Millions warned over ‘uncontrollable’ fire
Authorities have expanded fire warnings in a number of states after warning that fierce bushfires in Victoria will become ‘uncontrollable’.
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Christmas crooks steal brand new car from family home
One family Christmas has been soured after an alleged aggravated burglary and car theft on Jokia Ridge.
‘Tough time for a lot of people’: Huge turn out for Christmas lunch
From families doing it tough and people who would otherwise be spending Christmas alone to sports stars, the Gold Coast Community Christmas Lunch was an epicentre of festive cheer.
Darwin ‘stronger than ever’, PM says, as Tracy monument unveiled
Before first light on Christmas morning, hundreds gathered at East Point Reserve to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Cyclone Tracy and witness the unveiling of a new monument. See the photos.
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Drama Queens! Our toughest, bravest and craziest sailors
Cyclonic force winds, dismastings, knockdowns, head injuries and moments of extremes courage and triumph, this trio have survived and thrived in some of the most perilous conditions at sea.
Russia launches deadly Christmas strike on Zelenskyy’s town
As Ukrainians celebrated a traditional Christmas, Russia launched a deadly strike on Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s hometown, killing one and wounding 14 including a child. Follow updates.
So excited! Sydney Hobart sailor a real chip off the old block
For almost every one of her 21 years Georgia Wharington has watched her dad set sail in the Sydney to Hobart. Now she will be beside him for one of the fastest and most furious in recent times.
‘We could see 50 knots’: Sydney to Hobart sailors on high alert
Sailors are bracing for up to 50 knot gusts the first night at sea in the Sydney to Hobart with warnings of boat and sail damage, storms and plummeting temperatures. Latest weather and news
Kate’s secret meetings with King Charles as palace plans ramp up
Princess Catherine has been working closely with King Charles as she prepares to take on the role of a lifetime, according to a source.
‘We’re rolling sir’: King’s unheard of Christmas address sneak peek
While his mother Queen Elizabeth liked to keep us all in anticipation, King Charles has given his subjects an unprecedented teaser of his Christmas Day message.
Star misses Carols By Candlelight after emergency surgery
The high-profile co-host of the Christmas Eve tradition Carols By Candlelight has pulled out of the show after undergoing surgery just hours before the event.
Grinch steals Christmas for drug traffickers
Santa sneaks down the chimney at night, but the Grinch busts through the front door when people are suspected of being naughty.
‘Hoping for a Christmas miracle’: Calls to locate missing deaf dog
Kalyca Hendren is praying a Christmas miracle will reunite her with 4-year-old dog Thea before Christmas. Find out how you can help.
More security guards, support workers for troubled Darwin housing complex
A public housing complex tucked away in the suburbs of Darwin is set to benefit from greater support services, with the Country Liberal Party splashing $850,000 in a bid to combat anti-social behaviour.
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