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15th December 2024

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Bali Nine flying back to Australia in top-secret operation

Five members of the Bali Nine are understood to be on their way back to Australia, after a top secret operation this morning.

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Body worn camera trial begins at first NSW public hospital

Hospital security staff will turn on body-worn cameras tomorrow as part of a Minns government trial to stop the soaring number assaults on nurses, patients and other staff.

Tributes flow for cyclist killed in crash

A regional community is in mourning after a crash killed one cyclist and injured several others.

Sydney dance school scandal with claims of drugs and sex

A scandal has erupted at a Sydney dance school following allegations a well-known instructor had engaged in inappropriate behaviour with students.

Artist Anthony Lister speaks out after rape acquittal

International street artist Anthony Lister, who is now working out of a tiny room-turned art studio in Darlinghurst, says “the weight has lifted somewhat” but he remains “in limbo”...

Legal first: Science fan facing jail for plutonium import

When science fan Emmanuel Lidden wanted to build a real life table of elements he didn’t realise he would be at the centre of a nuclear emergency and facing jail in an Australian l...

Skilled foreign worker backflip: Brothel owners in, top chefs out

The new list of skilled foreign workers has been branded a debacle, after a second backflip in less than a week when it was revealed it risked shutting out the world’s best chefs f...

Israel destroys Hamas control outpost

Israeli strikes on Gaza killed 17 people on Saturday, including seven at a UN school housing displaced people that the Israeli military said was used as a Hamas command centre.

Iconic Sydney night-life strip disappearing

A barrage of troubles have left irate business owners along one of Sydney’s most famous streets enduring “years of misery and despair”.

Bones in the dunes: What happened to Wendy?

It is a deepening mystery of the last movements of Queensland gran Wendy Hansen. Why were her remains found 800km away on the NSW north coast? And why was her phone switched off as...

Pensioners pitched as solution to Australia’s worker shortage

They have reached an age when most people consider retiring, but an increasing number of older Australians are looking for work – and companies are desperate to hire them.

Choirboys star allegedly fleeced of $1.2m inheritance

A star from The Choirboys and his brothers have been allegedly defrauded of more than $1.2 million by the executor of their mother’s estate. See the video.

Why UN vote is a sell-out of our values

With raging anti-Semitism, and a government determined to assist the enemies of the only democracy in the Middle East, the dove of peace has flown elsewhere this Christmas, writes ...

2GB radio host makes the big switch – twice

Former 2GB Drive show host Chris O’Keefe and his wife, Fox Sports presenter Yvonne Sampson, have sold in Lilyfield and bought in Balgowlah Heights.

Ray of sunshine: Meet Australia’s first clouded leopard cub

Mirri - an Aboriginal word representing ‘the sun’ - is a fitting name for the first clouded leopard to be born in Australia and one of less than 10,000 of her kind left in the worl...

Red carpet rules re-styled: Pushing gender, fashion boundaries

Gone are the days of a bow tie and little black dress. fashionistas have given the red carpet a makeover, and are taking more fashion risks than ever before.

Billionaire fashion empire founder dies in tragic accident

Isak Andic, the founder of Spanish clothing retailer Mango, one of Europe’s largest fashion groups, reportedly fell down a ravine while hiking with family.

Tony Mokbel’s first words from jail

Tony Mokbel, the underworld’s biggest gambler, bet on the wrong lawyer, Nicola Gobbo, who turned against him. Now he hopes the Lawyer X scandal will unlock his cell door.

The migration issue that’s bugging me

This government appears keen to flood the country with migrants from all over the world. So far in 2024, we’ve brought in 445,600, and I’m looking for two, writes Danny Wheeler.

Cheeky quip after Canberra’s fittest MP crowned

A NSW MP has swooped in at the eleventh hour to take out the crown for Canberra’s fittest politician.

Huge immersive exhibition brings past to life

A multisensory exhibition in the nation’s capital brings the ancient city of Pompeii to life while placing visitors inside the epic eruption that brought it to an end.

Bali Nine flying back to Australia in top-secret operation

Five members of the Bali Nine are understood to be on their way back to Australia, after a top secret operation this morning.

Ghoulish scenes at home of murdered woman found wrapped in plastic

The home of Sally Li, who was murdered and dumped near Sydney airport, has been cleared out by her distraught mother who laid out her possessions across the front lawn.

Hundreds attend Sydney rally in push to end anti-Semitism

Peaceful protesters have whooped and cheered as politicians and prominent members of the Jewish community protest “enough is enough” at a rally in Martin Place.

Head, Smith destroy India as Test villain torched for ‘dumb cricket’

Travis Head has blasted a stunning century to give Australia the upper hand in the Gabba Test - and Mohammed Siraj is in the crosshairs once again. FOLLOW DAY 2 LIVE.

Siraj vs Head has nothing on the great Australia-India duels

The clash between India’s quick and Australia’s in-form batsman was spectacular watching, adding some much needed fireworks to the Adelaide Test. But in the chapters of Australia v...

Melbourne Storm scraps regular Welcome to Country ceremonies

One of Australia’s most respected sporting clubs will no longer hold regular Welcome to Country ceremonies, with the Melbourne Storm ditching the “divisive” tradition.

The ‘quiet hero’ who sent secret messages to cops during siege

One hostage managed to get secret messages to police as the terror unfolded. He is one of the tragic participants caught in a moment of terror that changed Sydney forever. Here is ...

Inspirational Sharks captain set to sign extension

Cronulla captain Cameron McInnes is on the verge of extending his future at the Sharks after Nicho Hynes implored the club’s off-contract players to stick around and build for anot...

Tragic discovery at popular beach

The body of a swimmer has been pulled from the water at a popular beach after a frantic search.

Judge’s alarm as child killer’s supervisor ‘not up to task’

The judge presiding over the immediate fate of Australia’s youngest ever murderer has expressed alarm over how a support worker who was “clearly not up to the task” was responsible...

SuperCoach BBL cheat sheet: Pick a team in 5 minutes

Think you don’t have time for SuperCoach BBL? Well, we’ve done the hard work for you. It’s never been easier to play fantasy cricket thanks to our simple guide.

Skilled foreign worker backflip: Brothel owners in, top chefs out

The new list of skilled foreign workers has been branded a debacle, after a second backflip in less than a week when it was revealed it risked shutting out the world’s best chefs f...

Trump wins $25m in defamation case settlement

US President-elect Donald Trump will also get a public apology after settling his defamation case against ABC News and presenter George Stephanopoulos. See what happened.

Body worn camera trial begins at first NSW public hospital

Hospital security staff will turn on body-worn cameras tomorrow as part of a Minns government trial to stop the soaring number assaults on nurses, patients and other staff.

Holly Valance’s billionaire husband wants Musk’s ‘help’

Nick Candy, the husband of Aussie star Holly Valance who has defected to Nigel Farage’s party and already pledged a million pounds, reveals his plans to get Elon Musk on board.

‘Learn from Minns’: Jewish leader’s takedown of PM over anti-Semitism

A young Australian Jewish leader who snubbed the PM’s invite to a funding announcement has suggested Mr Albanese should look to the NSW premier for tips on leading the way on battl...

Demerit point countdown: 1.1 million ‘good’ drivers to get points back

Almost 1.1 million drivers have less than five weeks of offence-free driving left before the NSW government scrubs demerit points from their licence. Search our suburb-by-suburb gu...

Bones in the dunes: What happened to Wendy?

It is a deepening mystery of the last movements of Queensland gran Wendy Hansen. Why were her remains found 800km away on the NSW north coast? And why was her phone switched off as...

Tributes flow for cyclist killed in crash

A regional community is in mourning after a crash killed one cyclist and injured several others.

Prince Andrew’s ‘spy’ scandal deepens

The suspected Chinese spy who became a close confidant of the Duke of York has met two former prime ministers, fuelling concern about Beijing’s penetration of the British establish...

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The Daily Telegraph app gives you a front row seat to the news as it happens every day. Here’s why you should download today.

‘I’m known to j**k off’: Kyle and Jackie O’s vulgar on-air content

The media watchdog has been accused of having “no teeth” over controversial radio stars Kyle and Jackie O, with vulgar expletive-filled commentary broadcast in a prime family-frien...

Prince Andrew’s ‘spy’ scandal deepens

The suspected Chinese spy who became a close confidant of the Duke of York has met two former prime ministers, fuelling concern about Beijing’s penetration of the British establish...

Unit owner’s shocking $210k loss over 10 years

Not everyone is making a killing on property says Scott Pape, noting some inner city suburbs are struggling with one seller having to cut $210k off the price they paid 10 years ago...

Entitled Christmas shopper shocks with parking act

“Call centre security to hopefully get it towed," one outraged Aussie said.

Holly Valance’s billionaire husband wants Musk’s ‘help’

Nick Candy, the husband of Aussie star Holly Valance who has defected to Nigel Farage’s party and already pledged a million pounds, reveals his plans to get Elon Musk on board.

Six spritzes to sip in the sunshine

The pre-mix spritz is fizzing in popularity this season. Here are six to slink in your glass while the weather’s warm.

‘Honest’: Girls star on series’ legacy

It was a controversial series about sex and relationships in New York. Here, Zosia Mamet reflects on the enduring appeal of Lena Dunham’s Girls – as she stars in the Hollywood rebo...

This easy shopping hack let me do Christmas for free

With Christmas fast approaching and families on an ever-tightening budget, we’ve asked the experts the best way to save this year.

Surprise town crowned top Aussie holiday spot

Cost of living pressures have changed Aussies travel habits, with a local spot emerging as the most popular holiday destination this summer.

The strange answer to driver trauma

An innovative new virtual reality program is helping drivers overcome psychological trauma after car accidents.

Aussie couple in 30s turn $60k into $153m

An Aussie couple in their 30s have revealed how they saved $60,000 and made simple moves to now own a $153 million empire.

Real reason Megan Gale isn’t married yet

They’ve been engaged since 2017 and share two children. Now Megan Gale has revealed why she ‘isn’t in a rush’ to tie the knot with fiance Shaun Hampson.

Aussie music superstars reborn ‘like an octopus’

Some of Australia’s biggest voices are being remixed with Aussie DJs to create instant summer dance classics.

New ‘Thatcherite’ who could become UK’s first black PM

UK conservative leader Kemi Badenoch is quickly gaining widespread attention for her bluntness, impressive grasp of detail and her no-nonsense ‘anti-woke views’. See the video.

‘The truth of it is - I’m ready now’

Aussie actor Victoria Morgan — who moved to LA 10 years ago to study acting — is grateful she didn’t find her current fame too early in her career.

Inside Aussie billionaire’s lavish party to win Trump over

Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt is hosting a massive bash at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate this weekend in his latest move to renew his relationship with the President-elec...

‘Tiger, tiger, tiger’: Three words that triggered terrorist’s downfall

Ten years after a lone terrorist pulled a gun in a popular Sydney cafe, two people - a terrified hostage and a hero police officer - reveal the inside story of what happened. Scrol...

School mums allegedly fleeced $60k in 6yo ‘cancer scam’

A breathtaking scam that allegedly fleeced good-hearted South Australians after parents pretended their child had eye cancer has shocked the state.

We’re losing the plot as parents when The Rainbow Fish is cancelled

“Hurry up” makes kids anxious. “I’m proud of you” is out because it focuses on how adults feel. “stop hitting your sister” is out — “gentle hands” are in. The “adultism” parenting ...

Can Jay-Z’s fame, marriage survive alleged rape scandal with Diddy?

As Jay-Z faces allegations that he and Sean “Diddy” Combs raped a 13-year-old girl, we take a look at what he’s accused of, what’s at stake, and how it will affect his marriage to ...

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Council data breach exposes personal info of thousands

Thousands of Liverpool Council employees and ratepayers have had their insurance claims and personal information exposed after an external hard drive went missing in a management b...

‘Inhumane’: Woman’s cover-up plan after crash kills siblings

A young mum, who suggested deleting Instagram photos of a car involved in a horror crash that killed two siblings in Sydney’s southwest, has been slammed as “inhumane” by the griev...

‘Third world’: Fury as eastern suburbs golf course floods homes

Poor drainage at an eastern suburbs golf course is sending torrents of water, foul sewage and tonnes of sand into surrounding homes, infuriating residents who have labelled the sit...

‘Unhealthy, dangerous’: Litany of defects uncovered in unit complex

A string of defects in a western Sydney unit complex indicate “structural distress” and could lead to “smoke spreading in an uncontrolled manner” if a fire broke out.

‘Burn the place down’: Crazy reason customer set car dealership ablaze

A car dealership’s refusal to provide a free service led a hammer-wielding pensioner to unleash on staff, smashing petrol-filled wine bottles and igniting a fire during the frighte...

Sydney’s priciest park benches just got more expensive

Swim for free, pay to sit down. That’s how it works at a recently opened southwest Sydney attraction… but not for much longer.

‘Callous, vicious’: Victim of ‘revenge killing’ an ‘innocent party’

A man accused of arranging the cars and loading the gun used in a fatal Sydney shooting and was allegedly an “important cog in the wheel” has appeared in court.

‘Vibrant centre’: First look at plans for tower, public plaza

A developer has declared the planned construction of a commercial tower and public plaza, right across from a Sydney Metro station, will bring “economic benefit” to the community.

‘I wasn’t born a monster’: How therapy is changing mindsets behind bars

For a long time, NSW prisoner “Pete” hated himself. Now, thanks to a first of its kind program he likens to a jigsaw, he realises there’s a reason he used to be “a piece of shit”.

Council’s move to curb ‘grandstanding’, ‘fear mongering’

A plan to give a council general manager more powers to control what lands on the agenda has polarised councillors, with some labelling it “horrendous” and others deeming it a win ...

Driver dead after car crashes into power pole

A woman is dead after a horror crash on a regional road northwest of Sydney. Here is what we know.

‘Extremist’: Labor group calls for Israel to be booted from UN

A grassroots Labor group, in a Sydney electorate with one of the nation’s largest Jewish communities, has called for Israel to be kicked out of the United Nations, in a move Jewish...

Inmate’s escape plan foiled during drug search

An inmate’s attempts to escape were foiled after he knocked over a senior prison guard and fled into a garden area while his cell was searched for secreted contraband.

‘Slap in the face’: Councillor slams confidentiality deed

A Sydney councillor has accused her organisation of holding back information about potential partnerships, as she takes the council to court over a $1.15m Parra “Eels saga”.

Meet the woman who went ‘off the grid’ ... in the city

Laura Ryan is changing the notion of what it means to be off the grid with her ImPossible House project, in which she built a self-sustainable home nestled in the heart of Newtown...

This Sydney Santa festival is one yule enjoy

It may not be a white Christmas here in Australia, but residents across western Sydney can still enjoy the magic of the North Pole at this year’s Santa Spectacular Festival.

Council worker allegedly stabbed in back with scissors

Security guards will escort Liverpool Council employees to their vehicles after a staff member was allegedly stabbed in the back with a pair of scissors inside a carpark.

Court makes call on Aboriginal land claim over private college site

An Aboriginal land council has been granted control of almost 2000sq m of land next to a private community college in Sydney’s south after a long-running stoush over the site.

‘Dog’s breakfast’: Redevelopment of shops greenlit despite backlash

A battle over the future of a north shore town centre has come to a head, with a planning panel approving a multi-storey redevelopment of a shopping centre despite claims of “catas...

Inner city buildings set to house hundreds as green light looms

Hundreds of new apartments are set to be added to Sydney’s inner south, with two buildings planned as part of an affordable housing development recommended for approval.