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Robert Irwin returns to Coffs Harbour restaurant to pay his food bill
Less than a week after admitting he forgot to pay for his bill at a restaurant, Robert Irwin has returned to the scene of the crime to settle the score. The Aussie wildlife warrior, 21, took to Instagram last week sharing a since viral-video where he revealed he unwittingly left The Jetty Pavilion in Coffs Harbour without paying for his salad. Within five days, Irwin made good on his promise to venture back and fix up the bill, with camera crews on hand to capture the moment. 'I'm a man of my word. I said I was gonna pay for the salad, so I'm here to do just that,' he told 7News. 'It went through! We got a tick,' Irwin continued as he tapped his credit card. 'I definitely paid! I'm outta here,' he laughed, while also leaving a generous tip. Owners Ben Hemsworth and Kyle Miller said they'd experienced a 50 per cent boost in business since Irwin shared a video recommendation last week. Irwin triggered global headlines when he admitted to ordering the $26 Harvest Bowl at the local eatery during an east coast road trip, before he was swarmed by fans and forgot to pay. 'I went in there, and there was a lot of people who, you know, saw me and said g'day, and wanted to have a photo. But it turned into a bit of a frenzy … It was a bit of a flurry there for a moment,' Irwin began. 'Anyway, they got the salad done super fast, I made sure I said hi to absolutely everyone, 'Cheers, thanks so much, see ya later.' 'Then the next morning wake up and realise, I never paid for my salad! I just did the old dine and dash and didn't even realise. I felt terrible.' The I'm A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here! co-host said he quickly reached out to the venue and offered to hand over his credit card details to fix up the bill, as he'd already left Coffs at that point. 'They said, 'Don't worry, just leave us a good review.' I said, 'I'll do you one better!'' Irwin continued. 'There are eight million of you guys on here [Instagram]. Go and support the Jetty Pavilion. They are the absolute best. 'I apologise again. Today is not the day I start my life of crime, as much as the tabloids would love that, it's not happening. 'Cheers everyone. Love you, Coffs Harbour.' The Jetty Pavilion owners have since hinted they might name the salad after Irwin in light of the saga.
News.com.au
2 hours ago
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Social media dating trend points to act women no longer accepting
The dating game can be brutal with trends like ghosting and the emphasis on casual relationships amplified — but finally it seems like the bar for the bare minimum has risen. Women of TikTok have put their partners to the test, asking them a series of statements with the question; 'Is this princess treatment or the bare minimum?' For context, princess treatment is when a partner does something that a reasonable person would consider above and beyond. While, the bare minimum is the standard and what should be expected in a relationship. The most telling thing about the trend is exactly what is deemed to be the bare minimum, as for years it was simply replying to a text message before 10pm. Rosie and Harry, a British content creator couple who moved to Australia, took part in the trend. For every answer Harry got 'wrong', 25-year-old Rosie sprayed her fiance with water. 'Princess treatment or bare minimum — knowing exactly what period products I need from the store without asking me,' Rosie asked. Harry responded that was the bare minimum. Next, he said washing Rosie's hair in the shower for her seemed like 'princess treatment', to which she agreed. However, Harry faltered, according to Rosie, when she asked which category it fell under for him to always give her the last bite of his food at the restaurant every time. He dubbed it princess treatment. He said that Rosie always having access to his phone, not liking other women's photos on social media and offering to take photos of Rosie when they were out were all the bare minimum. But, what does this mean for Australia's dating scene? Nicole Colantoni, eHarmony's relationship expert, said that bare minimum behaviour are things like responding to messages, remembering someone's birthday or asking how your partner's day has been. Meanwhile, she's seen 'Princess Treatment' described as dropping your partner off at work and picking them up every day, driving two suburbs over on a rainy Sunday to pick up a favourite pastry and washing their partner's hair. She said it's a stark reminder that you need to know your partner's expectations and love languages. 'It's a playful yet pointed reminder that things like texting back, remembering your partner's birthday, or making plans in advance aren't 'over the top' — they're just the basics of emotional maturity and care,' she said. 'On the other hand, something like booking a surprise weekend away or tickling your partner to sleep might be considered princess treatment — going that extra mile to really make someone feel special.' She said it was a signal that we are finally seeing a shift towards more intentional and emotionally intelligent dating. Ms Colantoni said people are becoming increasingly conscious of what it takes to create a healthy relationship, and people are no longer solely looking at achieving financial security or social status through dating. So, why are people finally bucking the trend of cool and casual when it comes to dating? 'For one, people are more emotionally aware than ever — we're talking about attachment styles, emotional regulation, love languages, and relationship standards openly on social media,' the relationship expert said. 'There's also this culture of comparison happening, where people are constantly scrolling and comparing their relationships to curated versions of others online, which can blur the lines around what's 'normal' versus what's actually meaningful. I also think the post-pandemic world has sparked a deeper craving for emotional intimacy and effort. People want to feel prioritised, not just partnered.' She said to ask for more, it's important to know what you need — and then express it clearly and kindly. It's also important to have regular check ins. 'The trend is a reminder that while we think we know what our partner needs, we often don't — and that clear communication is essential. It also reflects how our standards and needs evolve, and how a relationship has to adapt with them,' she said. 'Sometimes, we do want a little extra care or surprise effort — whether or not we call it princess treatment. And that's okay. The real message is that intentional effort matters.'
News.com.au
3 hours ago
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Father Ray Besanko shares special win with daughter Kasey with Illyivy before he hands over training reins
Illyivy sealed an emotional family triumph for Ray Besanko, with the veteran trainer set to hand over the binoculars and stopwatch to daughter Kasey in the new season. Illyivy made up for a last-start defeat at Caulfield with a sustained run to overhaul Mercurial Lady. Supercilious rounded out the top three. Unplaced favourite Xarpo faded in the straight after a wide run in transit. Besanko appreciated the 'unbelievable' result just weeks before a pending father-daughter training partnership becomes official. 'She's going to take over the reins,' Besanko said. 'She does all the work with this horse, she does everything with her. 'It's all her, I'm so proud of her, I couldn't be prouder.' Kasey Besanko bred the tough Flying Artie filly, a handful off the track but fighter on. Illyivy over the top! A perfectly timed ride by @Logez27 gives the Besanko's a special family win at Caulfield ðŸ'– ðŸ'– â€' 7HorseRacing ðŸ�Ž (@7horseracing) July 12, 2025 'She means a lot to me … when you breed them you don't get to choose, you get what you're given,' the aspiring trainer said. 'I remember when I first saw her I said to Dad, 'she's beautiful, just the most amazing thing ever', and Dad's like, 'here we go again'. 'She's honest, she's hard work, but she means a lot … she's just tough, she doesn't give up. 'See her in the mounting yard, she's full of it, but she's tough, you know she's going to get there.' Rising star apprentice jockey Logan Bates nailed the brief on Illyivy. Bates's father Jamie, a former jockey, rode for Besanko early on. 'It means a lot, Ray and Kasey are unbelievable workers,' Bates said. 'I had a bit to do with this horse early and she's furnished into the horse we all thought she would. 'She's furnished in size, she's a little brute now. 'The other day I just got held up a little bit and the winner (Xarpo) got away, not saying I would've won the race but she's that sort of building type. 'If anything we hit the front too soon and she wanted to pull up, there's a lot of improvement there.' â– â– â– â– â–
