4 h. ago Singer’s beach ball rant reveals the fine line between amazing and Garbage festivals

Two music festivals held over the weekend highlighted what’s great, and what’s not, about the experience.

Culture

7 h. ago Love Actually musical parody pokes fun at iconic Christmas movie

A new musical parody takes the micket out of iconic Christmas movie Love Actually.

Culture

9 h. ago One Battle After Another leads, Wicked snubbed in Golden Globe nominations

Jacob Elordi was among the Australian names called out, scoring nods in the film and TV categories. Read the full list of nominees.

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9 h. ago ‘It’s just really fun’: Why we’re thirsty again for the noughties

Passionfruit and vanilla vodka with a sidecar shot of prosecco: it’s being made and enjoyed a lot more than you think.

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19 h. ago Sydney council cracks down on notorious Christmas Day beach bash

Backpackers have been “strongly discouraged” from attending the bacchanalia this year. Those who attend can expect heightened police and security patrols.

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23 h. ago From Tim Tam to Four’N Twenty: Aussie icons enjoy government sweeteners

The federal government’s $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund is typically associated with funding cutting-edge local ventures, so why is it tipping money into biscuits and pies?

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26 h. ago When the party’s over: why you ‘break’ emotionally and physically at year’s end

As the music fades and the bubbles go flat, Australia’s most relied-on people are quietly unravelling. Behind the festive cheer lies an emotional reckoning and the fleeting illusion of rest before it all begins again.

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46 h. ago King Charles and Queen Camilla’s quiet move after skipping Catherine’s Christmas concert

Less than half of the British monarchy’s senior working royals attended the biggest event on Catherine’s calendar, though some absences are more noteworthy than others.

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47 h. ago ‘It’s all gone’: Devastated locals confront aftermath of Central Coast blaze

Koolewong residents returned the smouldering remains of their homes on Sunday, with up to 18 houses lost to the fast-moving and furious bushfire.

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47 h. ago ‘It’s all gone’: Devastated locals confront the aftermath of Central Coast blaze

Koolewong residents returned the smouldering remains of their homes on Sunday, with up to 18 houses lost to the fast-moving and furious bushfire.

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49 h. ago Warning over ‘fake’ Black Friday discounts as Officeworks defends pricing

As Australians take pause after the annual deals before entering Christmas and Boxing Day sales, retailers have come under fire.

Events

50 h. ago From cameras to consoles: The ultimate tech gift guide for Christmas

Our favourite bits of kit make great presents, with options from $50 to $1000.

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57 h. ago One quick conversation could save your relationship this Christmas

You’re busy with school and social events, buying presents, and travelling or having visitors. It’s no wonder things can get a little strained come December.

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57 h. ago Sagittarius: This week you’ll have everything to surpass your wildest dreams

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

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57 h. ago It’s been named the colour of the year and is perfect for your Christmas Day outfit

Wearing white for the holidays is a winning strategy - if you follow a few guidelines.

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57 h. ago I used to think my family’s Christmas rituals were normal. Until I met my husband

The festive season is dictated by a set of unwritten rules, and we all have our own different ones.

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57 h. ago Experts name the unofficial world capitals of (nearly) everything

Not best friends with radio host Zan Rowe or food writer Jill Dupleix? We ask the experts to name the ultimate destinations for music, food, fashion, and more.

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57 h. ago Feeling festive? Your guide to Melbourne’s Christmas events, big and small

From Myer’s brick-tacular Lego windows, to Lachy Hulme’s Scrooge and a Kath & Kim drag parody, there is plenty to see and do in the city.

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57 h. ago Decking the halls this weekend? Chic Christmas decorations from less than $20

Festive finds for the tree and table, from beautiful brass hammered decorations to joyful glassware and a chic linen stocking.

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3 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: Drizzle and cooler temperatures for ‘moving day’ at Royal Melbourne

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

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