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#BREAKING: Network TEN announce Michael Clarke as the next Bachelor
SINGLE & READY TO MINGLE: The TEN Network has handed former cricket hero Michael Clarke a love lifeline, choosing him to be the next Bachelor. “I’m used to having my personal life widely scrutinised,” Clarke told DBT exclusively. “And if things don’t work out for me on the Bachelor, I could also go on Married At First Sight.” It comes just two days after a leaked video showed Clarke’s girlfriend violently accusing him of sleeping with his former girlfriend. “Michael will make an excellent Bachelor,” says a Network TEN spokesperson. “Viewers can definitely expect another controversy-filled season.” “Now all we…
Read MoreQantas CEO blames emergency landing on passenger who didn’t switch phone to flight mode
FIGHT OR FLIGHT: Qantas is now claiming a passenger is responsible for its rare mayday call that led to the emergency landing at Sydney airport. The passenger on board flight QF144 from Auckland reportedly forgot to switch their phone to airplane mode, causing problems with the plane’s navigation system. “It’s getting very boring telling passengers over and over again to put their phones on flight mode,” says Qantas CEO Alan Joyce. “Please respect our rules.” The airline stopped short of naming the guilty passenger, but did release a photo of him to DBT exclusively. “In the name of safety, we’ve…
Read MoreBUNCH OF TOOLS: Bunnings now hosting birthday parties for men aged 45 & over
SCREW LOOSE: DIY retailer Bunnings is to seize a slice of the birthday event market by catering to middle-aged men. “From next month we’re holding parties at our several stores around the country,” Bunnings CEO John McGuinness told DBT. “We even play pin the tail on the donkey, but we’ll be using an actual hammer and nails,” For lunch, a sausage sizzle, beer and shots of Jack Daniels. “Groups will be treated to a visit from a shop assistant who will answer three DIY related questions per party goer,” says John McGuinness. And guests will be sent home with their very…
Read MoreWoman now only answering calls from people who text first to disclose what the call is about
CALL SCREENING: A local woman is taking drastic steps to ensure she doesn’t get stuck on unwanted phone calls. She’s now requiring a text message or voice note from anyone before they attempt to call her. “It’s 2023,” says Tara Henry. “Even if it’s a call from a close friend, there’s no way I’d pick up without some idea of what it’s about first. It’s a trap for young players.” She says the screening technique has become common place among her friend groups. “If people do try calling me without any kind of warning text, I’ll just let the phone…
Read MoreSIDE HUSTLE: Prine Harry now offering personalised video messages on Cameo for $10
BLANKET COVERAGE: Three days before the release of Prince Harry’s memoir ‘Spare,’ the former Royal has made a surprise appearance on the celebrity video website Cameo. The Duke of Sussex is now offering personalised video messages for just $10 a pop. “For weddings, birthday’s, Barmitzvah’s or for no reason at all, hit me up for a shout out,” Harry told DBT in an exclusive interview. Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle have reportedly been navigating new financial hurdles since their much-publicised exit from the Royal family. However it remains unclear if Prince Harry has joined Cameo for the money,…
Read MoreSocial media influencers now outnumber regular social media users: Report
SATURATION POINT: A new report has delivered a dire outlook for the future of social media influencers. “Of the 2 billion active Instagram and Tik Tok users, 1.1 billion of them now list their primary occupation as ‘influencer,’” says Brae Rule from global research firm Nielson. “This is a big concern for the state of the industry, as there’s very few people left to influence.” “We’re also seeing chronic staff shortages across a range of other industries, as everyone is just staying home trying to be influencers.” The report shows that social media has become a cesspool of random battlers…
Read MorePLACE TO BE SEEN: Kardashians accused of photoshopping themselves into NYD party at Catalina
A-LISTERS: Catalina restaurant at Rose Bay has again cemented itself as a premier NYD destination, after the Kardashian’s posted a photo of themselves at the popular party. The image, featuring Kim, Kylie and Kourtney Kardashian was posted to Kim’s instagram account. “So privileged to be able to celebrate the new year with Sydney’s most beautiful people,” the caption read. “We cant wait to visit Australia again soon.” It quickly garnered hundreds of thousands of likes and comments from adoring fans. But there’s growing speculation the photo is fake. “They’ve just photoshopped themselves into a photo they found on Google images,”…
Read MoreLocal man begins camping out to secure decent view of next year’s NYE fireworks
EARLY BIRD: As most Australians wake up today with hefty new year hangovers, one Sydney is up bright and early. Winston McLatchey has begun camping out in a desperate attempt to guarantee a spot to watch the fireworks display for NYE 2024. “I’m fully committed to this,” he says. “It’s going to be a long 12 months out here, but it’ll be worth it.” The 31 year old says next year will be the first time he’ll have a decent view of the fireworks. “Either way, camping out suits me,” he says. “Especially with Sydney property prices they way they…
Read MoreWealthy homeowner posts fireworks photo as thinly veiled excuse to show off his harbour view
SET PIECE: It’s that time of year again. Every New Year’s Eve, Max Jirgis posts a photo of the fireworks from his sprawling balcony in Sydney’s prestigious Darling Point. “He actually does the same thing for the Sydney to Hobart yacht race,” one of his friends told DBT. “But he doesn’t care about yachts or fireworks. It’s literally all about showing off his view.” In the photo posted just after midnight, Max Jirgis appears alone, but seemingly dressed for a party, wearing a waistcoat and posing with a glass of wine. However DBT understands those items were just props to…
Read MoreNetflix introduce new viewing category: ‘Easy to follow while on your phone the whole time’
SECOND SCREEN: Global streaming giant Netflix has introduced a new category for viewers who often look at their phones while watching TV. “This is a fast growing audience segment,” says Netflix programming boss Felix Schuster. “Most viewers have the TV on in the background while focusing most of their attention on their phones.” The ‘Easy To Follow While On Your Phone The Whole Time’ category includes lots of “non-committal” viewing options like baking shows, reality TV and even Home & Away. “You don’t actually need to know what’s happening in these shows to continue watching them,” says Felix Schuster. “You…
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