What are the chances of a recession next year?
Consider the prospects of 2016 through the eyes of our most honest forecaster – the Reserve Bank.
Video captures man's attempt to catch woman falling 11 storeys
A former soldier has been left with serious injuries after trying to save a woman's life.
'Didn't know if we were going to live'
More than 20 airline passengers have been taken to hospital after severe turbulence.
'Bring it on': Shorten breaks silence
Defiant Labor leader accuses Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of having a secret agenda.
Cool change finally hits city
Before the fireworks go off, there is expected to be some respite from the heat.
Police shut down illegal NY party
The New Year's Eve plans of more than 1500 revellers have been thrown into disarray.
City apartment catches fire
The apartment building hit by fire is known to harbour illegal rooming houses.
Snap call leads to shock win
A Melbourne man who picked up a camera just five years ago has claimed the National Geographic 2015 photo contest.
The drone that can climb walls
VertiGo,from Disney, uses propellers to flip its wheels off the ground and up sheer walls.
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Victoria
How to avoid the crowds tonight
More than 500,000 people are expected to flock to the CBD. Where is the best place to go to avoid the crush?
National
Speed-camera prank: driver stunned
WA
Driver mounted kerb after being momentarily distracted by flashing light stuck on a road sign'.
World
Holiday wishes: 'without migrants'
A quiet exchange at a Budapest market speaks as loudly as protesters at far-right marches.
Federal Politics
Briggs bar incident was 'serious': PM
Malcolm Turnbull contradicts reports career-ending Hong Kong bar incident was little more than a playful misunderstanding.
Turnbull flags sweeping reform
Government will ask Parliament to urgently pass laws ensuring the integrity of unions and the construction industry.
- Royal Commission sparks a Malsplaining torrent
- Politicians who got into trouble on the town
- Kathy Jackson referred to prosecutors
- Abetz calls for Abbott to return to cabinet
- ACTU dismisses royal commission findings
- Turnbull prepared to pursue union shake-up
- Commissioner Dyson Heydon: A man for all reasons
Comment
Doyle's Melbourne: city never sleeps
The noise and mess of an all-night city are easily outweighed by the benefits.
In defence of the hangover
The common or garden hangover is a terrible and wonderful thing.
Business
How the world's richest got poorer
The richest people on Earth became a bit poorer this year.
Wrinkle in bankruptcy law reform
Reforms to make it easier for people to get out of bankruptcy may not help victims of collapse.
Reach Rule laws to be locked down
The Federal government will finalise and internally circulate its plan for abolishing rules.
ASX ends the year in the red
An impressive rally in the last weeks of December has failed to get investors into the black.
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Is life really harder in Australia?
SkyCity Entertainment says New Zealand's growth is driving a standout performance from its Auckland casino.
Internet losing the lipstick battle
The 'rise of the selfie' generation is helping bricks and mortar retailers finally win a losing battle.
- Retail Mecca Cosmetica accelerates expansion
- NYE Who's cashing in on your New Year's
- Michael Pascoe Coming up after the break
- Currency Why do we still have 5¢ pieces?
- Resources Iron ore could fall into $US20 range
- Courts Origin denies claims of oil, gas leaks
- Multinationals Apple to pay Italy $477m in back taxes
- Energy Oil falls towards 11 year low
- Fuel Price of E10 dips below $1 a litre in Sydney
- Outlook 2016 will be 'disappointing': Lagarde
- Bonus Thanks for quitting, here's $10,000
- Misbehaviour What goes on tour stays at work
Money
2016: buckle up and hang on
Preparation is better than prediction when it comes to investment: here's how to prepare for 2016.
Which insurance shares won 2015?
Which of these insurers would have made you the best returns in 2015?
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Fifteen gadgets to help you get fitter
Measure performance and improve your form with these cutting-edge devices.
Small Business
Business can boom on New Year's
For the small business behind Sydney's fireworks, New Year's Eve is one of the busiest times of year.
Seven ways to kill staff motivation
Avoid these common traps if you want your team to remain engaged and productive.
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21 reasons to stay home on NYE
Like the queue to the grubby toilets or the fireworks you couldn't see.
Tom Cruise to sell his UK mansion
Tom Cruise is selling his English mansion close to the Church of Scientology's British headquarters.
Tree houses around the world
If you're going to make a tree change, it may as well be to a magical forest.
Swimming pools
Swimming pools reach new depth of desire
Houses need fresh starts too
10 New Year's resolutions for the home
Outdoor renovation tips
What to know about renovating outdoor spaces
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Victoria braces for sweltering New Years Eve
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Mariah Carey arrives in Melbourne for NYE
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Survivors found 5 days after mine collapse
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Crashed plane's pilot not authorised
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Rare look inside death row
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Melbourne man wins Nat Geo prize
James Smart only picked up a camera five years ago but has won National Geographic's top photo award for 2015.
Dave Grohl's Lemmy tattoo tribute
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has paid the ultimate tribute to mentor Motorhead singer Lemmy.
Hidden secrets of The Force Awakens
SPOILER ALERT: Cameos, clues and other treats abound in the season's biggest blockbuster.
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Seinfeld fans rejoice
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2015's best and worst dressed
From the great, the garish, here are standout red carpet fashion moments of the year.
2015 celebrity splits and engagements
It was a year of love lost, but also a few sparkly ring fingers.
This ought to be your NYE resolution
Very few resolutions are successful. This one will be. Here's why.
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Glee star released on $US20,000 bail
A good life
The true price of happiness: three important lessons
Drunk and disappointed
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Easy ways to kick start a healthy New Year with this 31-day health challenge.
Must-try fitness trend of the year
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How to make a whisky highball
Cocktails don't get easier or more refreshing than a highball.
Pick the best bubbly for NYE
It's party season and the champagne corks are popping. Here's our list of best French and Aussie fizz.
Midnight snack! Best party food
The New Year countdown is on; get ready to eat, drink and be merry with 25 recipes to nibble on.
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Why I absolutely dread New Year's Eve
Forget When Harry Met Sally, in Clem Bastow's book NYE is "a tear-stained holiday ".
14 white actors in non-white roles
Hollywood whitewashing is not a relic of the 20th Century. It's still happening today!
Images celebrating strong female bodies
Elite athletes speak out about body-shaming and their own experiences.
Year's best reading
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Transformations
23 times celebs looked nothing like themselves
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Aussies' favourite destination for 2015
The destination Australians were most interested in for 2015 is not where you might expect.
World's best places to be for New Year's
Some places do a New Year's Eve party better than anyone else.
Ten amazing World Heritage sites
From Tassie to Quebec, here are 10 of the world's most amazing places.
New Zealand
Daredevil family's drone video goes viral
Family
Top five tips for surviving NYE in a foreign city
Travel Tips
Absurd ways to avoid luggage fees
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Offensive or just too touchy?
US clothing store Old Navy has removed a toddler shirt from its shelves after public outcry.
Fake NYE countdown for kids
Netflix are helping parents trick their kids into celebrating New Year's Eve early.
In defence of the ferocious fours
Four! Where have you been the last few years while I was sleep-deprived and knee deep in nappies? I'm so glad you're here now though.
Technology
Disney creates wall-climbing drone car
Finally, a remote control car that uses propellers to cling to sheer walls as it zooms around.
2015's most overhyped science stories
It was an amazing year for science, but also for some amazingly exaggerated science.
Top five summer holiday apps
From bushfires to beaches and barbeques, these apps will help you have a stress-free holiday.
- Social Wrong midnight: when New Year comes early
- Phones Apple faces $5 million class action
- Facebook Inside India's Facebook backlash
- Tech 2015: Six world-changing developments
- Games Which game console should you buy?
- Tech The AI anxiety: a race we must win
- Wearables Google Glass Enterprise Edition spotted
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Good mental health is best for business
The pressures of building a start-up frequently lead to burning out and depression, but help is at hand.
Hyatt Hotels attacked with malware
Merchants warned of new strain of payment-card-stealing malware which evades almost all security software.
Java makers ordered to help clean up
Company behind notoriously insecure software on 850 million PCs accused of misleading consumers.
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We take a look back at some of the topics closest to your hearts.
Hits and misses of 2015
We look back on the best and worst cars we put to the test this year.
Sport
Benteke lifts Liverpool to Wearside win
Christian Benteke condemned struggling Sunderland to a 1-0 defeat.
After 4358 winners, he's a knight
Champion jumps jockey Tony McCoy will become Sir Anthony after receiving a knighthood in the Queen's New Year Honours list.
Jackson's career coming to an end
Australian basketball star Lauren Jackson's landmark $1 million deal is over.
Cricket
A groundbreaking Test team of the year
Chloe Saltau's 12-person Test team of the year has at least one big surprise.
Live BBL: Strikers v Sixers
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Adelaide Strikers host Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League, with both teams looking to win to improve their finals chances.
Kieran Powell turns to baseball
They've lost players to rival competitions, and now to baseball.
