‘No drugs’: New way Aussies are getting high
It promises to do in 10 minutes what 10 days of meditation can do – and it’s landed in Australia.
Mental Health
Source of star’s crippling groin pain revealed
A British model thought she had MS when her groin pain wouldn’t go away but the true explanation for her mystery pangs took her by surprise.
‘I tried to overdose when I was just 11’
A young Australian advocate, who uses they/them pronouns, was diagnosed with autism when they were eight years old.
New tax to hit Aussie travellers
Aussie travellers will soon be hit by a new tax when trying to visit one of the nation’s most popular holiday destinations.
$1300 millions of Aussies missing out on
Australians have just four days left to potentially claim thousands of dollars back in health cover costs. Here’s what you need to know.
Horror at husband’s ‘disgusting’ sex demand
Laura Byrne and Brittany Hockley are “mad” after a husband said his sex life was “bad” as his wife won’t give in to his bedroom demands.
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.
‘Serious risk’: Warning on dodgy China pills
The TGA has issued warnings about dodgy pills being shipped to Australia from China, with one product including ingredients that have been banned since 2010.
Common ‘irrational fear’ after Xmas party
Work Christmas parties are in full swing but there’s a secret fear enveloping the fun – and it’s all too common.
10 expert hacks to manage festive stress
Behind the glimmering lights and merry gatherings lurks an unwelcome yuletide guest: stress. Here’s how to manage it as we head into the holidays.
‘Failures’ led to hospital starvation death
The man refused to eat or drink for his 33 day admission before he died from starvation and dehydration.
One group of Aussies ruined by rate rises
A widening gap in generational economic distress has raised alarms as Australia faces a sad surge amid a period of steep interest rate rises.
Horror illness a million Aussies are battling
A 25-year-old man is just one of the Australians who have battled through the illness, and is throwing his support behind a campaign to help others.
One colour dominates Melbourne festival
From leopard prints to luminous pink cowboy hats, discover the fashion highlights at this LGBTQI+ gala.
Hospitals object to voluntary assisted dying
Some hospitals in one state have refused to transfer patients who have requested voluntary assisted dying, a new report has revealed.
Health battle Aussies are still getting wrong
In 2021, ambulances in Australia responded to more than 16,800 call outs for the same situation, yet as a nation we’re still not talking about this silent health battle nearly enough.
Major life change Elle doesn’t regret
Elle Macpherson was “numbing” herself with alcohol before making the decision to go sober in 2003. She celebrated 20 years of sobriety in September.
‘Paralysed’: Aussie kids too anxious for school
In the two years since the first waves of lockdowns closed schools across the country, some students have missed 50 per cent of their classes.
Lifesaving change for common service
The government has launched a new campaign to help make crisis support more accessible to people across the country.
Tip-off leads to $8m cocaine bust on ship
A seemingly ordinary tip-off has turned extraordinary with a multimillion-dollar drug find.
Disturbing theory behind Aussie autism rise
Children’s autism rates in Australia are among the highest in the world and financial incentives brought forward by the NDIS could be the reason why.
The simple ‘life-saving’ act we can all do daily
An Australian mindset coach to the stars explains how simple it is to exercise this life-saving technique.
Heartbreaking confession after 20yo’s death
Jaxson Steinwede has revealed a heartbreaking truth about his younger brother Logan’s death, saying he “didn’t see it coming”.
Popular fruit’s remarkable health ‘benefit’
A common item sold at supermarkets everywhere could help combat an awful disease that affects 400,000 Australians every year.
If you do these 5 things, you’re a narcissist
An Australian psychologist has revealed the five chilling behaviours of a real life narcissist – and explained why they could be dangerous.
‘Strained’: Dad’s admission after son’s suicide
One of Australia’s top real estate agents, Mat Steinwede, has posted a heartbreaking video in the wake of his 20-year-old son’s tragic death.
Reason health experts reject weed push
A bid to legalise recreational cannabis use in Australia – projected to raise $28bn in taxes – has been rejected by a leading health body.
‘Shattered’: TV host’s nephew dies by suicide
Parental Guidance host Dr Justin Coulson has shared his “heart is shattered” after his 20-year-old nephew died by suicide on Sunday night.
Aussies on new coke and meth binge: report
There’s good and bad news in the latest report on drug use in Australia, with one drug on the decline but others on the rise.
‘Toxic’: Push to expand sex work on NDIS
A disability advocate has lashed dating app Tinder as ‘toxic’ and pushed for sex work to be more widely funded for NDIS users for one heartbreaking reason.
‘Sad reason my lifespan is 20 years less’
Elena Filipczyk could have died numerous times during her childhood. Today, she still faces a shorter lifespan. The reason is unacceptable.
Shocking truth about your savings
A troubling detail about the amount of debt and savings among Australians has been revealed in new research.
‘3-4 packs per day’: Kids’ vaping addiction
Aussie kids are being “aggressively” marketed vapes online, prompting calls for tougher digital advertising laws.
Activist’s ‘plea’ to Instagram influencers
A body positivity activist has called on influencers to stop altering their pictures to help reduce record rates of eating disorders among young Australians.
Disturbing reason men are quitting therapy
Just as the stigma of therapy for men is finally waning, a high rate of men are now giving up on their mental health efforts.
Eye-watering number of hungry Aussies
The staggering amount of Australian households at risk of going hungry have been revealed in a new report from one of the country’s leading charities.
How perfect image destroyed Bachelor
At first glance, Matt Agnew would seem like he had it all. But there was a sad reality that Australia never knew.
Doc reveals ‘heartbreaking’ Aussie crisis
A popular astrophysicist has opened up on the “heartbreaking” response he received after he revealed his own health struggles.
Man’s 50-minute rampage after visit to mum
A man has been sentenced for a wild 50-minute crime spree that left one victim in a coma and another with PTSD.
Tragic detail behind tradie photo
Behind the face of a hardworking employee was a crushing secret that just about killed her.
Aussie man living by cliff saves 500 lives
Don Ritchie was recognised as “one of our greatest Australians” after saving hundreds of lives with nothing more than a cup of tea.
Inside dad’s horrifying health battle
A dad-of-two’s horrifying health battle with a potentially fatal disease – which has left him in and out of a coma – has been revealed.
‘Girl dinner’: Dangerous eating trend revealed
A Queensland teacher has sounded the alarm over a disturbing rise in “eating disorder pacts” among Aussie schoolchildren, fuelled by social media trends.
‘Confused’: Awkward detail in star’s selfie
A battle has erupted between two superstar fitness influencers with potentially millions of dollars hanging in the balance.
Wife’s heartbreak as husband and twins die
The widow of a FIFO worker who died after they lost their twin babies has shared her heartbreak. Warning: Distressing.
Aussie dads’ shock reaction to consent book
A consent activist has revealed some of the unexpected feedback she received after releasing her latest book on sex.
Reason 1.4m Aussies want to quit their job
Shocking new data has revealed thousands of people are contemplating leaving their jobs, and there’s a common reason why.
Simple question brings year 8 boys to tears
One thing was enough to send a classroom of mullet-wearing Year 8 boys into floods of tears.
Shock voicemails after Price’s number leaked
A prominent leader in the No campaign has revealed the racist messages left on her mobile phone, with people calling her an “Uncle Tom” and “coconut”.
AFP officer dies at Perth headquarters
AFP Commissioner Reece Kershaw has released a statement after one of his officers took their own life at AFP’s Perth HQ.
Major abortion change in one state
The updates to 25-year-old abortion laws also mean women will no longer need a referral from a doctor to terminate a pregnancy.
Text before best friend took his life
Rachel text her best friend after she came across a photograph during a clean up – she could never have imagined the news that would follow.
Tragedy as young teacher takes own life
A primary school teacher has tragically taken her own life — with her grief-stricken family taking aim at the education system.
Shock as landlord evicts mum with cancer
A mum with terminal cancer has opened up about the heartbreak of receiving an eviction notice as she struggles to find out how long she has to live.
Woman saves man’s life by opening a door
When she spotted a familiar-looking man standing outside her door, Marcia Morgan went to see what he wanted. She saved his life.
‘I kept my sister’s secret and now she’s dead’
A woman has described the devastation of losing a sibling and then her mum refusing to accept the real cause of death. Warning: Distressing.
‘Stonewalled’: Fury over Aussie crisis
The ADF and successive governments have been lashed for an alleged “relentless failure” to address the crisis of suicide eating up the military community.
Why Aussies can’t afford mental healthcare
One in two Australians say the rising cost of living is having a major impact on their mental health, as the nation’s suicide rate is on the rise.
‘Don’t ask if you don’t really care’
Basketball star Isaac Humphries reveals how “explaining my demons” put him on a new trajectory – and he offers some frank advice for others with friends in need.
Unique way woman brings light to big issue
A mental health diagnosis can be incredible isolated, as one woman knows so well, so one charity is doing all it can to combat that horrible feeling.
Mum’s terrifying warning for all Aussie men
The last six months have been a blur for a woman who lost her husband, but the pain has left her determined to help others.
Distressing call no sibling should receive
A nightmare became reality for a man when he answered the phone to a call from police with harrowing news.
New report makes for terrifying reading
For the first time, Australia’s cost of living crisis can be quantified. And it makes for terrifying reading.
‘Scary’: Weird Sydney photo terrifies Aussies
Australians have been freaked out by a “strange” photo of taken at Balmoral Beach – but there’s a simple explanation to the “weird” scene.
’Soft’: Horror demand of grieving dad
A veteran’s mother has told how her son who died by suicide said he had to re-live the death of his own son at a Navy training course.
Major change for 115,000 workers
One of Australia’s largest employers has announced a major change in support for its 115,000 workers.
‘Jars and scars’: Dutton’s sombre reveal
The Opposition Leader has opened up about the traumatic scenes he witnessed as a young police officer in Queensland.
Surprising trend loved by celebs returns
Popular in the late 90s and early 2000s, the last few years have seen a return of the clamshell-style mobile phone, with a smartphone twist.
Habit 80 per cent of successful people share
There’s a surprising thing the majority of the world’s most successful people have in common – and the good news is, you can do it too.
Vegan influencer was ‘always going to die’
Zhanna Samsonova thought her way of eating was her ‘magic pill’, but it is more likely to be what ended up killing her.
‘Last sanctuary’: Barber’s fight to ban women
Emotions have erupted on social media after a barber announced it would fight for its dream of a male-only space.
‘Major’ concern found in Shane Tuck inquest
An AFL player Shane Tuck is looking into whether his death in 2020 is linked to chronic traumatic encephalopathy and his time playing football.
Woman, 89, beaten to death at care home
An elderly woman was beaten to death by a dementia-sufferer eight weeks after moving into a care home.
‘Will I walk again?’: Tragic buck’s accident
A Queensland groom has been involved in a horrific motorbike accident at his buck’s party two months out from his wedding.
‘Wear what I like’: Erin takes on haters
Erin Molan is ticked off over comments that she dresses “inappropriately” for her age, calling them “ridiculous”.
Union takes on CBA’s return to office order
The Financial Services Union is up in arms about Commonwealth Bank’s push to get workers back in the office.
‘Do better’: ABC under fire for trans kids story
A program on the national broadcaster has come under fire for airing a story which discusses gender distress in children.
Optical illusion reveals your true personality
What do you see in this ink blot? Apparently what your brain deciphers from the image can reveal intimate details about you.
Sad reason 14yo trans boy took his life
The teen’s parents tried desperately to get their son the care he needed but met roadblocks at every turn.
‘Huge step’ as abortion access changes
Women across the country will have easier access to medical abortions, in a major overhaul to the rules and regulations.
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