New late-night ritual ruining your life
Millions of Australians have been putting themselves in harm’s way with a seemingly innocent pre-bed ritual.
Wellbeing
Cheap, simple ways to get a good night’s sleep
We all need a good sleep. It’s a chance to recharge, de-stress and even fight off wrinkles. But half of all Aussies sleep poorly. Here’s how to change that.
Lazy Aussie habit exposed in global data
‘You have the same 24 hours a day as Beyonce’ – now researchers have revealed how we spend those hours.
Shock stat reveals Aussies on financial brink
New research has revealed many Australians are living on the edge of financial crisis, with some having no money to fall back on in case of an emergency.
Barred doctor’s fresh legal strife
A suspended doctor and anti-vax protest leader is facing a new legal headache after being charged by police.
Cheeky billboard after 12th rate rise
The company’s new campaign takes aim at this week’s rate rise, which has added to the cost of living pain.
Massive change coming for Aussie smokers
A fresh fight is looming over the health warnings included on cigarette packs as the bid to drive down the number of daily smokers ramps up.
Woman, 52, reveals secret to ‘visible abs’
A woman has revealed how she overhauled her lifestyle when she became menopausal – and it completely transformed her body.
Disturbing Covid trend across Australia
Covid numbers are climbing across the country as health experts plead with Australians to do the “simple measures” ahead of winter.
Warning as ‘super’ flu hits 40,000 Aussies
The number of cases of a brutal flu strain are already 100 times higher than last year, with warnings of how tough winter will be.
Major risk for crucial Aussie industry
Australians struggling to get a doctor’s appointment have been warned things could get even worse as the government struggles to attract overseas talent.
‘I’m 39, but I have the body of a 23-year-old’
A man claims he has cracked the code to looking youthful – and he’s offered up one of his best tips, which is simpler than you’d expect.
Doctor’s tips on how to stay young
Most people don’t feel their age but there are three sure signs you’re getting old – and there’s a way to slow them down.
Boys locked in room with no food, furniture
A public hearing has revealed the horror scene where two teen boys with disabilities were found naked in a locked room with no food or furniture.
Why some experts are pro-vaping
Not all health experts agree the federal government’s $234m policy to reduce vaping and smoking will achieve what they expect.
New monkeypox case confirmed
NSW Health has identified the first case of mpox in the state in six months as it issues an urgent warning for one group.
How 20 minutes could save your life
A simple test that could save your life has been given a lifeline by the Health Minister in next week’s budget.
Aussie’s wild move to fix his skin
While most Aussies might simply just switch up their beauty products to fix their skin, one man has resorted to desperate measures.
Human lifespan could extend by 80 per cent
Humankind could be around the corner from discovering the secret to eternal youth following breakthrough research into cell reprogramming.
Condom brand’s redesign amid shock sex find
A popular condom brand has overhauled its packaging after it was revealed one in two Aussies admit they are confused by sexual consent.
Horrific truth about AFL icon‘s brain trauma
The wife of an AFL legend who died from suicide related to brain trauma he suffered has laid bare the suffering her husband went through before his death.
‘Disturbing’: Rise in killer of youth revealed
A concerning report has revealed a steep rise in the number of young people dying as a result of a devastating community-wide problem.
Savage showdown over medicines reform
Labor is facing a fierce showdown over changes to medicine dispensing rules it says will save six million Aussies money.
One thing all parents need to know
It’s commonly seen in movies as a way to save someone’s life but this first aid move isn’t advised in Australia for a very good reason.
Surprising trend for many young Aussies
While Gen Z and Millenials are suffering the most under the cost of living crisis, they are still prepared to splurge on certain items – house deposit be damned.
Australia shuts down ‘free vape’ plan
The UK is set to dish out millions of free vapes to help its smokers quit. But Australia has chosen a totally different direction.
‘Clear message’: Tough new vaping laws
Thousands of new locations will soon be declared off limits to vapers, with one Aussie state set to bring in strict new laws.
Vaccine mistake young people make
There are some vaccines most people get without question but there’s one that a lot of people avoid. Dr Zac Turner says that’s a mistake.
Desperate search for missing hiker
A search is currently underway in a state’s high country, where an Irish hiker has reportedly been missing for days.
Scary reason men are infertile
A doctor has revealed the main reasons men may struggle with infertility and it’s not what a lot of people may think.
When does daylight saving end?
Daylight saving will end on the first Sunday of April this year gifting millions of Aussies an extra hour of sleep. But should all states adopt it?
Celeste Barber: ‘I refuse to hate how I look’
The 40-year-old gained celebrity status when she started to photograph herself side-by-side mimicking celebrity and influencer photo shoots.
Aussie comedian reveals wildest TV stunt
Celeste Barber has drawn back the curtain on the difficult stunts she had to perform as a part of her new TV show and revealed her husband’s reaction.
‘Avoid’: Exercise that’s actually bad for you
It’s an exercise everyone has done at some point, but Dr Zac Turner says this particular movement could cause more harm than good.
How to stay fit at any stage of life
Age isn’t a barrier to remaining agile, especially if you follow these top tips on staying the fitness course.
What’s the big fuss about this crazy Iceman?
Aussies are losing it over this Dutch motivationalist and extreme athlete, and for good reason.
Heater recalled over carbon monoxide fears
A heater sold nationally for five years has been recalled amid fears a faulty bracket could lead to serious illness, injury or death.
‘Waste of time’: Sleep trick you need to avoid
An Aussie sleep expert has revealed the biggest misconceptions that could be getting in the way of a good night’s sleep.
Premier’s plea to families doing it tough
A state’s leader has issued a heartfelt plea to families struggling with cost of living pressures, urging them to take one vital action.
Triple J’s savage take-down of conspiracy
Conspiracy theorists have been embarrassed after the national broadcaster aired a savage take-down of a wild conspiracy Aussies have embraced.
How much sleep you really need
A sleep expert has revealed the exact amount of shut-eye you need to get at each stage of life.
Grim warning after festival death
A popular Tasmanian music festival was left reeling after the sudden death of a man who attended on Saturday evening.
‘Shouldn’t have died’: Mother’s plea
Katrina Korver’s son, Danial, was found by passers-by on Rainbow Alley in June last year after a battle with addiction.
‘Smart policy’: Women’s equality budget push
Equality and equity should be at the forefront of the government’s May budget, a taskforce set up by Labor has urged.
‘Escalated’: Horror DV figure revealed
The number of domestic violence offenders in Australia has increased yet again as support services plead for more to be done to protect women.
First gay basketballer tried to take own life
The national team’s first openly gay basketballer has revealed his challenging mental health struggles after he came out to the public.
’It’s hell’: Horror conditions in Aussie rentals
Renters are being forced to suffer through “hellish” conditions with temperatures inside homes reaching over 40 degrees this summer.
Daughter breaks down speaking about ONJ
Olivia Newton-John’s daughter has revealed how she keeps her connection to her mother alive months after her tragic passing.
Woman to be deported after 11 years in Aus
A British woman is petitioning the Immigration Minister to allow her to remain living in her coastal holiday town community.
‘Catastrophic’ superbugs could kill 10 million
The next pandemic could result in the undermining of modern medicine as we know it, experts have warned.
State‘s ‘brave decision’ on pill testing
Australian doctors have come out in support of a controversial pill testing move, saying it will stop people from “dropping dead”.
‘Scared’ victim helped end robodebt
Five years after she’d received Centrelink payments, a woman had her entire tax return taken, but won it back, helping to bring down robodebt.
Coke, Pepsi could make testicles larger
The study attempting to determine the impact of soft drink on sex organs in men has delivered some, well, surprising results.
Fresh calls to change state’s drug laws
A doctor has warned a state’s current laws are forcing chronically ill people to take addictive prescription medications.
Premier hits back at MP’s anti-sex worker jab
A new MP has prompted a state premier to quash her views on “radical” gender issues as something he has no interest in hearing.
Influencer suing bar over beachside brawl
A man had earned more than $100k on OnlyFans when he was forced to apply for a disability pension after being injured in a bar brawl, a court has heard.
Major plan to ‘transform’ NSW healthcare
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has pledged to give women easier access to essential medication in a long-awaited announcement
23yo died after ‘catastrophic’ vax reaction
A 23yo woman with an unknown neurological condition died ‘unexpectedly’ in her sleep after two doses of the Covid vaccine, an inquiry has heard.
How much weight you lose when you fart
It might not be a proven method for dropping the kilos, but Aussie celebrity scientist Dr Karl Kruszelnicki has revealed how much weight you can lose from farting.
X-rated find in David Jones’ flagship store
David Jones shoppers will be in for a surprise after the retailer announced a racy new product section in its flagship store.
Model’s ‘fatty’ stomach goes viral
A model’s candid stomach snap is going viral but there’s a very sad reason the photo is making such big waves online.
Top lifeguard’s warning as death toll rises
The nation’s beaches are claiming more lives than ever, with one state deeply concerned about people’s safety over the last weeks of summer.
Tik tok doc’s dire Medicare warning for Aus
A doctor has gone viral on TikTok by explaining why the cost to visit the GP is growing. Now he’s answered all the hot-topic questions about the issues surrounding Medicare.
Daughter’s last words to mum before tragedy
A mother who lost her teenage daughter to suicide has spoken out in the hope of raising awareness around youth mental health.
PM’s tribute to memory of Aussie suffragette
Anthony Albanese is expected to laud his own party’s achievements for women at a breakfast event on Wednesday.
State spending least on students revealed
Students in one state have the least spent on their education by their government compared to their interstate counterparts, according to a new report.
Rivals pledge to address pokies crisis
Two premiers on opposite sides of the political divide have announced they will team-up in an effort to drive desperately needed gambling reform.
‘Highest risk’: Girls school’s footy ban
A girls school with a history of producing female sporting champions has revealed plans to stop its students playing footy.
Two psychedelics approved for therapy
Australia will soon allow psychiatrists to prescribe two psychedelics as a treatment for mental health conditions.
Big changes planned for Medicare
A huge plan to overhaul Medicare will be considered as pressure mounts on the government to fix the “broken” system.
Miracle as missing man found in bush
A man with dementia who went missing from his nursing home has been found at the bottom of a waterfall.
Horror lockdown impact on students
A startling number of schoolchildren are refusing to return to the classroom, having endured as many as six lockdowns across two years.
Woman’s letter reveals horror $65,000 debt
The crushing letter sent to a pensioner telling her she had been overpaid and had to pay back $65,000 has been revealed.
Aussie of the Year defends star from trolls
The new Australian of the Year has called out “evil” trolls over the body shaming of tennis commentator Jelena Dokic.
Sad truth behind Aussie Mum’s top honour
Taryn Brumfitt snagging the top honour has been criticised but there’s a sad reason why she deserves to be Australian Of The Year.
Mum’s top honour after viral body photo
Body image activist Taryn Brumfitt has already asked the Prime Minister for a meeting to discuss helping Australians feel better about their bodies.
My mission to ‘save men’ from themselves
Australian of the Year Taryn Brumfitt says accepting her own body was like a “golden ticket moment” and she’s wanting to share that feeling across the country.
Jess Watson reveals ‘horrendous’ grief
The youngest person to sail solo around the world has revealed the devastation of her losing her partner.
‘Myriad’ cause of Abbie’s sudden weight loss
Abbie Chatfield has lashed speculation about her “changing body”, explaining it’s caused by many things but it’s “no one’s business”.
Warning after deadly virus found in state
A potentially deadly virus has spread in another state after weeks of heavy rainfall and flooding.
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