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The Hellenic Initiative Australia introduced its New Leaders network to young professionals at a sold-out gathering in Sydney on October 30. The event highlighted three Greek charities: Boroume, Pediatric Trauma Care…
The venue for Melbourne Victory’s Matchweek 5 and 6 Ninja A-League fixtures has been changed. Jeff Hopkins’ team will now host Adelaide United on Saturday, November 14, kick-off 3:00pm AEDT, and Perth Glory on Sunday…
The move follows charges laid against two constables, aged 25 and 27, over an incident involving an e-bike rider in Sydney’s inner west.
Police are seeking public information after two suspicious fires on a barge in Rozelle Bay, in Sydney’s inner west, on November 1 and November 7. A demountable building was found alight on each occasion, and both fires…
Dave Grohl tells Sydney crowd Russell, whose death was announced this week, was a ‘big’ hero of his
Former Roosters star Luke Keary has criticised Sam Walker and his management after the club withdrew a reported $1.2 million-a-year contract offer. The decision leaves the 24-year-old halfback’s future uncertain, with…
The NSW government has confirmed a site and released initial designs for a new public primary school and co-located early learning centre in Marsden Park South. The school, planned for 1070–1082 Richmond Road, is due to…
Hydralyte launched its Stick Sachets at Maple Social Club’s Halloween Hotel event at Sydney’s Old Clare in Chippendale on October 31. Nearly 2,000 people attended the party, where the product was revealed as part of the…
Former Australia batter Mike Hussey has backed Steve Smith to move up to No. 3 after Marnus Labuschagne’s removal from the Test side, with Travis Head returning to the middle order. Hussey said the arrangement would…
BREAKINGThe 2026 Rugby League World Cup has reached its climax, with Australia and New Zealand set to face off in both the men's and women's grand finals. Following intense semi-final matches at Allianz Stadium, the tournament…
Usman Khawaja has renewed debate over Australia’s 2018 ball-tampering scandal, alleging in his autobiography that knowledge of the plan extended beyond the players and staff who were punished. Asked by the ABC about…
Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has cancelled his remaining media appearances to promote his new autobiography, Sabr. The decision follows a tense interview where he was questioned about his recent comments regarding…
NSW Blues women’s State of Origin coach John Strange has stepped down after a successful two-year tenure. Strange, who also coaches the Sydney Roosters’ NRLW side, led the Blues to two series victories, including a…
Foo Fighters leader Dave Grohl has paid tribute to Beaconsfield miner Todd Russell at the band's Sydney concert.
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl recalled his special bond with the Beaconsfield miners, 20 years on from their horrific ordeal trapped in a mine.
Bayside’s Carols by the Sea will return to Lady Robinsons Beach on Saturday, December 12, from 6pm to 9pm. The free annual event will feature performances by Melinda Schneider, Damien Leith and local musicians…
Letters to the editor raise concerns about e-bike riding around Engadine and nearby suburbs, including reports of children being endangered in parks and riders travelling at high speed on Princes Highway. Writers say…
The Foo Fighters frontman had a special bond with Todd Russell and Brant Webb – and on the day of Russell’s death, he played the ballad he wrote for the pair.
A beauty writer reflects on how a brief makeup session with John Corcoran, Trinny Woodall’s makeup artist, challenged her assumptions about personal style and online trends. After interviewing Woodall at a Sydney event…
Southwest Sydney teenager Huxley Gill says he is determined to walk again after a dirt buggy crash left him paraplegic. The story focuses on his recovery and efforts to regain mobility following the accident. Gill says…
Cricketer Caoimhe Bray has discussed comparisons with teammate Ellyse Perry in an appearance on The Scoop Podcast. Both athletes grew up representing Australia in soccer before pursuing cricket. The conversation focuses…
Australian cricketer David Warner has publicly agreed with former match referee Chris Broad, who suggested that former coach Darren Lehmann escaped sanctions despite likely knowledge of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal…
A tour is bringing the piano works of Australian composer and First World War soldier Septimus Kelly to audiences, marking 110 years since his death at the Somme. The program includes the launch of a biography by…
Publisher Penguin says Usman Khawaja’s book tour will continue, despite reports it had been cancelled after a tense television interview about the book’s account of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. The publisher…
Grohl told the Launceston crowd in January how the song came about
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl paid tribute to Australian miner Todd Russell during the band’s Sydney concert on Tuesday, after news of Russell’s death at 54. Russell and fellow miner Brant Webb survived for 14 days…
The word “coo-ee,” traditionally linked to the Dharug language of the Sydney basin, became a familiar Australian call and a wartime recruitment symbol. In 1915, the Coo-ee March set out from Gilgandra with 25 men and…
Former students of Redeemer Baptist have welcomed findings from a New South Wales parliamentary inquiry into allegations of abuse. The inquiry heard claims of sexual, physical, psychological, spiritual and financial…
James Tedesco has been left out of Australia’s 19-man squad for the Rugby League World Cup final against New Zealand, likely ending his World Cup career. The 33-year-old played once in the tournament, helping the…
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles declined to say whether Anthony Albanese personally drove the government’s reversal on selling Sydney’s Victoria Barracks. The government announced over the weekend that the…
