Politics
Teen girl charged over Reid unit assault where man was found bound and gagged
A 17-year-old girl faces ACT court over the alleged assault of a man found bound, gagged, and stabbed in a Reid unit just before Christmas. Police detail the dramatic arrest.
Lifestyle
Corrimal Hoon Wrecks Firefighter's New Car Just 12 Hours After Purchase
An East Corrimal firefighter's new Nissan Qashqai was smashed by a hit-and-run driver just hours after he bought it. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Sports
Usman Khawaja Retires, Slams Racial Stereotypes in Australian Cricket
Usman Khawaja announces his international retirement at the SCG, using the platform to confront racial bias and double standards he faced throughout his career. Read his powerful statement.
Business
Oodie's Boxing Day Sale Extends Into January With 50% Off Cooling Range
Oodie's popular Boxing Day sale is still running with up to 50% off its cooling range. Designed for hot Australian summers, the lightweight, breathable fabrics are a must for heatwave nights. Shop now before stock sells out.
Entertainment
Education
Search for missing teen, 13, from Bellambi
Wollongong police are appealing for information to locate Ellirah Voltz, 13, missing from Bellambi since December 27. Concerns are held for her welfare.
Police seize guns and drugs in Nollamara house raid
WA Police have seized firearms, ammunition, and drugs from a Nollamara property as part of a targeted operation to combat crime in Perth's northern suburbs. Read the full details.
Major drug and cash haul seized in Cessnock police raid
A 32-year-old man faces multiple charges after police seized $20,000 cash, methylamphetamine, heroin, GHB and stun guns during a firearms prohibition search in Cessnock. Read the full details.
Newcastle's 2025: A Year of Headlines and Heartbreak
From a fatal beach shooting to devastating floods and a major health initiative, revisit the stories that defined the Hunter region in 2025. Read the full year in review.
New forensic ID method uses proteins in single hair strands
ECU and ChemCentre scientists develop proteomic genotyping, a new forensic tool for human identification from hair when DNA is degraded or missing. Could revolutionise cold case investigations.