Sunrise

Hannah Ferguson, founder of a major independent news platform, has announced her candidacy to challenge Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for the seat of Graindler at the next federal election. Ferguson, a local resident born in the electorate, criticises Albanese's 30-year tenure and accuses him of being beholden to gambling and fossil fuel lobbies. Her campaign focuses on gas export taxation, gamb...

Miniature donkeys Humphrey and Mabel live at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane. These intelligent animals possess remarkable memories that allow them to remember faces and potentially hold grudges. The sanctuary has successfully trained them using target training techniques, which enables handlers to move them voluntarily and reward positive behaviours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Iona Anderson wins gold for Australia in the women's 100 metres backstroke final in Glasgow, overtaking Canadian leader Kylie Mars in the final 25 metres. Anderson, who has Scottish heritage, demonstrated dynamic stroke work and strong underwater technique throughout the race. Hannah Fredericks also competed for Australia, showing a strong start and different racing strategy. See omnystudio.com/li...

Australian swimmer Cam McEvoy wins gold in the 50-metre freestyle at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, completing his collection of major swimming titles after a 12-year journey that saw him finish silver in the same pool in 2012. McEvoy revolutionised his training approach by reducing his weekly swimming distance from 30 kilometres to just 1.5 kilometres while significantly increasing strength t...

American Express is committing up to $2 million in grants to support Australian small businesses, offering 50 grants of $20,000 each, with potential for another 50 grants based on customer purchases made with Amex cards at small businesses between the first and seventh. A new Amex survey reveals Australia's favourite small business shopping destinations, with South Melbourne topping the list, foll...

Jake Spear, former Home and Away actor, has been cast in the lead role of the Australian premiere of Mrs. Doubtfire the musical, playing both Mrs. Doubtfire and Daniel Hillard. The West End production will debut at Melbourne's Princess Theatre in November 2025 before moving to Sydney in March 2026. The musical is based on the beloved 1993 film starring Robin Williams, with Spear undergoing a three...

Tom Holland and Zendaya discuss their decade-long journey with the Spider-Man franchise as they promote the fourth instalment, 'A Brand New Day'. The film picks up from the previous movie where a spell made the world forget Peter Parker's identity, exploring themes of anonymity and fame. Holland reflects on the privilege of working with people he loves while growing up together through the franchi...

Australia's unemployment rate remains steady at 4.4 per cent, with 76,000 new jobs added to the economy and increased workforce participation. CEOs are increasingly choosing to retrain existing staff in AI and technology skills rather than hiring new workers, with EY reporting twice as many organisations committing to reskilling programmes. The demand for AI capabilities is reshaping workforce req...

Australian swimmers dominate at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with multiple gold medals, including victories by Cam McEvoy, Lani Pallister, Iona Anderson, Tim Hodge, and the men's 4x200m relay team. Cam McEvoy's self-designed training method proves successful after doubts from the swimming community, while Tim Hodge wins gold in the 100m backstroke following his role as King's baton bearer. Di...

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended an exclusive dinner at a $40 million Sydney harbourside home owned by the son of a Chinese billionaire who is accused of funnelling money from China into Australian bank accounts and is subject to a tax office security claim. The Australian Financial Review reported that a $1 million donation to the Labor Party was promised at the dinner, prompting criticis...

Running for Resilience is a Canberra-based initiative founded by Wallabies and Brumbies legend Ben Alexander, 2026 ACT Local Hero, with the goal of making Canberra suicide-free. The organisation hosts various community events including running, yoga, pickleball, tennis, stand-up paddleboarding, and other activities designed to bring people together and reduce stigma around mental health conversati...

Almost half of all dementia cases could be prevented through lifestyle modifications, according to a new World Health Organisation report. Key preventative measures include avoiding soft drinks, limiting alcohol to four standard drinks per week, eliminating artificial sweeteners, and steering clear of toxic relationships and social isolation. Beneficial practices include eating whole foods like be...

Social media companies are allegedly deliberately flouting Australia's laws designed to protect teenagers from social media access, with whistleblowers claiming they seek court battles to overturn the bans. The companies reportedly want to challenge the legislation on grounds of whether they're taking reasonable steps to keep children off their platforms. Australia's communication minister has vow...

Ricotta gnocchi is made from scratch using flour, ricotta, and parmesan cheese, combined with a kale pesto made from Tuscan kale, pine nuts, parmesan, and olive oil. Chef Jamie Gannon demonstrates how to mix the dough, roll it into ropes, cut it into pillows, and cook the gnocchi in boiling water until it floats. The dish is finished by tossing the cooked gnocchi with kale pesto and pasta water. S...

Gulguer National Park is being established west of Bringelly in Sydney's west, spanning an area more than three times the size of Centennial Park. The park will provide habitat for 28 threatened species and preserve Aboriginal rock art and artefacts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Ramani, a world-renowned psychologist with over 2 million online followers, explains narcissistic personality traits including low empathy, entitlement, manipulation and gaslighting. She discusses early warning signs such as blame-shifting, difficulty tolerating frustration, and how these relationships leave people feeling confused and self-blaming. While personality change is difficult, she em...

Australian swimmer Lani Pallister has won gold in the 200 metre freestyle and silver in the 400 metre freestyle at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with the 1500 and 800 metre events still to come. Her mother Janelle Pallister, herself a gold medallist at the 1990 Commonwealth Games and former Olympian, discusses watching her daughter's races and the dedication required to reach elite competitio...

Dr Helena Popovic joins the Sunrise crew discussing measures that can be taken to prevent dementia. The advice from the WHO includes avoiding soft drink, toxic relationships and social isolation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of motorbike riders take the streets of the Gold Coast today commemorating Jack Beasley and raising awareness against knife violence. The ride honours the life of Beasley who was fatally stabbed in December 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media companies are reportedly defying Australia's under-16 age ban by deliberately ignoring the law and preparing for potential court challenges, using tactics similar to those employed by the tobacco industry. Industry whistleblowers claim 80% of children under 16 are still accessing social media platforms despite the ban. A US university has launched an undergraduate major in content cre...

Australia dominates the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a commanding lead at the top of the medal tally, achieving 23 medals compared to England's 15. Australian athletes deliver outstanding performances including Sam Short's gold in the men's 400-metre freestyle with a 1-2-3 podium sweep, Molly O'Callaghan's victory in the 200-metre freestyle, and the Diamonds' 61-point win over Tonga in netba...

Golden retrievers gather annually at Broadwater Parklands on the Gold Coast for a community event where owners and dog enthusiasts can meet and spend time with the breed. The weather forecast covers conditions across Australian capital cities, with Brisbane reaching 21 degrees and sunny conditions, while other cities experience varied weather including fog in Canberra and showers in Adelaide and P...

Australia secured 20 medals in the first two days of swimming competition at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, including nine gold medals. Notable performances included a clean sweep of the men's 400m freestyle podium, Molly O'Callaghan winning the women's 200m freestyle, and Sam Williamson claiming gold in the breaststroke just 12 months after a serious knee injury that left him unable to walk....

Queensland has recorded its first case of H5 bird flu after a deceased petrel washed up on Moreton Island tested positive for the virus. The sample has been sent to CSIRO laboratories for confirmation by the federal government, with results expected in several days. State authorities have contacted poultry farmers across Queensland and increased biosecurity measures, while advising the public that...

Barry Gray from the Pipers of Distinction performs traditional Scottish bagpipes on Australian breakfast television ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Gray and his group of 62 musicians are departing for Glasgow to compete in the World Championships, having spent 18 months fundraising and preparing for the trip. The performance celebrates Scotland's cultural presence at the Commonwealth Games a...