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.

Celebrity chef Melinda Essie demonstrates three aphrodisiac-filled recipes perfect for Valentine's Day: a classic dark chocolate mousse with candied hazelnuts and berries, pan-seared duck with pomegranate caramelised figs and Persian feta, and an updated prawn cocktail with fennel, orange and avocado. The dishes feature natural aphrodisiacs like dark chocolate and figs, with simple cooking techniques that create impressive results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Last-minute Valentine's Day aphrodisiac recipes

James Van Der Beek, star of Dawson's Creek, has died at age 48 after battling colorectal cancer. The actor was diagnosed in 2023 and passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and six children. In recent interviews, Van Der Beek had spoken about how his cancer diagnosis gave him a renewed appreciation for life, his family, and his passion for acting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek dies at 48

A 1.2-metre dusky shark was discovered inside the netted harbour pool at Manly Beach in Sydney, forcing swimmers from the water. Council workers found no holes in the netting, leaving the shark's entry point a mystery. Shark expert Dr Chris Pepin-Neff discusses the safety of netted enclosures, calls for standardised audits across Sydney harbour pools, and addresses concerns about funding and maintenance following a tragic summer of shark incidents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shark found inside Sydney's netted harbour pool

Angus Taylor has resigned from Sussan Ley's front bench, triggering a potential Liberal Party leadership spill that could occur within days. The delay is caused by the need for Liberal MPs and senators to return to Canberra, with taxpayers covering approximately $50,000 in travel and accommodation costs for the 51 Liberal politicians and their staff. Additionally, a dispute has emerged over the Brisbane 2032 Olympic rowing venue, with Queensland's Deputy Premier insisting it will be held in Rockhampton or not at all, despite concerns about the Fitzroy River meeting requirements and contractual obligations to the IOC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOT TOPICS: Liberal leadership spill looms as Taylor resigns

Norwegian swimmer Henrik Christiansen, famous for promoting muffins at the Paris Olympics, has officially passed the torch to Swiss snowboarder Jonas Hassler, who has become known as the tiramisu man at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Working dogs are now properly credentialed staff at the Winter Olympics, serving in avalanche response teams, course patrol, and security units. Bulgarian slalom snowboarder Tervil Zamfirov set off airport security scanners in Milan while wearing his bronze medal around his neck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The muffin man passes the torch to tiramisu

AFL State of Origin returns after a 30-year hiatus with Western Australia facing Victoria in Perth. Victorian stars including Caleb Serong, Zach Butters and Nick Daicos arrived in the West, with former greats like Gary Lyon and Ross Glendinning delivering motivational messages to both teams. The historic rivalry, which includes WA's famous 1977 victory, sees regular teammates becoming rivals for the first time in three decades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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