Sunrise

Morgan Evans joins the judging panel of Australian Idol alongside Marcia Hines and Amy Shark, replacing Kyle Sandilands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Australia is considering a proposal to seize and crush illegal e-bikes, following similar initiatives in Queensland, Western Australia and New South Wales. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin Patterson's legal team is challenging her murder convictions on seven grounds, including claims that jury sequestration was compromised when jurors stayed in the same hotel as prosecution and media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dreamworld on the Gold Coast is investing nearly $200 million in new attractions, with Lost Mine Mayhem set to open in the second half of 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia faces an elevated bushfire risk across almost every state heading into spring, with dry landscapes increasing fuel loads and El Niño threatening to create dangerous conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online shopping scams have increased by 33% since the start of the year, driven by criminals using AI technology to create more sophisticated fake websites, phishing emails and fraudulent online stores. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Mac is at Precizion Dance in Adelaide! Precizion Dance is a dance school in Adelaide founded 15 years ago, offering classes for students aged 3 through to adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole Kidman has shared photos from a family holiday in Iceland, where she travelled on a superyacht with her two daughters and sister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prince Harry is reportedly planning to return to the UK every few months following a positive meeting with King Charles in July, which included Meghan and their children. The reconciliation efforts with his father appear promising, though relations with Prince William remain strained ahead of the 30th anniversary of Princess Diana's death next year. Harry is confirmed to visit the UK in coming wee...

Robert Irwin made Logie Awards history as the youngest ever host of the ceremony, also winning the Most Popular Presenter award. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Country Practice, the iconic Australian television drama, has been inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 5,000 little penguins in Victoria are receiving their first of two bird flu vaccinations in a world-first effort to protect the state's famous colonies at Phillip Island and St Kilda. The vaccination program comes after the detection of an infected penguin death, with conservation groups expressing concerns about potential risks to the broader population. The vaccine has been trialled on...

New South Wales is implementing strict gun laws and Australia's largest gun buyback in 30 years, requiring more than a quarter of a million weapons to be surrendered and destroyed across the state. The reforms, introduced in response to the Bondi terror attack, will affect the state's 50,000 licence holders. NSW Opposition Leader Mark Speakman criticises the measures as a half-baked solution that...

Eighteen-year-old Lily Hooper has been missing since Wednesday after setting off for a hike in Nattai National Park in the New South Wales Southern Highlands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Nation proposes allowing Australians earlier access to their superannuation to help with cost of living pressures. Pauline Hanson argues current rules are too rigid, while debate centres on whether early access would ultimately shift retirement costs to taxpayers. The discussion also covers a $1.2 billion superannuation theft case involving First Guardian and Shield, with questions raised abou...

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson argues that sexuality should be kept 'behind closed doors', prompting a response from Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO who states the event is 'a party, a protest and a promise'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Car insurance premiums in Australia have increased by approximately 8 percent over the past 12 months, running at twice the rate of inflation. The rising costs are driven by more expensive vehicle repairs due to advanced safety technology, sensors and cameras in newer cars, combined with claim rates that have surged 47 percent in the past five years. ASIC recommends contacting insurers before acce...

Sam Mac goes missing before the weather segment, prompting Georgia Costi to fill in at the last minute after being called from her hotel near the Logies red carpet. Sam is eventually found helping pack up the Logies red carpet, claiming he was doing manual labour the whole time. The segment features playful banter between the hosts as they deliver the weather forecast while Sam continues working w...

Disney's The Lion King musical performs the iconic opening number 'Circle of Life' at Sydney's Capitol Theatre for a breakfast television special event. The production, which has been seen by 127 million people worldwide, is described as the number one musical in the world. Hundreds of Sunrise viewers attended the live performance as the sun rose over the venue. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Students across Australia are planning nationwide walkouts to protest One Nation policies, sparking debate about whether students should leave class for political demonstrations. Australian Air Force bases have experienced nearly 150 security breaches in one year, raising questions about national security and drone intrusions. The latest census has created household tensions over a question asking...

Robert Irwin discusses hosting the 66th TV Week Logie Awards after returning from a two-week crocodile research expedition in Cape York. The conservationist and Gold Logie nominee plans to bring his signature 'khaki attitude' to the ceremony and reflects on his father Steve Irwin's legacy at the Logies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An estimated 3.6 million Australians have experienced food hardship in the past six months, with food relief services reporting doubled demand. Coles has partnered with SecondBite and Foodbank to provide ongoing food donations, while awarding $60,000 to community champions helping feed Australians in need. The Coles Community Food Relief Appeal runs through to 1 September, with donations accepted...

A viral video shows a dog owner using reverse psychology to calm her pet's fear of the vacuum cleaner by scolding the appliance instead of the dog. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A plumber attempts to change his own car tyre but fails to secure the wheel properly, resulting in it falling off while driving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny from Sylvan, Victoria named her Australian Terrier puppy Shirvington after the Sunrise presenter of the same name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.