Aussie sex symbol you’ve never heard of
Her life was an unbelievable adventure: sports star, movie darling, sex symbol and wild child who inspired women across the world. Yet it almost never happened.
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Aussie sex symbol’s wild life laid bare
World’s highest-paid movie star, sex symbol, champion athlete and influencer decades ahead of her time – yet as a terribly handicapped child, Annette Kellerman could not even walk.
What I learned from being on MAFS
Lucinda Light tried to find love on Married At First Sight – but her TV marriage failed then so did her post-show friendship. Here’s what she learned from it all.
‘Tight box’: Why Elon Musk sleeps in a cubicle
Elon Musk sleeps in a cubicle and has a drive for decluttering that puts Marie Kondo to shame – habits that give an insider clue as to where his DOGE chainsaw act is heading.
17yo found dead in a dingy toilet block
A teenager caught in a toxic relationship was found dead in toilet block. Her tragedy is one of six deaths exposed by an investigation into “a national shame”.
Death that exposed a national tragedy
When journalists began investigating questions around one young woman’s death, they uncovered five more cases – and a tragedy on a national scale.
Wild mystery made for Anya
The weird story of a former child prodigy who vanished in search of a fantasy world is one of four extraordinary unsolved mysteries Taylor-made for screen.
‘Fuelled by rage’: Top kickass queens
From a royal daughter who melded military muscle and delicate diplomacy to a bearded PR princess (who later got cancelled), these are history’s top women power players.
‘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.
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.
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.
‘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.
Item desperate Aussies queued for overnight
Excited Aussies set up camp in the streets in a desperate bid to get their hands on a new and eagerly awaited item overnight.
Meghan’s shocking alleged ‘divorce’ move
Meghan Markle’s team reportedly shopped a book about her life “post-divorce” from Prince Harry — despite the couple not having split up.
Legendary Australian author dies aged 74
A legendary Australian author who wrote more than 40 books over his distinguished career has died aged 74.
Aus rock legend’s sister dies in tragic incident
An award-winning author and sister of a Cold Chisel member has been killed in a horrific incident at Kings Park in Perth.
Cher learns real name on birth certificate
Cher details her shock after discovering the name her mother gave her as a baby is not the same one listed on her birth certificate.
‘Queen’: Tragedy as best-selling author dies
The author of one of the best-selling novels of all time has died after a short illness.
Elle’s shock reason for split from billionaire
Supermodel Elle Macpherson says a controversial decision she made in her life marked the end of her marriage to billionaire Jeffrey Soffer.
‘Don’t do it’: Fans fume over star’s new role
Anne Hathaway has been cast in the film adaptation of a best-selling book by a controversial author, leaving her fanbase scratching their heads.
Star exposes secretly dark marriage with ex
They were one of Hollywood’s most famous couples, but Cher has revealed her secretly dark relationship with the late Sonny Bono in her bombshell new memoir.
Influencers’ racy reveal at party
Can a troupe of influencers get together and not grab a headline? With saucy stories like these, it’s impossible not to.
‘Disrespectful’: Star lifts lid on Hey Hey feud
An Aussie music legend explains why his treatment on Hey Hey hurt so much – and names the show that treated him much better.
‘Crash landing’: Aussie star’s horror ordeal
In this exclusive extract from her new book, Aussie comic Michelle Brasier recounts her terrifying near-death experience on a 2022 flight.
Jamie Oliver book pulled over Indigenous plot
Jamie Oliver has pulled his new children’s book from sale after outrage over a “disrespectful” plot involving Indigenous Australians.
Boris Johnson announces Aussie tour
Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson has announced exclusive Australian book tour events, if you can afford them.
Mystery of a hidden, bloodstained dress
The discovery of a bloodstained silk dress in Australia’s oldest surviving public building was the start of an historical mystery in need of an origin story – now it has one.
‘Shocked’: Wiggles’ trainwreck TV interview
Anthony Field says he was “shocked” when an interview with Richard Wilkins on Channel 9’s Today Show went off the rails.
Jackie O reveals reason for rapid weight loss
Jackie O reveals her secret battle with alcohol and drug addiction in her new memoir – but she also opens up about her past food issues.
Cruel radio stunt that still haunts Jackie O
In an extraordinary chapter of her new book, Jackie O finally tells all about the infamous on-air moments that still haunt her to this day.
‘Run out of road’: Gillard warns pollies, Jones
Julia Gillard warns time is up for a key feature of Australian politics and skewers a controversial radio DJ, in a frank conversation with an unorthodox interviewer.
Why rockers were banned Down Under
This iconic group was torn apart by an argument over Michael Jackson, after getting cancelled in Australia resulted in a hit single.
Farnham ‘drugged for years’ by manager
Australian music legend John Farnham makes a series of disturbing claims about his late former manager in his new book.
Sydney man ‘slept with 400 people in 2 years’
A 33-year-old radio producer from Sydney has detailed his life as a sex addict, and has opened up about his most bizarre hook-up.
‘Bullet in the back’: Making history real
From outlaws and heroes to a love story that changed our understanding of Aussie wildlife – no, it’s not the Irwins – this storyteller is bringing our past to life.
Cleary, Gould haven’t spoken since phone call
Days after his extraordinary grand final feat, Ivan Cleary has opened up on some very private topics, including his rift with Phil Gould.
‘High on coke’: Ex’s wild Paris Hilton claims
Paris Hilton’s rocker ex has released a memoir and made some wild claims about their steamy six-month fling.
Star finally spills Michael Jackson sex secrets
Lisa Marie Presley made explosives claim about her famous ex-husband in her new memoir, released nearly two years after her death.
Star’s voice heard for first time in years
John Farnham is ready to let the world hear his voice, more than two years after undergoing gruelling surgery to remove a tumour in his mouth.
Plays School star’s near-miss with Mel Gibson
Australian actress Noni Hazlehurst has revealed a cringeworthy moment she shared with Hollywood actor Mel Gibson when they worked together.
Aussie actress spills on ‘explicit’ sex scenes
In this extract from her newly-released memoir, Australian actor Noni Hazlehurst reveals what really goes on during the filming of a sex scene.
Jackie O makes big career announcement
Jackie O has announced she is releasing her very first memoir in which she doesn’t shy away from any hot topics.
Major move for outspoken senator
A first term senator who rose through Liberal ranks to become the face of the anti-Voice campaign will pen a memoir set to be released early next year.
Sporting hero’s surprise new career venture
The wheelchair sport champion and advocate hopes his latest venture will celebrate and normalise disability among young children.
Moment Seinfeld star tanked his own career
He was one of the biggest TV stars of the 90s – but Seinfeld actor Michael Richards blew up his career in one shocking night.
Council bans same-sex parenting books
Cumberland City Council has banned same-sex parenting books in its libraries, citing the “deep conservative values” of voters.
Whoopi reveals shock secret drug addiction
Whoopi Goldberg has shared her serious addiction to cocaine – and the mortifying encounter in a New York hotel that made her quit.
‘Women not welcome’ and a vegan biffo
Behind uplifting new Aussie comedy Milking Time lie serious, even confronting, stories – and at least one of them will be relevant to you, reckons Rachael Treasure.
Rebel Wilson takes aim at A-list co-star
Rebel Wilson claims she was snubbed for a huge role in favour of Melissa McCarthy because the well-known star was “friends” with the director.
ScoMo’s big reveal on Turnbull’s fall
In a book full of startling revelations, former Prime Minister Scott Morrison writes that Malcolm Turnbull advised him to go for the top job during the infamous ‘spill week’ of 2018.
Rebel dealt huge blow in memoir scandal
Australian readers are in for a shock when they finally open Rebel Wilson’s new memoir for the first time.
Rebel drops British royal orgy bombshell
The Aussie actress has spilled on the wild offer she once received from a member of the British royal family which she said “was insane”.
Rebel reveals who gave her first orgasm
Rebel Wilson has opened up about not experiencing her first orgasm until she was months away from turning 40.
‘Please explain’: Fury over Rebel’s memoir
Australians hoping to get their hands on a copy of Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson’s highly anticipated memoir have been left disappointed.
Rebel names star she lost virginity to at 35
The Aussie star has named the actor and comedian she lost her virginity to, admitting she’d instantly found him “sexy” in her new memoir.
Rebel reveals measly salary for hit film
Wilson has shared her shockingly low pay cheque for the smash hit movie Bridesmaids, as well as her unexpected salaries for the Pitch Perfect films.
Rebel’s bombshell move after revelations
Rebel Wilson has revealed what she plans to do next after dropping a series of bombs in her memoir, and it’s certainly unexpected.
Aussie actor hits back at Rebel: ‘Disgusting’
Another celeb named in Rebel Wilson’s new tell-all has come out swinging, dubbing her claims about him “hurtful and disgusting”.
Rebel exposes Aussie TV show in memoir
In this exclusive extract from her new memoir, Rebel Wilson lifts the lid on her breakthrough role in a controversial SBS comedy.
Rebel Wilson exposes Adele in new memoir
The hits keep coming in Rebel Wilson’s new memoir – now, she’s lifting the lid on some awkward backstage interactions with Adele over the years.
Leaked footage escalates Rebel’s celeb feud
After simmering for eight years, this celeb feud has exploded in the past week – and a footage leak just made things a whole lot worse.
Pat Cummins announces huge career shift
Following in the footsteps of other legendary Aussie athletes, captain of the men’s cricket team Pat Cummins has signed a massive new deal.
Cricket skipper reveals huge news
Following in the footsteps of other legendary Aussie athletes, captain of the men’s cricket team Pat Cummins has signed a massive new deal.
Hugh Hefner’s widow exposes their sex life
Hugh Hefner wasn’t “savvy” sexually despite his Playboy reputation, his widow reveals in her new memoir.
Hef’s embarrassing sexual secrets exposed
Hugh Hefner’s widow has opened up about the “weird” routine the Playboy founder would make women adhere to in his bedroom.
Bookseller’s denial after leaked image twist
An under-fire Melbourne bookstore owner has denied telling staff that Greens MP Mehreen Faruqi “should be in jail or deported”.
Bookstore owner’s wild rant at ‘woke agenda’
A bookstore owner who complained that there were not enough books with “just white kids on the cover” has been forced to apologise.
Scott Morrison’s big new move
The former prime minister is set to release a book early this year, with contributions from a high profile US politician.
Beloved children’s author dies
A popular author and illustrator behind cult kids’ books about fairies and mermaids has died in her sleep aged 88.
Reality star reveals addiction to orgies
One of the stars of hit series Jersey Shore has revealed their wild orgy obsession, declaring, “It was a slow night if I had a threesome.”
Piers reveals name of second ‘racist royal’
British broadcaster Piers Morgan has revealed the names of the two royals who allegedly had “concerns” about the skin colour of Prince Harry’s son.
Book accidentally names alleged ‘royal racist’
Thousands of copies of Omid Scobie’s book have dramatically been destroyed after they appeared to identify the royal behind “skin colour” remarks.
Survivor star’s ‘worst nightmare’ comes true
In this exclusive book extract, Survivor star ‘King George’ reveals what happened when he suffered a brutal injury during filming.
Aussie reality star finally shares his secrets
Australian Survivor player ‘King George’ spills about the ups and downs of his rise to reality TV fame in a candid new book.
Unexpected outcome of star’s health battle
Julia Baird found something unexpected in the hospital room where she battled a cancer-related illness for the fourth time. It’s something the whole world needs.
Megan Fox reveals personal struggle
The actress has opened up about a “very difficult” ordeal with her fiance Machine Gun Kelly in a TV interview.
How shipwrecked cat was saved
One legendary cat, several farm animals and 80 seafarers faced death after being abandoned in the open ocean – until an extraordinary man hatched an audacious rescue plan.
‘One way’: JK clashes with Australian judge
Harry Potter author JK Rowling has hit back at an Australian chief justice after he said that she “misunderstood” a new rule.
Stamos’ ex reacts to ‘in bed with star’ claim
Model and actress Teri Copley has shared her side after John Stamos claimed he found her “naked in bed” with a fellow TV star.
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