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The next time you hear a faint buzzing overhead, it might not be just another neighbour testing their new gadget. Increasingly, those eyes in the sky belong to your insurance company, and they're taking a very close look at your property—whether you know it or not. What started as a technology...

After more than a century of cold pints, lively chatter and countless memories, a long-standing local pub is preparing to call last drinks in late October. For regulars, the closure marks the end of an era and highlights how quickly the places that anchor our communities can disappear...

Imagine this: you’re planning a family picnic under the Harbour Bridge, or perhaps a relaxing afternoon stroll with your mates and the grandkids in your favourite local park. You pack the thermos, the lamingtons, and the footy, only to discover there’s a new sign at the gate: 'Fees Apply for...

If you’ve been scrolling online recently, chances are you’ve stumbled across headlines touting a so-called 'one-off' Centrelink cash boost—sometimes quoting amounts as high as $250 or even $1,300. It’s the kind of claim that spreads fast, especially when household budgets are tighter than...

While you've probably embraced online banking and video calls with the grandkids, the harsh reality is that many Australian hospitals are still operating like it's 1950. But that's about to change in ways that could dramatically improve your healthcare experience. A powerful new report from the...

When Meghan Markle recently claimed that being forced to wear nude pantyhose as a royal felt 'inauthentic', it sparked a fascinating debate about royal protocols, workplace dress codes, and what it really means to be yourself. But here's the twist that might surprise you: the pantyhose 'rule'...

When a curious traveller posted a photo of a mysterious metal contraption at NSW rest areas, they unleashed one of the internet's most delightfully mundane mysteries. What followed was a classic case of collective head-scratching that proves sometimes the most obvious things are the most...

There's something delightfully Australian about stumbling across a piece of clothing at Kmart that makes you do a double-take. But when one shopper discovered what appeared to be a bikini top with built-in nipples hanging innocently on the lingerie rack, it sparked a conversation that goes far...

An Australian music star long admired for powerful vocals and boundless stage energy is facing a year unlike any other. Behind the spotlight, 2024 has brought extraordinary health challenges that few could have imagined. In a candid update to fans, the performer revealed that they were...

When Gordon Ramsay joked, 'Promise you it's not a facelift' alongside photos of his surgical scar, the celebrity chef was doing more than just deflecting vanity concerns. The 58-year-old was sharing a serious health message after having basal cell carcinoma surgically removed from his jawline...

As the warmer weather arrives and you're already thinking about spring cleaning the house, there's another type of tidying that could put extra dollars back in your pocket just in time for Christmas planning. The social media trend called 'No Spend September' has been gaining traction among...

If you’ve ever tossed your spare change into a jar or left a few coins rattling around in your car, you might want to take a closer look—because one humble $1 coin could be worth a small fortune! That’s right, fellow coin collectors and curious Aussies: a rare $1 coin from 2019 is making waves...

When we think about drug overdoses, many picture reckless youth and tragic headlines. New research, however, shows that older Australians are increasingly at risk. The findings reveal a worrying shift that challenges long-held assumptions about who is most vulnerable. A recent release of...

The world of 1980s new wave is mourning the loss of a true original. News of the passing broke on 28 August, leaving fans and fellow musicians reflecting on the legacy of a drummer whose beats helped define an era of bold experimentation and unforgettable style. Known for visually and...

Aussie comedian and radio favourite, best known for his sharp humour, cheeky grin, and knack for lifting spirits on even the toughest days. But the mood shifted dramatically last week when a charity footy match ended in a serious medical emergency that left him battered, bruised, and recovering...

You'd think after decades of official clarifications, this particular driving myth would be as dead as a dodo. Yet almost 60 per cent of Australians said they thought it wasn't illegal, while 40 per cent said they thought it was illegal when Victoria Police recently polled drivers about barefoot...

When you've planned a lovely drive through the NSW countryside, perhaps stopping in Wagga Wagga to see that stunning art collection or visiting historic Broken Hill's renowned gallery, you expect these cultural treasures to be there. For a worrying few months, that wasn't guaranteed. NSW's...

Every 12 minutes, another Australian loses their life to cardiovascular disease. CVD accounts for one in four of all deaths, claiming the life of one person every 12 minutes, making it our nation's biggest killer. But what if the solution to reducing your heart attack risk was literally right...

When 63-year-old Stephen Buttigieg listed his prized $120,000 Holden GTS on Facebook Marketplace, he had noble intentions—selling the collector's car to help his sons buy their first homes. Within minutes of a seemingly innocent test drive, his generous gesture became a heart-wrenching lesson...

It’s remarkable how much weight a single word can carry, and Woolworths has just offered a striking example. In its freshly updated 2025 Sustainability Report, the supermarket giant made a quiet adjustment that could have major consequences for Australia’s environmental future—and even for what...