Sunrise television hosts Wayne Eddy and his co-host compete in a Christmas-themed game called Reindeer Ring Toss on the morning before Christmas. The challenge involves throwing rings onto reindeer antlers within 60 seconds, with elves assisting in the festive competition. The host defeats Wayne Eddy in the final tally of successful ring tosses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 23, 2025•2 min
Twelve people remain hospitalised ten days after a terror attack in Sydney, with five in critical but stable condition. Constable Scott Dyson has woken from a medically induced coma following multiple surgeries, while police officer Jack Hibbert, who lost vision and an eye after being shot, has been released to spend Christmas with his family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 23, 2025•31 sec
New South Wales Parliament has passed significant gun and protest legislation in response to the Bondi terror attack. The bill cleared the upper house on Christmas Eve with support from Labor and the Liberals, while the Nationals opposed the reforms, splitting the coalition. The Greens supported the gun law changes but rejected the public assembly provisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 23, 2025•27 sec
Courtney Roulston demonstrates three simple no-cook appetiser recipes perfect for Christmas entertaining using Alina's Bakehouse and Ritz Crackers. The recipes include fig and black olive crackers topped with blue cheese, fresh figs, thyme and honey; Dayton apricot crackers with brie, prosciutto, peaches and basil; and Ritz cracker sandwiches filled with cream cheese, smoked salmon, chives and lemon, garnished with dill or bagel seasoning. Tips are shared for creating an impressive cheese platte...
Dec 22, 2025•6 min
One in 100 packages are damaged, lost or stolen during delivery in Australia, with 110 million parcels moving through networks this holiday season. Sydney and Melbourne experience the highest rates of porch piracy, with organised and opportunistic criminals targeting doorstep deliveries. Freight insurance experts recommend choosing reputable couriers, using sturdy packaging, and purchasing transit insurance to protect Christmas gifts, noting that 80% of claims involve damage rather than theft. S...
Dec 22, 2025•2 min
Ambulance Victoria is preparing for its busiest period of the year as the festive season approaches, with triple zero calls expected to surge from an average of 2,500 to higher numbers on Christmas Day. Common seasonal injuries include falls from high-risk activities like skateboarding, barbecue burns, alcohol-related incidents, and champagne cork injuries. Paramedics are urging Australians to exercise caution, utilise alternative medical services like urgent care centres and the Victorian Virtu...
Dec 22, 2025•2 min
New polling reveals three quarters of Australians support tougher gun laws, with support spanning 80-82% across Labor, Coalition and One Nation voters. The polling comes as questions emerge about enforcement of existing firearms legislation and concerns about illegal weapons. Meanwhile, comedian Rowan Atkinson has sparked debate about voice notes, arguing they shift the communication burden from sender to receiver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Dec 22, 2025•6 min
New data reveals that over a third of Australian gift buyers purchase their Christmas presents in the week leading up to Christmas, with 9% buying gifts on Christmas Day itself. The research highlights the tendency for Australian shoppers to leave their festive shopping until the last minute. Cash and vouchers emerge as popular gift choices, particularly for those avoiding the crowded shopping centres during the holiday rush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.co...
Dec 22, 2025•1 min
Southeastern Queensland is experiencing extreme heat with temperatures reaching 36 degrees in Brisbane and 33 degrees on the Gold Coast. A high fire danger rating is currently in effect across the region. The heatwave conditions are expected to ease by midweek. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 22, 2025•15 sec
The Beckham family is experiencing a public rift, with younger son Cruz revealing on Instagram that eldest son Brooklyn blocked his parents David and Victoria on social media. The family conflict reportedly stems from Brooklyn's wedding to wife Nicola Peltz, with no resolution expected before Christmas despite Victoria hanging a Christmas stocking for Brooklyn as a potential peace gesture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 22, 2025•1 min
Two men from Sydney travelled to the same location in the Philippines at the same time as the accused Bondi terrorists, prompting police investigations into potential contact between the groups. The Akrams spent a month in the Philippines, during which they met with a Muslim cleric. Both Australian and Philippine authorities are investigating the nature of discussions held during that meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
Dec 22, 2025•21 sec
A 2017 Holden Special Vehicles GT SRW1, the first of only four ever manufactured, is being auctioned with expectations to exceed one million dollars. The vehicle features a 6.2 litre supercharged V8 engine, making it the most powerful Australian-made vehicle ever built. It has only 26 kilometres on the odometer and has never been registered, with current bidding at $805,000. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 22, 2025•35 sec
Aussie Ark wildlife sanctuary is hand-raising endangered Tasmanian devil joeys and other threatened Australian species as part of their conservation breeding programme. Two eight-month-old devil joeys, Newey and Rumble, were rescued in May after being separated from their mother during severe storms that brought 520 millimetres of rain over three days. The charity operates a 400-hectare sanctuary where captive-bred animals are released to help rebuild healthy ecosystems and return threatened spe...
Dec 21, 2025•3 min
Morning television hosts Roy and Eddie compete in a Christmas wrapping challenge with a twist, attempting to wrap their colleagues Ren and Coco in wrapping paper instead of traditional gifts. The timed competition features comedic chaos as the hosts race to create the best wrapped 'present' using their team members, with the winner earning bragging rights just three days before Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 21, 2025•3 min
Sydney International Airport expects 5.8 million passengers during the Christmas and New Year period, with airports nationwide anticipating record numbers. Former flight attendant Nicola Dale provides travel tips including checking in online, packing light, keeping essentials like passports and chargers in carry-on luggage, and staying hydrated. Travelling on Christmas Day can offer lighter loads and festive experiences, with some flights featuring decorated cabins and carol singing at 35,000 fe...
Dec 21, 2025•3 min
Robbie Williams responds with a video message to 94-year-old superfan Norma after her plea to meet him goes viral. The British pop star, who now lives in America, promises to visit Norma in person when he's next in the UK. Norma, who has followed Williams since his Take That days, jokingly adds urgency by noting her age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 21, 2025•1 min
The Beckham family is experiencing a public rift, with younger son Cruz revealing on Instagram that eldest son Brooklyn blocked his parents David and Victoria on social media. The family conflict reportedly stems from Brooklyn's wedding to wife Nicola Peltz, with no resolution expected before Christmas despite Victoria hanging a Christmas stocking for Brooklyn as a potential peace gesture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 21, 2025•1 min
Southeastern Queensland is experiencing extreme heat with temperatures reaching 36 degrees in Brisbane and 33 degrees on the Gold Coast. A high fire danger rating is currently in effect across the region. The heatwave conditions are expected to ease by midweek. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 21, 2025•15 sec
New data reveals that over a third of Australian gift buyers purchase their Christmas presents in the week leading up to Christmas, with 9% buying gifts on Christmas Day itself. The research highlights the tendency for Australian shoppers to leave their festive shopping until the last minute. Cash and vouchers emerge as popular gift choices, particularly for those avoiding the crowded shopping centres during the holiday rush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.co...
Dec 21, 2025•1 min
Two men from Sydney travelled to the same location in the Philippines at the same time as the accused Bondi terrorists, prompting police investigations into potential contact between the groups. The Akrams spent a month in the Philippines, during which they met with a Muslim cleric. Both Australian and Philippine authorities are investigating the nature of discussions held during that meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
Dec 21, 2025•21 sec
Police in Florida partnered with the Grinch to stop speeding drivers in a school zone, offering them a choice between receiving a traffic citation or accepting a gift from the Grinch. The alternative punishment involved eating a raw onion on the spot. One driver chose the Grinch's gift and proceeded to eat the entire onion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 21, 2025•46 sec
Queensland petrol prices have surged to $2.16 per litre at some Brisbane retailers, representing a 50-cent increase above average and costing families an extra $25 to fill their tanks. The price spike occurs outside the expected fuel cycle peak, with the RACQ calling it unjustified and Treasurer David Janetsky demanding an ACCC investigation. The unexpected increase comes just one week before Christmas when thousands of drivers are preparing for holiday travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Dec 19, 2025•1 min
Year 12 students across New South Wales and the ACT are receiving their HSC results today through digital envelopes via email and SMS, followed by their ATAR scores. The ranking of every school in the state becomes available at midday. Results delivery has evolved from post office collection and letterbox mail to instant digital notification. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 19, 2025•42 sec
More than 700 board riders and swimmers are gathering at Bondi Beach for a memorial circle to honour victims of a recent tragedy. The event includes a minute's silence starting at 6:30am, with organisers emphasising unity, strength through diversity, and thanking those who showed bravery during the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•1 min
North Australian police have charged two men, aged 40 and 69, with murder after a 62-year-old father was fatally shot with an unregistered gun on a suburban street in McLaren Flat. The shooting allegedly occurred following a neighbourhood argument, with both accused appearing in court and not applying for bail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•21 sec
A Queensland mother has been ordered to stand trial for the alleged murder of her four-year-old son Taryn O'Sullivan, who was found dead in a backyard swimming pool at Munnborough south of Mackay in August 2021. Tara Marie Richardson is accused of killing the boy and staging his death to appear like a drowning. The 46-year-old will face trial in the Supreme Court in Mackay at a later date. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•25 sec
King Charles visited a new Guinness pub in central London where he learned to pull pints from a bartender. The King successfully poured what was called 'the perfect pint', sampled his work which left him with a Guinness moustache, and wished everyone a very happy Christmas during the festive visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•32 sec
A vigil was held in Perth for the Bondi attack victims, representing the largest gathering of the local Jewish community since Sunday's attack. WA political leaders joined hundreds of attendees to show solidarity with the grieving Jewish community. Police officers provided security to ensure the safety of the event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•34 sec
Australia faces extreme weather conditions this Christmas Day with heatwave warnings issued for New South Wales mid north coast and south coast regions, and severe heatwave conditions forecast for Victoria. The Northern Territory expects monsoon conditions with heavy rainfall and potential flooding, while Perth will experience temperatures reaching 39 degrees Celsius. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•26 sec
Seventeen people have died from 131 confirmed cases of Melioidosis in far north Queensland this year following wet seasonal conditions. The soil-borne tropical disease, now rebranded as Melio by Cairns and Hinterland Health authorities, is common in northern Australia and typically emerges after heavy rainfall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 18, 2025•24 sec
