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31st December 2024

PM Edition

‘Almost full’: Sydney’s NYE vantage points near capacity

Crowds have swarmed Sydney’s CBD for New Year’s Eve celebrations, with some fireworks vantage points now closed to revellers. Follow our live updates.

Alameddine gangster has sentence extended for killing unborn baby

A Sydney gangster who killed his unborn baby by stomping on his pregnant partner’s stomach in a vicious and targeted attack has had his already-lengthy jail sentence extended on ap...

Details revealed in finalised divorce for Jolie and Pitt

Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie has finally reached a divorce settlement after a lengthy, bitter court battle that has lasted eight years.

CCTV of possible gangland hit attempt

Police have released CCTV of a man who remains at large after what they claim was a possible gangland hit attempt in Sydney’s west, which became a pursuit in which shots were fired...

Pop star looks unrecognisable in Sydney

A massive British pop star has touched down at Sydney Airport ahead of his headlining gig for New Year’s Eve.

‘Disgrace’: Music legends’ home demolished

The childhood home of AC/DC’s founding members has been quietly demolished in recent weeks.

Linden: India not winning any friends with childish temper tantrum

India’s incessant bleating about the DRS decision that went against them at the MCG bears all the trademarks of a playground bully crying foul when they don’t get their own way, wr...

First Rush of freedom: Bali Niner walks from court over historic charges

Bali Nine drug smuggler Scott Rush has been sentenced by a Queensland court for crimes committed months before he was arrested in 2005.

Bali honeymoon tragedy: SA wife’s frantic bid to save husband

A man from Adelaide has died while on his honeymoon in Bali after he was swept out to sea, with his new wife making desperate attempts to save his life. Warning: Distressing

FIFO worker charged over brutal assault of NRL star’s nephew

A 23-year-old has been charged with assault over an alleged “coward punch” attack on the Gold Coast that left the nephew of a former NRL star with a badly broken jaw.

McDonald bursts Marsh injury cloud ahead of SCG selection call

Andrew McDonald has dispelled doubts surrounding Mitch Marsh’s fitness while conceding his form has been below par and is optimistic Mitchell Starc will play in Sydney.

Millionaire’s court battle over palm trees

Two millionaires in one of Sydney’s wealthiest suburb have been locked in a court battle over palm trees, obstructing one of the homeowner’s exclusive harbour views.

Extraordinary love story behind Adelaide couple’s Bali tragedy

Just months ago, Bali drowning victim Jacob Vennix revealed the touching reason he wanted to run Adelaide’s City-Bay fun run blindfolded – and how it all began at a Coles checkout.

Little boy killed by car identified

The boy has been described as a “kind-hearted” toddler who loved to play with cars and dinosaurs.

Major EFTPOS issue to hit Aussies in hours

Aussies are being warned they need to reinstall their cards on mobile and wearable devices or risk not being able to use them in just hours.

Haunting final image of boy, 3, killed in plane crash

A devastating photo has emerged of a child who died in the South Korean plane crash, revealing one heartbreaking detail.

Taylor’s house move sparks Travis wedding rumours

Speculation that Taylor Swift will tie the knot with Travis Kelce grows after the pop superstar makes a major lifestyle change.

Where Aus radio stars really stash their millions

Some of Australia’s highest paid radio stars are pouring their money in one key area, which is only making them even richer.

Falling Aussie dollar could halt rate cut

A weakening Aussie dollar could see import prices rise, adding further pressure on the RBA to hold rates higher, experts have warned.

Hillsong cuts personal credit card use after fraud allegations

The tax office is under pressure to release its findings into Christian megachurch Hillsong after a “pathetic” response from the national charities watchdog.

Girl, 15, missing since Christmas Eve

A desperate search is underway for a 15-year-old girl last seen in Sydney’s Inner West on Christmas Eve.

Details revealed in finalised divorce for Jolie and Pitt

Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie has finally reached a divorce settlement after a lengthy, bitter court battle that has lasted eight years.

Aussie mums confess cheekiest white lies they tell their kids

Influenced by the latest viral Tik-Tok trend, mums have dished on the white lies they tell their kids. Let us know yours.

‘She was the one’: Couple’s emotional surrogacy journey

After a chronic illness and multiple miscarriages, an Aussie couple have welcomed their miracle baby – sharing their emotional journey to parenthood.

How Aussie got three homes on normal wage

A 35-year-old with a $70,000 salary has revealed how she bought multiple homes with little debt, and repayments that cost her nothing.

Listed: Every housing hand-out you can get

Never in Australia’s history has so much been handed out to help taxpayers have homes, with record financial leg-ups going as high as $56k in one state.

I was sexually abused in Boy Scouts. Then I became a priest

One of Australia’s most senior Anglican prelates has opened up on his sexual abuse as a kid in the Boy Scouts and the apology he issued to the LGBT community on behalf of the churc...

‘Clutch kick’, supercar royalty: best rides of 2024

This year was one of extraordinary cars, these are the best of the best when it comes to being behind the wheel.

How many pawns does each player start with in chess?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

‘I was spiralling, overwhelmed’: Aussie mum’s ADHD journey

Rebecca Boyd has revealed how she tackled her neurodivergent journey as a young mum, and shares her tips to coping at stressful times, including the festive season.

The 25 films we NEED to see sequels to in 2025

From 1980s classics to 2024 blockbusters, these are the films fans are desperately wanting a sequel for.

Bizarre New Year’s ‘love hack’ has all the singletons buzzing

If you spot someone crouching under a table scoffing grapes at midnight, there’s a good reason. Well, a reason anyway ...

My Queen ‘lie’ gave me an art attack

Rebecca Hossack is a London art dealer who specialises in Aboriginal art. An Australian by birth, she set up her first gallery in the city’s Windmill Street in 1988.

HRT shortage: What it means for Aussie women

A global shortage of hormone replacement therapy medications has prompted drastic action when it comes to new patients. Here’s how it is affecting Aussies.

‘Made me want to get out’: The realities for mums in jail

Adelaide Women’s Prison inmates will be able to maintain their relationship with their children while incarcerated thanks to a new government program.

Explosions, near retirement: Jess Watson’s rollercoaster Sydney to Hobart

Jessica Watson has completed a fourth Sydney to Hobart – complete with a generator explosion, near retirement and top home cooking – with mixed emotions after a race tragedy.

Shock drug texts as Liam Payne’s final hours revealed

Bombshell messages show a waiter sold cocaine to Liam Payne twice before his death, as a judge reveals the tragic star’s chilling final moments before his balcony fall.

‘Shooting fish in a barrel’: Shock cop tactic nabs drivers red-handed

South Australia’s new mobile phone detection cameras are already catching a multitude of drivers. Now police have turned to a shock tactic to nab even more.

Brits air ‘woke’ version of Crocodile Dundee

TV viewers have voiced their anger after key scenes deemed to be politically incorrect were cut from the classic Aussie movie Crocodile Dundee.

Inside Aussie designers’ dream homes

From coastal retreats to urban sanctuaries, take a peek inside the incredible homes of top architects and designers.

The one New Year’s resolution mistake we all make

When it comes to making New Year’s resolution there is one simple mistake most of us make, a national psychology expert says. Here’s what you should do instead.