Best Secret Santa Gift Ideas Under $50 in Australia
Struggling with Secret Santa? Discover 10 thoughtful, stylish, and budget-friendly gift ideas under $50, perfect for the Australian festive season. Find the perfect present now!
Struggling with Secret Santa? Discover 10 thoughtful, stylish, and budget-friendly gift ideas under $50, perfect for the Australian festive season. Find the perfect present now!
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
Belmont Forum transforms Christmas shopping with a free 4D grotto, interactive selfie zones, and daily letter-writing prizes. Discover festive fun for the whole family.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Perth families can step into a North Pole wonderland at the Perth Convention Centre from Dec 6-24. The immersive village features Santa, rides, shows & festive attractions.
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
Discover Dyson's affordable haircare gems for Christmas. From travel minis to nourishing essentials, these under $100 gifts deliver luxury without the hefty price tag. Perfect for Secret Santa or last-minute presents.
Santa's Farm in Tullimbar has opened for the Christmas season, offering families the chance to cut down their own real Christmas trees after nearly five years of growth. Local families share their festive traditions.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
New research reveals 70% of Australians are changing gift traditions to save money this Christmas. Discover how Secret Santa and Amazon Haul help beat budget stress.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
Hundreds of children experienced early Christmas magic at McDonald Jones Stadium during Variety's annual party, featuring Santa, gifts, and inclusive activities for all abilities.
Aguia Resources appoints Tim Hosking as CEO to drive Brazilian phosphate production and Colombian gold revival. First phosphate output expected Q1 2026.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
Perth families are making pets part of Christmas traditions with FurBaby's Santa Paws sessions. Discover how huskies, cats and even eagles join festive family portraits.
Hunter writers are invited to enter the Newcastle Herald's annual short story competition. Inspired by local photographs, entries close December 22, 2025, with great prizes to be won.
City of Newcastle's executive manager Nick Kaiser responds to criticism of community consultation processes, explaining the principles behind transparent engagement.
Join Santa and his elves for Newcastle's magical Christmas tree lighting ceremony on November 28. Enjoy free family activities, festive treats, and live entertainment in Wheeler Place.
Newcastle councillors unanimously advocate for Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station and push for a direct airport transport link. Read the latest developments.
Newcastle Labor councillors are pushing to lock in Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station, a move set to transform the region's economy and connectivity. Discover the plans.
Two teenage boys, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested and charged following a police pursuit of an allegedly stolen Isuzu MUX in Hamilton, Newcastle. Read the full details.
Newcastle's Wheeler Place transforms into a festive wonderland with an 11-metre Christmas tree, pet 'pawtraits', and family activities throughout November and December. Join the celebration!
Wollongong's Santa Fest is back on December 13, 2025 at North Gong Hotel. The revived Christmas celebration features live music and supports local charities Talk2MeBro and Disabled Surfers Association.
Santa has arrived at Wollongong's Crown Street Mall, bringing festive cheer and photo opportunities until Christmas Eve. Discover all the locations for Santa photos across the Illawarra.
Newcastle commuters faced major delays on November 11 after an emergency operation halted train services. Services resumed around 8am but were running significantly late.
Discover how Newcastle's beloved Sparke Helmore Triathlon continues to thrive after three decades, bringing together athletes of all levels for a iconic Australian sporting event.
A violent confrontation at a Mayfield cafe has police searching for a man who allegedly assaulted another patron with a chair. The incident occurred at Mayfield's Suspension Espresso, leaving the community shaken.
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.