Christmas traditions 'I find it absurd to be very honest'
AUSTRALIA risks becoming a "bland and superficial" society if traditional Christmas references are removed, one of WA's leading religious leaders has warned.
Transperth Taxpayers to fork out millions
TAXPAYERS will have to shell out an extra $75 million over four years to offset plunging patronage on Perth’s buses and trains.
Four charged AFP seize items from terror raid house
UPDATE: POLICE have returned to a house in Melbourne’s north, as a fourth alleged suicide bomber was remanded for alleged plans to blow up parts of Melbourne on Christmas Day.
Federal politics Hug the needy at Christmas, says PM
IT’S been a tough and gruelling year for Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, but he says now is the time to share the love with the less fortunate.
27 years old Manus Island asylum seeker dead
A SUDANESE asylum seeker who had been in detention on Manus Island has died in Australia apparently after sustaining head injuries in a fall.
Claremont killings Silk kimono the vital clue
A WOMAN'S silk dressing gown stolen off a washing line 28 years ago is believed to have been the vital clue that helped lead police to finally make an arrest in the Claremont serial killer case.
Star Wars shock Movie star’s massive heart attack
STAR Wars actress Carrie Fisher is in a stable condition after going into cardiac arrest during a mid-air flight from London to LA.
Love-in Trump releases bromance letter
THE details of a letter sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Donald Trump reveals the mutual admiration society they have created.
Barefoot man who left crash found
UPDATE: Authorities have found a barefoot man who walked into the Nullarbor in Western Australia after a car crash left one dead and injured another.
Sexual assault on woman walking dogs
WA POLICE are searching for an elderly man wanted in relation to an indecent assault on a woman in Mandurah.
The accused 'Quiet but friendly': Edwards' normal life
BY all accounts Bradley Robert Edwards lived a normal and ordinary life in the suburbs — a tireless little athletics administrator and a devoted stepfather.
Claremont case Former suspect's pain still deep
THE family of former “chief suspect” Lance Williams have described the devastating impact the intense police scrutiny has had on the family over the past 20 years.
- 7:43PM Southeast to swelter through Christmas
- 7:19PM Child pulled from car in NSW dies
- 7:01PM Woman dead after car rolls in NSW
- 6:39PM Man stabbed to death in Bendigo
- 5:24PM Qld police nab 3200 leadfoots in one day
- 4:43PM NSW storms to dampen Christmas Eve
- 4:10PM Christmas capital temperature forecasts
Saucy pictures Bachelorettes named couple of the year
BACHELOR lesbians Tiffany Scanlon and Megan Marx have been named couple of the year by men’s mag Maxim.
Red Dog New movie to spark kelpie craze
THE prequel to smash-hit movie Red Dog is expected to dominate box offices on its Boxing Day release — and dog breeders are also gearing up for a renewed interest in all things kelpie.
Lounge lizards TV guide for Christmas time
IF you find time to watch television over Christmas, there is plenty to watch for the entire family — if you know where to look.
Claremont killings Police still searching house in Madora Bay
POLICE investigating the Claremont serial killings are continuing to search a property in Madora Bay, which is owned by the parents of Bradley Robert Edwards.
Weather warning WA likely to avoid Christmas cyclone
UPDATE: Western Australia is likely dodge a Christmas Day cyclone, with a tropical low no longer expected to intensify before reaching landfall.
Claremont case Former suspect's pain still deep
THE family of former “chief suspect” Lance Williams have described the devastating impact the intense police scrutiny has had on the family over the past 20 years.
Major breakthrough Accused 'briefly smiled' in court
A MAN accused of being the Claremont serial killer appeared unshaken and calm after briefly appearing in court charged with the murders of Ciara Glennon and Jane Rimmer.
Wahlberg’s movie slammed by Boston bomber’s widow
THE widow of one of the Boston Marathon bombers says Mark Wahlberg’s new film is unfair because it suggests she knew something was up before the attack.
McCafe to runway Hot model out of Africa
YOUNG, beautiful and statuesque, everyone except Ajok Madel thought she could make it as a model.
Globetrotter The WA photographer 'up for anything'
GLOBETROTTER. Wildlife snapper. Rock-star shooter. He’s the WA photographer always going places ... and he’s up for anything.
RendezView Ladies, teach your daughters to say ‘No!’
As women we may think we’ve moved beyond being girls who just can’t say “no”. But how often do even the most empowered of us still avoid difficult conversations?
Heidi Anderson Reflecting on the gift of travel
MY love affair with travel started as a teenager when my next-door neighbour invited me to Europe for three weeks. Life has never been the same.
Tom Percy Let the prisoners enjoy a roast
IT'S said the measure of civilised society is how well it treats its most wretched. If we refuse prisoners some compassion one day a year, we clearly fail that test.
Great spell Dislocated finger no hindrance to magic Johnson
MITCHELL Johnson has lost none of the intimidatory factor, just ask Brad Hodge, but it was his slower ball that proved most effective on his BBL debut.
Retired Docker Mystery surrounds Yarran rant
MYSTERY surrounds an expletive-laden social media rant, aimed at Fremantle and attributed to their former player Shane Yarran.
Hopman Cup Lay-off could prolong Federer's career
A REFRESHED Roger Federer believes his six-month injury lay-off may prolong his storied career.
Freo looks to solve forward puzzle
THE make-up of Fremantle’s best forward line for next season remains up in the air, with versatile talls Shane Kersten and Michael Apeness still in rehabilitation heading into the new year.
- Basketball Axed again: Wildcats release Johnson
- AFL Outgoing Yarran sprays Dockers
- Tennis Kvitova gets ‘greatest Christmas gift’
- Football Video: Aussie’s overhead Christmas cracker
- Cricket Scorchers smash Strikers to make perfect start
- Tennis Injury robs Australian Open of title hopefuls
- Football Player begs Neymar not to destroy him, does anyway
- Cricket Country boy upstages city slickers in big win
- Boxing/MMA Watch: Gallen savages Carr-Ketu with KO
- AFL News Ecstasy, agony in year of the Dogs
- Cricket VIDEO: Ponting’s BBL singing is TV gold
- Tennis ‘I can beat anyone, anytime, anywhere’
- Cricket Momentum counts for nothing: Khawaja
- Cricket The cricket icons Cartwright could join at MCG
Ecstasy, agony in year of the Dogs
DESOLATION for Bombers in January, euphoria in October for just about everyone, the 2016 AFL season ran the gamut of emotion. SAM EDMUND recaps the highs and lows of an incredible year.
- Carlton Weitering now a little less serious
- Hawthorn Hawks CEO chosen for top MCG job
- AFL Santa Ross: Coach's Christmas cheer
- GWS Prelim pain convinced Stevie J to play on
- Bulldogs Premiership Dogs pulled from surf
- AFL News Who will win from ruck rule change?
- Melbourne Lumumba retires, settles with Dees
- Carlton Blues, Pies in video game Twitter war
- Richmond Tiger ticking all boxes in comeback
- Crows Top players deserve to cash in like Gill
- Collingwood Video: Broomhead’s incredible goal
- Footy Form Fyfe in, Selwood out? All-Oz 2017 odds
- Hawthorn Burgoyne aiming for a top-four finish
- Gold Coast Ablett’s flag race at Suns setting
Bachelorettes named couple of the year
BACHELOR lesbians Tiffany Scanlon and Megan Marx have been named couple of the year by men’s mag Maxim.
The celebrity scandals of 2016
BREAKUPS, make-ups, hook-ups and scandals. Sydney Confidential has covered them all in 2016. Have a look at some of our biggest celebrity stories of the year.
Introducing Miss January!
Aussie model Bridget Malcolm has announced her latest gig as Playboy’s Miss January, in a very racy shoot.
RendezView Ladies, teach your daughters to say ‘No!’
As women we may think we’ve moved beyond being girls who just can’t say “no”. But how often do even the most empowered of us still avoid difficult conversations?
RendezView Is feminism finished? No. We’ve got a long way to go
How can anyone claim that we “no longer need feminism” or that women have equal rights and should stop complaining? This year proves we have more to do.
Perth's priciest homes sold in 2016
IT was Perth's hottest address during the high-rolling 1980s and it's again topping the list of the most expensive homes that changed hands this year.
- WA News Spending surge may be sign of recovery
- WA News FMG's supersized iron ore vessel arrives
- News Morrison upbeat on 2021 budget surplus
- WA News Fortescue to repay another $1b of debt
- Business New Woolies jobs for 1500 Masters workers
- WA News Payless Shoes to shut its doors
- WA News Palmer wins $14.3m in business battle
- Companies Rinehart keeps beef in Aussie hands
- Budgeting Aussies have a ‘Merry Thriftmas’
- News Economic backslide a ’bump in the road’
- Business Bunnings chief John Gillam quits
- WA News Economy smaller first time in five years
- WA News Perth property less affordable
- WA News Chinese takeover bid for WA gas pipeline
Unnecessary costs Avoid doubling up on insurance
BUYING insurance for that rental car? You may not need it. Consumers are being warned not to fork out for policies for which they are already covered.
- Saver HQ Aussies choose holidays over homes
- Saver HQ Kochie’s top Christmas savings tips
- Saver HQ Big change coming to Boxing Day sales
- Banking Campaign Card limits hit hard at Christmas
- Banking Campaign Why it’s time to lock home loan rates
- Saver HQ Charities call for help as donations plunge
- Saver HQ Millennials supercharged for future
Christmas miracle Couple plays Santa for needy kids
A US couple mistakenly receives hundreds of letters addressed to Santa Claus from kids in need. They answer them all.
- Christmas How to make your gift next-level
- Food One dead from mystery food poisoning
- DESIGNERS Most jaw-dropping fashion fails of 2016
- FACE & BODY The half-naked selfie confusing us all
- Illness Breast implant cancer fears
- School Life Disabled teen ‘told’ to perform oral sex
- Restaurants & Bars Restaurant refuses hearing dog
Savings First-time buyers 'better off' in Perth
SAVING a deposit for a first home is easier in Perth than anywhere else- yet the number of first-time buyers has dropped by more than 14 per cent.
- WA News Perth's priciest homes sold in 2016
- WA News Property prices recede at record rates
- WA News Freo heirloom passed to new generation
- WA News Perth property less affordable
- WA News Slender design for Perth's tallest hotel
- News Slab of gold for St Georges Terrace
- WA News Cool pools help make homes hot sellers
Trick to scoring a Boxing Day travel bargain
AS airlines, hotels, cruise lines and travel agents get set for their end-of-year sales, here are four keys to getting the best deal
$25 flights: Best Boxing Day travel deals
CHRISTMAS shopping done? It’s time to bag a holiday bargain - and this year, the Boxing Day sales are starting early.
We’re set for a merry mobile Christmas
PHONE calls to family are a Christmas tradition - but this year we’re set to give it a modern twist with Snapchat and video calls on a day set to break data records.