58 m. ago It started with one orphan. Now dozens call this Aussie expat ‘auntie’

The Melbourne-born leader of a charity helping destitute children in Tanzania has come home for Christmas.

Politics

68 m. ago I’m an atheist, so am I a fraud when I say grace at Christmas?

What does Christianity teach us about Christmas? Quite a lot about love, actually.

Politics

4 h. ago Amelia Hamer embraces Millennial renter tag with stamp duty housing pitch

Her “rental” misstep may have bruised her federal campaign, but the new state Malvern candidate is happy to lean into housing policy, rather than shy away from it.

Politics

4 h. ago ‘It was like a dream’: How Australia’s rarest bird of prey was found in WA’s north

The hunt for the red goshawk has delivered an early Christmas gift.

Politics

7 h. ago Flashbacks haunt like ghosts of Christmas past amid family fallout

Our reviewers catch up with all the latest shows around town.

Politics

15 h. ago This German Christmas market may be kitsch, but it’s the essence of the holiday season

It’s just one of the many remarkable Christmas markets worth visiting in Europe.

Politics

25 h. ago Voters of all stripes want federal power bill subsidy to stay

Households have been getting help for electricity bills for two years, and are unhappy the government has axed the $75 a quarter rebate.

Politics

27 h. ago Umbrellas or sunscreen? Sydney’s Christmas Day weather forecast revealed

Last year Sydneysiders were greeted with warm, clear skies on Christmas Day. Here’s what’s in store this year.

Politics

30 h. ago Craig Tiley approached to become the new boss of United States tennis: report

The long-time Australian Open and Tennis Australia boss is reportedly in talks to take on the equivalent role in America.

Politics

30 h. ago Tinsel and Christmas cards: Emma’s push for more bus shelters in western Sydney

Each summer, many western Sydney commuters get stuck waiting in extreme weather conditions without shelter for their bus to arrive.

Transport

39 h. ago Dramatic escalation in bitter feud between judge and top prosecutor

The state’s top prosecutor is facing a potential contempt of parliament probe amid an explosive row with a District Court judge.

Events

39 h. ago An outsourcer or a crafty creative: What kind of present wrapper are you?

Among some people, Christmas wrapping is a creative expression of their love but for others, it’s just another job to tick off the list. Here are five wrapping “types” to look out for.

Politics

47 h. ago ‘Some storm activity around’: What the weather leading up to Christmas looks like

Showers are predicted on three days in the next week, with possible thunderstorms on two of those days.

Events

49 h. ago Surf Life Saving Queensland extends patrol hours due to increased drownings

Surf Life Saving Queensland has extended its patrol hours after an increase in drownings across the state’s beaches

Politics

51 h. ago Australia news as it happened: Albanese shirks responsibility for parliamentary expenses saga; Health minister meeting state counterparts over funding as ‘bed

Follow along as we bring you rolling news updates from Australia and beyond.

Politics

52 h. ago Want to see the Socceroos play US at the World Cup? Here’s how much a ticket could cost you

FIFA has released its ticket pricing for the 2026 tournament in the United States, to a galled global reception from fan groups.

Politics

53 h. ago Labor veteran tipped for Racing NSW board amid questions over process

The state government is finalising new appointments to the board of the thoroughbred industry regulator, which is led by long-time CEO Peter V’landys.

Events

53 h. ago Food, glorious food! The Good Weekend recipe crew’s new Christmas menu

Make your 2025 festive feast one to remember – and not a ham in sight!

Politics

54 h. ago No deal: States won’t sign on to federal hospital funding offer

State and territory health ministers released the report card into the “bed block crisis” as they prepared to meet their federal counterpart.

Politics

55 h. ago Teachers union takes special school funding fight to industrial court

A new model for state schools to support the more than 106,000 students with disability launched at the start of this year. Staff and principals remain concerned.

Society