Trigger warning: This article contains descriptions of domestic violence A West Australian mother has shared how she withdrew $10,000 to “pay for our freedom” and escape a toxic 16-year relationship marred by physical and emotional abuse. Sheree Schonian told her story as the state government launched a $5 million advertising campaign to turn the spotlight … Read more
With Australians losing $2.74 billion to scams in 2023, it is clear many of us are still falling for the ever-growing list of sneaky tactics being used by cybercriminals to steal our money. However some fall victim more than others, according to Westpac, and it all depends on where we live. New data gathered by … Read more
Two dogs have been seized by rangers and face an uncertain fate after a savage attack in Perth’s north. One woman was taken to hospital and another suffered serious injuries when they were bitten at John Moloney Park in Marangaroo on Tuesday morning. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: City of Wanneroo seizes two dogs after park … Read more
A quick-thinking nurse has shared the moment she called on her years of experience to save a choking baby at a Sydney park. Heidi Young was enjoying a birthday barbecue with friends in 2019 when a six-month-old girl began struggling to breathe because a piece of sausage was lodged in her windpipe. Within seconds, the … Read more
A family-owned business in Western Australia has been crowned the best fish and chips in the country for the second time. Albany’s Hooked on Middleton Beach won the top gong at the 2024 National Seafood Industry Awards this month, taking home the title of best take-away fish and chips. The accolade, presented by the peak … Read more
Patients in Australia face a “life or death” situation if they need a stem cell match due to a critical shortage of blood donors, a cancer organisation has warned. There are about 1000 Australians urgently waiting for a living stem cell match, also known as a bone marrow match, at any one time, according to … Read more
A school reunion threw one man into a “void” from which he has never recovered after he returned to the site where he was sexually abused by a former counsellor, a court has heard. Allan Keith Huggins used his trusted role in several schools and within the northern NSW community of Armidale to perpetrate shocking … Read more
A number of Pinot & Picasso studios face an uncertain future after their parent companies entered voluntary administration. There are currently more than 40 Pinot & Picasso studios around Australia, allowing people to book a group painting session where they’re guided on how to recreate a piece of art while enjoying a few drinks. Salea … Read more
Fran Hurndall will never forget the day her sister told her “she thought she was going to die”. The Australian-based Brit’s younger sister spent years suffering in silence while raising a child before she opened up about the domestic abuse she faced. “I grew up in such a loving family home, my family is really … Read more
Dua Lipa has announced the dates for her Australian tour, but some fans have reacted with disappointment after the star snubbed most of the country. The 29-year-old pop star will embark on her Radical Optimism World Tour next year, where she will perform in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the UK, and the US. However, some … Read more
