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    After 30 years in hiding, this 1950s screen siren just stunned Hollywood at 92

    Kim Novak has stepped back into the spotlight more than three decades after leaving Hollywood behind. The 92-year-old actress received a standing ovation as she accepted the Golden Lion For Lifetime Achievement Award at the Venice Film Festival. Her rare appearance brought both nostalgia and...
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    Europe says this nail polish ingredient is too dangerous—so why are we still using it here?

    A beauty product found in salons worldwide has been pulled from shelves across Europe. Officials ruled that a common ingredient in gel nail polish posed potential risks to human health. But the chemical remains legal in countries like the UK and US—for now. The European Union banned...
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    Monopoly at Macca’s is back—and one prize could wipe out your rent or mortgage

    McDonald's Monopoly made a grand return this week—bringing with it a prize many Aussies only dream about. With rents and mortgages climbing higher each year, one reward stood out from the rest. For some, it could mean the difference between financial stress and a sigh of relief. The fast...
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    You asked, Woolworths listened! Here's the feature that finally puts you in control

    Woolworths shoppers just got the upgrade they’d been waiting for—but will it change how you shop online forever? One simple tweak to the supermarket’s app could make viral snacks and seasonal specials easier to track down than ever before. And with Christmas creeping closer, the timing...
  5. Maan

    Remember when Macca’s bags only carried burgers? Not anymore…

    Shoppers never expected to see a fast-food bag turned into a fashion accessory—but one retailer made it happen. A simple design twist turned a familiar logo into a must-have, and fans rushed to stores to get their hands on it. Now, the quirky buy has already sold out, leaving shoppers both...
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    AI fines are coming faster than you think—are senior drivers ready?

    Drivers in Western Australia had only weeks left before a new era of road enforcement began. For months, cameras had been watching—without handing down financial penalties. Now, the grace period was over, and fines were about to land. After a seven-month trial, AI-powered cameras were set...
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    You laughed, cried, saw him break barriers—this award-winning actor (73) leaves a hole in our hearts

    Graham Greene, the actor whose quiet power and captivating presence lit up screens for decades, has died aged 73. Fans and colleagues around the world mourn the loss of a trailblazer in Indigenous representation. His passing marks the end of an era in both film and television. Greene earned...
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    Mum reclaims her rights after shocking overseas store response—here’s how you can fight back too!

    Melbourne mum Kelly Arvan had been excited to receive a designer-style dress she ordered online. When the parcel finally arrived, it was nothing like she expected. What happened next left her frustrated and outraged. Arvan had ordered a $253 purple and yellow maxi dress, expecting the...
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    Woolworths and Coles just made a big change to your grandkids’ favourite drinks

    The humble soy sauce fish is swimming into history. From lunch boxes to sushi platters, millions of Australians will soon have to say goodbye to these iconic little plastic containers. But the changes don’t stop there—juice boxes are also getting a major makeover. South Australia became...
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    Aussie teen declares himself president—could you do the same if given unclaimed land?

    A teenager from Melbourne stumbled across a forgotten patch of land in Europe and decided to turn it into a country. Now, six years later, that wild idea has snowballed into a full-blown nation-building experiment—complete with citizens, passports, and political drama. But the ‘president’ of...
  11. Maan

    Urgent health alert! THIS common spray worsening night-time breathing problems

    A common household product has left some Australians feeling trapped in a cycle they never expected. What starts as instant relief can spiral into restless nights, mounting anxiety, and a desperate search for the next dose. For some, it is not drugs or alcohol—just a simple over-the-counter...
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    Coles and Woolies dragged to court—here's what it means for your weekly shop

    Coles and Woolworths were set to face major courtroom battles that could change the way Australians see supermarket discounts. After years of speculation, a Federal Court decision had cleared the way for shoppers to take on the retail giants. At the heart of the case were claims that customers...
  13. Maan

    Car recalls aren’t new—but this one could affect how safe you feel getting in

    Thousands of Tesla drivers have been warned about a hidden danger in their vehicles. A fault buried in the software could put unsuspecting passengers at risk. And this isn’t the first time Tesla owners have faced a recall over window safety. More than 7300 of the 2025 Tesla Model Y cars in...
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    Soy sauce fish are gone—so why are we still stuck with messy plastic?

    South Australians picking up sushi may have noticed something missing from their takeaway bag. Those familiar soy sauce fish containers have quietly disappeared, replaced by sachets that many customers say are just as wasteful. But behind the switch lies a bigger battle over the future of...
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    Think your weekly shop has been unfairly expensive? These suppliers allegedly made sure of it

    Four of Australia’s biggest fruit and vegetable suppliers were accused of secretly plotting to inflate supermarket prices—leaving shoppers unknowingly paying more at the checkout. The case has landed ALDI in the spotlight, despite the chain itself not being accused of any wrongdoing. Now, the...
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    From Kath & Kim laughter to hospital struggles—this celebrity opens up about her cancer battle

    Magda Szubanski has shared a moving message from her hospital bed as she faced stage four cancer treatment. The much-loved Kath & Kim actress revealed she had been touched by the kindness of a young fan during one of her toughest moments. Her candid update gave supporters a raw glimpse into...
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    'Another 10 years?': Why couples over 60 are getting married again

    Some love stories are too good for just one celebration. Some couples wait decades to say the words again, surrounded by family and friends who have witnessed their journey. The joy is in the rediscovery, the intimacy, the shared laughter that only time can deepen. There's something beautifully...
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    You can beat bathroom mould with this $2 Kmart find—here’s how

    Keeping your bathroom spotless can feel like a never-ending battle. Every shower leaves damp surfaces that seem to invite mould no matter what you do. But one simple, cheap tool could change everything. Professional cleaner Jason Shipway, owner of Enhanced Cleaning, revealed easy ways to...
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    Time’s up for dodgy property guides! How homebuyers use AI to spot underquoting

    Some secrets in Sydney's property market have been hiding in plain sight for years. Buyers have long suspected they were being misled—but proof was hard to come by. Now, a new tool promises to shine a light on one of the industry's dirtiest tricks. A buyer's agent hailed a groundbreaking...
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    Fined $237,000 for hiring someone to remove a century-old tree—fair punishment or too harsh?

    A century-old tree vanished from a Newport backyard, leaving neighbours and council officials shocked. The homeowner claimed she had no other option, but authorities saw it as a blatant disregard for the law. Now, the consequences have reached a staggering sum that few could have anticipated...
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