Dancer in wheelchair soars in aerial duo
A aerial dance duo from New Zealand are bringing their upside-down spectacle to the Sydney Festival in a show that evolves with each performance.
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Room for eight in flagship Hyundai
Korean car maker Hyundai has dipped its toe into loftier company - and a new price bracket - with an upgrade of its big, premium SUV, the Palisade.
‘More potent than cyanide’: how to stay safe from blue-ringed octopus this summer
Blue-ringed octopus are famed for being one of the most venomous animals on the planet, and the symptoms from a bite are the stuff of nightmares. But how worried do you need to be?
Queer reinvention of Jane Austen classic
A queer envisioning of Jane Austen's famed romance will premiere during WorldPride as part of the Sydney Theatre Company's latest program.
Samsung investigates phone-crashing update
The world's biggest smartphone company is investigating reports a software update is disabling some of its handsets in one Australian location.
Top 10 tips to keep cool this summer
How do you keep cool on a budget? Here are our top ten tips:
COVID test required of arrivals from China
Travellers from China will need to undergo mandatory testing for COVID-19 before boarding a flight to Australia, the health minister has announced.
Australia welcomes 2023 with a bang
Australians partied well into the night during the first New Year's Eve celebrations without COVID-19 restrictions in three years.
Cities abuzz as NYE returns to normal
Free of mask mandates and other COVID rules, locals and visitors in most parts of Australia are letting their hair down to farewell 2022 and welcome 2023.
Qld urged to bring in New Year’s legally
The government has told Queenslanders to enjoy the more than 130 licensed fireworks displays planned for New Year's Eve rather than risk injuries or fines.
Why are Aussie pubs filled with tiles?
After all, what would the swill pub have been like without tiles?
Four tips to set realistic New Year’s Resolutions
By following these tips, you can set realistic new year's resolutions that will help you make positive changes in your life and set you up for a great 2023!
The best beaches to visit in Queensland this summer
With its stunning coastline and beautiful weather, Queensland is the perfect destination for a summer beach getaway. But with so many beaches to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here are some of the best beaches to visit in Queensland this summer...
Brawny Jaguar getting hearts racing
Jaguar's formidable F-Pace SVR won't win any environmental awards, but commands plenty of attention from high-end SUV buyers.
Aussies seek bargains in post-Xmas sales
Shoppers are predicted to spend record amounts in the summer sales with clothing, hospitality and household goods expected to be the most popular categories.
Busking’s bright future as acts ramp up
Melbourne's buskers are gearing up for a busy summer with international acts due to arrive and a new place to call their own.
Australians feel the heat on Boxing Day
Most Australians are experiencing a minor heatwave, but intense rain from ex-tropical cyclone Ellie has parts of the NT and Queensland on flood watch.
Happy Gravy Day
It's the 21st of December...
Cracker of an idea! What to take to Christmas lunch that won’t break the bank this year
Check your pantry for inspiration or ingredients. Crackers, dried fruit or nuts are great ideas for a charcuterie board. This is also a great way to clean out your pantry
Feisty, funky and fun tiny Fiat relative
Bystanders will likely hear the Abarth 595 coming before they see it, with the punchy little Fiat prodigy proving that size isn't everything.
Holiday plans up in air as costs spiral
More than half of Australians are reconsidering their summer travel plans as interest rate hikes and soaring household bills put pressure on family finances.
Tips for a stress-free Christmas
The holiday season is upon us, and for many people, that means added stress and pressure. From shopping and cooking, to entertaining and traveling, the holiday season can be overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be.
Tantrums and tinsel: why I love the shopping centre Santa photo
The Santa photo feeds my photographic penchant for overly staged family portraits that signal to the camera “we are posing together for a photograph”
Carnival sued over norovirus outbreaks
Carnival has been sued by passengers who say they suffered from diarrhoea and vomiting after being unnecessarily exposed to norovirus on eight separate cruises.
Flight bite: Airfares soar before Christmas
The price of air travel in Australia continues to reach new heights, with a new report showing passengers are paying much more this year.
Remembering Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie
It is with heavy hearts that we remember the late Christine McVie, who passed away this week at the age of 79. Today we celebrate her life and music. Take a moment to revisit some of her many hits...
Luxury EV giant ticks over like clockwork
Hyundai's new Genesis Electrified G80 takes passenger serenity to new heights - and carries a price tag to match.
What’s a polycule? An expert on polyamory explains
Room for one more? Ever wondered about polyamorous relationships?
Fan frenzy as Socceroos unite nation
Football fever is building in Australia as fans make plans to cheer the Socceroos in their David-and-Goliath clash with football giants Argentina.
Melbourne the top destination for tourists
Domestic tourism has bounced back to above pre-COVID-19 levels and Melbourne has been the biggest beneficiary of increased visitors.
Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie dead at 79
Christine McVie, whose songwriting and signature vocals helped make British-American group Fleetwood Mac one of the biggest rock bands ever, has died at 79.