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Prince William makes surprise appearance to pay tribute to Aussie legend
14+ min ago (429+ words) Prince William honoured the late Steve Irwin with a heartfelt tribute, making a surprise appearance at an event celebrating the Australian legend's legacy. Guests gathered in Brisbane on Saturday for the annual Steve Irwin Gala, an event dedicated to recognising the work being done by Wildlife Warriors Worldwide " the non-profit founded by Steve and Terri Irwin. The Prince of Wales, who has long championed environmental protection through his Earthshot initiative, joined celebrities, friends and the Irwin family in celebrating Steve's life. William opened the evening with a special message via video. "Steve's mission in life was to safeguard life on our planet and tonight's event is all about carrying forward that dedication to conservation and the natural world," the Prince of Wales said. "He advocated for wildlife and wild places across the globe, dreamed of clean air, abundant, healthy oceans…...
Sunrise star announces birth of first child
15+ hour, 29+ min ago (153+ words) TV star James Tobin has announced the birth of his first child with his wife, Farrah. The Weekend Sunrise presenter took to Instagram on Friday to reveal the heartwarming news alongside an image of his daughter, Tilda. "Our little girl, Tilda Tobin," Tobin captioned the post. Friends and Australian celebrities flooded to the comments section to congratulate the couple. "Congratulations you two. She's absolutely beautiful," Sunrise host Nat Barr said. Emdur's co-host, Kylie Gillies, said it was the "best news update ever", adding she was "so happy for your little fam". Tobin, 44, and Farrah married in an intimate ceremony at the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory " a scenic two-hour drive from Canberra in rural NSW " in October last year. The pair had been dating since 2021. They announced the pregnancy in July, with Tobin saying at the time that they "are…...
Verdict in for Peking Duk’s AFLW grand final pre-match show
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (410+ words) Australian electronic duo Peking Duk have received mixed reviews for their pre-match performance ahead of the AFLW grand final between Brisbane and North Melbourne. In front of a packed house at Ikon Park on Saturday night, the Canberra-born pair played a 17-minute set that included six tracks featuring four different singers. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Peking Duk performs at the AFLW grand final. Peking Duk, who started recording in 2010 but shot to prominence in 2014 with Hottest 100 top-five hits High and Take Me Over, are made up of Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles. Hyde, who also performs as a solo act under the alias Keli Holiday, opened the set with his 2025 hit Dancin2, which is among the favourites for this year's Hottest 100 countdown. He then stepped back to join Styles as Peking Duk behind the decks, welcoming Safia's Ben Woolner, who sung…...
Holly Valance rubs shoulders with royal for first public outing since divorce
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (435+ words) Holly Valance has made her first public appearance since her shock divorce from billionaire husband Nick Candy. The former Neighbours star stunned in a fitted white dress paired with sparkling diamond jewellery at a glamorous London event. The Kiss Kiss singer appeared in good spirits, as she mingled with a royal and celebrity guests. She also posed with her friend, Australian fashion designer Rebecca Vallance, who hosted the exclusive evening. Guests included Zara Tindall, daughter of Princess Anne, along with a number of well-known figures from the entertainment and fashion worlds, including Sharon and Kelly Osbourne. Rebecca Vallance's Instagram described the event as a "night defined by elegance, modern glamour, signature cocktails and the unmistakable. It marks Valance's first public outing since The Sun first reported in June that she and Candy were divorcing after 13 years of marriage. A spokesperson…...
Hugh Jackman makes it Instagram official with new girlfriend: ‘Truly magical’
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (461+ words) Hugh Jackman has officially taken his new relationship with Sutton Foster to Instagram, sharing a heartfelt post about the US star. The Australian actor praised his multi-talented partner, an accomplished actress, singer, and dancer, calling her new show "truly magical. The post marks the first time Jackman has featured Foster on his social media since the couple went public in January, following months of romance rumours. Foster, who played the lead character of Liza Miller in the TV series Younger, is currently performing an intimate Christmas concert at Caf" Carlyle in New York. After attending Thursday's show, Jackman couldn't resist posting a glowing review of her performance. "@suttonlore performing during the holidays at @cafecarlyle, he wrote. "Now that's an iconic NYC night! In the clip, she appears to spot Jackman in the audience, smiling warmly before waving to the camera....
Oz Hair and Beauty drops a $419.99 advent calendar for just $119.95 and it’s set to sell out fast
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (455+ words) Oz Hair and Beauty has just stepped into the festive season in a big way. For the first time ever, the retailer has released a Hair and Beauty Advent Calendar and it is one of the most impressive Christmas launches of the year. Valued at $419.99 but selling for only $119.95 during Black Friday, it is designed to make December feel like a daily unwrapping of beauty and joy. Available from 28 November to 2 December, this limited-edition calendar brings together a huge mix of haircare, skincare, body treats and a few feel-good extras. It is a proper indulgent countdown, offering 24 mini moments of self-care that make the lead up to Christmas feel a little more magical. Think nourishing masks, glossy hair treatments and luxe candles, all tucked behind tiny doors. The mix of brands is one of the biggest drawcards. There are cult…...
Sports fans floored as legend makes shock halftime appearance
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (299+ words) Football fans were in nothing but shock when watching the Detroit Lions" halftime show on Thanksgiving Day. In a performance for the ages, freshly minted Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jack White stunned the Ford Field stadium when he introduced to the stage local hero and Grammy-winning legend Eminem. White, of White Stripes fame, started the show with That"s How I"m Feeling and followed that up with a joint performance of Hello Operator before blowing the crowd away with a remix of Eminem"s Till I Collapse. If that wasn"t enough, the show ended with the 2004 White Stripes" classic Seven Nation Army. Social media lit up after the performance which has been dubbed "the best halftime show the NFL has had in a decade. "This should have been the SUPERBOWL HALFTIME SHOW, one fan said on…...
Harry and Meghan make rare public appearance with their children
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (405+ words) Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made a point of keeping their children out of the spotlight. Apart from the occasional glimpse of Archie, six, and Lilibet, four, during special family occasions, the young royals are never pictured out in public. But on Wednesday, Archie and Lilibet made a rare appearance as they accompanied their parents to a special event in Los Angeles " marking their debut at a charity outing. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their children helped prepare and package meals for people in the community experiencing food insecurity, ahead of the US holiday of Thanksgiving. Meghan shared a slideshow of pictures on her Instagram story, showing Archie and Lilibet enthusiastically joining in the day's efforts. The Sussexes worked alongside staff at Our Big Kitchen, baking cookies, preparing vegetables and boxing meals for those in need. In…...
Best seven plus-size Black Friday deals revealed as prices drop up to 50 per cent
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (704+ words) DE GAIL has rolled out one of the most exciting fashion sales of the season with up to 50 per cent off selected pieces from Monday, 24 November to Tuesday 2 December. The discount drops automatically at checkout and there is also a complimentary tee or tank with every order from 14 November to 1 December. For anyone who has ever felt overlooked in the size-inclusive space, this is a moment worth celebrating. The brand's entire philosophy centres on creating clothes that actually work for women beyond size 14. This started long before the first pattern was drafted. DE GAIL sat down with a focus group of women across the 14 to 24 size range who shared their endlessly familiar frustrations with Australian fashion. Pieces never fit quite right and when they did, they were hardly inspiring. Many brands still scale up size 8 or 10 measurements and hope for…...
Victoria Beckham’s eyeliners are some of the best in the business. They are currently 20 per cent off
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (388+ words) I have always been a fan of a kohl eyeliner pencil. For as long as I can remember (and back when black waterlined eyes was the height of cool), a satin-y kohl pencil has been in my makeup bag, and I have tried more than my fair share of brands when it comes to finding the best. My pick of the bunch? None other than former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham's best-selling Satin Kajal Liner ($57). Promising longwear, waterproof colour, these eyeliners really do deliver colour and precision, and then some. They glide on to your eyelid smoothly and easily, never budging even through a long day in the office. And right now, in honour of Black Friday, you can currently save 20 per cent on all Victoria Beckham beauty with a code being applied automatically at the checkout. It's not just me…...