Nick Kyrgios made a long-awaited return to tennis at the Brisbane International, but his Australian Open hopes are uncertain after a thrilling loss to rising French star Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. The Painful Reality Kyrgios, 29, admitted he’s still playing with significant pain in his wrist and knee, which could make it a “miracle” for him to compete at the Australian Open. “I was really excited for the Aus Open, but after today – obviously I’m super excited. If I’m able to play… but the reality kind of set in to me,” Kyrgios said after the defeat. A Grand Slam Miracle…
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Walk down a quiet street in Sydney, and you might stumble upon a pile of discarded items destined for the landfill. But for 30-year-old Leonardo “Leo” Urbano, these piles are treasure troves waiting to be explored. The Thrill of the Hunt With his hire car waiting down the street, Leo rifles through the items, selecting a few “treasures” to take home. From a $3000 original artwork to $1600 vacuums, $1700 computers, $2000 iPhones, winning lottery tickets, and over $2000 in cash – Leo pays for his rent with Sydney’s rubbish. From Trash to Treasure Leo’s passion for reducing waste and…
As we count down to midnight on New Year’s Eve, several new laws and fees are set to take effect from 12:01 am on January 1, 2025. Here’s what you need to know: Centrelink Payments Get a Boost Good news for over 1 million Australians who receive welfare allowances! From January 1, you’ll see a rise in your payments. If you’re supported by Youth Allowance, Austudy, ABSTUDY, or Carer Allowance, you can expect a hip-pocket boost. Carers will now receive $159.30 a fortnight Single Youth Allowance recipients aged 18 and over living at home will get an extra $17.30 a…
Beloved Star Wars actor Angus MacInnes has passed away at the age of 77. The actor, known for his iconic roles in 1977’s Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope and 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, died peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on December 23. A Career Spanning Decades Born on October 27, 1947, in Ontario, Canada, MacInnes began his acting career in the mid-1970s. His first on-screen appearance was in 1975’s Rollerball, marking the start of a long and illustrious career. His Star Wars Legacy MacInnes’ most notable role came in 1977 when he played…
Are you one of the millions of Aussies who rely on digital wallets to make everyday purchases? If so, you need to take action ASAP! A software glitch affecting 60,000 active accounts means you’ll need to update your debit card details before midnight to keep making payments tomorrow. The Problem: A Small but Important Fix According to the Australian Banking Association and Australian Payments Plus (AP+), a small number of debit cards linked to digital wallets won’t automatically update, causing issues with EFTPOS payments. But don’t worry, the fix is quick and easy! What You Need to Do If you’ve…