Woolies gets in early on Christmas meal ideas
With just two months remaining until Christmas, supermarket giant Woolworths has released a range of festive meal ideas and budget friendly feasts.
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Dad’s unconventional Xmas gift baffles
An Aussie dad has baffled social media users with the “perfect” – albeit “most bizarre” – early Christmas gift to his kids.
Deadlines for sending Christmas gifts
Australians have been urged to get organised ahead of Christmas as the cut-off date has been revealed.Australia Post reveals Christmas shipping cut off dates
‘Dire straits’: Stark warning ahead of Christmas
Frontline services have issued a grim warning ahead of Christmas as more Australians than ever are in need of urgent support.
‘Ridiculous’: Bunnings display divides Aussies
The appearance of Christmas decorations on shelves at Bunnings has sparked fierce debate among social media users.
Family’s grief as mum dies on Christmas
An Australian family has been left shattered on Christmas Day after a young mother died in her bed while her children unwrapped presents in the next room.
Woman’s amazing NYE Sydney train hack
A woman has revealed the brilliant way she was able to enjoy uninterrupted views of Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks – and she was back in bed by 12.20am.
‘Monster’: Woman’s fury at Christmas act
A woman has shared her frustration after she ended up with more than she bargained for during a white elephant Christmas present exchange.
Aussies without power until New Year
One state’s Christmas Day storm has wreaked havoc, leaving thousands without power and denying families a Boxing Day out at a tourism mecca’s famous theme parks.
Canadian shocked by Aussie Xmas tradition
A Canadian tourist has had his mind blown after discovering a beloved Aussie Christmas tradition — bonbons aka Christmas crackers.
John Farnham spotted after cancer battle
Singer John Farnham has been pictured since his battle with mouth cancer. In the snap he is surrounded by family.
Shops burnt in Xmas ram raid
Police suspect that two Melbourne shops are the latest victims of the tobacco wars after a Christmas Day attack.
Woman slammed for Christmas booze ban
A woman’s alcohol-free Christmas plea has had a very mixed reaction..
Last-minute Christmas gift guide
Left your Christmas shopping to the last minute? Here’s a last-minute guide for your final shopping day before December 25.
One state to be plagued by rain
With severe thunderstorms threatening to ruin Christmas on the east coast, one state in particular will be plagued by rain.
‘No pay, no dinner’: Mum’s Christmas charge
A grandmother began charging her family for Christmas dinner in 2015 after her husband passed away, and now she has been forced to up the price.
Aussie’s wholesome Xmas gift to strangers
An Aussie has gifted flight ticket vouchers to people in need instead of letting them go to waste, performing the ultimate Christmas miracle.
Aussie jail’s iconic Christmas move
Prisoners have filmed themselves making gravy for a “prison roast” and baking gingerbread cookies on a sandwich press in an iconic celebration of Gravy Day.
‘Ruining Xmas’: Popular brand slammed
Thousands of angry shoppers have little hope they’ll receive their orders by Christmas as one major Aussie brand struggles to send them.
Avoid the scam traps this Xmas
Avoid the scam traps in digital purchases this Christmas
Warning before Christmas lunch price surge
The flow-on effects of Queensland’s floods are going to hit Aussies where it hurts, and the eagerly awaited Christmas lunch won’t be spared.
List reveals what kids expect these days
It is the most magical time of the year and also the most expensive – and children’s Christmas wish lists are going viral for a wild reason.
Giving gifts has made them millions
This married couple never thought their side hustle would balloon into the size it is today.
Hidden danger in common Aussie act
Millions of Australians are planning to put themselves in the path of danger while taking part in one time honoured Summer tradition.
‘Ruining Xmas’: Popular brand slammed
Thousands of angry shoppers have little hope they’ll receive their orders by Christmas as one major Aussie brand struggles to send them.
Aussie family’s Christmas lights go viral
One Aussie’s very bright Christmas lights display has gone viral after being shared on TikTok.
‘Woah’: Jaw-dropping find at Aussie buffet
A cult restaurant famous for its insane all-you-can-eat service has diners in a spin over a “special” detail at its $155 Christmas lunch.
Thousands of Xmas shoppers evacuated
A fire in a shopping centre food court has forced the evacuation of thousands of Christmas shoppers.
Mum reveals $7500 Christmas gift spend
Laura’s mega Christmas gift haul includes a $1130 surprise gift and a four-day holiday in January.
Why Aussies dread work Christmas parties
While ‘tis the season to be jolly, a survey has found that many Australians actually dread their office Christmas party – for one reason in particular.
You’re eating cake and mince pies wrong
Nigella Lawson has claimed people have been eating Christmas food wrong for years, and you’re probably a culprit too.
‘Absurd woke-ism’: City sign infuriates
A group of inner-Melbourne residents have slammed their local council for removing the word “Christmas” from its holiday messaging.
Word that angered Christmas vandals
Frustrated residents have called for traditional Christmas greetings to be reinstated on community decorations, with some resorting to vandalism.
Shocking reality of common job
Shocking attacks on one group of workers is on the rise, with industry leaders saying the holiday season is particularly dangerous.
‘Secret Santa’ gifts thousands in presents
The owners of a popular toy store have revealed an anonymous man paid off the entire waiting list of lay-bys, gifting thousands of dollars in presents.
Busiest day of year warning to travellers
With the school year wrapping up across Australia, Qantas is expecting its busiest day of travel for the year.
Most magical Christmas lights revealed
Muggles have been welcomed to a special Christmas lights display as the team from Harry Potter have transformed an Aussie home into a magical wonderland.
Brutal scooter attack at supermarket
CCTV footage shows the moment a worker was hit in the eye with a metal scooter by a disgruntled customer.
Christmas scam that’s soared 47 per cent
Australians need to be on high alert this festive season, with cybercriminals hoping to prey on stressed families as the holiday season approaches.
‘I’ll skip it’: Model’s radical Christmas plan
A model has revealed why she’ll only be buying Christmas presents for herself and her dog this year.
Reason woman isn’t gifting Xmas presents
One woman has declared she isn’t giving her loved ones anything for Christmas this year for one very sensible reason.
Secret Christmas shopping hacks
With Christmas right around the corner, the prospect of shopping for presents looms large but it certainly doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s how.
Error too many Aussies will make next week
Over the next week, millions of Aussies are at risk of making some all too common mistakes, with photos revealing the traps you need to avoid.
‘Wholesome’ sight inside Sydney bus
Step aside Vixen and Blitzen and all the reindeers, Santa is coming to town by bus this year.
Aussies’ shock Christmas budget revealed
Australians should expect to spend considerably more on Christmas costs this year according to new data that shows we’ll spend $30 billion over the next month.
Major change to Australia Post deliveries
Online shopping addicts have been alerted that Australia Post is making some major changes to how often it delivers mail right before Christmas.
Woman’s shocking discovery in Xmas tree
A live possum managed to sneak in and hide inside a Christmas tree among decorations and baubles.
Kmart Christmas: yearly appeal shows worrying trend
As Australia’s iconic Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal enters its 36th year, the shift in demand reveals a sad truth.
Shopping centre Xmas display sparks outrage
A busy Westfield shopping centre has come under fire by shoppers after placing live reindeer as part of a Christmas display.
Mad rush as Christmas deadline looms
The deadline for getting presents to loved ones in time for Christmas Day is revealed.
Massive crowds as Black Friday sales kick off
Shoppers are making the most of slashed prices at their favourite stores as they feel the bite of the cost of living crisis with Christmas right around the corner.
Woolies slammed for ‘deluxe’ Christmas buy
The “deluxe” Christmas buy, which costs $15, has left customers disappointed.
AusPost’s huge change ahead of Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner, Australia Post has announced a major change for customers.
Sad reason couple taking down Xmas lights
A Queensland couple have revealed the sad reason they’ve been forced to tear down part of their Christmas light display.
Star’s X-rated $23k Christmas gift idea
Gwyneth Paltrow has released her annual Christmas gift guide, and let’s just say at this point she’s surely got to be trolling us.
Australia Post’s Christmas deadlines revealed
Aussies are being warned to prepare early as cut-off dates for Christmas deliveries are announced.
‘Frustrating’: Aussie’s fury at Kmart
A small business owner has taken to social media to launch an attack on a retail giant after noticing they were selling very similar products.
$22 Kmart item stops you ‘wasting money’
Kmart has released a brand new advent calendar for just $22, with one shopper revealing that the contents of the Christmas staple “surprised” her.
Crisis threatening Christmas tradition
A beloved holiday tradition is at risk, with Australia facing a looming shortage of Santas.
Sellout $10 item from Kmart returns
One of Kmart’s most popular Christmas products from last year has returned and customers are thrilled.
What’s missing from Christmas this year
THERE’LL be less Christmas cheer as you go about your shopping this year, with the streets much quieter, and a distinct lack of entertainment.
What to do with your unwanted gifts
CHRISTMAS haul not up to scratch? You’re not alone. Here’s how to return all of those unwanted gifts.
Child’s heartbreaking letter to Santa
A TV presenter has revealed the heartbreaking request his young son had for Santa, a month after the boy’s mother suddenly died.
You’d better not cry: Krampus is coming
SICK of Saint Nick? Kids in need of a serious wake-up call? This long-forgotten legend may be exactly what you need: Krampus, Santa’s demonic sidekick.
Shop shocks with Christmas filth
A SURPRISINGLY raunchy campaign featuring a tiny Christmas elf has shocked shoppers and forced one brand to intervene.
The great Christmas tree heresy
THE Bible says don’t do it. Yet every year, we pull out plastic imitations or buy the real thing. We love them. But are Christmas trees a religious insult?
How shops trick you at Christmas time
RACKING up the credit card bill this Christmas? It might not be your fault, with shops pulling out all the stops to get our cash.
Proof we’re a nation of slackers
AUSTRALIA, you bunch of lazy b**tards. Figures from the national postal provider show we should be ashamed of ourselves.
Unspoken dark side of Christmas
IT IS supposed to be a wonderful time of the year, but Christmas can be a period of “extreme loneliness and anxiety”. Here’s how you can help those struggling.
‘From that moment everything changed’
THREE years ago, radio host Robin Bailey faced a shocking family tragedy. In the time since, after a lot of gut-wrenching work, life is finally looking up.
What Australia’s men just don’t get
WITHOUT the men in their lives even noticing, women around the country are struggling. Lads, it’s time to pay attention.
Top 3 tips to survive the in-laws
CHRISTMAS is stressful enough without family drama. But if your in-laws are more like outlaws, here’s how to get through it.
Hire toys as gifts for Christmas
IF you need creative ways to cut the Christmas debt this year why not hit up your toy library, wrap some ‘gifts’ then give them back when the kids get sick of them?
Christmas donations charities don’t want
ARE you thinking it might be a nice idea to donate soft toys, bottles of wine or old clothes to a charity for Christmas? Stop right there.
Why you should buy Australian ham
THERE are a few things to consider when cooking up a Christmas ham and the first is to make sure you buy an Australian leg.
Ways you can give back over Christmas
CHRISTMAS doesn’t have to be just a frenzy of shopping, eating and drinking. For many it sparks the desire to give back — and it doesn’t have to cost you anything.
The TV that costs $700,000
THE world’s largest 4K television features technology far beyond what you’ll find in a normal TV. All you need now is $700,000.
Mum’s ‘ridiculous’ Christmas spend
SHE’S been slammed before for spending thousands on Christmas gifts, now single mum Emma Tapping has splurged even more.
Can’t afford Christmas? You’re not alone
MILLIONS of Australians will be cutting back on Christmas this year because of rising bills and a new study shows over half of us are sacrificing gifts.
Awkward Christmas catalogue gaffe
SHOPPERS poring over Christmas hams in the new Woolworths catalogue have noticed an amusing mistake in a fairly important detail.
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