There’s no better way to sign off the end of the year with a little (or big) beauty haul of all your favourites on sale.

Batsman Travis Head was declared fit for the Boxing Day Test against India on Wednesday in a big boost for Australia while Scott Boland was confirmed as the injured Josh Hazlewood's replacement.

Many retailers have launched early Boxing Day sales and major discounts are in full swing now it's Christmas Eve. If you are buying (late) presents over the next few days, be mindful of delivery times if shopping online – next-day delivery isn’t always guaranteed at this time of year, even with Amazon.

Hungover from yummy food and a good time with your loved ones? Forget the madness of going in store – get comfy on your couch and dial in to shop the incredible Boxing Day sales.

Travis Head fit to play, as Sam Konstas and Scott Boland join the side for the upcoming contest against India in Melbourne.

Australia heaved a major sigh of relief on Wednesday after skipper Pat Cummins declared run-machine Travis Head fit for the Boxing Day test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.India nemesis Head,

Sydney has enjoyed a warm and sunny Christmas Day with an expected change of conditions for the Sydney to Hobart blue water classic.

If you’re needing to stock up after Christmas or want to snap up a bargain in the Boxing Day sales, this is your full guide to today’s trading hours.

Boxing Day, celebrated on December 26, began as a charitable tradition and is now known for big sales and discounts. It’s also a day for family, relaxation, and sports, with football in the UK and hockey in Canada being popular.