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Bali is about to become a little simpler to navigate for international travellers—but only if you know the new rules. Confusion at the airport could cost time and patience, so tourists are being urged to plan ahead. From 1 September, a major change will affect every visitor stepping off the...

Retiree ‘tricked’ out of $140,746 as more Aussies fall victim to scams A Tasmanian retiree thought he had stumbled across a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Instead, he lost the savings he had been putting aside to build a granny flat. Now, his story serves as a warning to others as scammers...

A nightmare unfolded mid-air when passengers on a Virgin flight from Bali to Brisbane found themselves without functioning toilets. What began as a standard six-hour journey quickly spiralled into humiliation for those on board. By the time the plane reached cruising altitude, the reality of...

The desert nights in Alice Springs could freeze through walls thinner than blankets, leaving families to shiver with every passing hour. For some, the simple act of turning on a heater had become a calculation between hunger and comfort. In the Northern Territory, warmth itself had quietly...

Centrelink’s payment system was about to change—and recipients had been told to expect some noticeable differences. From early September, the way debit and credit card payments were processed was set for an overhaul. Services Australia warned people that extra steps could soon appear whenever...

Swallowing seemed simple until one mother’s experience with her newborn revealed just how fragile this process could be. Her daughter struggled to feed, coughing and sputtering despite every precaution. A chilling diagnosis changed their lives forever. The baby had caught RSV and stopped...

When childhood friendships clash with wedding planning, tensions can flare in unexpected ways. UK bride-to-be Chloe Cotterell discovered this firsthand when one of her ten bridesmaids made a request that left her completely speechless. The internet quickly erupted over the drama that unfolded...

Every day in Australia, 273 people ended up in hospital because of a fall. For many, it was just another number—but for Australians over 65, the risk loomed far larger. A single misstep could change a life in an instant. Falls were confirmed as Australia’s leading cause of injury...

Aussies are doing a double take at stores across the country as Christmas decorations appear on shelves months earlier than expected. Some shoppers are thrilled, others are wondering if it’s too soon. Either way, the festive season is creeping up fast—and it’s only August. Christmas stock...

The chilly months are finally fading, and Australians are packing away their winter warmers. With sunnier days ahead, the focus has turned to weekends at the park, the beach, and outdoor catch-ups with friends. And one colourful Kmart find has quickly become the season’s must-have. Aussie...

An Australian-made creation was preparing to make history far beyond Earth. Nicknamed Roo-ver, the robot was set to become the first Moon rover designed and built in the country. The mission promised to place Australia at the forefront of international space exploration. NASA tasked the...

McDonald’s latest expansion plans have sparked outrage in one of Sydney’s most exclusive suburbs. Residents launched a fierce battle against the fast food giant, warning the proposal would destroy the character of their neighbourhood. Now, locals say they have claimed a rare victory against a...

Dead and dying turtles have been appearing along the Port Stephens coastline, leaving locals shaken and experts searching for answers. The animals show alarming symptoms, but no one yet knows why they are falling ill. Three more turtles were recently discovered—two already dead and one...

Suncorp’s loyal customers thought they were being rewarded for sticking around. Instead, they may have been paying more than newcomers for the same cover. Now, one of Australia’s biggest law firms is preparing to take the insurance giant to court. Slater and Gordon announced an...

Your morning hair routine might be quietly harming your health. That familiar ritual of reaching for a straightener or curling iron could expose you to toxic particles at levels comparable to a busy highway. Scientists are now raising alarms over what’s really in the air when you style your...

Standing in the supermarket cheese aisle can feel like a puzzle that never ends. Shelves are stacked with blocks, crumbles, and tubs that all promise creamy perfection. But which feta—or fetta—is really worth your money? Before you grab the most expensive pack, it helps to understand what...

For many Australian seniors, social media has become a lifeline to family and friends. But behind every like, comment, and shared memory lurked a growing threat. Could your account be at risk without you even knowing? With more than 1.9 million users over 65 in Australia, social media was...

Imagine opening a wedding invitation only to discover a list of banned colours longer than a grocery receipt. Your heart sank as you realised your carefully chosen outfit was forbidden. Suddenly, what should have been an exciting celebration felt more like a test you might fail. The...

Apple users discovered that a little-known feature on their iPhone could reveal whether someone was snooping on their private conversations. At the heart of this feature was a hidden code that acted like a digital fingerprint for every iMessage chat. If the codes between two people matched...

Australia's biggest bank is once again in hot water for lending money to someone whose spending patterns screamed 'gambling problem.' But this isn't just another isolated incident—it's part of a concerning pattern that raises serious questions about whether our major banks are truly protecting...