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Shoppers hit Boxing Day sales amid record spending prediction The Australian Retailers Association is predicting a 4 per cent rise in spending in the Boxing Day sales, despite tough economic conditions.

Shoppers hit Boxing Day sales amid record spending prediction

The Australian Retailers Association is predicting a 4 per cent rise in spending in the Boxing Day sales, despite tough economic conditions.

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Live: The countdown is on to the start of the 80th Sydney to Hobart The world-famous Sydney to Hobart yacht race is set to begin on Sydney Harbour in the 80th edition of the blue water classic. Follow all the action in our live blog.

Master Lock Comanche takes Sydney to Hobart lead, with multiple retirements on day one

Master Lock Comanche takes over from LawConnect late on day one of the Sydney to Hobart, as tough conditions take their toll on the fleet, forcing ...

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Plan to dismantle damaged crane over Gold Coast caravan park could take days Holiday-makers spent Christmas night in temporary accommodation after a crane damaged in a Gold Coast storm caused authorities to evacuate several streets around Southport.

Emergency exclusion zone around collapsed crane to stay in place until Tuesday

Holiday-makers spent Christmas night in temporary accommodation after a crane damaged in a Gold Coast storm caused authorities to evacuate several ...

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Thousands of hectares burnt in Boddington fire with winds set to escalate The Department of Fire and Emergency Services says the fire's behaviour is erratic, with a serious risk of spot fires presented by embers.

Boddington gold mine damaged by fire burning south-east of Perth

The bushfire has burnt through more than 4,000 hectares.

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Facilities not up to scratch for fishers in Pilbara boating town Female fishers say the lack of toilet facilities at Karratha boat ramps does not cater for the increasing number of women on the water. 

Facilities not up to scratch for fishers in Pilbara boating town

Female fishers say the lack of toilet facilities at Karratha boat ramps does not cater for the increasing number of women on the water.

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Putin critic and pro-war activist jailed by Russian court Sergei Udaltsov, the leader of the Left Front movement that opposes President Vladimir Putin, was arrested last year.

Putin critic and pro-war activist jailed by Russian court

Sergei Udaltsov, the leader of the Left Front movement that opposes President Vladimir Putin, was arrested last year.

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Christmas Day roadside breath test ends in pedestrian hit-and-run A pedestrian has been taken to hospital after a hit-and-run in Tasmania's north west following a roadside breath-test evade. 

Unaccompanied L-plater involved in pedestrian hit-and-run, police allege

A 23-year-old driver in a hit-and-run on Christmas Day following a roadside breath-test evasion in Tasmania's north west has been charged by police.

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Scott Boland's journey from one of the least glamorous Victorian club sides to an Ashes hero Victorian fast bowler Scott Boland took 6-7 to rout England for 68 and secure Australia an unassailable 3-0 lead in the Ashes, but the tourists' batting woes stretch well beyond this Ashes series, writes Russell Jackson. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-26/scott-boland-ashes-debut-mcg-boxing-day-exposes-england-batting/106152648

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Feeding the hungry in the car park of a suburban swimming pool For almost six years, Aunty's Free Feeds has been serving home-cooked meals to anybody who needs them from a pop-up buffet in the car park of a swimming pool. 

Feeding the hungry in the car park of a suburban swimming pool

For almost six years, Aunty's Free Feeds has been serving home-cooked meals to anybody who needs them from a pop-up buffet in the car park of a swi...

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Breaking: Boddington bushfire escalates amid 40C heat and gusty winds A bushfire threatening the town of Boddington, south-east of Perth, has intensified as firefighters battle to contain the blaze on a hot and gusty 40-degree Celsius Christmas Day. 

Boddington locals urged to 'leave immediately' as fire approaches

Several bushfires burning north and south of Perth have caused major power blackouts, including the entire town of Margaret River.

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Will the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ really help me sleep? This arrangement allows couples to continue sleeping together while meeting each person's individual needs.

Will the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ really help me sleep?

This arrangement allows couples to continue sleeping together while meeting each person's individual needs.

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Charity, church services and cheer as Australians give back on Christmas Day Australians have marked another Christmas Day with solemnity and celebration, with churches full and beaches packed.  

Charity, church services and cheer as Australians give back on Christmas Day

Australians have marked another Christmas Day with solemnity and celebration, with churches full and beaches packed.

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Australia opts for all-pace bowling attack for Boxing Day Test With up to 10mm of grass on the MCG pitch, Australia has opted for a bold and historic option and left out offspinner Todd Murphy.

Australia opts for all-pace bowling attack for Boxing Day Test

With up to 10mm of grass on the MCG pitch, Australia has opted for a bold and historic option and left out offspinner Todd Murphy.

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How Mackay's Filipino community maintains connection Music, food and a festive mood are what make a Filipino Christmas Mass unique, according to organisers of a north Queensland Simbang Gabi celebration.

How Mackay's Filipino community maintains connection

Music, food and a festive mood are what make a Filipino Christmas Mass unique, according to organisers of a north Queensland Simbang Gabi celebration.

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As old-school camera repairers retire, what's the future of film? As film photography surges in popularity among younger generations, technicians who repair analogue cameras are retiring, raising concerns it will become a dying art.   

As old-school camera repairers retire, what's the future of film?

As film photography surges in popularity among younger generations, technicians who repair analogue cameras are retiring, raising concerns it will ...

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Melbourne police investigate 'Happy Chanukah' car firebombing Authorities were called to a St Kilda East residence about 3am, where a car with a sign celebrating the Jewish holiday had been set alight.

PM, Jewish leaders condemn apparent firebombing of Hanukkah car

Authorities were called to a St Kilda East residence about 3am, where a car with a sign celebrating the Jewish holiday had been set alight.

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How a nursing home tackled racism by celebrating culture In 2024 a nurse reported racist abuse from some residents and family members. A year later, instances of abuse have plummeted and staff say it is because of a new program promoting respect.

How a nursing home tackled racism by celebrating culture

In 2024 a nurse reported racist abuse from some residents and family members. A year later, instances of abuse have plummeted and staff say it is b...

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In sport, music and even maths, finding 'the zone' is a beautiful thing There is a state of mind athletes talk about when they are totally absorbed in the moment and the actions of their sport. 

In sport, music and even maths, finding 'the zone' is a beautiful thing

There is a state of mind athletes talk about when they are totally absorbed in the moment and the actions of their sport.

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Second-hand fashion is big business, but is it helping the planet? The rising popularity of second-hand and vintage fashion has been viewed as an opportunity to reduce fast fashion consumption; however, Australia remains one of the world's highest waste producers.

How second-hand shopping could be fuelling consumption

The rising popularity of second-hand and vintage fashion has been viewed as an opportunity to reduce fast fashion consumption; however, Australia r...

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What you need to know before you buy lab-grown versus natural diamonds Diamonds are generally considered a luxury asset that holds its value, but the emergence of laboratory-grown diamonds in the jewellery industry over recent years could challenge that belief.

Diamonds might be forever, but lab-grown ones tend to lose their value

Diamonds are generally considered a luxury asset that holds its value, but the emergence of laboratory-grown diamonds in the jewellery industry ove...