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Holy Family Emerton Junior School in Western Sydney has launched a Snack Pack initiative where students collect and prepare food packages for Vinnies Vans that feed homeless people in Western Sydney. The school principal explains the programme teaches students to appreciate what they have and give back to others through faith in action. Students also showcase their talents including hip-hop dancin...

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as the US launches its ninth consecutive night of missile attacks on Iran, while Tehran retaliates by striking American bases in Jordan and Kuwait. Three US soldiers have been confirmed dead, including 25-year-old Tyler Frihan from Hawaii and 19-year-old Isabella Gonzalez from Texas. President Donald Trump has warned Iran will pay severely for American casualti...

Rocky Glynn, at 10 years and five weeks old, has become the youngest person in the world to land a backflip on a conventional dirt bike off a full-size ramp. The young motocross rider, recognisable by his signature mullet, is heading to Pastranaland in America to ride with Travis Pastrana and the Nitro Circus team. Rocky's achievement required extensive practice and mental preparation, visualising...

Haggling and price negotiation can save Australian shoppers significant money on big-ticket items like electronics, travel, baby gear, sports equipment, tools and cars. Price tracking tools like ZYFT, BuyWisely and PriceRoo help consumers compare prices across thousands of Australian stores and determine if sales are genuine. Financial coach Betsy Westcott explains that timing, research and a frie...

A dangerous shoplifting trend called 'swarming' is escalating across Australia, where large groups of teenagers ambush retail stores, outnumbering workers and fleeing with stolen goods. Bottle shops, electronics stores and supermarkets are being targeted, with some businesses forced to lock their doors to prevent attacks. The trend is being driven by social media, with young offenders filming thei...

Gracie Abrams, daughter of Hollywood director J.J. Abrams, has released her new album 'Daughter from Hell' to rave reviews, earning two Grammy nominations and selling out Australian arenas. The pop star, who is dating Paul Mescal and is close friends with Taylor Swift, collaborated with Mescal on the track 'Imaginary Friend' for her latest album. Abrams discusses her album release, her rise to glo...

Broadcaster Derryn Hinch will be honoured with a state funeral in Melbourne, with hundreds of family and friends expected to attend. Ray Martin and Daryl Somers will lead the ceremony, featuring musical performances by Rhonda Burchmore and others. Actor Terry Donovan, father of Jason Donovan and prominent Australian television star known for Division 4 and Cop Shop, has passed away after an extrao...

Melbourne is experiencing an escalating wave of tobacco and alcohol-related violence, with authorities warning that a mafia-like criminal network known as 'the Commission' could target any type of business. Following the arrest of an alleged key player, the cartel issued a public message declaring operations would continue unchanged. Former Victoria Police detective Charlie Bazzina criticises the...

Tensions between the United States and Iran are escalating following the deaths of three American service members, with the ceasefire agreement effectively abandoned. The US is deploying F-16s and F-35s from Germany and Britain to the Middle East in response to Iranian actions, including attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz. International affairs experts warn of a dangerous cycle of tit-for-ta...

Pauline Hanson denies advocating for the White Australia policy after comments made on a UK far-right podcast linking migration issues to the policy's end in 1973. Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek and One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce debate Hanson's statements, immigration policy, and the deportation of illegal immigrants. Both parties agree illegal immigrants should be removed, with estimates...

Australians are taking a more conservative approach to their tax refunds this year, with three in ten already planning how to spend the money before it arrives. Research from ING shows 34% are topping up general savings, 24% are covering everyday essentials amid rising cost of living pressures, and 23% are building emergency funds. This represents a significant shift away from discretionary spendi...

Guide Dogs Australia trains Labrador puppies from eight weeks old to become working guide dogs through a 14-month programme. Volunteer puppy raisers provide 24/7 care in their homes, teaching basic obedience, house manners and socialisation skills before the dogs return for formal assessment. The organisation actively recruits puppy raisers through their website guidedogs.com.au, offering voluntee...

Prince Harry made a surprise appearance at Time 100's most influential people in sports event, walking the red carpet alongside major sporting figures. The Duke of Sussex was recognised for founding the International Invictus Games, a sporting competition for military service personnel and veterans worldwide. His appearance followed recent reports of a reunion with his father, King Charles. See om...

The United States has conducted a seventh consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran, with Iranian media reporting hits on bridges, a train station, and critical civilian infrastructure including power grids. President Donald Trump has threatened such strikes as leverage for peace deal negotiations, while the attacks continue to escalate. Trump departed for Manhattan to attend the World Cup final in...

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson defends her trip to Italy, which included attending a Dolce & Gabbana fashion show in Sicily and meeting with mining billionaire Gina Reinhart. She states the trip cost taxpayers nothing and accuses critics of double standards, noting six other MPs were also in Italy. The senator has faced criticism for the timing of her overseas travel during Australia's cost of l...

The Australian government has issued an urgent travel warning for Laos, citing concerns about the country's legal system and methanol poisoning risks. This follows the deaths of two Melbourne teenagers, Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, in late 2024, along with four other travellers who suffered methanol poisoning at a backpackers hostel. Danish authorities have been informed that the distillery owne...

Coles Mini Roos is a free grassroots football program for Australian children aged four to 12, teaching fundamental skills and promoting physical activity. Former Matildas player Michelle Heyman coaches young participants in Darwin, while chef Michael Weldon demonstrates healthy lunchbox preparation. The program focuses on building confidence, teamwork and leadership skills through football traini...

Australian Women's Weekly columnist Julie Goodwin demonstrates how to make a coconut cake with a brown sugar streusel crumble topping. The cake uses moist coconut flakes and coconut cream in the batter for extra moisture and flavour, topped with a crumble mixture of flour, coconut, brown sugar and melted butter. The dessert bakes for approximately 35 minutes at 170-180 degrees Celsius. See omnystu...

The families of Australian backpackers Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, both 19, who died from methanol poisoning in Laos, are calling on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to intervene after learning the likely maximum penalty for those responsible is one year in jail and a collective fine of $1,600 Australian dollars. The parents say this falls short of genuine justice and are urging the government t...

Henry Young, a 102-year-old Adelaide resident, plays tennis four times a week and recently hit the court with world number one Jannik Sinner. He attributes his longevity to wholesome thoughts, eating well, sleeping well, and surrounding himself with young friends who keep him active. A new podcast called Life Lessons interviews Australians over 100, including Henry, a former Spitfire pilot, to sha...

Coles has expanded its Flybuys pay-with-points offer, allowing shoppers to redeem between $10 and $100 in points at checkout in a single transaction, up from the previous $10-only increments. The change brings Coles in line with competitor Woolworths' Everyday Rewards programme, which already offered multiple redemption amounts. Both programmes maintain the same base earn rate of one point per dol...

Federal court documents reveal ARN Media alleges Jackie O Henderson threatened workplace harassment complaints to exit her contract, claiming she had no intention of pursuing formal proceedings. Henderson is seeking the full payout of her $100 million contract after allegedly being unfairly dismissed for refusing to work with co-host Kyle Sandilands. ARN's amended defence suggests Henderson sought...

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has dismissed media speculation about star ruckman Rowan Marshall seeking a trade away from the club. Marshall delivered a career-best performance against Geelong with 33 disposals, two goals and 26 contested possessions in a 27-point loss. Marshall is contracted to the Saints until the end of 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new species of monkey has been discovered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, locally called Likweli by villagers. The shy primates live in tall trees and are characterised by their small size, black fur, orange lips, and distinctive head fur. Researchers interviewed residents from 21 villages in the region to gather information about the species. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

King Charles and Queen Camilla visited a historic UK brewery celebrating its 250th anniversary, where the King pulled a pint. The royal visit occurred the day after England's World Cup semi-final defeat, with Charles appearing subdued following the loss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.