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.
Christmas
‘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.
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.
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?
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.
‘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.
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.
Why my dog is as important as your kid
YOU think your child is the be-all and end-all? I beg to differ. My dog is just as important as your kid and I’m not going to apologise for it.
The real reason you feel poor
WHETHER you’re rich or poor isn’t just due to your job — it has a heck of a lot to do with something you can’t even control.
Are you smarter than a 10-year-old?
MATHS whiz Adam Spencer will test the intelligence of grown-ups and kids alike with his 12 Puzzles of Christmas. Try out today’s first riddle.
Elf: The things you never knew
WHO was going to play Buddy before Will Ferrell was given the part and why did the lead actor suffer from terrible headaches during filming? Here are the secrets behind Elf.
This $499 gadget is worth every cent
IF YOU are looking to spend some money on premium tech products this Christmas, it’s hard to look past the Sony WH-1000XM2 noise-cancelling headphones.
Don’t force hugs on your children
IT’S Christmas. The time of year kids get stacks of gifts from people they barely know. There’s a good reason you shouldn’t make them hug people to say thanks.
Most stressful thing about Xmas
THE expectation of awesome Christmas “happiness” is the most stressful thing abut the whole palaver, writes Melissa Hoyer.
How to make your gift next-level
PERSONALISATION is the top trend of the 2016 party season, with well-known brands selling custom versions of their products. Here’s how it works.
What was Starbucks thinking?
WE’RE all for a festive beverage during the holiday season, but Starbucks might have taken it too far this time. The coffee giant has launched the Christmas drink nobody asked for.
The mother lode of Christmas gifts
SOME parents give a little at Christmas, while others give a lot. This mother gives nearly 100 Christmas presents EACH for her three children.
‘I don’t give a toss what anyone thinks’
A UK mum accused of child abuse for buying her kids 300 Christmas presents last year is back with an even bigger haul.
Christmas with Australia’s biggest family
IF YOU think the holidays are stressful, try having to buy gifts for this many kids and visit Santa in an old school bus.
How to wrap a present in 15 seconds
CHECK out this step-by-step guide on how to wrap presents in 15 seconds and under using the Japanese wrapping hack.
Everyone is hating on Bec Judd’s tree
IT LOOKS innocent enough, but this photo of Rebecca Judd’s Christmas tree – made from recycled wood – has been branded an “epic fail” on Instagram.
The world’s creepiest Christmas parade
CHRISTMAS is celebrated in many different ways, and this parade featuring demonic characters is definitely filed in the unusual category.
‘Get over it’: Australia’s weird obsession
EVERY single year, at around this time, you start to hear it. The whining. The confected outrage. Australia is angry for no good reason whatsoever.
‘It stinks’: The people who hate Christmas
THEY like turkey, presents and being with loved ones, but there’s one very good reason why Christmas Day sucks for these people. Miss Colombia knows their pain.
Firies save ducklings from drain
WHILE civilians were unwrapping their Christmas presents, big-hearted fire fighters were busy saving ducklings.
The astonishing money Christmas songs rake in
MARIAH Carey makes an obscene amount every time her Christmas hit is played. But believe it or not, she hasn’t topped the list of highest sellers this year.
This year’s 12 biggest Christmas Grinches
THEY’RE ruining photos, stealing presents and even banning Christmas altogether. As we celebrate, these people have forgotten their festive spirit.
Obama’s favourite Xmas playlist
EVER wonder what music gets President Barack Obama in the Christmas mood? Sign in to Spotify to find out.
How the uber rich spend their Christmas
IF YOU’RE not waking to exotic-skinned handbags under a tree of custom-made baubles, what’s the point? Here’s how the other half spends Christmas.
The rise of the orphans’ Christmas
FORGET spending Christmas with your family. More and more young people are ditching tradition, and spending the big day with friends. And why not?
Madonna and Ritchie in court over son
MADONNA’S teen son Rocco is sick of her and wants to spend Christmas with his dad, Guy Ritchie. Now a judge has intervened.
The Christmas talk we must have
OPINION: FOR many people, Christmas isn’t awesome — in fact it can be really s***. We need to talk about it.
Adorable real life ‘Elf on the Shelf’
SANTA Claus is coming to town, and his little elves are on watch. A Utah dad has turned his four-month-old son into a real life ‘Elf on the Shelf’.
Answers for your Christmas dilemmas
LET’S face it: the festive season can be tough, particularly if your family ain’t exactly the Brady Bunch. But answers could just be a phone call away.
10 conversations you need to stop having
WE ALL know them. The people we hate being stuck with at a party. So here are the 10 conversation topics you need to avoid.
This gift from Santa will warm your heart
A MAN working as a Santa at a shopping centre has sent out a powerful message for those struggling during this time of year.
Ho ho, oh no: Why Kris Kringles are terrible
IF YOU’RE going to participate in the office Kris Kringle, you may as well flush your money down the toilet. Here’s why.
Top 10 Christmas movies of all time
WE HAVE put together a Christmas movie playlist based on the best and biggest festive movies of all time.
What’s wrong with this massive pile of gifts?
HER children won’t be complaining, but a mum has been slammed and accused of “abusing” them after posting this photo online.
Santa’s been turned into a hot hipster
SANTA as we know him has been given a makeover. Model Paul Mason has been hired by a Canadian Mall to pull his best Zoolander moves as ‘Fashion Santa.’
Sally’s big health challenge
WHILE the country kicks into festive party mode, Sally Obermeder is taking a healthier approach to ‘party month’.
Home life: Home is where the heart is
OUR homes are more than just bricks and mortar. Why our homes are the centre of our universe?
What’s the deal with Boxing Day?
WHY are the colours of Christmas red and green, where did Santa come from, why do we say ‘Xmas’ and what is Boxing Day? We’ll tell you.
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