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Aussie star set for ‘life changing’ payday
Mitch Owen single-handedly ended the Sydney Thunder’s hopes of winning the BBL final on Monday night and now he is set to land a huge payday.
Man charged over cop memorial vandalism
NSW Police have made a breakthrough after a memorial to hundreds of officers was allegedly vandalised over the Australia Day weekend.
Swimmers ordered out in wild scenes
Swimmers at a popular Aussie beach were forced out of the water after more than 20 people were caught in a “flash rip” – sparking a mass rescue.
Mystery surrounds man’s footpath death
A major police probe has been launched after a man found injured on a footpath in Sydney’s south died.
‘Magic’: Rare sight in Sydney waters
Footage has captured the “magic” moment a rare type of whale known to frequent icier waters swam by a Sydney ferry over the public holiday.
Later start for Giga Kick to chase autumn riches
Giga Kick’s trainer Clayton Douglas says the powerful sprinter is still weeks away from appearing at the trials as The Everest winner prepares to start his autumn campaign in Sydney.
Roosters make telling salary cap move
Trent Robinson’s men head into 2025 without both strike centres who lifted them to a finals berth, but the Roosters have a plan.
Dark past of notorious gym’s owners
The owners of a gym where a father was shot dead have had their pasts detailed in court proceedings after their registrations were cancelled.
Fury over $3.5k toy taking over rich suburbs
It’s the new phenomenon that’s drawing attention to a wealth divide in some of the nation’s wealthiest suburbs – and splitting Aussies right down the middle.
‘Scent marketer’s cool $9m play
After going large on tree-free paper, this Aussie scent marketer is eyeing off his next big move.
Sunbakers shocked after beach arrest
A man’s sensational arrest on a busy beach has been caught on camera as he faces allegations of “inappropriate behaviour”.
Hollywood star goes incognito in Oz
This Oscar-winning actress has been spotted touching down in Sydney ahead of shooting her next big movie.
Woman fighting for life after balcony fall
Mystery surrounds the incident as police are yet to rule out whether a woman’s horror fall was suspicious.
Why Thunder title would be a BBL win for the ages
David Warner is hoping to become the first Thunder captain to lift the BBL trophy since Mike Hussey – and it would be a triumph over adversity if his side was able to.
Police probe horror fall
Police are investigating after a woman fell from a balcony of a Rose Hill apartment block in western Sydney on Sunday afternoon.
Auckland goes top of the A-League in last minute thriller
Auckland FC has climbed to the top of the A-League table with a stunning 95th minute winner against the Western Sydney Wanderers in a game full of opportunities.
Mosque to fly Australia’s largest flag
A Sydney mosque is celebrating the national holiday with an impressive feat – surpassing even that of Parliament House.
$130m: ‘Buyer’ of Australia’s richest house revealed
The ‘buyer’ of Australia’s most expensive house, sold for an eye-watering $130m – more than 100x our average home price – has been revealed.
More women fall ill after ‘dodgy’ injections
Two more women have been hospitalised with suspected botulism as another fights for life, with all three believed to have received unregulated anti-wrinkle injections from the same person.
Sydney’s dire dating scene forced this single overseas
The secret to finding love in Sydney is simple. Don’t date someone from Sydney. At least that’s what Kriti Gupta has done.
Rolled for 15 to BBL final: Sangha’s road back from rock bottom
Jason Sangha was captain the night Sydney Thunder was skittled for 15. Then, he spent years out of the team. As LACHLAN MCKIRDY explains, it’s why he’s savouring every moment of his first BBL final.
Ominous cancer link to popular Sydney oval
A popular sports ground on the doorstep of the famous SCG was quietly ripped up and resurfaced recently. Here’s the dark theory behind the council’s abrupt move.
Woman fights for life after dodgy injections
A woman is in intensive care after receiving unregulated anti-wrinkle injections at a residential premise.
WATCH: Run out controversy as Thunder rolls over Sixers
The Thunder is through to the BBL Decider, defeating the Sixers in an all-Sydney BBL Challenger final as a controversial run out decision threatened to shape the outcome of the clash.
Horrific footage of violent attack played in court
Two young men are accused of a brutal attack on two off-duty police officers that was caught on a mobile phone recording, a court has been told.
Wheeler hopes sun shines for Electtrica in cup
Bailey Wheeler is eager to see what Electtrica can produce in the Sunshine Coast Cup but he’s also got his eye on the weather forecast.
Second man charged over synagogue attack
A second man has been charged over the Newtown Synagogue attack following a dramatic arrest at a Sydney hotel.
Reason for this insane Sydney crowd
Huge crowds have been spotted in Sydney, as thousands queue up to fest their eyes on a rare event not seen in the city for the last 15 years.
Travellers warned over infectious disease
Health authorities say another traveller has passed through Sydney airports while infected with measles.
Deadly failures at aged-care home revealed
A coroner has handed down his findings into the 19 deaths of patients during the COVID-19 outbreak at Newmarch House at the height of the pandemic.
‘No way’: Fury at plans for giant Macca’s
Plans for a giant 24/7 McDonald’s in a key Sydney suburb has created a furore online – with some locals claiming it’ll ruin the area.
‘Dream is alive’: Schofield’s desire to be linked with champion horse
Chad Schofield is back among the top in Sydney’s riding ranks even though it’s taken longer than expected, and there’s one horse that can help one-time teen prodigy achieve his dream.
Huge update after alleged cop bashing
There has been a major development in the investigation into an alleged attack that left an off-duty police officer seriously injured.
Deadly disease lands in major cities
A major health alert has been issued for two major Aussie cities after a highly-infectious and deadly disease was detected in returned travellers.
Traffic halted after nightmare tunnel fire
A car fire inside one of Sydney’s busiest tunnels has sparked a traffic nightmare, with emergency services scrambling to extinguish the blaze.
Schwarz ready to sizzle in Australia Stakes
Race experience at The Valley will help Sydney galloper Schwarz in his bid to topple dominant favourite Southport Tycoon in Friday night’s Group 2 Australia Stakes at The Valley.
Warner answers critics with huge BBL nod
He was banned from captaining Australia, but when the door opened for David Warner in the Big Bash, he proved his doubters wrong.
More pubs shun Australia Day … now it’s just the ‘long weekend’
Another big hospitality group is snubbing Australia Day, renaming it the “January long weekend” with no reference to the public holiday it revolves around.
Man asleep in tent stabbed by stranger
Police are investigating after a man reported being stabbed by an unknown assailant as he slept in a tent in Sydney’s west.
Moment cops arrest shirtless man
The man was arrested at a hotel in Pyrmont in relation to an attack on a Sydney synagogue.
Young BBL star’s sledge shot down by teammate
After a young star called his cross-town rivals scared the facts thrown back at him could make for a spiteful Big Bash final on Friday.
Bizarre reason for massive Sydney queue
The ultra-stinky Putricia the Corpse flower has finally bloomed at Sydney’s Botanic Gardens, treating visitors to its repugnant smell for the first time in 15 years.
Push to scrap ‘unfair’ $250 parking fee
A new push is underway to scrap “unfair” rules forcing renters to fork out up to $250 just to park near the beach in an affluent Aussie area.
Racing Confidential: Changes needed to ensure Carrington’s future
The Carrington Stakes was disappointingly dropped from Saturday’s Randwick program and two options must be considered to prevent it from happening again.
‘Brilliant’: Warner goes from banned to best
He was banned from ever captaining Australia, but when the door opener for David Warner in the Big Bash, he has proven all his doubters wrong.
Sky Blues farewell Socceroo in $2.5m deal
A Socceroos defender isn’t expected to play for Sydney FC again as he prepares to pledge his future to English club Portsmouth.
’Do your research’: Warning to drivers
Motorists have been warned that fuel prices could soar heading into the long weekend in one state, but there’s a way drivers can limit the damage.
Ousted Liberal’s vow to unseat Bowen
Best known as the ex-Liberal who attempted to sue former prime minister Scott Morrison, Matt Camenzuli will now attempt to unseat Chris Bowen.
‘Scared’: Star BBL spinner lights finals fuse
The Sydney Thunder lost their only full match with cross-town rivals the Sixers this year, but a young spin star has called them out ahead of a monster BBL final.
Stars crumble as Thunder set-up Sydney final
The Thunder have ended the Melbourne Stars’ fairytale run to set up an all-or-nothing Sydney Smash for a place in the BBL decider.
Residents stranded after building collapses
Residents were left stranded overnight after a 10-storey building partially collapsed, forcing more than 50 people to evacuate.
Stars crumble as Thunder seals all-Sydney Challenger final
The Stars’ miraculous playoffs berth had everything, and after a lightning delay, controversial catches, and non-appeals, but the Thunder have ended their fairytale run to set up an all-or-nothing Sydney Smash for a place in the BBL decider.
Carrington Stakes canned due to lack of acceptors
Saturday’s $200,000 feature event at Royal Randwick had to be dropped with limited numbers accepting for the race.
Ray Martin’s $8m home sale bonanza
Media royalty Ray Martin, Australia’s most honoured television personality, has quietly sold his Sydney home of 34 years for more than $8m.
Aus Day safe after rail unions’ backdown
Millions of commuters have been saved from further train chaos over the Australia Day long-weekend after the rail unions made a key concession in the latest court stoush.
Second arrest likely after synagogue attack
A man is in custody and another is expected to be charged over an alleged vandalism of a synagogue, as NSW Premier Chris Minns vowed “to leave no stone unturned” to stamp out anti-Semitic attacks.
Millions warned to brace for weather chaos
Millions of Australians are in the path of damaging winds set to hit the mainland on Wednesday afternoon.
Mayor’s excuse for ‘dead’ Sydney suburb
The mayor of an affluent Sydney suburb – which locals say has been ruined by backpackers – has offered an excuse for why the main shopping strip is “dead”.
If you need to poo in Bunnings – this is why
Something strange is happening at Bunnings stores across the country, prompting a Sydney doctor to explain the bizarre phenomenon.
‘Happens every year’: BBL’s big finals issue
The biggest games of the Big Bash have to be played without some of the players who make the biggest impact.
Axed Triple M star’s new radio gig revealed
NRL legend Mark ‘MG’ Geyer, who was let go from Triple M after 17 years on air, has landed a new high profile radio gig.
Aussie shares insane price of LA ‘snack plate’
An Aussie had a rude shock after ordering lunch overseas – but said the experience made her grateful to live in Sydney.
’Actors’: Worrying twist in vile attacks
Federal police are investigating if “overseas actors” are paying local criminals to carry out an escalating number of violent, anti-Semitic acts.
Teammate’s telling David Warner comment
After beating his captaincy ban, David Warner has dived into leadership in the Big Bash and urprised some opponents turned teammates.
Unions slash demands ahead of court clash
Details have emerged of a new offer the rail unions have made to the state government to end ongoing commuter chaos affecting millions.
Bachelor couple’s big $3m baby change
Celebrity pilot Jimmy Nicholson and his wife, travel host Holly Kingston, who met four years ago on hit TV series the Bachelor have made a huge life move after becoming first-time parents.
Owen, McDermott, David lift Hurricanes to shot at history
Mitch Owen, Ben McDermott and Tim David starred to lift the Hurricanes to a shot at BBL history, as they held on to beat the Sixers in the Qualifier on home soil.
‘It’s not a gamble’: Why Jarvis won’t back down from super fight
In just his second fight back after an 18-month lay-off, Sydney boxer Brock Jarvis will lay it all on the line in one of Australian boxing’s biggest gambles.
Dutton’s pledge as election roadshow rolls into Sydney
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has vowed to bring inflation under control and stop “reckless” government spending, while rallying the party faithful at an event to launch Liberal campaigns in three must-win seats.
Top cop’s huge call on hate crimes
Australia’s top cop has made a massive call on rising anti-Semitism across the country – revealing how police are now looking at whether some acts have been committed by paid criminals.
Man ‘can’t remember’ planting fake bomb
A man who placed a fake bomb on the car of a Palestinian supporter in Sydney says he “can’t remember” doing so, a court has heard.
Aussie James Bond’s final farewell
Our only ever James Bond George Lazenby has bid farewell to Australia with a $2.5m payday.
‘Bastards’: Warning after ‘disgusting’ attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns has fired warning shots at the “bastards” he says are behind an anti-Semitic attack on a Sydney childcare centre.
New age Warner message driving finals run
The two teams who have catapulted themselves into the Big Bash finals have one very big thing in common.
Socceroo to join exodus to UK club
Another talented young Australian player is set to join English Championship club Portsmouth.
Bella Nipotina to miss Sydney autumn carnival
Trainer Ciaron Maher will give The Everest winner Bella Nipotina an extended break and target the Brisbane winter carnival.
Teacher’s aide accused of child prostitution
A teacher’s aide has been charged over allegations he prostituted children he met online, allegedly extorting them through “fraudulent” online profiles.
Star embraces gross Aussie tradition on stage
American singer Benson Boone has become the latest visiting star to indulge in one of Australia’s grossest concert traditions.
Woman’s Facebook post before attack: cops
A woman allegedly made a request on Facebook before carrying out an anti-Semitic attack in an affluent Sydney suburb, according to police.
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