Court allows boy to ‘adopt’ teddies
The Family Court’s ‘above and beyond’ response to the seven-year-old’s adorable request has brought tears to eyes and ‘renewed faith in humanity’.
Family & friends
Family’s way to ‘call’ dead dad
A grieving mother wants to install an old dial telephone at a park so people can “call” their loved ones on the other side.
‘I’m too beautiful to make friends’
Claiming being beautiful can be a curse, a woman says her looks have caused a rift between her and her group of friends.
Doctor’s role in alleged child murder plot
A mother of four and a doctor who lists paediatrics as one of his interests have been charged with trying to kill the woman’s youngest child.
Tributes flow after Nanna died alone
The great-great-grandmother who died in hospital before her family’s visitation exemption was approved has been remembered.
Woman ‘too pretty’ to make friends
Claiming “pretty privilege ”, this TikTok star says her lifelong search for a genuine best friend has been up-ended by her looks.
Young girl on excursion left alone at zoo
A four-year-old girl was found alone near the meerkat exhibit at Perth Zoo while on an excursion with a childcare service.
Question to avoid at Christmas table
Experts have revealed the one question you should avoid at this year’s Christmas table if you want to avoid conflict.
‘Have to die’: Young sisters killed by mum
The tragic final moments of two young girls killed by their own mother have been revealed in court. WARNING: Graphic content.
‘Sad’ reason woman sits alone at dinner table
Footage of a woman sitting at a decorated dinner table by herself has gone viral after her boyfriend revealed what had happened.
How girl suffered second degree burns
A five-year-old girl suffered such severe burns to her face and body while at a childcare centre that she needed skin grafting.
Lifeline for victims of shocking crime
Dominic Perrottet unveiled a huge support package for those escaping this shocking crime a day after it was revealed they would be eligible for a $5000 payment.
‘My partner’s son hates me. What can I do?’
A woman says she’s at a loss after being “rejected” by her partner’s adult son, who is “hurtful and cruel” to her despite her attempts at building a connection.
How to ask a friend if they’re vaccinated
Organising a picnic? Choose your guests wisely, as only fully vaccinated people can attend. So how do you find out – and what do you do if they say no?
How government is failing women, kids
Hundreds of domestic violence and homelessness groups have joined forces to urge the federal government to provide more safe and affordable social housing.
‘Creepy’ Father’s Day post shocks online
A social media post about one premier for Father’s Day has been described as ‘nauseating’ and ‘disturbing’, but the man himself has laughed it off.
My sister is marrying my ex-husband
A woman has been left fuming after her sister — who was the maid of honour at her wedding — is now marrying her ex-husband.
Bride ‘traumatised’ by mum’s lingerie gift
A self-confessed cheapskate mum devised a way to save money on wedding night lingerie for her daughter – leaving the bride horrified.
‘Historic’ day for women seeking abortion
A bill that aims to provide safe and private access to abortion services has finally passed through one state parliament, with advocates describing it as a ‘momentous’ day.
Outrage over ‘offensive’ census question
One question on the census form has outraged many people, who have called out the Australian Bureau of Statistics for being insensitive.
‘No’: Mum’s awkward proposal bomb
Ah, some mums will stop at nothing to ruin a special moment, even if you’re in the middle of trying propose to your girlfriend.
Mum purposely got pregnant at 15
A woman has revealed her mum had her at just 15 and people are saying they can’t tell who is who in a video with more than 1 million views.
‘Senseless act’: 50 graves vandalised
Disturbing scenes were witnessed by family members of deceased relatives whose graves were vandalised at a memorial park outside Melbourne.
Man evicts wife, kids for pregnant lover
A man has asked his wife of 26 years and their three children to move out of their home so he could move back in with his pregnant girlfriend.
Blue Wiggle’s heartwarming act
Blue Wiggle Anthony Field has made a heartwarming pledge to the family of an army veteran with terminal cancer.
Signs there’s a psychopath in your life
Worryingly, most people have a psychopath in their lives. Here is what kind of traits you should look out for and what you should do.
What new moon means for your week
Four star signs in particular are in the thick of it this week with a difficult cosmic challenge. Astrologer Vanessa Montgomery reveals all.
Star sign that’s about to fight with boss
One particular star sign – known to be proud at the best of times – is just about ready for a dust-up with their boss.
Star sign that’s feeling frantic this week
If it has been a difficult two weeks then there’s an explanation as to why – the bad news is that there’s one more week to go.
Second chance for abortion measure
One state government has moved to reintroduce a Bill into parliament that aims to provide safe and private access to abortion services.
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