Amorosi claims her mother took control of her finances
Singer-songwriter Vanessa Amorosi has given evidence in the Victorian Supreme Court as she sues her mother for ownership of two properties.
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Vanessa Amorosi denies house pact was made with her mum
Vanessa Amorosi has disputed in court a suggestion that she sued her mother for ownership of two properties because she was in a difficult financial situation.
Vanessa Amorosi sues mother over property ownership
Australian singer-songwriter Vanessa Amorosi has taken her mother to the Victorian Supreme Court as she fights for full ownership of two properties.
High stakes as billionaire’s crypto gambling firm sued
Stake, a crypto gambling firm backed by hip hop star Drake, has been accused of trading off the reputation of a trading and investment firm with the same name.
UK chat-show king Michael Parkinson dies aged 88: BBC
Broadcasting great Sir Michael Parkinson has passed away peacefully at home aged 88 after a brief illness, his family has told the BBC.
Baby animals and bison bull debut at Royal Easter Show
Hundreds of baby animals, speckled cows and a bison are ready to delight crowds at the Royal Easter Show where pre-ticket sales have reached an all-time high.
‘Cocaine traces found’ in Outback Wrangler crash pilot
The star of the Outback Wrangler TV series says blaming him for the helicopter crash that killed a colleague is unfair, after new evidence emerged in court.
Interview: singer/songwriter Natasha Rose
Get ready to be swept away by the soulful voice and captivating music of Natasha Rose, a rising star in the Queensland music scene! Hailing from the beautiful Moreton Bay Region, this 19-year-old singer-songwriter has just released her debut single "Lying To Love."
From internet cafes to the world stage for Aussie gamer
Victor Huang started out skipping school to play video games at a Sydney internet cafe. Now he competes for million-dollar prize pools on the e-sports circuit.
Clarke’s public feud puts India on ice
Michael Clarke has chosen to speak only about cricket on his return to radio but he's unlikely to do it in India, where his commentary role is now in doubt.
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.
Qld Schoolies given A-plus for behaviour
Queensland schoolies have been given an A-plus on the first night, with this year's graduates drinking less and behaving better.
Aust misses out at Eurovision, Ukraine win
Australia's Sheldon Riley missed out on a top-10 spot at the Eurovision Song Contest, while Ukraine's president celebrated by vowing to host the next contest.
Sheldon Riley Australia’s Eurovision pick
Australia will be represented at Eurovision 2022 by singer Sheldon Riley, who has beaten 10 contenders for a spot in the global song contest.
Oscars’ history-making all-female hosts
The Oscars is making history in its 94th year with an all-female host line up, comprising comic powerhouses Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes.
Regions rock: why artists love the country
Music will be filling the air in country theatres, halls and pubs in coming months, as bands recognise the value of playing in country Australia.
‘Criminal actions’ led to stuntman’s death
Stuntman Johann Ofner's shooting death while filming a hip-hop music video in Brisbane was avoidable and the result of criminal actions, a coroner has found.
Great books set in Queensland
There is nothing better than sitting down with a good book and relaxing in the shade. It's all the better when you can relate to the people and places. We've picked six fantastic reads set in Queensland for you to add to your summer reading list. Enjoy!
New audiences click on to classical music
Live-streaming classical music is the way forward as pandemic success story Australian Digital Concert Hall attracts new audiences from across the country.
Aussie ballet boy turns opera buff
When Shane Placentino's 16-year dance career ended, he segued his movement-based skills into assistant directing and creating choreography for operas.
Oscar winner Sidney Poitier dies, aged 94
Sidney Poitier, the first black actor to win an Academy Award, has died at the age of 94.
Betty White dies just shy of 100
Career actress and cultural icon Betty White has died, aged 99.