Sunrise

Queensland's police wanding laws will become permanent under next year's Making Queensland Safer Laws, named Jack's Law in memory of Jack Beasley, who was fatally stabbed on the Gold Coast in 2019.

For more, Queensland Premier, David Crisafulli, joins.

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Four Australians are in critical condition after suspected alcohol poisoning in Fiji. Local media report that seven tourists, including Aussies, fell ill after drinking cocktails at the Warwick Resort. The patients, suffering severe symptoms, were transferred to a larger hospital for treatment.

For more, senior lecturer in Pharmacology at the University of Adelaide, Ian Musgrave, joins.

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Sunrise is joined by Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek and Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce to discuss the return of the remaining Bali Nine members and whether the Victorian Government's plan to phase out gas appliances in homes could impact voter support.

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Nearly 500 Qantas engineers are striking today on one of the busiest travel days of the year, risking disruptions as 10 million passengers head to airports during the school holidays. 

For more, Peter Doherty and Andrew Lund join.

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A Northern Territory couple discovered a metre-long crocodile behind their dryer, turning laundry time into a terrifying experience.

For more, Vince Nathan and his partner Raylene George join.

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The Coalition will unveil its nuclear energy plan today, claiming it could save $264 billion by 2050 compared to Labor's renewables-only approach. However, a CSIRO report suggests nuclear would be much costlier than wind or solar.

For more, Deputy Opposition Leader Sussan Ley and Education Minister Jason Clare join.

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Sunrise is joined by journalist Joe Hildebrand and the Founding Director of Western Sydney Women, Amanda Rose, to discuss the Coalition's nuclear plan and TIME naming Donald Trump Person of the Year.

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Families are being warned about Christmas lights attracting the unwanted attention of burglars. From open windows to blocked security cameras, your dazzling display could unintentionally invite trouble. 

For more, the Managing Director at Nepean Regional Security, Gina Field joins.

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Hollywood down under is alive as Henry Cavill arrives on the Gold Coast to film Voltron, a live-action adaptation of the 80s cartoon. The $100M project will boost Queensland’s economy and create 1,000 jobs.

For more, Screen Queensland CEO Jacqui Feeney joins.

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Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways launch a new partnership, offering direct flights from Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth to Doha from June 2025, with Melbourne to follow later

For more, Virgin Boss Jayne Hrdlicka joins.

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