Sheldon Riley sheds mask for American Idol audition 15.02.2026 4:48

Australian singer Sheldon Riley, known for performing on X Factor, The Voice and representing Australia at Eurovision 2022, has auditioned for American Idol. The Melbourne artist performed without his signature masks and costumes for the first time in years, singing Matt Corby's 'Brother' and receiving praise from judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan. Riley discusses his decision...

Brisbane radio host navigates grandparenting at 38 15.02.2026 6:17

Matty Acton, a Brisbane breakfast radio host and content creator, became a grandfather at 37 when his stepson Ethan had a daughter. Now 38, Matty navigates the unique challenge of raising two young children aged 8 and 11 while simultaneously being a grandfather, creating a family dynamic where his youngest kids refer to themselves as 'yanti' and 'yunkle' to their niece. He and his wife Esther docu...

Reading palms to find your perfect match 13.02.2026 3:25

Palm reader and numerologist Sarah Yip explains how palmistry can reveal personality traits and romantic compatibility. Thumb flexibility indicates whether someone is a planner or spontaneous, while heart line shapes—curved versus straight—show different approaches to romance and relationships. The practice, thousands of years old from Asia and India, analyses hands as a map of personality and fut...

Survival expert behind Send Help's authenticity 13.02.2026 3:50

Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien star in the horror thriller 'Send Help', which has claimed the number one spot at the box office. Australian stuntwoman, adventurer and author Kai Forno served as the survival consultant on the production, teaching McAdams authentic survival skills including bamboo fire-making and flint blade creation. The film, shot in Australia, combines horror and dark comedy as...

Better Homes and Gardens returns for season 33 13.02.2026 4:05

Better Homes and Gardens returns for its 33rd season in 2025, featuring home renovations, garden projects, cooking segments and lifestyle inspiration. The long-running program continues with hosts Johanna Griggs and Graeme Ross, who has been with the show since its pilot episode. The new season focuses on achievable projects and cost-effective solutions for Australian homes and gardens. See omnyst...

Tributes flow for James Van Der Beek 13.02.2026 3:14

James Van Der Beek's death has prompted tributes from former co-stars including Katie Holmes, who posted a handwritten letter on Instagram. A GoFundMe campaign for his family has raised over $2 million US dollars, exceeding its $800,000 target, with celebrities like Zoe Saldana and Steven Spielberg pledging ongoing monthly donations. Hilary Duff has announced an Australian tour for October 2025, p...

Angus Taylor wins Liberal leadership in decisive victory 13.02.2026 4:41

Angus Taylor has been elected leader of the Liberal Party with a decisive 34-17 victory, replacing Sussan Ley after just nine months in the role. Victorian Senator Jane Hume will serve as deputy leader, marking an unusual break from tradition as she will be based in the Senate rather than the House of Representatives. Taylor, a Rhodes Scholar and former Energy Minister under Scott Morrison, faces...

Thousands protest Israeli president's Melbourne visit 12.02.2026 0:24

Thousands of protesters marched through Melbourne's CBD in opposition to Israeli President Isaac Herzog's final stop during his Australian visit. Demonstrators spilled onto streets near Flinders Street Station, disrupting public transport. Herzog's visit sparked protests across multiple major Australian cities, including violent clashes between police and protesters in Sydney. See omnystudio.com/l...

New searches intensify for missing Nancy Guthrie 12.02.2026 1:51

US authorities, including the FBI, have conducted new searches at Nancy Guthrie's Arizona property, focusing on areas where her blood was previously found and where doorbell camera footage captured a masked, armed figure. TMZ has released video footage taken approximately eight kilometres from Guthrie's home on the morning she was reported missing, showing a person carrying two backpacks with refl...

Cooking with love and onions this Valentine's Day 12.02.2026 4:21

Celebrity chef Mary Califatidis demonstrates Valentine's Day recipes featuring Australian onions, including caramelised red onion puff pastry tarts, spaghetti bolognese, and baked onions with cream and cheese. She explains the different varieties of onions and their culinary uses, emphasising how onions form the foundation of flavourful home cooking. The segment explores food as a love language an...

Shuffle Mamas turn garage dancing into global business 12.02.2026 3:17

Anna Blank and Christina Reynolds, Kansas City neighbours known as the Shuffle Mamas, began learning shuffle dancing in their garage during the 2020 lockdowns and have since built a following of 2.7 million online followers. The duo taught themselves the footwork-heavy, high-energy dance style by studying videos online without any professional training. They now run a business offering five digita...

Growing up digital in an unsafe online world 12.02.2026 4:21

Cyber safety expert and former police officer Susan McLean discusses the challenges of protecting children in the digital world, including the recent under-16 social media ban in Australia and emerging threats from AI-generated nude images. Gaming platforms like Roblox pose risks through unmoderated chat features where predators can exploit children, despite game ratings. McLean's new book 'Growin...

Nancy Guthrie search continues as new evidence emerges 12.02.2026 4:11

The search continues for missing person Nancy Guthrie as investigators examine new evidence, including a black glove found in the search area that resembles one worn by a suspect seen at her door. Michael Feldman, husband of Savannah Guthrie, has used social media to raise awareness, while TMZ reports receiving a communication from someone claiming to know the kidnapper's identity in exchange for...

Live Golf kicks off in Adelaide 12.02.2026 1:30

Live Golf competition begins in Adelaide with local team Ripper GC among the favourites to compete for the trophy. The event features a family fairway area with entertainment including DJ Phoebe Snow and Old MacDonald's Travelling Farms petting zoo. The tournament combines professional golf with a festival atmosphere designed for families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See o...

Aussies battle in Winter Olympics competition 12.02.2026 0:27

Australian mogul skiers Jakara Anthony and Charlotte Wilson competed in the women's mogul final at the Winter Olympics, with Anthony finishing eighth and Wilson placing sixth in her Olympic debut. Snowboarder Scotty James topped the halfpipe qualifying standings with a score of 94. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal leadership spill looms as ministers back Taylor 12.02.2026 2:18

The Liberal Party faces an internal leadership crisis as Shadow Minister for Cybersecurity Clare Chandler resigns from her position to support Angus Taylor's challenge against current leader Sussan Ley. Multiple assistant ministers have followed suit, with Phil Thompson and Jess Collins signing a formal letter calling for a spill of both the leadership and deputy leadership positions. The party wh...

Decluttering for the year of the fire horse 11.02.2026 5:03

Feng Shui expert Stephanie McConaughey shares guidance on preparing for the Lunar New Year transition from the year of the wood snake to the year of the fire horse on 17 February. The fire horse year symbolises intensity, speed and momentum, requiring presence and clarity to capitalise on opportunities. McConaughey's viral list of 40 items to release before the new year includes clothes from past...

Thai pineapple fried rice with Brendan Pang 11.02.2026 5:58

Thai-style pineapple fried rice combines sweet, savoury and spicy flavours in a visually stunning dish served in a hollowed-out pineapple shell. The recipe uses leftover jasmine rice, turmeric or curry powder for colour, fresh pineapple, prawns, vegetables, roasted cashews and fried shallots, seasoned with fish sauce and soy sauce. TV personality Brendan Pang demonstrates the technique from his co...

Amy Shark reveals Australian Idol's standout season 10.02.2026 4:43

Australian Idol judge Amy Shark discusses the exceptional talent appearing in the current season's auditions, revealing that contestants are increasingly strategic about using the show to launch their careers. She shares behind-the-scenes insights about commonly performed songs like ABBA's Dancing Queen and Amy Winehouse's Valerie, and previews upcoming episodes where rejected contestants return f...

Underdogs returns to John Cain Arena for 2026 10.02.2026 6:35

Melbourne radio trio Fifi, Fev and Nick are bringing back their Underdogs initiative for 2026, moving from football fields to basketball courts at John Cain Arena. The program gives children who face adversity through illness, bullying or social exclusion the opportunity to play sport in front of cheering crowds at major Melbourne sporting venues. Past participants have run onto the MCG and Marvel...