News about Kerry Packer

Vizard had been at the height of his powers when he got the call up from the legendary late media proprietor - but he soon found himself trying to plot his escape.

Francesca Packer has finally offloaded her amazing Sydney apartment after first listing the luxury pad almost a year ago. The 29-year-old billionaire heiress reputedly pocketed $30million in the sale after purchasing the five-bedroom spread back in 2019 for $16.75million. Located in Darlinghurst, 2km from the CBD, the penthouse covers an entire floor of the prestigious Horizon building and features spectacular views of the city skyline.

Australian cricket great Greg Chappell (pictured left and right) has called on the general public to help locate one of the most precious mementos from his stellar career at the helm of the national team.

Celebrity agent Max Markson has lifted the lid of his decades of secretive wheeling and dealing, and revealed just how much the TV networks really pay for their most hotly contested interviews.

The billionaire heiress, 28, who is the daughter of investor Gretel Packer and financier Nick Barham, has reportedly been seen arriving at a port in Corfu, Greece. The couple are said to be travelling on Francesca's mother Gretel's superyacht, the Arctic P, which is valued at a staggering $119millionAUD ($80millionUSD).

He was the American fitness guru who motivated millions around the world. And it appears that Richard Simmons' ability to inspire extended to one of Australia's most powerful media moguls. In a recently resurfaced video, former Channel Nine boss Kerry Packer was one of thousands whipped into an aerobics frenzy by Richard at the opening of the Sydney Entertainment Centre back in 1983.

There were wild scenes in the Blues' dressing room after they blew Queensland off the park at the MCG on Wednesday night. Just a warning: You might want to turn the sound down for this one.

Adrian Portelli has made much of his fortune through promotions company LMCT+ , a lottery business which uses a legal loophole to offer prizes including homes, cars and cash. He is best known for his aggressive bidding on The Block where he hunts houses renovated on the Nine Network reality program to give away to LMCT+'s 100,000 monthly subscribers. Last year he bought Melbourne's most expensive apartment when he forked out $39million for a penthouse in the Sapphire by the Gardens development in LaTrobe Street. Mr Portelli (left) made headlines when he used a crane to haul his $3million Maclaren Senna GTR supercar up 57 floors to be displayed on the concrete floor (right).

Some of the wealthiest people in Australia have revealed the financial advice they give their kids. The Aussies shared their secrets as part of The AFR Rich List 2024 , an annual survey of the 200 wealthiest people in the country. A common theme among the Rich Listers was that their kids should always remain down to earth despite their parents' massive wealth.

The former model, 50, previously known as Kate Fischer, has had surgery after her appendix ruptured and has been closely monitored for possible bowel damage. She explained that she has also been put on antibiotics to clean up the 'mess' caused by the septic organ as she detailed her health scare.

Australian billionaire Robert Whyte celebrated his 80th birthday on Friday following news of his reported engagement to fashion marketer Alessandra Eddy. The businessman, who is the country's 141st richest man, enjoyed lunch at the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club in Sydney with his billionaire friends. 'Hungry' Jack Cowin, Airlie Funds Management co-founder John Sevior, and Aussie Home Loans founder John Symond attended the lunch, The Daily Telegraph reported.

Australian billionaire Robert Whyte, 81, is reportedly engaged to his much-younger girlfriend Alessandra Eddy, 38.  Whyte, who is the country's 141st richest man, proposed to the fashion brand owner The Sunday Telegraph days before they attended the annual Gold Dinner - the most exclusive charity gala in Australia. The proposal was kept a closely guarded secret by the couple during the event, the report claims. 

After a 21-year tenure, Seven West Media Commercial Director Bruce McWilliam resigned from the company.

Despite being unable to afford her own jet, Francesca Packer hopped on a commercial flight on Monday. In an elaborate polka dot outfit, the billionaire heiress, 28, who is known for her glamorous and upmarket fashion sense, swept down the plane's aisle. When she arrived at her seat, Francesca was compelled to hitch up her floor-length gown adorned with ruffles.

On Sunday, Francesca Packer and her boyfriend Robert Bates arrived at Melbourne Airport with her boyfriend, who was spotted arriving there. In a figure-hugging black ensemble and matching loafers, the billionaire heiress, 28, who is known for her chic and upmarket fashion sense, kept things low key. With a $75,000 Chanel Tweed Quilted Mini handbag, she accessorized with chic sunglasses perched on her head, a black bracelet, and a black necklace that showcased her chic style.

On Sunday, Francesca Packer and her partner Robert Bates were seen packing on the PDA in Melbourne. The billionaire heiress, 28, battled the heat in a plunging beige blouse paired with a blue and white patterned skirt and green heels. She stepped into the stands with her wellness companion, 43, wearing chic sunglasses and a lime clutch, and she seemed to be in good spirits as she entered the stands.

Ian Chappell and his partner Barbara Ann have bought a new penthouse on Sydney's far northern beaches for $2.4 million. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located in Elanora Heights, 27 kilometers from the CBD, and has ocean views and an entertainment deck. Chappell, 80, who retired as a sports commentator last year, has slowed down after selling his sprawling waterside Bayview home for $3.55 million in June, according to T he Daily Telegraph.

Australians have been on the clock, with just a week remaining to submit their tax returns or face being fined. Australian taxpayers have until October 31 to file their 2022/2023 tax return, or face "swift and firm action" from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), and they could face one penalty unit, $313, per day that it is late.

A 50-meter indoor Olympic swimming pool, a 267-seat theatre, and a full-size basketball court are among Australia's most costly private schools'. Cranbrook School, located in Bellevue Hill, Sydney's most coveted eastern suburbs, is an Anglican private school with both senior and junior campuses. The academy, which will welcome female students from 2026, is just a stones throw from the picturesque Sydney Harbour and just 4 kilometers from the CBD. Cranbrook's annual charges have increased to $75,489 for a boarder and $39,894 for a day boy.

As she stepped out in Sydney this week, Tziporah Malkah appeared almost unrecognizable. Kate Fischer, the former model who appeared in Kate Fischer in the 1990s, dressed down in a casual ensemble as she did a spot of shopping in the eastern suburbs. For her outing, the 49-year-old girl went for a baggy blue dress shirt, paired with a similarly loose pair of trousers.

Kerry Packer's day on a plate was unveiled by his long-time personal chef, who was tycoon Kerry Packer's day on a plate. On Tuesday, Culinary expert Ryan spoke with Nova's Ricki Lee, Tim & Joel, who said the late billionaire had a diversified palate and would try almost everything. "We've hopped on the Bellagio jet flying to Las Vegas, and I asked him what he wanted and he says, "The most expensive thing on here," Ryan said.

RICHARD EDEN: His father, a close friend of Lord Lucan before his disappearance in 1974, but Damian Aspinall's own chance seems to have run out. Aspinall has lost his interest in the family casino business he revived two decades ago, as I can reveal. After failing to pay a £6 million mortgage, investment bank Investec is reported to have taken over Aspinall's 35% interest in Aspers. One of his friends tells me, 'It's the end of an age.' "It's not clear why he didn't pay the mortgage." At one time, his interest in Aspers was worth about £50 million.' Aspinall, 63, was expected to earn a fortune of around £200 million.

When the ABC revived classic Parkinson programs to celebrate its 90th anniversary of broadcasting, it warned that some of what the legendary talk show discussed with his guests more than 40 years ago was no longer relevant. Sixteen of the 28 episodes of Parkinson In Australia, which aired between 1979 and 1982, were released on ABC's iView website: 'The following shows behaviour that is not consistent with current legislation and may offend some viewers.' Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke, late media mogul Kerry Packer, and actor Paul Hogan appeared instalments to get the warning treatment. Parkinson interviewing Ita Buttrose, one of the allegedly offensive episodes, was all rated PG. Parkinson, 88, is photographed with his widow Mary.

At the 2023 Houses Awards, some of Australia's finest homes were chosen. The coveted annual awards honor the best in design and architecture from around the country. A restored historic townhouse with enviable views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge to a three-story shiplap masterpiece that somehow makes concrete seem cosy (inset). A hilltop farmhouse with a dark and moody palette of black timer and stone took out the night's top award (left), although a city breeze block pad with indoor-outdoor spaces as well as a palatial 1970s apartment with a striking polished aluminium ceiling won the grand prize (right).