$150k in jewellery taken in prayer scam: cops
A woman allegedly had $150,000 worth of jewellery stolen after she was approached by a man claiming to be a spiritual guide.
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‘At the peak of his powers’: Baker cooks up a sensational summer
A study of the Bjorn Baker stable’s results this season, and particularly in recent weeks, makes for compelling reading and supports a leading syndicator’s assertion that the trainer is Sydney’s form conditioner.
Gutherson’s big move to appease Dragons fans
New Dragons skipper Clint Gutherson has signalled a huge move that should put him well and truly in the good books of fans of the struggling NRL club.
15yo fatally stabs pizza shop owner: cops
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy over the death of a pizza shop owner who was fatally stabbed and “taken too soon”.
Fresh train strikes loom for Sydney
Train unions are threatening a return of disruptive industrial action next week, after the NSW government refused a demand to refund commuters for previous chaos.
Bus driver’s horror 10-day scam ordeal
Scammers had a field day using this Aussie dad’s credit card details — then the bank turned around and said it must have been him who had done it.
‘Pity’ to miss derby, says Mata
With the Sydney derby taking place on Saturday night, a hamstring injury has come at the wrong time for A-League drawcard Juan Mata.
Man fatally stabbed at pizza shop named
Six teenagers have been arrested after beloved pizza shop owner, Sonmez Alagoz, died after being found with a stab wound to his chest at a pizza shop in Sydney’s western suburbs.
‘Happened so quick’: Warning as 24yo dies
The family of a 24-year-old from Sydney have shared a heartfelt message for other Aussies after suffering a “catastrophic” loss.
200yo school’s back-to-the-future move
One of the oldest Catholic schools in the country is marking the start of a new chapter by welcoming these pupils for the first time in nearly six decades.
Baby’s death sparks outcry for new car tech
The shock death of a baby in Sydney has highlighted the one piece of safety tech many new cars are missing.
‘Didn’t think it would be fair to the horse’: Star colt sidelined
Sydney trainer Anthony Cummings confirms minor injury problems have ruled star colt El Castello out of the autumn – and out of a mouth-watering Group 1 clash with Broadsiding.
Tactical cops swarm inner city street
Dramatic pictures have captured heavily-armed officers arriving at the scene overnight after reports of loud noises in the street.
Sydney sisters’ brilliant $100M idea
A casual kitchen table conversation led to a savings app with $100 million in funds under management.
Ban on woman accused of botox ruse
A woman accused of hospitalising three people with unregistered cosmetic injections has been ordered to stop.
‘Absolute tragedy’: 1yo found dead in car
Police believe a baby girl found dead inside a car outside a Sydney childcare centre may have been left in the vehicle for some time as investigations continue.
Single winner claims entire $100m jackpot
A Sydney woman has revealed her plans after scoring the entire $100m Oz Lotto jackpot, making her the biggest sole winner in the game’s history.
Power outage hits thousands of homes
Crews are working to restore power after thousands across Sydney woke up to a blackout.
Public toilet triggers Sydney class war
A new public toilet has sparked outrage among residents of affluent Sydney suburb, with one resident suggesting the loo is more suited to the city’s western suburbs.
Sydney man jumps into moving plane engine
A Sydney bodybuilder has defended a wild viral stunt which saw him climb into an aeroplane engine for some push ups.
‘Highly volatile’: Fight to stop factory fire
People are being warned to stay away from a Sydney suburb as more than 100 firefighter crews work to control a massive factory fire.
Slammin’ Sam’s path: English quartet to follow Burgess to Bunnies
Four English imports have landed at the Townsville Blackhawks, chasing NRL glory in the footsteps of Sam Burgess. Can they handle the heat and prove themselves to the Rabbitohs?
Call for tougher hate speech laws
A Sydney MP, whose electorate has faced a spate of anti-Semitic attacks, has called for Australia to toughen its hate speech laws, saying “words matter”.
LPGA winner’s plan to honour idol and snare Aussie title
Australian LPGA winner Grace Kim has opened up on the pressure to achieve the WPGA Championship on home soil, as she strives to honour her idol, golfing icon Karrie Webb.
Shock resignation rocks NSW government
Jo Haylen has resigned her position over damaging allegations that she repeatedly used her taxpayer-funded government driver for personal trips.
Sharks spotted at popular Sydney swim spot
Dog owners have been urged to “think twice” after multiple killer sharks were sighted at a popular Aussie swimming spot.
Souths star in serious doubt for round 1
Campbell Graham is in serious doubt for round 1 after the Rabbitohs provided an update on the strike centre’s fitness.
Star does Aussiest thing as Sydney sizzles
Temperatures are soaring – and that means everyone, even our most famous stars – are flocking to just one place.
Horror as bus crashes into home
A bus carrying at least six passengers has crashed into a home on a suburban street in Sydney.
Latrell handed mentor to address big problem
Rabbitohs fullback Latrell Mitchell is one of the best players in the NRL but Wayne Bennett is keen to ensure he becomes the complete package.
‘Ruined my life’: Con that rocked Aussie sport
It was the con job that fooled the biggest names in Australian sport and left a trail of destruction so vast its impact is still felt today.
Update in feared anti-Semitic egg attack
Police have issued an update after eggs were thrown at a group of women in what was feared to be another anti-Semitic attack.
‘Can’t fault my horse’: Unbeaten colt ready for Millennium test
Talented colt Rivellino can enhance his reputation on Sydney’s big stage when he takes on Saturday’s lucrative $2m Inglis Millennium at Royal Randwick.
Sydney favourite forced to close immediately
A well-known yum cha institution has been forced to shut its doors as an investigation unfolds following reports of customers falling seriously ill.
Grafton preview: Dunn lauds apprentice a future star
Apprentice jockey Jett Newman made a fairytale start to her career on Sunday and her boss Matthew Dunn has given her two more great chances at Grafton on Tuesday.
Defender wants Sydney to see ‘best’ of him
Sydney FCs defensive options have increased with the signing of an experienced centre-back and the emergence of a young talent.
CFMEU official’s car allegedly firebombed
A boat and a Ford utility were found well alight out the front of a union official’s home in the early hours of Monday morning.
Star seen on beach date with best friend’s ex
One of Australia’s most beloved influencers has been spotted enjoying a dip at a Sydney beach with her best friend’s ex-boyfriend.
‘Shocking’: Council moves to hike rates 111pc
Sydney residents are facing an “appalling” rate rise of 111 per cent to help pay off $51 million for a botched project.
‘I just paid $26 for a sausage McMuffin’
Aussies have yet again been outraged by the price of dining out, with one bloke paying through the nose for a glorified McMuffin.
Nat Barr rips into MP on alleged terror plot
Sunrise host Natalie Barr has sparred with Tanya Plibersek over the Prime Minister’s handling of an alleged foiled anti-Semitic terror plot in Sydney.
UFC boss Dana White en route to Sydney
UFC president Dana White is expected to touch down in Sydney this afternoon ahead of the city’s UFC 312 pay per view event.
Ben Fordham spreads huge UFC rumour
UFC boss Dana White is travelling to Sydney and there is speculation Donald Trump’s confidante will make a big announcement.
Twist as anti-Semitic attacks continue
Five women have been allegedly assaulted in Bondi in what police believe to be an anti-Semitic attack, as “f**k Jews” graffiti was found in several suburbs.
‘Miserable’: Architect skewers new home
A top architect has taken aim at new home’s “poor standard of design and construction” – the style of which is so common you’ll find identical ones everywhere.
Dad slammed over $50 Airtasker request
A dad has put a job out asking if someone would help secure him a picnic table for his child’s birthday – to mixed reactions.
Dutton claims ‘leaking’ fears in terror plot
Peter Dutton has made the extraordinary claim that NSW Police chose to keep the PM in the dark over the foiled caravan terror plot due to concerns of “leaking”.
‘Drugged-out’: War erupts over luxe rehab
Locals in an idyllic country town have declared war on operators of a luxury rehabilitation centre that charges patients $25,000 per week.
Tragedy as boy, 7, drowns at waterhole
The young boy was pulled unresponsive from the water before being flown to hospital in a critical condition.
Comeback galloper on rollercoaster ride to $1m race
Fukubana scored his first win since returning from a serious injury at Doomben and trainer Matt Dunn is now eyeing off a million-dollar race in Sydney.
‘Unsettling’: Dutton’s call on ‘terror’ caravan
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has called for an independent assessment of a communications breakdown involving the PM over a failed Sydney terror plot.
Shock cost of having just one extra bedroom
Sydney families are squeezing into ever smaller housing as alarming figures reveal just how much more you have to pay for each additional bedroom in a home.
Perth favourite set for A-League comeback with Sydney FC
Experienced defender Alex Grant’s next move has been officially confirmed – but it is only a short term deal.
Lee Freedman filly denies Gollan debutants at Doomben
Lee Freedman has a couple of Sydney autumn Group 1s in mind for filly Idyllic Affair after her win in the QTIS 2YO Handicap at Doomben against a pair of Tony Gollan favourites.
Abbott erupts over Albo’s ‘shocking failure’
The former Prime Minister has slammed Anthony Albanese after he was “left out of the loop” about an alleged anti-Semitic terror plot.
Premier’s plea as investigation ramps up
The NSW Premier has vowed no stone will be left unturned after a “deeply distressing” spate of alleged hate attacks across Sydney.
Mata hurt in Wanderers win
Western Sydney returned to winning form in Brisbane but it was victory marred by an injury to the club’s biggest star.
Pop legend’s brush with death in Sydney
The British pop icon cheated death when she was just 22 and in Sydney with then boyfriend Mick Jagger.
‘Unusual’: Melbourne to lose crown as nation’s auction capital
As real estate buying and selling heats up again for 2025, Victoria has been surpassed as the nation’s auction mecca, with more auctions scheduled in another state for most of February.
Sydney poised to unleash Costa on Reds
Sydney FC’s bid to find some much-needed form against Adelaide United could be aided by the potential return of Brazilian star Douglas Costa.
Crowds lose it over pop-up at Aus Open
A chicken shop that reached cult status in Sydney’s west was a surprising addition as a pop-up at the Australian Open. Here’s what it says about our nation.
Man charged after fatal Eastlakes stabbing
Police have charged a man with murder days after emergency crews were called to a footpath in a suburban street following an alleged fatal stabbing.
Sydney home prices plunge amid interest rates warning
The Sydney housing market has become trapped in a downturn, with home prices falling significantly in some areas since late last year.
Grandad’s claim over child abuse material
A court has been told the reason why grandfather convicted of accessing child abuse material decided to access it in the first place.
50 boys leave as elite school goes co-ed
Dozens of students have left a presitigious Australian boys school as it pushes ahead with plans to go co-ed from 2026.
‘Unprecedented’: PM pressured on terror plot
Anthony Albanese has shut down reporters asking questions about an alleged anti-Semitic terror plot, as Peter Dutton said it was significant if the PM wasn’t told.
Fordham rages over ‘woke’ work question
A contractor has revealed the “intrusive” question he was asked when working on a major Sydney project, with Ben Fordham firing up over the “woke” move.
Landlords offering up to $13,000 free rent
Under-pressure landlords are offering massive savings of up to almost $13,000 in free rent in a massive momentum shift for desperate tenants.
Albo blasted as cops hunt for ‘mastermind’
Police are on the hunt for the masterminds of an alleged Sydney terror plot after making two unrelated arrests, while Albo has come under fire for being “out of the loop”.
Ugly Phil now has the worst work hours
The veteran radio host has announced he’s accepted a job which comes with some of the worst work hours imaginable.
Can’t make Vegas? Sports clubs, RSLs will bring NRL party Down Under
Rugby league’s biggest stars are due to showcase their talents as the NRL season launches in Las Vegas. But live sites at clubs across NSW will give fans the chance to join the party right here. See the full list of locations.
Bloated council exposed by damning pic
A cash-strapped council that says it has to raise rates by 40 per cent to fund a $40 million hole has a long history of “incompetence”, locals say.
Major update on top news reader’s health
Popular TV news reader Peter Overton vanished from our screens with his employer leaving it up to his wife to explain his absence.
Alleged caravan terror plot targets revealed
The alleged intended targets of a suspected terror plot have been revealed after a caravan was found with explosives and a chilling note inside.
D-Day arrives for Wanderers in desperate finals fight
If the Western Sydney Wanderers are serious about playing finals football in 2025 they have to lift against Brisbane this week. See the latest A-League news in On The Attack with ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE.
Moment that sparked alleged cop assault
Details of the alleged assault of two officers in a Sydney late night hot spot have been revealed in court as one of the three men who is alleged to have played a role was denied bail.
Wendell Sailor’s big call on assault charges
Brisbane Broncos and Wallabies great Wendell Sailor will fight allegations he assaulted two men, a court has been told.
Man charged after allegedly stalking girls
A man has been charged after allegedly stalking a group of young girls across Sydney’s east over multiple days before allegedly following them into the surf.
Forgotten Test gun’s rise continues
He went more than 760 days between Sheffield Shield hundreds after a Test ton in 2019 but now he’s back in the spotlight Kurtis Patterson is posing big selection questions.
Sydney’s skinniest waterfront has eyewatering price
Sydney’s skinniest waterfront is about to hit the market to kick off the year in real estate and it has a jawdropping price tag, despite its size.
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