Horoscope for Thursday, January 1, 2026
Discover what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign on New Year's Day 2026. Get insights into love, career, and personal growth to kickstart your year with cosmic guidance.
Discover what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign on New Year's Day 2026. Get insights into love, career, and personal growth to kickstart your year with cosmic guidance.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
NSW Police unveil a major security plan for Sydney's 2025 New Year's Eve, deploying over 1,000 extra officers and advanced tech to ensure a safe celebration. Get the full details here.
Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks lit up the harbour in a stunning 12-minute show, marked by a poignant tribute to the Bondi attack victims. Over a million people watched the spectacle.
Thousands gathered on Newcastle's Foreshore to welcome 2026. Amidst the celebrations, police issued warnings about dangerous drugs and urged public safety. See the photos and stories.
A West Australian Lotto player has won a $1 million jackpot on New Year's Eve. Discover the winning numbers and how other divisions fared in draw #4645.
Canberra welcomed 2026 with its largest-ever New Year's Eve fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. The $154,000 spectacle drew big crowds and marked the second year of a three-year contract. Read more about the dazzling show.
Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks drew over a million revellers to the harbour, with crowds braving intense competition for prime spots. Discover the scenes and security measures for 2026's spectacular.
Thousands celebrated New Year's Eve in Newcastle as families and visitors enjoyed the Foreshore festivities. NSW Police ran a major operation amid health warnings about dangerous drugs in circulation.
Wollongong City Council cancels the 9pm New Year's Eve fireworks display due to dangerous ocean conditions at the harbour. Public safety cited as the top priority.
Canberrans are urged to prepare as the Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for New Year's Eve, forecasting damaging winds, large hail, and potential flash flooding. Stay safe and follow emergency advice.
Ascot Racecourse set for a scorching New Year's Day as crowds flock for the iconic $1 million Perth Cup. Hospitality sold out, celebrities attending, and Apulia the favourite. Get your general admission tickets now.
The historic Point Lonsdale Lighthouse foghorn will be silent for New Year's Eve after a motor failure. Parks Victoria is working on a fix for the beloved coastal icon.
Australian football icon Sam Kerr has married US soccer star Kristie Mewis in a private Western Australian ceremony on New Year's Eve. Get all the details on the sporting power couple's big day.
Sydney launches its biggest security operation for New Year's Eve, deploying 3,000 officers with high-powered rifles to reassure the public after the Bondi terror attack. Authorities confirm no credible threats.
Australia ramps up security for New Year's Eve celebrations with major fireworks displays planned in every capital city. Get the full guide to times, locations, and safety measures.
Australian luggage brand July is running a limited-time New Year bundle offer. Shoppers can save up to $240 on stylish, durable suitcases designed for the modern traveller. Act before January 5.
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Wollongong with details on foreshore road closures, public transport options, and fireworks displays. Essential travel advice for 31 December 2025.
Police appeal for public help to locate an elderly woman missing from Swansea. Follow live updates on this breaking news and other local stories from the Newcastle Herald.
NSW Police will deploy all available officers for high-visibility patrols across Wollongong this New Year's Eve. Minister Yasmin Catley urges revellers to celebrate safely and respect emergency workers.
Ring in 2026 across the Illawarra! Our complete guide covers Wollongong Harbour fireworks, the Summer Carnival, and live music from Royale With Cheese to Touch Sensitive. Find your perfect party.
Canberra prepares for its biggest NYE fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. Hotels with lake views are fully booked as a new $462k contract is signed. Free public transport and road closures announced.
NSW Police launch one of their largest annual operations to ensure safety at Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens New Year's Eve events. Plan your travel and stay safe.
Geelong police launch a major New Year's Eve operation with weapon searches and sniffer dogs to ensure safety. Details on patrols, prohibited items, and public transport changes.
Geelong is set for a chilly New Year's Eve as a cold front brings temperatures down to 11°C. Plan your celebrations with our full weather forecast and safety tips.
The Beyond the Valley music festival returns to Geelong for New Year's 2024-25. Get all the details on dates, location, and what to expect for the major summer event.
Ring in 2026 at Perth's largest-ever New Year's Eve celebration! Enjoy two fireworks displays at Elizabeth Quay, free carnival rides, food trucks, and complimentary public transport from midnight.
Sydney's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display drew record crowds and featured stunning new effects. Discover all the highlights and key moments from the harbour celebration.
Perth is set for the country's best New Year's Eve weather, hitting 35C before a perfect 22C for midnight fireworks. Meanwhile, Cyclone Hayley threatens WA's north.