SportKiwis to host our State of OriginThe State of Origin has always been a battle for glory between two Australian states, but now the game is travelling overseas for the first time in 40 years. Find out why Origin is heading to NZ
VIDEOSpaceAstronauts journey to next frontierHumanity’s history of space travel will get a modern makeover as NASA launches its most ambitious moon mission in over 50 years with four astronauts taking diversity to the far side of the moon
SportAussies to shine at Winter GamesThe Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics are almost here, kicking off on February 6, and these top Australian athletes have the podium firmly in sight. Find out which Aussies could be taking home gold
VIDEOAnimalsGreat white shark a playful puppy?A great white shark has stunned two Australian fishermen by spending two hours rubbing against their boat, being handfed and even being accepting a pat on the head like an domestic pet
NewsTeen’s heroic swim saves familyA teenage boy has been praised for his ‘superhuman’ courage after he swam 4km to shore to save his mum and little brothers when they were all swept out to sea off the coast of WA
SportBradman’s rare cap sells for $460kThe baggy green cap of cricketing icon Sir Donald Bradman has sold for a motza at an Australia Day auction – but have you ever wondered why ‘The Don’ is such an enduring Aussie legend?
SpaceHave we found a second Earth?Astronomers say they have found a potentially habitable planet that is very much like Earth, however, there is one major difference that could make living there a little less appealing
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The Bee is now overWinners of the 2025 National Final have been announced – congratulations, brilliant Bees!
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ExplainersStay safe from sharks this seasonIt’s scary when there’s a shark attack on the news – but these are very rare. The best way to stay safe is arming yourself with the facts. Here are some top tips to reduce risk when ocean swimming
ExplainersWhat scrolling does to your brainEver wondered why you struggle to put down your device? A neuroscientist has revealed why social media is so addictive – and how it could be reshaping young brains for the worse
MoneyMeet Gen Alpha money-makersGen Alpha is the new breed of Australian entrepreneur, already nipping at the heels of Gen Z and Millennials – so how are kids and teens smashing the avocado crowd and making real money?
HistoryFire-starters change human historyNew evidence of humans deliberately making fire up to 350,000 years earlier than previously thought has lit up a team of British scientists – find out why fire was such a species game-changer
VIDEOAnimalsMeet Zoo’s hand-raised giraffe calfVisitors to an Australian zoo have caught a rare glimpse of one of the world’s tallest animals at its very smallest after a baby giraffe was debuted one month after its birth. WATCH THE VIDEO
Animals‘Drop crocs’ roamed AustraliaAncient crocodiles that may have ambushed prey by dropping from trees have been identified through fossilised eggshells found in Queensland, suggesting a prehistoric predator ready to pounce
EnvironmentNew plan for Aussie beach safetyThe first phase of a plan to make Australian waters safer and reduce shark risk at our beaches is being rolled out in one state. Learn how sharks can be spotted early and how lives can be saved
VIDEOAnimalsDouble puggles out of troubleA couple of curious wildlife cases have found their way to an Australian wildlife hospital, with not one but two echidna puggles now receiving plenty of TLC after their dramatic survival
VIDEOSportAlcaraz wins the Australian OpenSpanish tennis ace Carlos Alcaraz has made history to become the youngest man to claim a career Grand Slam, denying Novak Djokovic what would have been his 25th championship win
SportOscar turns attention to the AshesOscar Piastri’s F1 championship dreams did not come true this year – but the Australian has found a silver lining heading into 2026 that is perfectly timed for his return home for Christmas
VIDEOSportKerr’s return to Matildas greatnessSam Kerr has delivered an impressive performance with the Matildas as they thrashed New Zealand 2-0, bringing renewed hope to Tillies fans ahead of next year’s Asian Cup
VIDEOSportBoomers’ World Cup bid beginsAustralian basketball has a new hero after Davo Hickey nailed a buzzer-beating three pointer to seal an epic World Cup qualifier over New Zealand as the Tall Blacks toppled at home at the death
ExplainersBest and worst breakfast cerealsHow well do you start your day? Did you know your morning bowl may be packed with sugar and not keep you full? Experts ranked popular boxed breakfasts as choices to embrace or avoid
VIDEOEnvironmentEerie New York snowscape stunsAmerica’s polar vortex froze the Hudson River and turned New York City into an Arctic landscape – see the incredible scenes that transformed the world’s most famous city as big clean up begins
VIDEOSociety and CultureWhat was 1960s Australia like?Remarkable footage showcasing life in Australia in the 1960s – used as a ‘marketing tool’ to attract more British migrants – has been restored in 4K – but does it really reflect the way we were?
ArtsWhat’s on these summer holidaysThe festive season is finally here and there’s plenty of magic happening across the country. Here are some of our favourite things to do and see in each state and territory across Australia
