Top Stories – Saturday 27 February, 2016
Authorities issue travel warning amid terrorist attack fears in Bali, Malaysia
Threats of ‘indiscriminate’ violence prompt new warnings for a number of hugely popular travel destinations in southeast Asia. Read more.
This innovative new device is the best thing to happen since the iPhone
Samsung dominated this week’s headlines with the much-hyped Galaxy S7. But all eyes should have been on its revolutionary rival. Read more.
Why Big Bash presenter Mel McLaughlin is leaving Channel Ten
Two months after the infamous ‘don’t blush baby’ incident, this accomplished reporter has called it quits. Here’s where she’s going next. Read more.
These are the big brands that could follow Dick Smith into oblivion
A growing list of household names have vacated the retail world. Popular stores like Masters and Borders are just the start. Read more.
Oscars 2016: we pick the winners and they’re not who you’d might expect
It’s not all about Leo. We’re tipping some promising Hollywood newcomers to beat their esteemed competition to the top prizes. Read more.
How Malcolm Turnbull spurned his most devoted supporters
Plus, the latest scare campaigns and Glenn Lazarus’ preference for McDonald’s over dinner with the PM in The Political Weekly. Read more.
MKR duo sacked over controversial ‘cheap shot’ in questionable article
Reality stars complain about ‘personal attacks’ after they penned a scathing restaurant review advising diners to ‘try pizza instead’. Read more.
Holden says ‘no’ to entrepreneur’s bid to save the company in Australia
A proposal to secure classic brand’s SA operations has been rejected, despite some powerful political supporters. Read more.
Treaty hopes as First Nations begin historic negotiations
Indigenous people have requested a Canadian- or NZ-style deal. And the minister wants to ‘step up’ and make it happen. Read more.
One of the greatest ever games of cricket you never saw
Bill Lawry, the prime minister and a seemingly insurmountable run chase. One of the game’s starring players tells us the story from his perspective. Read more.
Why Canberra should be concerned about South Australia’s big battle
There’s more at stake in the potential collapse of this industry than a ‘Whyalla wipeout’. Here’s why the PM needs to step in. Read more.