Maryann White's emotional win in race honouring Richie Polak
Jockey Maryann White delivers an emotional victory at Pinjarra in the Richie Polak Memorial, riding for her late partner. A story of love, loss, and triumph in Australian horse racing.
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Nine-Year-Old Sowar Wins $100k Walkaway Cup at Geraldton
Ageless gelding Sowar, at nine years old, clinched the $100,000 Mount Augustus Tourist Park Walkaway Cup in a gutsy performance. Read the full story of this remarkable win and what's next for jockey Holly Watson.
Newcastle's Boxing Day Races Draw Crowd of 5000
Newcastle's iconic Boxing Day races made a triumphant return, with over 5000 attendees defying cooler weather. The event, boosted by headliner Hot Dub Time Machine, saw a surge in pre-sales and a vibrant party atmosphere.
Aussie Sports Stars' 2025 Weddings: A Look Back
Relive the most glamorous 2025 weddings of Australia's Olympic swimmers, jockeys, soccer players and AFL legends. See who tied the knot this year.
Church Christmas lunch feeds 350 as homelessness rises
St John's Care in Canberra hosted a vital Christmas lunch for 350 people, highlighting the growing need as homelessness increases. The charity, relying solely on donations, supports 70 families monthly.
Tragic death of apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson, 24
The Australian racing community is in mourning after the tragic death of 24-year-old apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson in a single-vehicle crash near Dubbo. Read the full tribute.
Horoscope for Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Read your daily horoscope for Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Find out what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign, from Aries to Pisces. Plan your day with cosmic guidance.
Meet Illawarra's 56 Rising Sports Stars for 2025
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
Horoscope for Monday, December 22, 2025
Discover what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign this Monday. Find guidance on career, relationships, and personal energy for the day ahead.
Australians Don't Trust Food Health Star Ratings
Many Australians distrust the voluntary Health Star Rating on food packaging, as the government considers making it mandatory. Learn why the system is confusing shoppers.
Horoscope for Friday, December 19, 2025
Discover what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign this Friday. From Aries to Pisces, find your daily guidance and cosmic insights for December 19, 2025.
Horoscope for Thursday, December 18, 2025
Discover what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign this Thursday. From travel tips for Aries to family moments for Virgo, get your daily guidance now.
Jewish leaders urge action after Bondi attack
Jewish community leaders call for urgent enforcement of laws and faster anti-hate measures following the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15. They demand 'fewer words, more action'.
Horoscope for Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Discover your daily horoscope for Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Find out what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign, from love and career to personal challenges and opportunities.
Independent SA Brewery Closes After 15 Years
A beloved South Australian craft brewery is closing its doors after 15 years, citing rising costs and market pressures. Read the full story of its journey and final farewell.
Wendell Sailor faces court over Wollongong arrest
Former rugby star Wendell Sailor will fight charges after being arrested for allegedly blocking traffic while intoxicated in Wollongong. His lawyer seeks to have the case dropped.
Ex-Neighbours star Jane Hall celebrates midwifery milestone
Former Neighbours actress Jane Hall shares her journey from TV fame to midwifery, completing a hospital placement and pursuing her long-held dream. Discover her inspiring career change.
Weekend Horoscope: December 6-7, 2025 Forecast
Discover what the stars have in store for you this weekend of December 6-7, 2025. Get your unique zodiac sign predictions for love, work, and personal growth.
Netflix star Criscilla Anderson dies at 45 after cancer battle
Dancer and Netflix reality star Criscilla Anderson has died at 45 after a seven-year battle with colon cancer. Read her heartbreaking final message to her family and fans.
Lynx smash record as Han Xu draws huge Perth crowd
The Perth Lynx are set to shatter their attendance record when Chinese superstar Han Xu plays her first home game on Friday. Nearly 3000 fans expected. #WNBL #Perth
NRL's R360 U-turn, climate wars & Newcastle port protests debated
Newcastle Herald readers weigh in on NRL's stance on R360 defectors, renewed climate policy battles, and the impact of recent port blockades. Dive into the local debate.
Daily Horoscope for Australia: December 3, 2025
Discover what the stars have in store for you this Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Get your personalised zodiac reading and navigate your day with cosmic insight.
Liberals urge council to ban Rising Tide after harbour protest
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.
Park Waves Festival Cancelled Due to Soaring Costs
Parkway Drive's ambitious Park Waves festival, set to rock Australia in 2025, has been cancelled. Rising costs crush a headbanger's dream lineup. Full refunds issued.
Torres Strait MP Urges National Climate Action
Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch brings the urgent climate crisis of the Torres Strait to Parliament, demanding emissions cuts to save island communities from rising seas.
Horoscope for Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Discover what your zodiac sign has in store for you this Tuesday. From Aries to Pisces, find your daily guidance and cosmic insights for December 2, 2025.
Climate protesters released after Newcastle port blockade
Two Rising Tide activists face court over a two-hour shipping disruption at Newcastle coal port. The legal case hinges on whether the delay was a major or minor disruption.
Zenith Energy signs renewable power deal for Kalgoorlie Super Pit
Zenith Energy will supply renewable power to Northern Star's Kalgoorlie Super Pit, marking a major step for the gold mine's green energy transition. Read about the deal's impact.
141 arrested in Newcastle climate protest blockade
NSW Police Minister defends officers after Rising Tide's coal port blockade. 141 arrests made as minister calls protesters 'reckless'. Full details on the clash.
Teen faces court over Newcastle park bong assault
An 18-year-old has faced court accused of smashing a bong over a man's head at Newcastle's Foreshore Park. Read the latest on this shocking assault case.
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