State reaches devastating milestone
One state has reached a disturbing and devastating milestone for the first time ever.
Family & friends
‘Vital support’ coming for Aussie carers
Australia is set to launch its first National Carers Strategy in nearly a decade, with the number of carers set to dramatically increase due to our ageing population.
‘Nowhere safe’: Urgent plea for DV funds
Domestic violence advocacy bodies have issued a plea to the Prime Minister ahead of a crucial meeting with state and territory leaders.
Weird update in ‘human dog’ saga
Dogs are clearly a man’s best friend. A man who spends his life dressed as a dog has finally found someone just as weird as him.
‘Tired’: 27yo breaks down over taboo
A young Aussie has revealed she’s “sick and tired” of a stigma she faces over an issue impacting more Aussies than you might assume.
Boomer norm that Gen Z can’t get right
Grace has been sharing the new thing she’s been trying even though it makes her “nervous” and it exposes what young people are surprisingly bad at.
‘My sister charged me for babysitting my kid’
An American woman was stunned to receive an invoice from her sister for babysitting her daughter – slamming the charges as “ridiculous”.
Why more Aussies are warming to prenups
Once thought of as carrying a negative stigma, it seems as though more Aussies are warming to the idea of prenups, with a family law firm reporting a massive increase in requests.
Jim’s big hint on new budget winner
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has flagged measures to encourage Australians to have more babies will be included in next Tuesday’s federal budget.
‘Can I bring my toddler to a hens weekend?’
A bridesmaid with childcare issues has put the maid of honour in a really difficult position with a request that’s fraught with issues.
‘Cheap’: Woman’s huge rant against couples
A woman has hit out at couples who don’t take into consideration their financial position over their single friends, labelling them cheap.
‘Livid’: Brothers spark war over inheritance
Estranged brothers who were all but left out of their mother’s will have decided to fight back.
Historic moment as ‘Hannah’s Law’ passes
Coercive control will become a crime in a second state after laws following the horrific domestic violence deaths of Hannah Clarke and her children passed.
‘Exodus’ fuelling crisis for state’s kids
Questions have been raised over the decline in child protection case workers, who are tasked with the welfare of some of the state’s most vulnerable kids.
Dad gets daughter’s best friend, 22, pregnant
A woman has lashed out after discovering her 49-year-old father has been having an affair with her best mate and ended up pregnant.
Surprising Aussie family habit revealed
A surprising number of Aussie families still sit down to eat this meal together, according to new research.
Superstar’s surprise day out in Bondi
Pink and her family spent the day at one of Sydney’s best known beaches before the start of her sellout tour.
Girl with 21 siblings trolled over picture
Ellie – one of 22 children – celebrated her landmark birthday dressed up in a beautiful white dress and matching sparkly heels.
Mum-of-22’s luxurious family holiday
A mother of 22 children has gone on a holiday spree in 2023 — and she managed to fit in a luxurious trip right before the year ended.
Top baby names in one state revealed
One state has revealed its top baby names for 2023, with some surprising results. See the full list here.
Tragic story behind mum’s urgent plea
A cancer survivor who gave birth to her stillborn baby boy has shared her story so other lives can be saved.
Win for mum who stabbed brother-in-law
A new mother who was jailed for stabbing her partner’s brother has scored a victory in court as she attempts to overturn her conviction.
Woolies slammed for ‘deluxe’ Christmas buy
The “deluxe” Christmas buy, which costs $15, has left customers disappointed.
Why 9yo girl’s artwork sold for $100k
A Sydney woman who spent $100,000 on a nine-year-old’s painting at a recent auction has revealed the heart warming reason behind her six-figure purchase.
‘Painful’ truth behind beautiful photos
Young people have revealed the “embarrassing” secret many of them have been hiding – and it is more common than you think.
Two big truths women must accept
Jana Hocking says there are two genuine times in life when you can do the unthinkable – but most single women don’t want to hear it.
‘Gobsmacked’: Sick reason to leave wife
A husband wants to leave his childhood sweetheart for a reason that shows an “untrustworthy” character.
Husband’s ‘toxic and unhealthy’ habit
Relationships expert Isiah McKimmie shares her advice on what to do if you fear someone you know is trapped in an abusive marriage.
Sexy celebrity trend is suddenly everywhere
Kylie Jenner recently put a wild hook up trend under the spotlight – and it’s not just celebrities who are busily embracing it.
Grisly moment 74yo stabbed son-in-law
A confronting video has revealed the moment an elderly man stabbed his son-in-law at a busy train station in a brazen daylight attack.
Toxic new trend on the rise in Australia
Experts have warned against a toxic new trend that on the rise and wreaking havoc in people’s relationships.
Entitled mum-in-law’s wild birth demand
A pregnant woman is pleading for help after being pressured by her husband to allow her mother-in-law in the room while she gives birth.
Update on cop accused of tasering 95yo
There has been a major development for a police officer charged with tasering a 95-year-old great-grandmother while she was using a walking frame.
‘Flaky’ Australians slammed by Canadian
Australians have been offered a piece of humble pie over a painful habit many may not know they’re guilty of.
Jock Zonfrillo’s daughter breaks silence
The late MasterChef judge’s eldest daughter has posted a tribute on social media three weeks after her father’s shock death.
What solar eclipse means for your star sign
Moon enthusiasts need to head to one Australian state on Thursday to witness a rare event that promises to be magnificent.
Biggest mistake millennial women make
Melissa Shedden tried one hack to make her life easier and now she wants all Millennial women to know about it.
Dom’s tears for son’s missed milestone
The NSW Premier says the requirements of the job meant he missed a key moment in his son’s life amid campaigning for the March 25 state election.
Rare space event to hit Australia today
For the first time since 1996, this celestial event will impact Australia – and the consequences could be huge.
Julia Roberts’ family secret kept for 150 years
Hollywood super star Julia Roberts was certain about who her family were. Turns out, she was wrong.
Man charged over partner’s death in CBD
A 27-year-old man has been charged over the death of a 24-year-old woman who was found in a CBD.
Boyfriend’s final word for slain mum
Heartbreaking messages are continuing to pour in for a mother who was allegedly murdered by her ex-husband.
‘Never forget’: School tragedy memorial
Hillcrest Primary School and the wider Devonport community are planning to commemorate the jumping castle tragedy that took the lives of six children.
Urgent deadline for Christmas mail
Strict deadlines for sending Christmas cards and gifts so they can be delivered in time are quickly closing in, Australia Post warns.
Happy ending in search for missing boys
There’s been a good twist in the search for two young boys, aged three and eight, who went missing.
‘Cultish’: Exorcisms, gay conversion exposed
Exorcisms, LGBTIQA+ suppression and sexual assaults were allegedly happening at a rehab facility, prompting one state government to ban conversion practices.
Key issue affecting young Aussies
Teenagers are crying out for help on a range of issues, a survey has revealed.
‘A wreck’: Dad’s complaint about new mum
A husband had laid out exactly what it’s like to go home to his wife since their baby was born – and how it makes him want to leave her.
Aussie state to overhaul strict abortion laws
One state with some of the toughest abortion laws in Australia is seeking to finally overhaul its outdated legislation.
Westfield reveals big Santa photo change
Westfield has unveiled a major change to its Santa photo offering in one state.
I married my stepbrother – mum didn’t mind
A 23-year-old woman is keeping it in the family by marrying her stepbrother – and their parents support their decision.
Aussies bucked major Covid trend
Aussies managed to do one thing surprisingly better than most during the Covid-19 pandemic, Australian Bureau of Statistics data has revealed.
Mum ‘convinced’ she looks like 22yo’s sister
We all like to think we look younger than we really are – but one mum is convinced that she looks like her 22-year-old daughter’s sister.
How tiny tattoo solved 60-year mystery
An Aussie woman has met her biological siblings for the first time in 60 years, and made a shock discovery about another sister who passed away.
‘Rules sex’: Wild impact of tonight’s moon
Tuesday’s “unpredictable and erratic” solar eclipse means strange things for money, sex and relationships. Buckle up.
‘Mortifying’: Woman sent parents nudes
Fitness influencer Steph Claire Smith has revealed she accidentally sent her parents a nude photo and her mum replied.
‘Disgrace’: Plan to end domestic violence
A national plan to end violence against women and children includes some big changes to key services.
Annoying thing people with kids always do
Child-free by choice, Jana Hocking has noticed there’s something her mum and dad friends expect from her – and it’s not OK.
Late film icon’s surprising Aussie relative
An Australian public figure has paid tribute to his surprising relative, Oscar nominated and Golden Globe winning actress Angela Lansbury.
The daily struggles of being a ‘tall girl’
Marie Temara is a towering 188cm tall but she’s the short one in a family of “giants” that are taking the internet by storm.
How rapist babysitter used Facebook
A court has heard how a babysitter who raped an infant and sexually abused 15 other children used social media to gain the trust of families.
‘Bridezilla’s’ wedding non-negotiables
An Aussie woman has been labelled a “bridezilla” after sharing her list of wedding “non-negotiables” in a TikTok trend.
Parents’ big news after daughter’s death
The parents of a seven year old girl who died in hospital from multi-organ failure, finally have some good news to share.
Disgraceful act costing state $3 billion
Billions of dollars will be stripped from the NSW economy due to the growing impact of one thing during the Covid-19 pandemic.
‘Unexplainable’ twin phenomenon revealed
Identical twins have revealed an “odd” and “unexplainable” twin phenomenon, with a claim that has since been backed by twin siblings world wide.
Unlikely winners in inflation crisis
Some Australians are cashing in on welfare changes and pocketing hundreds of dollars in the process.
‘Too late’: Girls forced out on street
The father of a girl forced to sleep on the street after she was let down by the homelessness services system fears it is too late for her.
’We sacrifice’: Couple’s drama after rate rise
Many people are on edge waiting to see just how high interest rates will go up when the Reserve Bank of Australia meets next week.
DNA solves sisters’ 17-year mystery
Two sisters, who were adopted by different families as babies, have opened up about their emotional reunion after a 17-year search.
‘Hi, Mum’: Scam text alert for parents
Scammers are taking extraordinary steps to dupe people, including pretending to be the children of parents to steal money.
MAFS stars spotted sunbaking topless
Domenica Calarco and Ella Ding are enjoying a European getaway where they rocked G-string bikinis on a boat and even went topless.
Why we are telling fewer lies online
The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed changes to the way we use social media, interact with people and even how we work.
Winners of interest rate hike revealed
Rising interest rates are giving many people a headache but there are some people who are benefiting from it.
Heartwarming moment paraplegic stands up
Footage has emerged of the heartwarming moment a woman who was crushed by a 600kg horse stands up on her 30th birthday.
What made PM ‘emotional’ on first day
On the first day of the new parliament, Anthony Albanese became emotional as he revealed a surprise visit that meant a lot to him.
Woman reunited with her ‘magic’ ring
An Australian woman had ‘’no hope’’ staff would find the ring she’d lost in the mail, but to her surprise, they did.
How to survive a friendship break-up
A grief educator has revealed how to process the end of a friendship as painlessly as possible.
Is it OK to kiss your friends on the lips?
It’s that awkward moment when you greet a friend. Is it OK to kiss your friends on the lips?
Son allegedly dupes elderly mum of $1m
A man has been charged with defrauding a staggering sum from his elderly, ill mother who did not have capacity to grant him permission.
How to spot non-romantic gaslighting
You don’t have to be in a romantic relationship to be the victim of gaslighting. Any toxic relationship can result in emotional manipulation.
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