closest thing Australia has to a real-time measure of the economy. And big investors are now betting on an important shift coming.
Second major bank cuts interest rates
Another of Australia’s big four banks has cut interest rates for one group of borrowers, ahead of the RBA’s highly anticipated February meeting.
Slippery fix could silence Sydney’s notorious ‘screeching’ train line
Sydney Trains will trial train track ‘lubrication’ on the tightest bend in the city’s rail network as the sound of ‘screeching trains’ leaves locals seething and at their wits’ end.
‘Not satisfied’: Preschool owner wins appeal after death of baby
The boss of a northwest Sydney preschool found guilty of failing to protect children from harm, after a baby was found unresponsive in a cot and later died, has successfully appealed a conviction.
‘Madness’: Lib candidate’s bid to kill Oxford St cycleway plans
A controversial proposal to replace half the lanes of a major Sydney road with a bike path — which has sparked fury from locals — could hold the key to the coalition clawing back the eastern suburbs.
International student’s second bail plea after alleged public sex acts
An international student on a visa who is alleged to have performed sexual acts in public, including near a bus stop and playground in western Sydney, has made a second bid for bail.
Suspect’s nudie run after gun found in stolen car
A bush manhunt by cops on foot and in the air north of Newcastle has failed to find any trace of a pantless driver wanted after officers recovered a gun from a stolen car.
Seaside spat: Free campers ordered to pack up and prance on
Free-campers at a popular northern NSW beach have sprayed investigators after receiving a one-month notice to pack up their “unauthorised” dwellings and leave. See the wild video.
Getaway driver in Westfield stabbing sentenced
A woman whisked her friend away from the scene of a furious, unprovoked stabbing and helped dispose of the “blood stained knife” before stealing a set of number plates to “avoid detection”.
Legal costs awarded to crash death accused after trial delayed
A man claiming he suffered a covid blackout behind the wheel before the road death of a northern NSW farmer has been awarded legal costs due to ongoing delays ahead of his trial.
Bankstown Hospital workers brag about ‘killing’ Israeli patients
Two Sydney nurses have been stood down after they were filmed declaring they refuse to treat Israeli patients and would “kill them” if they presented to their ward.
Teenager killed in Sydney car crash
A teenage driver has died after his car left the road and struck a tree in Sydney’s west.
Samurai sword agent charged after alleged love triangle altercation
A Sydney real estate agent currently on a good behaviour bond over a samurai sword attack has been charged over a late-night altercation which police say left a man and a woman with head and facial injuries and sparked a siege.
Aussie among five questioned over wild Bali brawl
An Australian is among a group of tourists being grilled by Bali police over a fight outside a popular beach club, with calls for them to spend time behind bars.
‘Unsafe’: Three Chinese warships lurk off Australian coast
Authorities have sent navy and air force assets to the area with the threat coming just days after a Beijing fighter jet dropped flares on an Australian military plane.
Zelensky wants plan to ‘stop Putin’ before US-Russia peace talks
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said the United States should agree on a joint plan to stop Russia before Donald Trump engages in talks with Vladimir Putin.
Israel threatens ‘intense fighting’ if hostages aren’t released
Israel has declared the ceasefire with Hamas will end if the militant group failed to release three hostages over the weekend but the militant group said it was committed to the truce agreement.
Dick Smith praises crackdown on scams
The outspoken businessman has welcomed new legislation that will impose fines of up to $50m on social media companies, banks and telcos that fail to actively detect and prevent scams.
Warning of 70pc rise in energy bills in decade
Australians have endured substantial increases in their energy bills and a think tank has warned more is inevitable without policy changes.
Star boss failed to tell board of China cards cancellation
Former Star Entertainment chief executive Matt Bekier failed to inform his board that the casino operator had cancelled the use of China Union Pay cards in 2020, a court has been told.
‘Nonsense’ AI infecting real estate
The greater use of generative AI is putting an increasingly creative, generic and often inaccurate spin on property marketing. See inside a decoded list of the top used euphemisms.
Sydney’s rental market cools off
Sydney’s rental market is cooling, with the largest rental declines observed across these suburbs, and things could get even better for tenants.
Chemist Warehouse boss scores ‘spare’ $25m mansion
The flamboyant boss of Chemist Warehouse, which lists on the ASX today for the first time, has pounced on a beachfront home for $25m — while keeping his existing luxury mansion.
‘Don’t do this!’: dealing with questionable neighbours
This is what you should and shouldn’t do if you have questionable neighbours.
‘Didn’t want to forgive her’: New Belle Gibson revelations
The Aussie creator of the new Belle Gibson show has told of her thoughts on meeting the fraudster, as she opened up about the “catastrophic consequences” of the cancer scam.
Taylor engagement rumours swirl after Super Bowl drama
Travis Kelce’s parents and brother have made their feelings about Taylor Swift clear, as the star couple move on from the Super Bowl disaster.
What to watch on TV and streaming this week
There’s more rich people behaving badly in the return of The White Lotus and a genre-bending new series is a must-see for the parents of teens and tweens.
‘Fingers crossed’: Star’s Bridget Jones hope
Renee Zellweger has spoken about what could be next for the Bridget Jones movies, saying she has her “fingers crossed” about the future.
SuperCoach trial scores: Hynes impresses but big question mark remains
Nicho Hynes showed moments of brilliance in his first hit out of the year, but one big question mark over him still remains. See all the SuperCoach scores from Week 2 of the Pre-Season Challenge.
Canterbury, Tamworth tips: Pride’s mare to leave rivals Weeping
The best detailed guide to NSW race meetings
Star trio fires as 36ers conquer the Kings
‘Needs to prove himself’: Eels great’s $400k wake up call for Brown
Shorts
Giants make light of UFC star’s no-show
All Stars hit the waves
McVee suffers hamstring injury at pre-season training
Ben Horne breaks down stunning Kuhnemann news
Power confirm coaching succession plan
Latrell Mitchell’s Stunning Transformation – Fitter Than Ever for 2025!
Who had dunk of the tournament at the U20 Nationals?
Brandan Parfitt goes off the deck for brilliant goal
Sport Con: Munster vs. Hughes in $10K booze ban bet
Melbourne Storm stars Cameron Munster and Jahrome Hughes have put their money on the line in a pre-season booze ban bet – have your say on who will win.
‘He can make it his own’: King Gutho anoints Eels prince
Former Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has opened up about the untried NRL rookie set to replace him in the no. 1 jumper at the Eels.
How the Australian cricket system betrayed Kuhnemann
Just days after bowling Australia to victory over Sri Lanka, Matthew Kuhnemann’s world has been flipped on its head. BEN HORNE questions how the system let things get this far?
Pat Carrigan rekindles romance with TV star
Pat Carrigan is officially off the market with the love-struck Broncos star rekindling his romance with Channel 9 journalist Bronte Gildea.
A-League’s expansion scrapped for a second straight year
Plans for a Canberra men’s team in the A-League’s have fallen through for a second year in a row- leaving the APL scrambling to find a solution for the struggling women’s outfit.
Tah’s plan: Edmed and Suaalii to launch a threat set to rival Folau
Waratah playmaker Tane Edmed holds the key to unlocking Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s potential, and has a plan to replicate Israel Folau’s aerial assault, JAMIE PANDARAM with the exclusive details.
69 romantic recipes for a flirty date night at home
Maxi-Bon is dropping two incredible nostalgic ice cream flavours
And the first 10,000 ice creams are free!
21 of the very best places to eat, drink and stay in Byron Bay
Byron Bay needs no introduction. And neither do its dining and accommodation offerings. But if you only have a limited number of days in the sun-soaked town and want to sample the very best it has to offer, then this list is for you. Here are 21 of the best places to eat, drink and stay in Byron Bay.
Inside the wreckage that left Ezra Mam fighting for career
Watch the emerging monsters ready to rock the NRL
Check out the hulking young metre-eaters storming the NRL and turning the conventional wisdom that props are like fine wines which require time to reach their full potential on its head.
Old traditions and historic firsts: Inside Mal’s Kangaroos overhaul
Australia coach Mal Meninga has revealed his unique Kangaroos UK tour plan which will revive an old-fashioned tradition, include an extra Test and a historic training camp in the UAE.
Blair: What if US tariffs were instead a carbon tax?
Laugh is on Labor and its festival of weakness
Energy and Climate Minister Chris Bowen says Labor is providing cheaper power thanks to renewable energy. The numbers say otherwise, writes Tim Blair.
Happy Inauguration Day to all the haters and losers
The loser/hater community now faces an enemy who has become massively emboldened by that community’s own ruinous tactics. Trump’s foes are the authors of their own destruction, writes Tim Blair.
Where was the Hawaiian pizza invented?
A supernova is a powerful explosion of a what?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
In which month of 1963 was JFK assassinated?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
Late TikTok star allegedly part of dodgy sex abuse scheme
Underworld figure admits role in death of Rebels bikie
John Jamie Tozer was one of Rebels bikie gang member Ricky Ciano’s closest mates. Now he’s admitted to manslaughter for sourcing the drugs for the hotshot that killed him.
Man accused of possessing child abuse material hit by strike force
A potent strike force under NSW Police’s Sex Crimes Squad have charged a middle-aged South Coast man with possessing child abuse material in the latest raid as part of their operations.
I’m shocked by Australia after 8 years away
‘Aussie Maldives’ 3h from Sydney
This babe of a bay has blinding white sand, shallow emerald waters and friendly rays you can swim with. No wonder tourists are calling it the Maldives of Australia.
Controversial change to famous Bali beach
A contentious change to a world-famous Bali beach has Aussie tourists up in arms. But some say it’s all our own fault so we have no right to complain…
‘Karen’ rages at driving instructor after close call
‘Are we not on dry land?’: ‘Sovereign’ arrested
A ranting sovereign citizen attempted to charge police officers $33,000 an hour during a traffic stop – before being hit with a slew of charges.
‘Unaware’: Fatal warning on e-bike boom
The surge of use in e-bikes on our roads and footpaths is fuelling a crisis most Aussies don’t even know about.
How our car-azy adventure has bean a lifesaver
130-days, 17 countries: Bean Team finish epic adventure
After an epic 130-day journey retracing the famous 1927 route of Francis Birtles, intrepid explorers Matthew Benns and Warren Brown arrived in Melbourne on Friday after driving from London.
Australia’s Top End is truly hair-raising Territory for Bean team
The recreation of Francis Birtles’ epic 1927 drive from London to Melbourne has had some hair-raising moments across the globe — but Australia’s Top End topped the lot.
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