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Clareese is a breaking news reporter at NewsWire. She previously graduated from the 2023 NewsCorp cadet program where she worked across several mastheads. Since completing the program she continues to cover a range of topics, from crime and finance to entertainment and health.

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Music Tours

Denim and cowboy hats: Swifties’ most in-demand looks

With the concert less than a week away, Swifties have turned to the internet and her albums for inspiration, with data revealing the most popular outfits.

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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 28: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs (L) celebrates with Taylor Swift after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. Patrick Smith/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Patrick Smith / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Swift’s Super Bowl plans face major hurdle

Taylor Swift is set to face a hellish logistical challenge when she makes her mad dash from Tokyo to Las Vegas to watch Travis Kelce play in the Super Bowl.

Entertainment

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 19: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY, NO COVERS.) Taylor Swift performs during night two of "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at EstÃÂ¡dio OlÃÂmpico Nilton Santos on November 19, 2023 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by TAS2023 via Getty Images)

‘Best kind of chaos’: Swift news sends fans into a frenzy

The pop sensation has surprised her loyal fans with an exciting update about her Eras Tour film.

Music

TOPSHOT - US singer-songwriter Taylor Swift arrives for the 66th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024. (Photo by Robyn BECK / AFP)

Taylor Swift events and activities around Australia

If you missed out on tickets to Taylor Swift’s Aussie tour, don’t despair. See list of Swiftie events happening in your state.

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SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 24: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO BOOK COVERS.) Taylor Swift performs onstage during "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at Allianz Parque on November 24, 2023 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )

Metallic boots under $100: Dress like Taylor Swift on a budget

Retailers have pounced on the opportunity to cash in on Taylor Swift fever as fans rush out to dress their best for the concerts. See what’s hot.

Music

NETWORK USE ONLY FOR END OF FEBRUARY 2024 :NO NEWS.COM.AU OR THE AUSTRALIAN :PLEASE SPEAK TO NETWORK PIC EDS BEFORE USE30-01-2024 Katelin dressed in her hand made Eras Tour Outfits pictured in her home in Hamlyn Heights. Picture: Brad Fleet

‘Swifties’ spending big ahead of Aussie Eras tour

Taylor Swift’s most dedicated fans have spent thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours on costumes to make the most of the mega star’s tour Down Under. See the photos.

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Fan reaction to Taylor Swift album announcement

‘Wild!’: The best reactions to Swift’s new album

Swifties have flocked to the internet to share their reactions to the pop superstar’s shock album reveal after many expected a very different announcement.

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BUNBURY, AUSTRALIA - May 11: Jack River performs on stage at Groovin The Moo 2019 on May 11, 2019 in Bunbury, Australia. (Photo by Matt Jelonek/WireImage)

Aussie muso’s unlikely new collaborator

Jack River has ditched drums for an unusual replacement in her latest song in a push for stronger environment laws.

NSW

Hell hounds of Covid: Attacks by iso dogs soar

NSW recorded 153 more dog attacks in the first 10 months of last year and dog aggression expert Mark Ehrman blames the pandemic and higher expectations in social situations.

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WEEKEND TELEGRAPH - 28.12.23MUST NOT PUBLISH BEFORE CLEARING WITH PIC EDITOR - Adrian Pizzolato (left) and Phillip Salhab (right) from Appetite cafe in Five Dock, pictured in their cafe that will be transformed into a Taylor Swift shrine next month. Picture: Sam Ruttyn

Cafe going full Tay-Tay in February

Taylor Swift trivia, food, and friendship bracelets: A cafe in Sydney’s inner-west will dedicate all of February to Taylor Swift ahead of her Aussie shows.

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