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24th April 2025

PM Edition

Arthur to seal NRL return as Western Bears coach

The NRL’s newest franchise has wasted little time in identifying the man to spearhead its inaugural campaign, turning to former Parramatta coach Brad Arthur to build the Western Be...

‘He has to drop a winning captain’: Daley confronts Jurbo dilemma

Laurie Daley is back in the hot seat as NSW Origin coach and is already confronting a huge dilemma - whether to drop a winning captain.

‘Senseless’: Teen shot dead at popular beach identified

A gunman is on the run and the car-loving 18-year-old he killed in a drive-by shooting at a popular Newcastle beach has been identified.

Finally, some good news as RBA tipped to cut rates in May

Economists are locking in forecasts for another interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank next month as the trade war sparked by US tariffs hikes threatens to derail the global economy...

Popular travel writer’s booze-fuelled crash into bridge

A Queensland travel journalist who drove into a NSW bridge and urinated on a kerb while she was highly intoxicated failed to face court. Now a warrant is out for her arrest.

Dance teacher convicted of sexually penetrating woman

A dance teacher and real estate agent found guilty by a jury of digitally penetrating a woman while she was drunk on an overseas cruise will not serve any time in jail.

Government ‘disappointed’ after Obeid keeps $30m

The state government has supported moves to crackdown on the proceeds of crime after the Crime Commission said it could not call back the $30 million jailed former Labor minister E...

Young Sydney actor to star in new Hunger Games film

Twenty-year-old Joseph Zada has scored a life-changing lead role as Haymitch Abernathy in the highly anticipated new instalment of the Hunger Games franchise.

‘Kindest heart’: 21yo aspiring teacher mourned after fatal crash

A young woman with the world at her feet and who had dreams of becoming a teacher is being remembered as having “the kindest heart” and being the “light in every room” after she wa...

Security ramped up at war memorials after alleged vandalism

Security will be ramped up at war memorials across the state this 110th Anzac Day following a shocking act of alleged vandalism last week, as police prepare to swarm the streets an...

Expansion juggernaut: Bears out of NRL hibernation in $50m coup

The Western Bears have been backed to make an instant impact on the rugby league landscape following approval of their long-awaited return as part of a major NRL expansion boost.

Stunning results in first exit poll of 19 battleground seats

More than a million Australians have already voted – and our exclusive exit poll of 4000 of them across 19 critical seats gives an extraordinary insight into the likely result.

‘Bizarre’: Hadley lashes out at Palmer’s shock move

On today’s Ray Hadley Midday Show, the veteran broadcaster encourages Trumpet of Patriots supporters to ignore how to vote cards that preference the party’s natural enemies and vot...

Two-time Gold Logie winner dies, aged 93

Stalwart of the Australian screen and two-time Gold Logie winner, Gerard Kennedy has died aged 93.

Leniu and Thurston face off for the first time since ugly spat

Sydney Roosters firebrand Spencer Leniu and Nine commentator Johnathan Thurston are set to cross paths on Anzac Day for the first time since their explosive on-field argument earli...

Update after Hunter Valley bus crash

The father of a victim of the Hunter Valley bus crash that killed 10 people is suing a government agency over alleged breaches of duty of care.

Amazon, YouTube, NFL: How DJ’s side hustle grew to $25m empire

A former NSW DJ has become a global sensation, growing his Covid-era side hustle into a $25m empire, counting giants like Amazon, NFL and celebrities including Justin Bieber as cli...

$587k facilities for future sports grounds proposed for elite league nursery

A renowned Dubbo private school which has birthed multiple NSW Blues legends including Matt Burton and Isaah Yeo has submitted a proposal for a major expansion to their sports faci...

Our dwindling heroes: The WWII vets still inspiring Aussies

They are the last of the many. The veterans of World War II who will be at Anzac Day services tomorrow to remind us of the sacrifice their generation made to give us peace.

‘Missing evidence’ in Lehrmann rape trial

Bruce Lehrmann’s Queensland rape trial has been delayed again after his lawyer voiced concerns about missing CCTV footage and statements.

Moment man stole luxury car days before his murder

CCTV footage shows the moment Yusuf Nazlioglu stole a Mercedes off a busy Sydney street just days before he was shot dead in an underground carpark at Rhodes.

Stuart slams agent amid Raiders’ $2.1m Fogarty blow

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has broken his silence on Jamal Fogarty’s potential exit by taking a swipe at the playmaker’s agent for failing to turn up to a scheduled meeting.

‘Could be manufactured’: Key suspect’s fish and chip alibi examined

Eerie similarities between alibis for two unrelated crimes have investigators pondering if the evidence provided by the key suspect in Rachelle Childs’ murder is true. Listen to th...

Father-of-five dies suddenly a week after his birthday

The beloved dad cheated death once before, surviving a major motorbike crash which left him paralysed. Now, his death just a week after his recent birthday has left his family reel...

Two-time Gold Logie winner dies, aged 93

Stalwart of the Australian screen and two-time Gold Logie winner, Gerard Kennedy has died aged 93.

‘Underhanded’: Why main suspect in Rachelle’s murder was fired

More than two decades ago Rachelle Childs was murdered and her remains burned alive. The key suspect – her boss – was fired weeks after her death. Listen to the podcast.

Three cuts: 8 new banks slash rates before RBA

Eight more banks have slashed interest rates, with three big guns firing off cuts Thursday morning - the biggest of which is double what RBA is expected to deliver in a matter of w...

$90k wiped: Common trap dudding Aussies

Young Aussies are missing out on an average $90,000 boost to their ability to buy a home and it all boils down to one reason.

Signs of a dodgy new home build

Worried your brand new house hasn’t been built to code? Experts say some signs of shonky workmanship can be spotted as soon as you open the front door – especially if it bangs into...

‘Depressing’: Princess’ portrait sparks debate

An official portrait of Princess Isabella, taken by her Australian mother Queen Mary, is causing a stir because of the inclusion of an unexpected item.

National car repair group crashes into liquidation owing $4.7m

A nationwide panel beating group has crashed, with seven companies in liquidation and debts topping $4.7m, including a hefty tax bill. Small businesses across Australia are owed th...

‘Are you witches?’: Jimmy Kimmel in stitches after live Twinnies interview

Popular American TV host Jimmy Kimmel says he has “lost his mind” after a live interview with Qld’s global sensation Twinnies who defended their quirky speaking style. WATCH IT HER...

Amazon, YouTube, NFL: How DJ’s side hustle grew to $25m empire

A former NSW DJ has become a global sensation, growing his Covid-era side hustle into a $25m empire, counting giants like Amazon, NFL and celebrities including Justin Bieber as cli...

Conclave movie skyrockets following death of Pope Francis

The Oscar-winning film Conclave has surged in viewership following the pope’s death, as global fascination with the secretive process of electing his successor surges.

Jackman, Swift ‘to be subpoenaed’ in Lively-Baldoni legal war

Blake Lively’s mega friends are set to be ordered into court over the It Ends With Us star’s feud with co-star Justin Baldoni.

Expat’s travel insurance horror after Tuk Tuk crash nightmare

This Aussie expat endured a horror crash in New Delhi, India . . . only to discover her insurance had lapsed just hours beforehand.

Weinstein’s vile remark to alleged 16yo rape victim

Chilling new claims about how disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein allegedly used his A-lister connections have emerged in his sex-crimes retrial.

Rounded to the nearest kilometre, how long is an Olympic marathon?

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

‘He turned grey’: Tiny premmy baby’s heart surgery miracle

An Adelaide dad was told it would be a ‘miracle’ if his first child, born nine weeks early, made it through the night after developing “workers’ breath”.

NYPD shuts down Lorde as pop star sparks chaos in New York

Kiwi pop sensation Lorde sparked chaos in New York City when a surprise fan event prompted police to step in.

Meghan’s ‘confession’ during New York appearance

Meghan Markle, accompanied by Prince Harry, has made an appearance at an event in New York, giving the audience an insight into her private life.

Can Musk deliver on driverless cars?

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future on driverless cars, saying they will arrive by June, declaring that the company is ‘not even close’ to the ‘ragged edge of death’. But how reali...

Rust scandal engulfs China ute importer

Australia’s consumer watchdog has taken a leading Chinese ute importer to court over claims the vehicles go rusty when driven as advertised.