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Sam Pang has had one heck of a year.

TVAfter Gold Logie glory, Sam Pang returns to claim late-night

Gold Logie winner Sam Pang reflects on his busiest year yet—and reveals what’s in store for the new season of Sam Pang Tonight

Clare Rigden

Australian radio and television star Andy Lee and his model partner Rebecca Harding officially tied the knot in New York City on Wednesday following a 12-year relationship.

EntertainmentSEE THE PICS: Aussie stars share look inside their big day

Photos have been shared from the star-studded New York wedding of a much-loved Aussie couple.

Ella George

From the family farm in regional NSW to Nashville, country singer Melanie Dyer is living her dreams. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumHome is where the heart is for Sapphire City's girl

Succession planning and country pop songs might not go hand in hand, but an Australian singer has found inspiration in bidding farewell to her family's farm.

Stephanie Gardiner

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Australian artists say they're increasingly troubled by political misappropriation of their music. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

MusicPremiumMusos battle pollies, big tech to protect their songs

The law says you can't use a song for political or commercial purposes without the permission of the author. But for artists, it's like playing whack-a-mole.

Andrew Stafford

The Sydney Opera House Forecourt will again be the spectacular host of DanceRites. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumYoung dancers to bring 'culture alive' at Opera House

An all-female dance ensemble is set to take centre stage at the Sydney Opera House, bringing cultural stories to life in their DanceRites debut.

Billie Schwab Dunn

Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge are presiding over this year’s ratings-blitzing MKR.

Recipe for successWhy MKR has reheated the ratings after all these years

From pigeon claws to melamine plates, Seven’s flagship cooking show has cooked up an epic ratings comeback, reclaiming its throne as Australia’s ultimate water-cooler TV.

Clare Rigden

Ian 'Moopa' Wilkes.

TheatreReturning to the theatrical spotlight

While multidisciplinary artist Ian ‘Moopa’ Wilkes is a man of many talents — director, writer, theatre-maker and dancer — every now and then he likes to jump back on stage where his career began, as an actor.

Tanya MacNaughton

Telethon raised an astonishing amount last year. Here’s hoping they do it again in 2026.

TVWhat’s worth watching on TV this week

This week we’re gearing up for some wholesome fun with Telethon, peeping Yaga and Phony, checking back in with Nobody Wants This, and celebrating Aussie Shore’s return.

Clare Rigden

Telethon returns on October 17 and 18.

Your WeekSeven of the best events in Perth this week

The iconic Telethon weekend leads a massive week of events in and around Perth.

The Book of Mormon leads Sean Johnston, who plays Elder Price, and Nick Cox, who plays Elder Cunningham, at Crown Perth.

StageBook a life-changer for Mormon men

While Sean Johnston and Nick Cox have both been longtime The Book Of Mormon fans, neither had dared dream they would one day be saying “Hello” as the musical comedy’s leading characters.

Tanya MacNaughton

Anna Faris has opened up about her sobriety, saying she's "happier than I've been in a long time". (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumAnna Faris 'hurt' by showrunner Chuck Lorre's comments

"Didn't see that coming": Mom star Anna Faris has responded to critical remarks about her by the sitcom's creator Chuck Lorre in his memoir.

Lauren Del Fabbro

Comedian Judith Lucy farewelled her breasts in a candid Instagram post on Friday. Supplied.

REAL LIFEPremium‘A helluva ride’: Judith Lucy’s candid farewell

The beloved Aussie comedian has shared a cheeky throwback photo and a candid message following her recent cancer diagnosis.

Blair Jackson, Paige Fryer

Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles in 10 Things I Hate About You.

EntertainmentJulia Stiles unveils ‘very special’ tribute to Heath Ledger

The actress will honour her late Aussie co-star Heath Ledger, 27 years after starring together in the iconic coming-of-age film, 10 Things I Hate About You.

Zosia Melanczuk

Frankland River Wine Festival will take place at Frankland River Oval from 12pm. Grace Sapinski and Sarah Cvitan.

Wine FestivalFrankland River Wine Festival will put region in spotlight

Frankland River’s finest wines and local flavours will take centre stage at a festival putting the regions producers, food and country hospitality in the spotlight on Saturday.

Amy Towers

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CourtPremiumMedia mogul’s plans amid DV allegations

An Australian media boss accused of attacking his wife is planning to relocate overseas as he fights the allegations, a court has been told.

Liam Beatty

Sam Wood and his wife Snezana Wood are selling their luxurious Melbourne home.

PropertyVideoSam Wood selling Melbourne mansion as he remains behind bars

The Jellis Craig real estate listing describes it as a ‘resort-style family oasis in a first-class location’.

Kellie Balaam

Over his 60-year career, Al Pacino has won an Oscar and multiple Emmy and Golden Globe awards. (AP PHOTO)

MoviesPremiumAl Pacino to receive SAG life achievement honour

Al Pacino will receive the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award at the 33rd annual Actor Awards in February.

Danielle Broadway

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UPDATEDPremium‘Had to give’: Today star’s emotional exit

Yet another Today presenter has confirmed her shock exit from the breakfast program after rumours began to swirl about her next move.

Alexandra Feiam

Emma Anna's DREAM_N is lit up in the Bondi twilight as part of Sculpture by the Sea. (George Chan/AAP PHOTOS)

EntertainmentPremiumSculpture by the Sea officially kicks off its 30th year

Billed as the world's biggest free outdoor sculpture show, Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney's beachfront to mark 30 years in business.

Liz Hobday and Catherine Bouris

Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esme Creed-Miles in a scene from Sense And Sensibility.

REEL TALKLatest version of Austen’s novel goes back to the future

Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esme Creed-Miles breathe life into a 200-year-old tale of two sisters.

Ben O'Shea

Sally Rooney stands by her staunch support of the direct action group. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumSally Rooney books pulled over Palestine Action support

The award-winning author says she's prepared to accept the consequences of her vocal support of Palestine Action, which was banned under anti-terrorism laws.

Sean O'Grady

Australian baritone James Clayton performs at the Wagner concert final dress rehearsal. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

EntertainmentPremiumOpera returns to State Theatre with Wagner gala

The national opera company is returning to its traditional Melbourne venue, now known as the Ian Potter State Theatre, after a break of more than four years.

Liz Hobday

Stephen Curry is breaking new ground as he takes on the role of King Arthur in a musical production. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

EntertainmentPremiumComedian king is adding some Curry in his musical debut

Comedian and actor Stephen Curry is swapping the screen for the stage as King Arthur in the irreverent musical Monty Python's Spamalot.

Billie Schwab Dunn