Storms, boat breakage, wild winds on cards in Sydney to Hobart
Gale force winds, thunderstorms, icy temperatures and boat breakage will add an extra dimension of unpleasantness to this years Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Latest weather and news
Southern Courier
Beanies, bear suits, boiled-in-the bag food for Sydney to Hobart
T-shirts and shorts have been crew uniforms on Sydney to Hobart racers in the past but they are being replaced by beanies, bear suits and boil-in-the-bag food for the 79th race.
Rugby v League v AFL: 130+ best and brightest teen talents in NSW
They are the talented, hard-hitting game changers, tough guys and speedsters. Our experts have identified 130+ of the brightest U19s male league, union and Aussie rules prospects in NSW.
‘Cashed in at the right time’: Green Shield pair thump record stand
Records tumbled in round three of the U16s Green Shield as one dynamic duo celebrated Christmas early with an extraordinary partnership. All the stars, full wrap, 50+ photo gallery.
Odd bod group of yachts that could win Sydney to Hobart
They are the odd bod group of yachts that could well win the Sydney to Hobart including one named after a party loving Roman god and another after a waste management company.
‘You have to be courageous’: Keen as teen all aboard for first Sydney to Hobart
His first memory of the Sydney to Hobart is watching a start from a harbourside beach at age four. Now this teen with Olympic sized sailing ambition is about to join the fleet for a “wild” ride
Two words Sydney to Hobart sailors say but don’t obey
It’s tough, rough and at times revolting. So why do people from all walks and stages of life return time and time again to contest the famous Sydney to Hobart yacht race?
Smashed! Good and bad news for Sydney to Hobart yacht race fleet
The Sydney to Hobart yacht race record will be “sliced and diced” if an updated early forecast plays out but it’s not all good news for the fleet with some nasty weather on the horizon
Runs avalanche: Tons galore in Green Shield
The runs flowed in round two of the U16s Green Shield as three young guns dined out in the perfect conditions, raising their bats with well-earned centuries. Stars, results, gallery.
Secret fortune: ‘Toxic’ Ellen’s last laugh
“Toxic” comedian Ellen DeGeneres is climbing back up after a string of controversy but a hidden empire may have saved her.
How much is a home with a view worth in Australia?
Home hunters can expect to fork out up to $800,000 more for a home with a view in Australia — but it depends on the type.
‘Musical properties’ for royals at Christmas
Members of the royal family have a plethora of lavish properties to choose from at Christmas and they aren’t afraid to move.
The top 4 places to invest for your retirement
Researchers have picked four suburbs in four different states as the best places to invest in homes for future retirees.
Need to Know
Check out the latest on Southeast Sydney roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Southern weather
As we move into summer what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Check out the latest on Southeast Sydney roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Southern weather
As we move into summer what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Australia’s richest home in ‘unwanted’ $200m carve-up
A mystery syndicate headed up by a ‘nobody known as Joe’ is set to take an ‘unwanted’ wrecking ball to one of Australia’s most famous and most expensive houses.
David and Goliath battle for Sydney to Hobart yacht race win
One is on the biggest yacht and the other the fleet minnow but these sailors will be two of the most exhausted at sea in what is shaping as a fast but “complicated’’ Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
U15s Peden Shield: Future stars of NSW cricket
NSW’s premier under-15 girls representative cricket competition kicks off this week with the Margaret Peden Shield. We’ve taken a look at all the clubs, as well as the players to watch.
‘Ripped out middle stump’: Chaotic heat, hat-trick rock Green Shield
Sydney turned on the heat for the opening round of the U16s Green Shield. A hat-trick rocked the east, while out west, scorching temperatures played havoc. Stars, results, 60+ gallery.
F45 co-founder’s surprise new $26m plan
F45 co-founder Rob Deutsch is looking to shake things up with a new $26m play.
20 Central Coast Roosters pathways players to watch in 2025
It’s one of the best rugby league nurseries in Australia with a powerful young base set to fire. Check out 20 Central Coast Roosters pathways players to watch in the 2025 junior reps comps.
The year that was: 24 incredible local sporting moments of 2024
From historic debuts for the Waratahs through to archery gold medals and record breaking cricket knocks, 2024 had a bit of everything. We look back at 24 incredible local NSW sporting moments of ‘24.
U18s Brewer Shield: Most improved leads Team of the Week
There were plenty of exceptional performances in the final round of the U18s Brewer Shield ahead of the Christmas break. See who made our Team of the Week.
Sydney Men’s Grade Cricket: Every batter, bowler ranked for 2024/25
The holiday break is here which means it’s the halfway point of the Sydney Men’s Grade Cricket season. We rank every batting and bowling stat from across all five grades of NSW Premier Cricket.
Paddling to be top dog in race that stops the Peninsula
Hundreds of locals have gathered to watch the annual Scotland Island Dog Race as canines from far and wide paddled for glory over 600 metres. See all the pictures and find out who won.
Panthers premiership stars party at ex-teammate’s wedding
Following Blues teammate Jake Trbojevic said his nuptials, Roosters enforcer Spencer Leniu tied the knot at a star-studded wedding ceremony. See the pictures.
‘Knee-jerk reaction’: Greens enter ring in gendered toilet tussle
A political debate has broken out over a push for male and female toilets to be replaced with gender-neutral cubicles across NSW.
Watch: Women brawl as Xmas tensions explode in carpark
Shocking footage has surfaced of two women getting into a heated argument and brawl in a shopping centre car park south of Brisbane. WATCH THE VIDEO
Bombshell new Don Bradman revelations
New revelations about Sir Don Bradman have given a heartbreaking insight into the Australian cricket icon’s final years.
The Aussies spending Christmas behind bars
For the hundreds of Aussies behind bars in foreign jails, several of whom are still before the courts, this festive season will prove to have little cheer.
PM, Dutton salute emergency workers in Christmas message
Australia’s leaders have thanked the nation’s emergency service workers, charity and Defence personnel who will forgo time with friends and family this Christmas to help others.
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Albo’s tribute to Cyclone Tracy survivors
Political leaders have paid tribute to the victims and survivors of the devastating Christmas Eve cyclone that devastated Darwin and claimed 66 lives.
Why many childcare workers won’t get pay rise for Christmas
Thousands of childcare workers head into Christmas without a promised 10 per cent pay increase as only one in five providers have applied for a grant to fund the wage boost.
World
‘One of the dumbest things I’ve read’
Elon Musk’s growing influence over the world’s most powerful government is perhaps being hampered by his insistence on saying dumb things.
Grinch steals Christmas for drug traffickers
Santa sneaks down the chimney at night, but the Grinch busts through the front door when people are suspected of being naughty.
‘Time to worry’: UK hammered by dismal news
PM Keir Starmer’s government have only been in power for months, but damning new figures threaten to derail it.
‘Truman Show’: Spies say everything is fake
Two former senior spies have revealed how they “create a pretend world” where “we’re the main actors”, likening it to The Truman Show.
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