MP Gareth Ward found guilty of sexual assault
Former NSW Minister and Kiama MP Gareth Ward has been found guilty of sexually abusing two young men.
Sydney’s worst speed camera hotspot has been revealed. See the worst spots for speeding and red light fines across the state.
A Sydney breeder, described by police as a member of a “notorious dog breeding group”, has been charged after allegedly forcing his way into a western Sydney dog show and assaulting staff.
The big man with the beard and tatts, who’s selling out arenas across the globe, is heading our way. New dad Teddy Swims is reflects on the ride so far, his Aussie fans and how fatherhood rocks his world.
A pole dancer has unveiled more details about a chief suspect in an Australian woman’s murder, revealing his movements in a red light district with his lover before he died. SEE THE VIDEO.
In today’s video, Ray Hadley reveals graphic photos showing the horror injuries a young father has suffered after he was hit by an e-bike. Warning: Graphic content
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No topic was off limits this week when senior racing writer Ben Dorries sat down with Peter V’landys in the Racing NSW boardroom for an exclusive Q&A.
Sera and Kayla were promised their dream bodies before undergoing cosmetic surgeries. But it became a real-life nightmare that costs them thousands. See what happened and expert advice.
He didn’t realise his foot was turning black after he nicked his toe but the simple accident led to a month long hospital stay and amputation. Warning graphic content.
A Channel 9 identity and her husband – an NRL legend – have revealed the “expensive science experiment” behind their miracle baby.
A wellness brand that caught global attention has sold more than 100 million products – and it all began with a simple parenting dilemma. Here’s how they did it
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The Greens have for years been purging people with a zeal unmatched by Stalin himself, which is a nice nod to their true allegiance, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Federal parliament has gone full Monty Python, with MPs’ maiden speeches now just an audition reel for a remake of the Pythons’ famous Four Yorkshiremen sketch, writes Vikki Campion.
Powerful new voices, bold ideas and collaborative projects are coming to life, fuelled by NSW government grants aimed at helping musicians survive the streaming onslaught of American music.
A secret hidden discretely just outside Byron Bay from Nicole Kidman’s hit mini-series Nine Perfect Strangers has been snapped up for a record sum.
Australia is on the verge of a major shift to a tax system that would do least economic damage, but experts warn it may get worse before it gets better.
Des Hasler’s dressing room spray of a shell-shocked Titans group went viral this week. Now, as the coach prepares for his 500th and possibly final NRL game, he’s addressed the saga.
An Australian capital city has recorded its coldest morning in more than a decade, with temperatures close to freezing.
Charges against a man who tried to open the doors of a plane mid-flight and assaulted a crew member have been dropped for this reason.
A dramatic police pursuit of a man wanted on two outstanding warrants for domestic violence has ended with him being ejected from a car in a multi-vehicle crash.
Donald Trump has declared Australia’s beef ban reversal a triumph of his trade agenda, boasting that the deal proves the US has the ‘best’ beef in the world.
Anthony Albanese has called for Israel to immediately stop its aid blockade in Gaza, stating its actions “cannot be defended or ignored”.
Daily Telegraph readers have weighed in on Sydney’s rail rivalry and it’s clear most choose a lightning-fast Metro service cramming commuters in like sardines over the heavy rail network.
The rumour mill is spinning again, with whispers that Tammy Hembrow’s ex fiance, Reece Hawkins, may have a new love interest.
A Sydney man charged in relation to a major drug syndicate took part in the supply of a whopping 1400kg of cannabis, police allege.
Mark Latham’s former partner Nathalie Matthews sparked uproar within the Liberal Party after donning a “Vote Carol Provan” T-shirt on a Dubai beach.
As a popular culture moment collided with the juggernaut of AI, creating a digital wildfire, Angela Mollard questions how you can know what is real.
All eyes were on one buzzword as Anthony Albanese opened Parliament this week, while new Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faces early unrest in her own ranks.
A man who murdered his housemate by shooting him in the back during a heated dispute chillingly told another person exactly what he’d done.
The ATO is cracking down on businesses in hospitality and construction over dodgy GST refund claims, amid concern the practice is spreading to new sectors supercharged by advisers selling the fake schemes.
Much of Australia is freezing right now so heaters – and energy bills – are surging. Here’s how to reduce some of the pressure.
Lawyers are investigating a potential class action lawsuit against two collapsed super funds, saying Aussies could lose more than $1bn in superannuation.
One state has again taken out the top spot for the most division one Lotto prizes in Australia, claiming 152 wins worth $312.8 million. See if you live in a lucky postcode.
A Sydney real estate agent who was discovered hiding cocaine in his underpants while in police custody has had his matter dismissed on mental health grounds. Here’s the latest.
Longstanding plans to upgrade a western Sydney town centre and transform it into a mixed-development with up to 515 homes is now on exhibition, resulting in mixed feelings from the community.
A man allegedly joined a brawl involving dozens of tradies at a northwest Sydney construction site.
The sacked CEO of a southwest Sydney council called its mayor a social media-obsessed bully during his stint at the “toxic” organisation that was plagued with union problems.
A bumbling armed robber who was just out of prison and on the hunt for cash, had to get his victim to transfer money via PayID because he didn’t know how.
There may be no first mover advantage in the Cootamundra Gundagai Regional Council demerger but in adjoining Snowy Valleys, new laws could mean the State Government picks up the tab.
An Ettalong roofer with a shocking record of drink-driving and licence breaches has been sentenced after being caught behind the wheel while suspended and over the limit for the sixth time.
A marine mechanic, who was turfed out of a pub for being drunk, walked home smashing the glass windows and doors of eight shops along the way in a “donkey kick motion”.
NSW’s biggest energy distributors are under fire for diverting workers from vital pole and wire repairs to cash in on EV chargers and wind farms.
A number of alleged Sydney criminals are considering cutting off their ankle bracelet monitors and fleeing overseas rather than risk having their bail revoked, underworld sources claim.
A group of fisherman were left stunned by an incredibly calm encounter with a shark in Sydney Harbour. Watch the video here.
David Littleproud has responded to questions about his leadership after a fresh push to dump Australia’s net-zero targets was launched from within the Nationals party.
German tourist Carolina Wilga, who disappeared for 12 days in the remote outback, has had a major development after returning home.
The Coldplay kiss-cam saga has claimed Kristin Cabot’s job as HR chief, with global interest in the drama even surpassing searches for Australia’s most viral moment.
Donald Trump’s arrival in Scotland has triggered a massive security operation, with the country’s largest police presence since the Queen’s funeral.
High-profile Australian clothing chain General Pants Co has been hit with legal action over unpaid debts it allegedly owed to a retail distributor.
After going viral for having a toilet in its kitchen, a multimillion-dollar Adelaide property has been seized.
A collapsed marine salvage company and its director were fined more than $1 million after a wharf worker was killed in a horror incident.
Australia’s biggest cities have broken from the rest of the country following a key shift since interest rates were cut earlier this year.
A Redfern terrace has doubled in value in just five years after a reno and another very significant change nearby.
An Aussie sparkie and nurse who had been losing $40,000 a year have revealed the surprise change that turned it all around.
A surprising payment scheme is popping up across Aussie build sites—letting cash-strapped families build now and settle the bill later.
ABC Radio Sydney’s big gamble to axe a female host in favour of Hamish Macdonald appears to have been rejected by audiences.
An Aussie champion has traded the pool for the studio, releasing her debut dance single as she channels her recovery from a near-fatal 2021 accident into a surprising new musical career.
Winter. Rising cost of rent and electricity. The constant stream of established restaurants announcing their closures. Who would want to open a restaurant now? Turns out, quite a lot of people actually!
Businessman Jon Adgemis sought help from former Climate 200 financial adviser Damien Hodgkinson to save his crumbling pub empire as debts climbed to $1.5bn.
In the ‘war’ between rugby league and Aussie rules, Peter V’landys keeps raining blows on the jaw of the AFL – but the most damaging shot landed this week was self-inflicted, writes Brent Read.
England’s high-voltage top order is now set in stone – giving the tourists their most imposing Ashes batting line-up ever. But there lies a lesson for Australia and their own top-order woes.
The NRL will look to expand its international footprint in its bid to topple the AFL with a record TV rights deal. It comes as ARL boss Peter V’landys takes another savage swipe at the rival code.
Melbourne won the game, but lost Jahrome Hughes to what appeared to be a season-ending shoulder injury – but scans on Friday morning have left Storm fans feeling hopeful all is not lost.
A bad attitude spreads like a virus, and it has infected the Gold Coast Titans dressing room. Des Hasler’s blast may have looked savage, but it was sorely needed, MATTY JOHNS writes.
Lions centre Sione Tuipulotu will miss the second Test with injury. But the truth is he should be flying the flag for Australian rugby. Quade Cooper on the one that got away for the Wallabies.
As if Newcastle and South Sydney needed any more injury concerns, a Knights backline star is set to miss their Raiders clash, while a Rabbitohs forward is in doubt. See all the Round 21 team news.
From classic chicken noodle soups to rich and fragrant Asian broths, these super immunity-boosting soups are packed with nutrients, and will help you stay warm and healthy throughout the winter months. Wonderfully nourishing and endlessly satisfying, these easy and healthy soup recipes are also great for batch cooking, so you can always have a wholesome meal ready to go.
Dessert doesn’t need to take all day with these 100 easy winter desserts. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just craving something sweet post-dinner, there’s nothing a good treat can’t solve. From bread and butter pudding to crumbles and pies, these are the desserts made for cold winter nights.
What an emerging Maroons’ Origin squad member said to inspire Ipswich SHS captain Xzavier Timoteo – the new Australian schoolboys rugby league prop signed by the Roosters.
The Bulldogs have confirmed head of football Phil Gould will be called on as a witness in their explosive court trial against former player Jackson Topine.
If you want to know how much political courage Australia has for a fight with China, just consider recent history. Australia previously surrendered to a teenage girl, writes Tim Blair.
The dread of causing offence over Australia Day – particularly to some of its more politically correct players – has led the sport to become paralysed with fear, writes Tim Blair.
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
Specialist police units, including the heavily-armed tactical operations group, seized firearms, ammunition, and cannabis during a dramatic raid on a Northern Rivers property, as a man faces multiple gun and drug charges.
A man in his 20s has died after being trapped beneath a forklift at an industrial site in Prestons in Sydney’s southwest.
Bingin, a boho enclave in Bali famous among surfers, is currently being sledgehammered in controversial circumstances. And one Aussie was in the thick of it.
Just when we thought we’d seen the back of the raw-dogging trend, a new trend called “naked flying” takes plane travel to a whole new level.
From Tesla’s groundbreaking EV to the iconic Toyota LandCruiser, Australia’s favourite car of the 21st century has been crowned.
A 59-year-old man has been charged with murder for mowing down a teen riding an e-bike in a horror crash, after reports of an earlier theft.
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.
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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