Politics
Cairns builder avoids jail after pleading guilty to 75 charges, including drug trafficking
A former award-winning Cairns builder has been spared jail after pleading guilty to 75 offences, including drug trafficking and fraud, following a meth addiction. Read the full court details.
Lifestyle
Bright Tank Brewing's Crisp IPL: The Perfect Christmas Beer for Perth's Heat
Discover Bright Tank Brewing Co's Crisp IPL, the ideal dry and refreshing beer for a scorching Australian Christmas. Find out why this 5% ABV lager is a festive must-try.
Sports
Smithson's Cricket Commentary Call: Premier's Invitation Sparks Debate
Former cricketer Brad Smithson receives a surprise invitation to commentate on the Premier's XI match, sparking discussions about the value of authentic experience in sports media.
Business
Boxing Day Sales Fight Back: Aussies to Spend $1.6 Billion in One Day
Boxing Day is battling to reclaim its crown as Australia's top sales event, with shoppers forecast to drop $1.6 billion. See the state-by-state breakdown and what's driving the spending surge.
Entertainment
Education
Third boy bailed over Ellenbrook school stabbing incident
A third teenage boy has been granted bail over the stabbing at Ellenbrook Secondary College that forced a lockdown. Get the latest on the court case and community response.
Exam blunder: Students taught wrong ancient history topic
An independent review reveals a 'perfect storm' of errors led to 140 students across nine Queensland schools studying Augustus instead of Julius Caesar for their major exam. Discover the findings and new safeguards.
Two Geelong school principals retire after decades of service
Barwon Valley School's John Munro and Oberon High's Tim McMahon retire, leaving a lasting legacy in Geelong education. Read about their careers and the search for successors.
Irish teacher Sarah Halpenny dies unexpectedly in Melbourne
The Australian-Irish community mourns the sudden death of beloved teacher and athlete Sarah Halpenny in Melbourne. A fundraiser has surpassed $300,000 AUD.
Wollongong teacher cleared of assault, gambling charges
Wollongong PE teacher Phil Saunders has had all charges against him dismissed in local court. Read the magistrate's detailed reasoning and the emotional courtroom outcome.