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26th January 2025

AM Edition

Full list: Australia Day Honours revealed

Laurie Lawrence, the coach behind many of our Olympians, has finally been recognised on the Australia Day Honours list. See the full list, vote in our poll and have your say.

‘It’s going nuts’: Pubs, clubs set to pack out on Aus Day

The hospitality industry is reporting a huge Australia Day resurgence with pubs, clubs, boats and restaurants set to pack out this long weekend.

Incredible gift of Neale Daniher’s true Aussie grit

Australian of the Year Neale Daniher is no salesman. A no-nonsense country boy. For him, he ‘wanted to make something’ of his time on Earth.

Six-week fix for housing crisis

New-age technology can end ‘Bob the Builder’ construction methods and help solve the housing crisis by erecting new homes in just six weeks – a development that has the Minns Gover...

‘Baby Trump’: Meet the Aussie in US President’s inner circle

He’s a baby-faced Young Liberal who has gone from handing out how-to-vote cards for state MPs to the inner circle of President Donald Trump.

Cocaine Cassie’s brothel and dental chair torture admission

Cassie Sainsbury has told Gary Jubelin about how her life spiralled out of control in a brothel, before she was thrown in a Colombian jail where she was tortured. Listen to the pod...

‘Shocking truth’: King Kyle says show saves lives

Kyle Sandilands on his changed life, being a dad, the healing power of shock jock radio, being a hit song guru, and what’s behind those bad Melbourne ratings.

‘Bullets please’: Arrest over Trump threats

A man has been arrested over a series of alleged assassination threats against Donald Trump.

Chanel Contos’ fears about porn, AI and the impact on our children

Consent campaigner Chanel Contos opens up on porn, how internet algorithms are being used, and her stance on the social media ban for young Australians.

‘Trying to let it go’: Sabalenka explains outburst, praises Keys

Aryna Sabalenka says her outburst and exit from Rod Laver Arena after a dummy spit was needed to cool down after losing her chance at three titles in a row.

I learned to sing to become Joan Baez

Monica Barbaro reveals how she achieved her lauded portrayal of folk legend Joan Baez in the critically acclaimed Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown.

‘I remember it so clearly, my family murdered there’

Guta Goldstein, 94, was sent to the ‘place of death’ – Auschwitz – the Nazi’s largest WWII concentration camp – at 14. There she lost her parents, grandparents, little sister and e...

Career lifeline for radio star after major blow

A popular Australian radio host was dealt a major career blow at the end of 2024. Now, he has received a lifeline. This is what you need to know.

Albanese, Dutton to mark the Holocaust anniversary in Perth

Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton will both mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz in Perth. Here’s what they will say on the monumental occasion.

‘We are not letting go’: Tears of joy as hostages reunite with family

Four female Hamas hostages have been welcomed home by their families in emotional scenes as Benjamin Netanyahu lashed Hamas for delaying the release of another. See the video.

Why bikie boss Mick Hawi feared for his son

Are a bikie boss’s fears about his family coming to fruition? Why is it a new dawn for the DPP? And which troubled Sydney identity has had a bad start to 2025? The Snitch is here.

Exclusive: A-list actor entering the jungle

She is one of Australia’s most respected actors. Now, we can reveal the identity of the newest cast member of I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here!

Gladys, Scomo back as Libs prepare for bloody battle

Gladys Berejiklian and Scott Morrison are back to help the NSW Liberals recruit new members ahead of the looming federal election campaign with the pair starring in a new party vid...

Real Romper Stomper slams racist attacks

The reformed Neo Nazi who inspired the hit film Romper Stomper, Andrew Kirby, says gutless criminals behind a surge of anti-Semitic acts in Sydney will be haunted for the rest of t...

Nats, Libs prepare for Port Macquarie duel

A damaging three-cornered contest will be held in the Coalition-held seat of Port Macquarie, meanwhile, interstate counterparts are seizing on Premier Chris Minns’ woes.

Jewish leaders unite in call to end hatred

As escalating anti-Semitic attacks continue across Sydney, the city’s Jewish leaders have called for the nation to condemn the hate speech and abhorrent attacks on Australia Day.

‘Cowardly’: Minister targeted in graffiti attack

The electorate office of Transport Minister Jo Haylen was the target of a graffiti attack where “anti-semite” was scrawled across the front window.

How Josh Giddey’s sister helped NBA star bounce back

Hannah Giddey always had young brother Josh’s back during his dramatic rise to NBA superstardom, even when the fruits of that fame soured. Now, she’s a star on the court in her own...

Cocaine Cassie’s brothel and dental chair torture admission

Cassie Sainsbury has told Gary Jubelin about how her life spiralled out of control in a brothel, before she was thrown in a Colombian jail where she was tortured. Listen to the pod...

Building wealth needs a big mindset change

Building good investment habits early is the hallmark of coasting into an easy retirement. But it’s almost never too late to start planning.

‘A sandwich can look like a sandwich’: Get real on school lunches

As kids head back to school, here’s why you can forget about cutting their fruit into decorative shapes and their sandwiches into smiley faces.

Mermaid murder mystery: Haunted by a hellish past

In 2021, after writing my first novel, Weyward, I was hungry for a story.

Where Hottest 100 Aus stars hide their millions

From Kylie Minogue to Amy Shark, prominent Aussie artists are making the most of their musical fame, throwing their cash in one key area.

‘Full-on’: Susie Porter reveals more about new Belle Gibson series

Logie-winning Aussie actor Susie Porter reveals why signing on to the new Netflix series based on the Belle Gibson story was a no-brainer and why Wentworth is the gift that keeps g...

Fashion force: Forget the tech bros, this was girl power on show

One chose an eye-concealing, kiss-deflecting hat, another a lace bra that some claimed inappropriate. Beyond big hair and ballgowns, powerful-in-their-own-right women owned Trump’s...

Experts reveal how to choose the best school for your child

As millions of students prepare to return to the classroom, some schools are already preparing to open their gates to future families. Here’s how to find the right school for your ...

‘Action will be taken’: calls to release Harry’s immigration record

The campaign for the release of Prince Harry’s immigration file over claims he lied about drug use has ramped up now US President Donald Trump is back in the White House.

Will anything ever replace our smartphones?

It might seem impossible but smartphones could go the way of the fax machine, and Samsung says the end has already begun. Here’s how your phone will change.

Billy Ray Cyrus’ Aussie ex ‘sad to see’ star’s inauguration ‘disaster’

Billy Ray Cyrus’s ex-wife, Aussie musician Firerose, has spoken out about the country star’s shambolic performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration after his family said they’re “wor...

‘Who knows?’: Novak uncertain on Melbourne Park return

We may have seen the last of Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park, with the 10-time champion uncertain if he’ll be able to return as injury concerns mount up after retiring against Ale...

Portelli vows to help Ch9 star after $50k scandal

A TV show presenter has come under fire after taking part in another Adrian Portelli dud competition that the billionaire ran on air, following his Block splurge that left him in l...

‘Don’t be an arrogant d**k’: Rafter’s view of Australia

We talk about the tall poppy syndrome, but I don’t necessarily agree with that. If I could sum up what our attitude is, it’s this: don’t be an arrogant d**k, writes Pat Rafter.

Have your say: what is the greatest Australian song?

The Flamin’ 100 list is our experts’ favourite Aussie songs of all time. Which tracks should have been higher and have we missed your banger?

Car move driving Aussies to the brink

Today’s high tech cars are supposed to make driving much easier and much more stress free. So why are they pushing Aussie motorists to the brink?

Entire town for sale at price of a house

An entire town has gone viral after hitting the market at the same price as a house – and it promises adventure off cycling trails, hiking, fishing and skiing.

If you’re asking people to repeat things you need to do this

A third of hearing loss cases are preventable - and experts are worried that 77 per cent of Aussies aren’t doing this one check up every year.

‘Bloody big for a pussy cat’: Panthers on iconic Aussie road?

A woman claims to have captured on film this week “one of the legendary Great Ocean Road big black cats”, before sighting another possible panther soon after. See the video and pho...

Meghan ‘in a bad place’ after Vanity Fair exposé

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are in shock after a Vanity Fair eposé painted a tragic picture of the couple’s life in the US that included scathing criticisms of Markle by former ...