Damir Dokic, Jelena’s estranged father, dead
Damir Dokic, the controversial father and former coach of Jelena Dokic, has died, closing what she called a “difficult and painful” chapter.
Family & friends
Sussan Ley’s devastating personal news
Opposition leader Sussan Ley has shared a devastating family update just days after she was named the first female leader of the Liberal Party.
Star’s fight with famous sister goes public
The messy fall out of two siblings who are feuding over a baby shower has gone public after another family member aired their dirty laundry.
Remarkable past of Aussie in-sync twins
Each time footage of Bridgette and Paula Powers speaking in unison resurfaces, it captivates audiences around the globe. But who are they?
27yo exposes reality of being an adult in Aus
A Wollongong woman has shared what it’s really like navigating friendships as an adult and the struggle of feeling left out.
Aussies warned of Valentine’s Day scams
Aussies looking for love are being warned to stay vigilant this Valentine’s Day after one state lost $8.9m to “romance scams”.
‘Too young’: Dutton’s personal confession
Normally quiet on details of his personal life, Peter Dutton has shared rare insights into his first failed marriage and a broken engagement that resulted in his first child.
Albo shares candid adoption story
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has opened up about life with his beloved late mother – including a revelation she considered putting him up for adoption as a child.
State reaches devastating milestone
One state has reached a disturbing and devastating milestone for the first time ever.
‘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.
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