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Sunrise

From Channel 7"s popular breakfast show with Natali Barr and Matt Shirvington, Sunrise brings you the show"s latest news, entertainment and human-interest stories.

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0:29

Perth man receives 24-year sentence for child abuse

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2026/02/19

A 33-year-old Perth man has been sentenced to more than 24 years in prison for sexually abusing six children, including a two-month-old baby. Michael Becton pleaded guilty to 77 child sex offences, with police discovering nearly 18,000 photos and videos documenting the abuse. The sentence is one of the longest ever handed down in Western Australia for such crimes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:03

Hollywood-scale studio coming to Central Coast

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2026/02/19

A major film and television production facility is being developed on the New South Wales Central Coast, set to become one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. The precinct will feature 10 sound stages, advanced LED volume screen technology, a record-breaking water tank, and integrated facilities including childcare, education centres and restaurants. Australian actor Luke Hemsworth is supporting the project, which aims to keep productions in Australia, create local jobs and provide

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0:50

Camden's first Spin Out rock and roll festival

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2026/02/18

The Spin Out Festival is a rock and roll event taking place in Camden, Sydney's south-west, featuring live music, dancing, bands and classic cars. The festival celebrates 1960s culture and encourages attendees to dress in period-appropriate attire. This is the first time the event is being held in the Camden village area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:31

Australia's prison crisis: half return within two years

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2026/02/18

Australia's prison re-offending rate has reached approximately 50%, with half of all released inmates returning to prison within two years. The national inmate population has hit an eight-year high while prison costs have surged to $7.3 billion, as governments continue building more facilities. Many prisoners are released back into the same circumstances of poverty, housing insecurity, mental health challenges and addiction that led to their initial incarceration, with one in three women released

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3:31

Australia's prison crisis: half return within two years

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2026/02/18

Australia's prison re-offending rate has reached approximately 50%, with half of all released inmates returning to prison within two years. The national inmate population has hit an eight-year high while prison costs have surged to $7.3 billion, as governments continue building more facilities. Many prisoners are released back into the same circumstances of poverty, housing insecurity, mental health challenges and addiction that led to their initial incarceration, with one in three women released

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1:36

Kyle Sandilands sleeps with childhood pillow Squishy

Sunrise ·

2026/02/18

Radio host Kyle Sandilands has revealed he still sleeps with a childhood pillow called Squishy, prompting other men in his workplace to admit their own nighttime comfort items. His manager sleeps with an unwashed baby blanket nicknamed Blanky, while colleague Hulk keeps a soft toy ninja turtle in bed. The confession has sparked public debate about adults maintaining childhood sleep companions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:22

Cam Bolton's recovery and the coach of 13 nations

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2026/02/18

Australian athlete Cam Bolton, nicknamed 'Camaroni Boltoni', is recovering from a broken neck sustained during training while maintaining his sense of humour. French figure skating coach Benoit Richaud coaches athletes from 13 different countries at the Games, rotating through different national team jackets as his skaters compete in the kiss and cry area. The segment also touches on the unique nature of the double luge event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:29

HOT TOPICS: Hanson faces backlash over Lakemba comments

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2026/02/18

Pauline Hanson faces criticism from Muslim leaders after stating some Australians feel unwelcome in suburbs like Lakemba with high Muslim populations. The comments, which follow her earlier claim that there are no good Muslims, draw strong responses from political figures who emphasise Australia's multicultural values. More than one million Australians visit Lakemba's night markets during Ramadan annually.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:22

Camping gear struggle goes viral

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2026/02/18

A viral comedy sketch by New Zealand comedian Thomas Sainsbury depicts the universal frustration of trying to repack camping gear into impossibly small storage bags after a camping trip. The relatable content resonates with campers who struggle with the same challenge, prompting discussions about rolling versus stuffing techniques and the impractical size of camping equipment storage bags.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:05

Warehouse fire engulfs Abbotsford building overnight

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2026/02/18

A two-storey warehouse on Mollison Street in Abbotsford, Melbourne's north-east, caught fire around 3am, requiring 34 firefighters to battle the blaze. The building was locked when emergency services arrived, and while the fire is now under control, the cause remains unknown. Police have stated they do not believe the incident is suspicious, but fire investigators will examine the scene with Mollison Street remaining closed during the investigation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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1:37

Aussies underusing private health insurance extras

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2026/02/18

New data reveals that extras cover is one of the most underused components of private health insurance in Australia, with many policyholders paying significantly more in premiums than they claim back. Private health insurance premiums are rising 4.1% from April 1st and have increased 17.5% over the past five years, with singles paying over $3,000 annually and families exceeding $6,000. Financial expert Matt Bowen from ING advises Australians to reassess their coverage levels, check for unnecessary

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1:45

Zuckerberg faces landmark social media addiction trial

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2026/02/18

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is testifying in a Los Angeles court as part of a landmark trial examining whether social media platforms are deliberately designed to be addictive and cause harm to young people. The case has been brought by a 20-year-old woman who claims early exposure to YouTube and Instagram contributed to her depression and suicidal thoughts. The trial's outcome could impact approximately 1,500 similar pending cases against social media companies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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0:43

Two escapes from NSW mental health facilities end in...

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2026/02/18

Two men escaped from New South Wales mental health facilities within 24 hours of each other before allegedly committing fatal attacks. Luke Peter Francis, 31, broke out of Cumberland Hospital Mental Health Ward using a stolen staff access card and allegedly killed two people in a vehicle incident in Camden. Stefano Leotola, 25, escaped from a health transfer vehicle the day before and allegedly stabbed two people and killed another in Maryland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:29

Two mental health patients escape and allegedly kill

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2026/02/18

Two men escaped from New South Wales mental health facilities within 24 hours of each other and allegedly killed multiple people. Luke Peter Francis, 31, broke out of Cumberland Hospital's mental health ward using a stolen staff access card before allegedly stealing a car and killing two people in Camden during a police pursuit. Stefano Leotola, 25, escaped from a health transfer vehicle the day before and allegedly stabbed two people and killed another in Maryland.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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5:29

Warehouse fire engulfs Abbotsford building overnight

Sunrise ·

2026/02/18

A two-storey warehouse on Mollison Street in Abbotsford caught fire at approximately 3:00am, requiring 34 firefighters at the height of the blaze. The building was locked when emergency services arrived, and while the fire is now under control, the cause remains unknown. Police have stated they will not be investigating as the incident is not believed to be suspicious, though fire investigators will examine the scene.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:27

ISIS bride banned from returning to Australia

Sunrise ·

2026/02/18

The Australian government has issued a temporary exclusion order banning one of 11 Australian ISIS brides from returning to the country due to national security concerns. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed that Australian passports have been provided to the group of 11 women and 23 children currently in the al-Raj camp in northeast Syria, with DNA testing organised prior to documentation being issued. Ten ISIS brides and 23 children will be permitted to return to Australia, though the

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1:37

Teen arrested after luxury car theft with dog inside

Sunrise ·

2026/02/18

A 17-year-old boy allegedly stole a black Mercedes from a shopping centre in Worongary on the Gold Coast, with the owner's sausage dog Bailey inside. Police tracked the stolen vehicle from the sky and ground for seven hours as it travelled to Logan and back to the Gold Coast, before deploying tyre spikes in Palm Beach where the teenager eventually surrendered on the Gold Coast Highway. Bailey was found by a good Samaritan in Nerang and reunited with his owners after being taken to a vet.See

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5:48

Young Aussie raises $40,000 for Bondi attack victim's...

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2026/02/17

Eleven-year-old Valentine Mayerson has raised over $40,000 by creating and selling beaded bee bracelets to help the family of Matilda Brett Finn, the 10-year-old tragically killed in the 2024 Bondi terror attack. The bracelets, featuring a bee to honour Matilda's middle name, have become a global symbol of peace and remembrance, with nearly 3,000 sold across Australia, Europe, the US and Canada. Valentine aims to raise enough funds to send Matilda's family, including her younger sister Summer, to

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Young Aussie raises $40,000 for Bondi attack victim's...

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2026/02/17

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5:56

Country footy team goes viral with Savage Garden cover

Sunrise ·

2026/02/17

The Queenscliff Football Club in Victoria has created a viral video recreating the iconic 2010 Puma advertisement featuring Savage Garden's 'Truly Madly Deeply', amassing over 3,000 views on Instagram. The senior coach Heath Jamison came up with the idea to boost the small town club's profile and attract new members, with the team filming their rendition in one take after training. The club, located in a town of only 1,500 people on the Bellarine Peninsula, is now selling memberships for $55 and has

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