National News

Thu 9 Jan 2020

Jamie Oliver’s fresh $152 million blow

Jamie Oliver’s fresh $152 million blow

The embattled celebrity chef is facing another setback after it was revealed most creditors of his collapsed restaurant chain wouldn’t be paid.

Aussie’s $3 million Domino’s battle

Aussie’s $3 million Domino’s battle

A star Domino’s franchisee once described as “amazing” and a “huge asset” is now taking the pizza chain to court – and seeking millions.

‘Dad, everything is dying’: Boy’s heartbreak

‘Dad, everything is dying’: Boy’s heartbreak

When a little boy picked up a dead wallaby, cradling it in his arms, and told his dad they’re all dying it brought his parents to tears.

Billionaire’s staggering fire donation

Billionaire’s staggering fire donation

Billionaire Andrew Forrest has announced a bushfire relief donation in the tens of millions of dollars, saying he and his family “weep along with Australia”.

Bushfire victim’s massive lotto win

Bushfire victim’s massive lotto win

A man who lost his home in the bushfire crisis has been granted “a miracle”, becoming an instant millionaire using his wife’s lucky numbers.

$87m Aussie wine empire’s shock collapse

$87m Aussie wine empire’s shock collapse

One of Australia’s biggest and most successful wine companies has announced it’s struggling to survive after 141 years of family ownership.

'Megxit': World’s savage reaction to royal news

'Megxit': World’s savage reaction to royal news

Shocked followers have taken to social media to air their frustration over news Meghan and Harry are stepping back from royal life.

Palace’s blunt reaction to bombshell

Palace’s blunt reaction to bombshell

While we’re all still reeling from news that Harry and Meghan are quitting as senior royals, the Queen’s weighed in – and now it’s very messy.

Palace blindsided as Harry, Meghan quit as senior royals

Palace blindsided as Harry, Meghan quit as senior royals

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have released an extraordinary statement, effectively quitting as senior members of the Royal Family.

Richest woman hits back at Celeste

Richest woman hits back at Celeste

Gina Rinehart has hit back at Celeste Barber who criticised Australia’s richest woman for failing to donate her millions to the bushfire appeal.

PM's embarrassing island blunder

PM's embarrassing island blunder

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has come under fire for an embarrassing gaffe during his visit to fire-ravaged Kangaroo Island on Wednesday.

Bob has QAS covered – at 96

Bob has QAS covered – at 96

At 96, Bob McDermant has written about how the Queensland Ambulance Service became the best in the world.

Wed 8 Jan 2020

‘Old-fashioned’ baby names back in 2020

‘Old-fashioned’ baby names back in 2020

You’ve not heard the names Mildred or Betty for a while, but they are set to be popular in 2020 thanks to a 100-year “rule”.

Firey slams ‘outright lies’ circulating about bushfires

Firey slams ‘outright lies’ circulating about bushfires

If you’re on social media, no doubt you’ve seen plenty of posts about the bushfires crisis. One firefighter has had a gut full of the “lies”.

Expert says koala population will be able to survive bushfires

Expert says koala population will be able to survive...

It’s not all grim news for koalas killed in the bushfires, with fears the favourite Aussie animal could become “functionally extinct” are untrue.

Cyclist cops whopping $915 in fines

Cyclist cops whopping $915 in fines

A cyclist has copped three fines totalling an incredible $915 for not stopping at a red light, not wearing a helmet and riding on a footpath.

Labor promises ambitious climate policies

Labor promises ambitious climate policies

Federal Labor is promising more ambitious climate change policies at the next election in the aftermath of Australia's bushfire crisis.

Aged care’s challenge to  break diversity barriers

Aged care’s challenge to break diversity barriers

Do people who identify as LGBTIQ need or want their own distinct aged care?

Fire boss shuts down Barnaby Joyce

Fire boss shuts down Barnaby Joyce

Barnaby Joyce’s theory about what contributed to Australia’s out-of-control bushfires has been swiftly rejected by the man who knows best.

‘In despair’: Charles’ emotional message

‘In despair’: Charles’ emotional message

The Prince of Wales has become visibly distressed in a deeply personal video as he spoke of the “impossible and terrifying” crisis in Australia.

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