Jackie French says forget the garden chores this week. With extreme heat in Canberra, your only duties are watering, enjoying the scents, and sharing your harvest. Discover the simple joys of a summer garden.
WA authorities urge vigilance as heatwave hits. Over 40% of toddler drownings occur in home pools. Check your fence, close the gate, and maintain constant supervision.
OzHarvest chef reveals 5 simple tips to reduce festive food waste, saving households money and keeping edible food out of landfill. Learn how to transform leftovers and use ingredients fully.
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
Over 300 young members of Shellharbour Surf Life Saving Club celebrated the festive season with games, water activities and a foil-surfing Santa. See the gallery.
The Hunter region is enduring a severe heatwave, with inland areas reaching 43C. Lifesavers urge swimmers to stay safe at patrolled beaches as the extreme conditions continue through the weekend.
A former banker and mortgage broker has been charged as an alleged ringleader in a massive NSW fraud syndicate targeting car, home, and business loans. Police have restrained $92 million in assets. Read the full investigation details.
A growing movement sees Australian children earning, saving, and investing their money. Experts say starting young with tools like Vanguard Personal Investor Kids can build a $1 million retirement fund. Discover how families are giving kids a financial he
Get the full preview and expert betting tips for the Randwick race meeting on December 18, 2025. Key runners include Navy Buoy, Ripley, and Bartolf. Gamble responsibly.
Children are now sending video wish lists for Christmas presents. Is this a useful modern tool or a sign of growing materialism? We explore the debate and its Australian context.
Two men face court after NSW police discover $1.5 million in cash concealed inside a lounge in a van during a routine stop on the Hume Highway. Read the full details.
Former Richmond AFL player Marlion Pickett has received a suspended sentence for possessing dirty cash and helping launder over $300,000 from burglaries. Read the full court details.
New AAMI data exposes Perth's most dangerous shopping centre carparks this Christmas. Innaloo tops the list. Learn the risky times and how to avoid a costly prang.
Former Richmond AFL star Marlion Pickett has received a suspended sentence after admitting to laundering over $300,000 in stolen money. The Perth court heard of his relapse into drug use. Read the full details.
Bondi Beach lifesavers sprang into action during a mass shooting, performing CPR and rescues amid active gunfire. Learn how their training and bravery saved lives.
A Cardiff mum reveals how she saves $260 on Christmas groceries using loyalty points. Plus, a local startup network wins a national award and a new luxury golf course is on the way for the Hunter.
Newcastle councillors have deferred a major plan to revitalise Civic Park and surrounds, citing a $70 million price tag and more pressing community priorities like safer streets and drainage.
Hunter Valley residents could find a surprise cash boost, with over $14.2 million in unclaimed money held by Revenue NSW. Check now to see if you're owed funds.
Get your garden summer-ready with TV gardener Charlie Albone's essential checklist. Learn how to mulch, water wisely, and protect plants from the scorching Aussie heat.
A West Australian family discovers spacious apartment-style hotels in Tokyo, navigating solo adventures and unexpected kindness. Explore Mimaru Suites for your next Japan trip.
Australian vet Dr Chris Brown has debunked the common 'seven-year' rule for dogs, sharing a more accurate ageing guide. Discover the real calculation and other pet care myths busted.
Get the full race-by-race guide and expert betting tips for Sunday's meeting at Rosehill Gardens. Our best bets include the promising Dark Simba and the exciting filly Plaintiff.
Revelations of 'eye-watering' travel bills for public officials, including $20,000 trips to inspect hotel beds, expose a culture of entitlement as households struggle. Read the full investigation.
Expert gardener Sabrina Hahn shares six crucial strategies for Perth gardeners to protect their plants from the harsh summer heat. Learn about soil prep, watering, and mulching.
Finance expert Scott Phillips argues renting can be smarter than buying if you invest the savings. He warns property can't outpace wages forever. Discover a wealth-building strategy.
Sunrise presenter Sally Bowrey stunned at the ARIA Awards. Get her 'utilitarian chic' look and pro styling tips from wardrobe expert Ben Amery for your festive events.
A 24-year-old NSW woman faces charges after airport security x-rays uncovered $312,000 in cash in her hand luggage. AFP investigates the source of the funds.
Jamie Daniel Reiffel has been sentenced in the Townsville District Court for dealing with money suspected to be the proceeds of crime. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
Imported gelding Man Of Worth makes his long-awaited return for Chris Waller at Warwick Farm. Get full race-by-race tips and analysis for Wednesday's meeting.
Stressed about festive guests? The award-winning Eva Slideaway Sofa Bed, designed in Melbourne, transforms in seconds. Discover why it's a game-changer for small spaces.