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Assistant Treasurer Daniel Mulino has hit out at critics of housing tax changes, accusing them of exaggerating the property downturn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brighton Grammar School students egged homes and cars across the upmarket suburb during Muck-Up Day celebrations on Thursday evening, targeting innocent bayside residents. The school has addressed the matter directly with the students involved, who are apologising and offering to assist residents with the clean-up. The incident has prompted the school to take action regarding the inappropriate Muc...

A new laser scanner is being used in Australian hospitals to check breast tissue during surgery, producing detailed images in 15 minutes instead of five to seven days. The technology allows surgeons to immediately detect any remaining cancer cells and perform additional tissue removal during the same operation. Studies in Europe show the scanner can reduce the need for repeat breast-conserving sur...

A gunman remains at large more than 48 hours after executing Iraqi refugee Ali Albadri inside his Wollert home in a suspected contract killing. New CCTV footage shows the hitman also fired shots at two young men who had approached a stolen car parked outside the victim's property, forcing them to flee. Albadri had links to crime boss Kaz Hamad and Victoria's illicit tobacco trade, with investigato...

A fatal light plane crash near Scone Aerodrome in the Upper Hunter has claimed two lives, including 58-year-old Revel Downing from Western Australia and a 63-year-old man. Flight data reveals the kit-built aircraft climbed to 145 metres before losing speed and altitude, entering an uncontrollable spin and crashing seconds later. The plane had only recently been sold, and Downing was known as an av...

A family in Cobden, including a father and two children, were forced to flee their home after an arsonist set it alight in an act of retribution for assisting police with another investigation. The firebombing occurred eight months ago, with the family reportedly providing information about a shooting of a woman on their street that led to a 26-year-old man's arrest. Police have released CCTV foot...

A 15-year-old golden retriever named Weasel has regained his mobility and strength through Pilates exercises after suddenly losing the ability to walk properly. His owner Jillian Loustaunau, a Pilates instructor in Hawaii, adapted physical therapy movements into Pilates routines using reformer machines, exercise balls, and household items like stairs and couches. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Connor Curran demonstrates two variations of tzatziki from his debut cookbook, featuring a classic recipe learned from his yiayia (grandmother) and a modern beetroot version. The key technique involves draining grated cucumber and yoghurt overnight in coffee filters to achieve a thick, creamy consistency, then mixing with dill, garlic, lemon zest and olive oil. The beetroot variation adds a colour...

Ford Millinery designer Chantelle Ford provides expert tips for wearing hats and headpieces at horse racing events. She advises racegoers to choose larger, bolder headwear than they might initially feel comfortable with, and to practice positioning at home for the best photographs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has addressed questions about being used as a scapegoat during a summit in Brussels, amid escalating tensions with the United States. The rift between the two nations has intensified after Donald Trump criticised Zelenskyy as a disgrace for continuing strikes on Russian oil targets following Trump's deal with Vladimir Putin to secure Russian diesel. See omnyst...

Anthony Albanese's cabinet has only three ministers out of 23 with small business experience, sparking debate about whether politicians need real-world work experience beyond party politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Pay Back a Friend Day prompts discussion about the social etiquette of lending money to friends and settling debts. Created by the Bank of America in 2017, the day puts personal boundaries around friends who avoid paying bills in the spotlight. Opinions range from refusing to tolerate such behaviour, to debating appropriate thresholds for requesting repayment. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia was dismissed after just five days in the role, following a difficult first press briefing and revelations about false claims regarding her legal credentials. Suzanne Mostyn and Justin Smith debate whether she was treated harshly or simply lacked the capacity for the demanding role. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Everest horse race at Randwick features Hong Kong superstar Ka Ying Rising as the favourite, despite concerns about the horse's performance on heavy tracks. Rain throughout the week in Sydney has created challenging track conditions, though some competitors such as Tempted and Joliestar may benefit from the wet weather. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Wallabies winger Mark Nawaqanitawase is heading to Japan to join rugby union club Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights on a deal reportedly worth $1.5 million a season, opting out of the Wallabies’ spring tour. Despite Nawaqanitawase's eligibility to play for Fiji or Italy through family heritage, speculation centres on his future with the Australian national team. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Samoa's rugby league team achieved their greatest ever victory, defeating France 78-4 in a dominant display. The lopsided scoreline highlights the gap between the top five rugby league nations (Australia, New Zealand, Tonga, Samoa amd England) and other competing countries in international tournaments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian women's rugby league team, the Jillaroos, dominated their opening World Cup match against Samoa with a 40-0 victory. Ali Brigginshaw and Jocelyn Kelleher delivered standout performances for the three-time defending champions, who displayed superior physicality and attacking prowess. Despite having only 40 per cent possession, Samoa showed strong defensive resilience in a highly phys...

While undergoing treatment for lung cancer at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, Pope Leo has successfully negotiated with Russian President Vladimir Putin to open a humanitarian aid corridor into the Ukrainian town of Oreshki. The town's residents have been forced to navigate mine-strewn paths to access basic necessities like food and water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump's press secretary Katie Zacharia has been removed from her position after just five days, setting a new record for the shortest tenure at the White House. A 37-year-old man is fighting for life after being mauled and dragged off a bike track by two loose pit bulls near Westfield Chermside in Brisbane's north just after 6pm on Friday. A couple travelling from Santiago through Melbourne...

A couple travelling from Santiago through Melbourne's Tullamarine Airport has been arrested in Denpasar, Bali, accused of smuggling 4.59kg of cocaine worth $2 million. The Chilean nationals allegedly concealed the drugs before boarding their Jetstar flight. Drug trafficking offences in Bali carry potential death penalty sentences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The peak body for small business has criticised Anthony Albanese's cabinet for lacking business ownership experience, revealing only three of 23 ministers were small business owners before election. Critics argue the government needs to improve consultation with small business operators, particularly as card payment issues cause frustration among business owners. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

US President Donald Trump's press secretary Katie Zacharia has been removed from her position after just five days, making it the shortest tenure in White House history. Her first press briefing drew widespread criticism for being awkward and brief, taking only three questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 37-year-old man is fighting for life after being mauled and dragged off a bike track by two loose pit bulls near Westfield Chermside in Brisbane's north just after 6pm on Friday. Police launched a major operation using a helicopter and loudspeakers to warn residents to stay indoors, successfully capturing one dog around 8pm while the second pit bull remains at large. See omnystudio.com/listener...

A coronial inquest into the death of 17-year-old Ben Austin, who died after being hit in the neck by a cricket ball during training at Ferntree Gully in October last year, has concluded without formal recommendations for changes to the game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Security staff at Sydney Airport are conducting industrial action with strikes from 6-10am and 5-9pm, causing potential disruptions for travellers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.