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21st December 2024

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Two dead, 13 injured in horror start to Christmas road toll

A bus driver has died, 13 passengers have been injured and a pedestrian has been killed in a suspected hit-and-run in a horror start to the holiday period.

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Car hits crowd in German Christmas terror attack

At least one person has been killed and dozens injured after a car ploughed into shoppers at a Christmas market in Germany in a suspected terror attack on Friday night.

Sydney surf club’s win in planning row over rising sea levels

A protracted planning battle over the future of a northern beaches surf club has finally been settled after a planning row centred on the threat of rising sea levels and coastal er...

‘We don’t want this sh*t’: NIMBYS lose apartment fight

NIMBYS in a south coast village have lost a bid to keep their beachside haven free of large-scale developments, after a regional council approved plans for a multimillion-dollar r...

Western Sydney drill rap group members jailed over teen’s death

Members of a western Sydney drill rap group have been jailed after instigating a violent fight with a rival group, which left one teen dead and two others seriously wounded.

Bushfire fraud couple jailed, wife appeals

Two former Lismore-based beef cattle breeders, who swindled $75,000 of bushfire grants then bought collectables despite claims of trauma that impacted their decisions, have been se...

Prayer stoush: Muslim welfare centre’s plan after court decision

A legal row over the use of a Muslim welfare centre in Sydney’s south west has come to a head after a council claimed the site was attracting huge crowds that used the site as a pl...

‘No shame’: Shop owner fined $45K after dumping expired food

A southwest Sydney business has been slapped with a hefty fine after being busted illegally dumping mounds of expired food including hummus, pickles and chips. See the illegal dump...

Stoush after home owners wake to find burglars: court

Two young Queensland men have been arrested after allegedly breaking into two homes, including an incident which resulted in a physical altercation when the occupants woke up to fi...

‘Bus us to the beach’: Calls for govt to help Western Sydney

Western Sydney leaders want the NSW government to lift the ‘lockouts’ on 2.6 million residents and deliver express bus services to east coast beaches.

Solar company employee denies alleged theft of $1.2m in panels

A western Sydney man who is alleged to have stolen over $1.2m worth of solar panels from his workplace has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Here’s what we know.

Revealed: What every Sydneysider will spend on gifts this Christmas

More than $4bn is expected to be spent on Christmas gifts in NSW this year but shoppers are being careful about how they spend their cash.

‘Second home’: Popular library cafe to reopen after local petition

A much-loved inner west cafe labelled a “second home” to locals will be reopening after hundreds of residents fought against its closure. See the details here.

Koala’s doorstep visit prompts community calls for action

VIDEO: Increased sightings of distressed and displaced koalas – and a climbing death toll – have prompted calls for action from a southwest Sydney community and animal activists.

Paine: Why selection critics have it wrong on George Bailey

Players deserve proper communication and the claim that selectors, in particular chairman George Bailey, are too close to the team to be objective, is a view that TIM PAINE strongl...

‘Breathing and skin colour’ checks in question at preschool’s appeal

The boss of a childcare centre found guilty of failing to protect children of harm has argued there were no legal requirements to physically check if children were breathing while ...

Playing with fire: When murder is OK to ‘save us’

Instead of being about a catastrophic healthcare system, the murder of a health insurance CEO has become a debate over whether deadly violence is justified for political ends, writ...

Facing a last-minute Christmas lunch? Celeb chefs offer their recipes

If you’ve left your Christmas meal planning to the last minute, we have a present for you — our favourite celeb chefs with step-by-step instructions to help you create a delicious ...

Pair deny armed robbery at popular Newcastle pub

A week apart, two men have denied they were behind the armed robbery of a popular inner-city Newcastle pub where more than $120,000 was stolen. Read what happened in court.

Fowler’s emotional post after shock break

Matildas superstar Mary Fowler has delivered a heartfelt message to her social media followers in the wake of announcing a shock break.

We should thank old King Coal this Christmas

When paying your power bill, keep feeling good and fuzzy about net zero. It’s a moral imperative to shut coal down, writes Vikki Campion.

Download the app for chance to win share of $15,000

The Daily Telegraph app has everything you need to stay informed, inspired, and entertained all summer long. As a subscriber, you now have the chance to win $1000 when you enter ou...

‘Mama I’m in love’: Why people lust over Luigi Mangione

‘Hot assassin’ Luigi Mangione is the internet’s latest obsession, not for his alleged crimes but his good looks.

Why saying ‘Merry Christmas’ is so shocking

Would you say Merry Christmas to a stranger? With an increasing number of Aussies reporting they’re lonely, perhaps it’s time to look up from your phone and start exchanging pleasa...

Aus council war over land family forgot they had

An Aussie council is at war with a family over a land they forgot, forcing them to sell up or pay.

Harbhajan: How I ended my bitter feud with Andrew Symonds

It was one of the ugliest feuds in the history of cricket and while the late Andrew Symonds never forgave the game for the Monkeygate scandal, incredibly he forgave Harbhajan Singh...

‘We fight on’: Queen Mary’s powerful Christmas message

Queen Mary of Denmark has shared an emotional Christmas message which reveals what the Australian born royal’s greatest wish is this festive season.

Aussie cane toads, kangaroos and sharks stump Apple Intelligence

Image Playground is one of the most fun new features of Apple Intelligence, but how good it is in coming close to reality? We put it to the test.

Is Taylor Swift engaged to Travis Kelce?

Taylor Swift fuelled rumours of an engagement with Travis Kelce when photos of her Eras Tour wrap party emerge.

'HR is involved': Mum's 'disgusting' work Secret Santa gift

"I'm disappointed and confused," the woman said, using her strongest mum-language.

Smashed! Good and bad news for Sydney to Hobart yacht race fleet

The Sydney to Hobart yacht race record will be “sliced and diced” if an updated early forecast plays out but it’s not all good news for the fleet with some nasty weather on the hor...

‘Knock you the f**k out’: Insane Aus neighbour wars

Neighbour wars involving everyday Aussies and A-list celebrities always attract attention. These shocking feuds, though, were on another level.

Class action over medicines sold to millions of Aussies

A Brisbane law firm has filed a class action against Johnson & Johnson, with explosive claims it has knowingly been selling ineffective medicines. FULL LIST OF PRODUCTS

Coca-Cola emerges as mystery buyer of Billson’s

The mystery buyer behind the rescue deal that kept Beechworth drinks maker Billson’s out of liquidation has been revealed as American giant Coca-Cola.

Alleged fake cancer scam dad set for lonely Christmas

A father who allegedly faked his young son’s cancer diagnosis and placed him in a wheelchair for money has won bail – with very strict conditions.

Block couple’s ‘insurmountable’ heartbreak after losing daughter

Dan Reilly and Dani Wales of The Block have shared their profound heartbreak after the tragic death of their newborn daughter.

MAFS star’s free upgrade, cake after viral smash-up of luxe resort

A MAFS star has received a free upgrade and full refund after her scathing critique of a luxury, five-star Gold Coast resort racked up more than six million views.

First look: Incredible features inside new theme park attraction

From two ground-breaking roller coasters to high-tech holograms, no expense has been spared in this $100m new theme park attraction recreating the world of the Wizard of Oz. VIDEO

‘He’s just a grub’: Kyle’s biggest feuds

Kyle Sandilands picked scraps with everyone, Katy Perry called her lawyers, and Adrian the “Lambo Guy” was locked in his own legal stoush. Here are the biggest feuds an...

Hamish’s builder went bankrupt. He finished his house himself

A Melbourne IT worker left hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket after his builder Chatham Homes collapsed says his family had no choice but to pick up the tools and take ...

Kids News young journalists crowned

Young newshounds hope to one day pursue journalism as a career, they share their passion for storytelling.