New rules mean $1b local shopping frenzy
For the first time, shoppers in western Sydney and the rest of the state can take advantage of Boxing Day sales.
Fires hit popular holiday towns
Up to 60 houses could have been lost in the fires that have swept through Surf Coast towns.
VICMatt's life changed in a split second
He packed his kids into the car to pick up his fiance. Ten minutes later Matt Tudor's life changed forever.
Waiting for Sydney's '$100m man'
He's a sort of mythical figure said to appear on Christmas Day bearing wads of cash.
Alexandra's plans come undone
She went home with men after meeting them in bars. Hours later they realised why.
Ski resort sued over teenager's death
Evan was meant to meet his family for lunch. His body was found the next day near the Snowy River.
Test cricket facing the ultimate test
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Christmas turns ugly at Sydney ice cream shop
The brawl left one man unconscious as two groups clashed in front of children and families.
Bushfires Victoria: residents evacuated
Residents in the Lorne and Wye River area have fled bushfires and many are unable to return to their homes overnight. Courtesy ABC News 24.
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The world's most lavish holiday homes
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Noise proposal could open floodgates
Warning proposal for more stringent controls on noise pollution near Sydney's second airport could lead to wave of compensation claims.
National
Australians wasted $760m on gifts
One theory suggests at least $760 million was lost through buying gifts this Christmas.
World
Cash for US hostages held by Iran
Compensation for American Embassy personnel held hostage for 444 days in Iran 36 years ago.
Federal Politics
Abbott backs uni's 'imperialist' statue
Former PM and Rhodes scholar says Oxford 'will damage its standing' if it removes the statue of colonialist Cecil Rhodes.
Political leaders' Christmas messages
Bill Shorten has broken with tradition and delivered a political message in his annual Christmas statement.
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What's the best movie for Christmas?
Everyone has their favourites, from movies seared into your subconscious from repeated childhood viewings to pre-Christmas rituals.
Christmas story still offers hope
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Business
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UK just part of Slater & Gordon's woes
Questions are being asked when the law firm's problems actually began.
PANDORA on the charm offensive
PANDORA warns retailers against working with former president and her latest business.
Tinkler snaps up NSW coal mine
Nathan Tinkler wants to make a return to mining by acquiring a shuttered mine in the Hunter Valley.
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Jack, Gina and Jan: the story of 2015
Is there any better way of explaining just what a topsy-turvy year it was than by comparing the fortunes of two good friends.
Global economy: A bluffer's guide
Bluff your way through awkward Christmas discussions about the world economy with these helpful charts.
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- ASX Banks, miners push shares higher
- Small Business Meetings no place for gadget addicts
- Tax 'Pink tax': why women pay more
- Markets Work hard, avoid the sharemarket
- Scandal CFO stole $10m from multinational
- Startups Top crowdfunding campaigns of 2015
- Property Macquarie bids for property portal
- Resources Oil prices bounce back
Money
Avoid the sharemarket, says billionaire
Billionaire Con Makris has a simple message for investors looking for an edge.
Six ways to beat the herd in 2016
It's hard to beat the crowd when you're a member of the herd. Here are six options for the year ahead.
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In a stellar year for top timepieces these are the ones that caught the eye.
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Nordic countries seek to claim Santa
Where Santa Claus is actually from is an issue of economic significance for the small towns involved.
Holiday like an entrepreneur
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Why it's time to quit sit-ups
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Yoga poses to help when you're too full
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Make these cocktails for summer
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Christmas cooking SOS
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Burn victim gives gifts to homeless
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Here are things you probably didn't notice about the classic Christmas movie.
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Technology
Apple asks Samsung for $250m more
US iPhone maker says Taiwanese company sold copyright infringing phones after a court decision in its favour.
China's moon rover finds new rock
Fresh interplanetary discoveries still can be made right next door on our nearest neighbour.
Photo apps to help you shoot like a pro
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Hyatt Hotels attacked with malware
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Java makers ordered to help clean up
Company behind notoriously insecure software on 850 million PCs accused of misleading consumers.
Centrelink IT meltdown hits disabled
Centrelink's tech woes disrupts Disability Pension medical crackdown.
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Faty to bounce back after penalties
Sydney FC midfielder Mickael Tavares threw his support behind defender Jacques Faty.
Stop attacking the Great White Shark
You bloody people! You make Greg Norman and I sick, do you hear us? SICK!
Cowboys provided a fairytale finish
The Chief league reporter looks back at a dramatic season.
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- Blatter blathers: 'Look at moi! I am football!'
- Robl looks for winning start as a trainer
- Soderling finally retires after long illness
Cricket
Feeling 'natural' with new action
Rejuvenated Australian paceman James Pattinson has set his sights on playing back-to-back Tests.
Windies must adopt team-first focus
Somehow, the West Indies coaches, the leadership group and, particularly, the senior players have to start realising something.
How I lost a series against the Windies
It was one error of judgment ? but it decided a summer of cricket trophies.
