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Education Minister highlights government's achievements as Labor gears up for a federal election; Police raid homes of two nurses who posted video appearing to claim they'd kill Israeli patients; And in sport, Australian Jordan Mailata joins victory parade at the Super Bowl.
In this bulletin, businesses selling essential products to be be legally required to accept cash payments; Federal government urged to assist an Australian citizen convicted on national security charges in Hong Kong; and in sports, Will Brown crowned Supercars champion.
Australia, Japan and the United States deepen their military alliance, Israeli air strikes on village in eastern Lebanon kill six, Sweden, the Netherlands and Germany score important wins in the UEFA Nations League.
In this bulletin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says job creation and the inflation challenge will be his focus at the G20 summit; Labor pulls off a historic by-election victory in South Australia; and in sports, First Nations athletes recognised at the National Indigenous Sports Awards.
In this bulletin, a negotiator at the UN climate summit urges nations to lift their ambitions; a total fire ban in place in large parts of western Victoria, as 45 fires burn across the state; a T20 series win for Australia against Pakistan
Climate experts say COP summits ‘no longer fit for purpose’, US Republicans oppose releasing report on sexual misconduct claims against Trump's attorney general pick, An outstanding performance from Ronaldo takes Portugal to the Nations League's quarter-finals.
In this bulletin, Anthony Albanese talks up free and fair trade at the APEC summit; the United Nations says its peacekeeping forces have been shot at in southern Lebanon; and in tennis, Nick Kyrgios is making a return to the game after almost 18 months off with injuries.
In this bulletin, millions of dollars allocated to a new financial climate package; at least 10 people die in a nursing home fire in Spain; David Reynolds clocks the fastest practice time at the Adelaide 500.
Independents say the government's spending cap plan is being rushed; Palestinian Ambassador to Australia welcomes backing of UN resolution to recognise Palestinian sovereignty; And in football, Matildas' Courtnee Vine to take a break from the game.
Spending caps for political parties across the country proposed for the first time; Australia backs a UN resolution to recognise the permanent sovereignty of Palestinian people; And in sport, Nick Kyrgios confirms he'll make his long-awaited return to competitive tennis.
Labor launches a new plan to cap political donations; New Zealand's parliament erupts in protest and the Socceroos survive a nail-biting finish to notch a nil-all draw against the Saudi Green Falcons.
International trade and climate change top of agenda at APEC summit; MP responds to report on sexual harassment against migrant women; And in football, Australia up against Saudi Arabia for a World Cup qualifier match in Melbourne.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says promoting trade is his priority at the APEC summit; A new report finds 51 per cent of migrant women experienced sexual harassment at work; And in cricket, teammates give their support to Australia's Test debutant Nathan McSweeney.
Bangladesh's leader criticises developed nations for their role in global warming; new data shows a record number of First Nations people incarcerated in New South Wales and in football, the Socceroos face Saudi Arabia tonight in an important World Cup qualifier.
Donald Trump selects Elon Musk to lead a new government efficiency department; 900 million dollars up for grabs to incentivise states and territories to improve productivity and competition; And in football, Australia confirmed as a host city for the 2026 Women's Asia Cup.
Israel carries out deadly strikes in Lebanon and the occupied West Bank, The Prime Minister says expelling Iranian ambassador is not in Australia's interests, Veteran coaches Craig Bellamy and Ivan Cleary ready to battle for their fourth NRL premiership.
Pro Palestinian protesters urged by police and the New South Wales Premier not to protest this weekend, Opposition leader Peter Dutton says the Iranian ambassador should be expelled, Another win for Aussie coach Ange Postecoglou and his Tottenham side.
In this bulletin, the WHO says at least 28 medics have been killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon in 24 hours; Queensland opposition leader David Crisafulli vows to resign if he can't tackle youth crime; and in sports, Brisbane Lions Premiership forward Joe Daniher is set to retire.
Extra seats secured to evacuate Australians attempting to leave Lebanon; Israel tells people in southern Lebanon not to return to their homes until further notice; Raiders player set to face court over allegations of aggressive behaviour.
Israel declares the United Nation's Secretary-General persona non grata; Fatima Payman set to form her own political party within weeks; A day of upsets in the European Champions League.
In this bulletin, eight Israeli soldiers killed fighting Hezbollah in southern Lebanon; a European body warns of 'chilling' human rights effects of Assange conviction; and in NRL, the best players and biggest moments of the 2024 season honoured at the Dally M Awards ceremony.
More seats secured to evacuate Australian citizens in Lebanon... gun control a flashpoint in the U-S Vice Presidential debate... and the metropolitan teams the favourites for this weekend's Rugby League Koori knockout
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows Iran will pay a price over its missile attack... Australians in Lebanon again urged to leave... and Alisa Camplin-Warner named as Australia's first female Winter Olympic Team Chef de Mission.
In this bulletin, Iran fires around 200 missiles at Israel; New South Wales Police move to ban pro-Palestinian protests in Sydney; and in the AFL, Harry Perryman to leave GWS to join Collingwood.
Humanitarian visas granted to Palestinian families in Australia; At least five killed in an Israeli strike on southern Lebanon; The Melbourne Storm's Ryan Papenhuyzen back at full strength ahead of the upcoming N-R-L grand final.
A grave warning for Australians as Israel invades Lebanon in search of Hezbollah targets; South Korea jails a police chief over a deadly Halloween stampede; Michael Maguire becomes the new head coach of the Brisbane Broncos.
US says Israel has begun a ground invasion into Lebanon; Australia's first Special Envoy To Combat Islamophobia appointed; Nelson Asofa-Solomona [[uh-soffa solla-moaner]] to miss Sunday's N-R-L Grand Final through suspension.
Greater scrutiny promised after reports of Hezbollah flags at an Australian rally; Fears the death toll from a category four hurricane in the US will rise again; Australia wins its one day international series against England.
Australia says escalating Mideast tensions will have economic and social consequences; Business as usual for Qantas as flight engineers go on strike; Australia's cycling team on top of the world championship medal table in Zurich.
In this bulletin, Hezbollah confirms one of its senior commanders was killed in the Israeli air strike which killed its leader; a new survey reveals it's getting more expensive to see a GP; and in cricket, Captain Mitch Marsh out of the one-day international decider against England.
Penny Wong says concerns over escalations in Lebanon are mounting; Joe Biden says the assassination of Hezbollah's leader provides a measure of justice and in rugby, the Wallabies are focusing on being more competitive.
Activists gather in Sydney to mark 10 years since the birth of Hong Kong's pro-democracy Umbrella Movement, Australians urged to reduce their food waste, Brisbane Lions celebrate their grand final win with fans.
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in an Israeli air bombardment of Beirut, Israel’s attacks across Lebanon displace more than 200,000 civilians, The Lions dominate the Swans to win the AFL grand final.
Penny Wong declares the need for a clear pathway to Palestinian statehood; Israel continues strikes across Lebanon as calls for a ceasefire mount and Melbourne Storm player Nelson Asofa-Solomona hit with four game ban ahead of the N-R-L grand final.
Israel continues its air bombardment of residential areas of Lebanon's capital, Hurricane Helene kills at least 40 in the United States, Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati ruptures his ACL in World Cup qualifier blow.
Israel has bombed a densely-populated residential area of Lebanon's capital Beirut, Actor Maggie Smith dies aged 89 in London, Melbourne Storm secures a spot in the 2024 NRL Grand Final.
Penny Wong says the U-N's current course of action in the Middle East is not working; One dead after a category four hurricane makes landfall in the US; Thousands descend on Melbourne for this year's A-F-L grand final parade.
Talks underway in London on a formal AUKUS bilateral treaty; Concern mounting on vaccination rates as cases of Mpox hit record levels in Australia; Riding legend Grace Brown wins a second gold medal at the cycling worlds in Switzerland.
Iran takes aim at Australia over a social media post; Hamas leaders face US criminal charges over the October 7 attack; North Queensland assistant coach James Maloney sacked after being charged with drink driving.
Four ministers resign from the Ukranian government; The Liberal federal executive launches a takeover of the party's New South Wales division; And in the Paralympics, Australian sprinter James Turner smashes his own world record in the men's T36 400m.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new agreement to fund schools in Western Australia. Opposition leader Peter Dutton accuses Prime Minister of misleading ASIO boss on Gaza visa situation, Alex De Minaur survives all-Australian clash against Jordan Thompson to advance to US Open quarterfinals.
ASIO Director Mike Burgess says his comments on Palestinian Visa vetting have been misconstrued, Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel must control the Philadelphi corridor, Rafael Nadal defends Jannik Sinner over doping allegations...
In this bulletin, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will not be pressured following mass protests; a former childcare worker pleads guilty to more than 300 child sex offences; and in sport, Australian triathlete Lauren Parker wins gold after an upset in Tokyo.
Flights cancellations and power outages as strong winds hit the east coast of Australia; a woman hospitalised after being bitten by a tiger at the Dreamworld theme park on the Gold coast; and in sports, Australia's Alexei Popyrin defeated by American Francis Tiafoe at the US Open.
In this bulletin, the east coast braces for more severe weather; Ukraine has launched one its largest drone attacks on Russia since Russia's invasion in 2022; and in football, Manchester City at the top of the English Premier League after their third consecutive win.
Linda Burney gives her last speech to Parliament; Divers in Italy find five bodies on board a sunken yacht; And in soccer, Manchester City players win both the men's and women's PFA awards.
The Palestinian community has hit back at opposition leader Peter Dutton's calls to halt the flow of asylum seekers from Gaza to Australia; New South Wales government releases most sophisticated predictions yet on climate change.; and, in cycling, Australian Kaden Groves narrowly misses out on victory in stage three of the Vuelta a Espana
Aid groups demand the government uphold international law on World Humanitarian Day, Refugee advocates call for the evacuation of 140 people from offshore detention, Katarzyna Niewiadoma wins the Tour de France Femmes by the narrowest of margins.
Independent MP Kylea Tink to introduce a bill to limit the time asylum seekers can spend in immigration detention, Ministerial powers to place division of the CFMEU into administration could be put in place within days, Preparation for Paralympic blind football events underway in Paris.
In this bulletin, Ukraine has destroyed a key bridge in Russia's Kursk region; An independent MP calls for Australia to release detained asylum-seekers after 90 days; and in sports, Olympic canoeist Noemie Fox expresses her gratitude for the support of her sister.
A man knocked unconscious by a whale off the coast of Queensland; US president Joe Biden prepares to address the Democrat's national convention; Aussie golfer Richard Green in the lead on the Champions Tour in Calgary.
In this bulletin, political debate continues over visas for Gaza refugees; After a two-week delay, the new Sydney Metro set to officially open; And in cycling, Belgium's Justine Ghekiere overcome with emotion after winning stage seven of the women's Tour de France.
In this bulletin, a four-year-old girl flown to hospital after being bitten by a dingo in Queensland; Indian doctors strike as anger grows over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor; And in sport, 14-year-old Arisa Trew on life back home after her history-making result at the Paris Games.
Fears ease for Anzac war graves amid fires on the Gallipoli coast; A woman charged with fraud over a plot to sell the iconic Graceland home of Elvis; A frustrating display for Carlos Alcaraz at the Cincinatti Open.
In this bulletin, first confirmed case of polio detected in Gaza; The Reserve Bank governor says a longer-term plan is needed to ensure the viability of Australia’s cash system; And in cycling, France's Cédrine Kerbaol makes history at Tour de France Femmes.
In this bulletin, travellers urged to consider mpox vaccine; The United Nations chief calls for a pause in the fighting in Gaza to vaccinate children against polio; And in rugby union, The Wallabies say they're ready for tonight's showdown against South Africa in Perth.
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon meets Anthony Albanese in Canberra, An emotional school service held for a girl killed on the Gold Coast, Could Jahrome Hughes become New Zealand's next face of rugby league?
Peter Dutton continues calls for Palestinian visa ban as death toll in Gaza surpasses 40,000, New South Wales Liberals state director Richard Shields has been sacked, Penrith's premiership hopes in doubt as Nathan Cleary suffers shoulder injury.
In this bulletin, Palestinian health authorities say more than 40,000 have been killed since the 7th of October, five people arrested over the death of US actor Matthew Perry, Australian breaking athlete Raygun, breaks her silence on her Olympics performance controversy.
An elderly man charged with his wife's murder almost three decades ago; New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon keen to talk tough with Anthony Albanese; Kylian Mbappe's new teammates celebrate his debut for Real Madrid.
Government set to slash $3 billion in university debt; Labor Senator says Opposition leader is undermining Australia's security agencies by calling to ban Gaza refugees; and in tennis, Australia's Alex De Minaur back in the game for the US Open.
In this bulletin the World Health Organisation declares mpox a public health emergency, eleven-year-old stabbed in London was identified as an Australian tourist, Real Madrid take on Atalanta for the European Super Cup trophy.
Australians warned not to travel to Bangladesh... health checks to extend the careers of older doctors being considered... and the AFL fixture revealed for the final round of the home and away season
Tim Walz speaks for the first time since being unveiled as Kamala Harris' running mate... Penny Wong says the need for a Middle East ceasefire has never been more urgent... and Australia sets a cycling world record at the Olympics
In this bulletin, Hezbollah's leader vows to retaliate against Israel; Vice President Kamala Harris chooses her running mate; and 14-year old skateboarder Arisa Drew becomes Australia's youngest Olympic gold medallist.
The Reserve Bank holds interest rates steady; Disability advocates protest what they call discriminatory housing policy; And in AFL, Veteran Geelong player Tom Hawkins announces retirement.
The United States calls for restraint in the Middle East; Human remains found inside a crocodile in far north Queensland; And in AFL, Richmond's Dustin Martin retires.
Anthony Albanese says more work needs to be done to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians; the Northern Territory Police Commissioner to apologise for racism in policing; and swimmer Kaylee McKeown is the first Australian to win four individual Olympic gold meals.
Virgin Australia steps in after Rex enters voluntary administration; The UK prime minister visits the dance studio where three girls were stabbed to death; In tennis, Alexei Popyrin becomes the first Australian man in over a decade, to make the third round in the Olympics.
In this bulletin, Israel's army launches a strike in Beirut targeting a Hezbollah leader; Rex Airlines enters voluntary administration; and Australia's Kaylee McKeown has won a gold medal in the 100 metres backstroke final at the Paris Olympics.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong condemns the relationship between Russia and North Korea; The United Nations urges transparency in Venezuelan election; And in sport, Olympic organisers further postpone triathlon events over water quality concerns.
At least two children dead after a stabbing attack at a UK dance class; The Australian Federal Police reports an increase in Human trafficking; And in sport, Australia wins another gold and silver at the Paris Olympics.
A 17-year-old arrested over a deadly stabbing attack at a children's dance class in the UK; Australians warned not to travel to Lebanon after an attack in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights; and in sports, the Hockeyroos defeat Great Britain to stay unbeaten in Pool B at Paris Olympics.
In this bulletin, Anthony Albanese calls on Barnaby Joyce to be sacked; Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro wins a third term in office with the opposition expected to contest results; And in canoeing, Jess Fox makes history at the Paris games.
New ministers sworn in as Anthony Albanese reshuffles his frontbench; Venezuelans in Australia say they are being dissuaded from voting; And in skateboarding, heartbreak for Chloe Covell, as she finishes eighth in the women's final at the Olympics.
In this bulletin, the prime minister defends his government's record on immigration; Venezuelans are voting in presidential elections; and in tennis, Alex de Minaur withdraws from the singles at the Olympics.
A major cabinet reshuffle sees Clare O'Neil and Andrew Giles lose their portfolios, Rallies against gendered violence have swept the country, Michael Jennings faces a ban of at least two matches for a high shot on Manly winger Jason Saab.
In this bulletin, Israel vows retaliation over deadly airstrike on the occupied Golan Heights; no-grounds evictions set to be banned in New South Wales; and in swimming, Ariarne Titmus wins gold in the women's 400-metre freestyle in Paris.
In this bulletin, a rocket attack on a soccer pitch kills ten teenagers in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights; Australia calls for an end to destabilising actions in the South China Sea; and in sport, The International Olympic Committee apologises for mixing up North and South Korea during the opening ceremony.
Southeast Asian nations urged to increase co-operation to bring about a Gaza ceasefire; protests outside the New South Wales state Labor conference; and praise for security forces in Paris after the Olympics opening ceremony.
In this bulletin, a rain-soaked opening to the Paris Olympics; two arrests over an alleged drug ring operating from Villawood Detention Centre; and in Rugby League, Melbourne Storm defeats Parramattta 32-14.
In this bulletin, rail sabotage in France ahead of the opening ceremony of the Olympics; Benjamin Netanyahu meets Donald Trump in Florida; and in AFL, Port Adelaide defeats Carlton by 14 points.
Indigenous landowners in the Northern Territory battle expanding demand for defence housing; The children of parents where the husband murdered his wife to sue their father; And, Australia's Olympic swimmers try to ignore a controversial comment on the eve of the Paris Olympics.
Former New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian loses her appeal against a corruption finding; US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have urged Israel's Prime Minister to finalise a ceasefire deal in Gaza; And in football, Matildas lose 3-nil to Germany in the Paris Olympics opening game.
Typhoon Gaemi makes landfall in China; a major fire in the Canadian tourist town of Jasper and surrounding national park and the Matildas lose 3-nil to Germany in the Paris Olympics opening game.
The personal data of 12.9 million Australians stolen in a data breach; Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as president of the European Commission; Two players have their three-match suspensions overturned on separate appeals.
Federal Labor cuts ties with the embattled C-F-M-E-U; Mental health groups urge the government not to ban social media for under 16s; The EuroGames - Europe's largest LGBTIQ plus sporting event - gets underway in Austria.
Australia part of a moving ceremony to commemorate the victims of MH17; US president Joe Biden diagnosed with COVID; Multiple players face fines and bans after a sideline brawl in Wednesday night's State of Origin decider.
In this bulletin, Indonesian authorities intercept 100kg meth shipment bound for Australia; Fortescue cuts 700 jobs amid green tech and diversity push; New South Wales wins State of Origin decider 14-4 over Queensland.
Jacinta Allan wants the CFMEU's construction arm kicked out of the Victorian ALP... warnings Australia faces an unprecedented threat from bird flu... and, in football... Argentina wins the Copa America final amidst crowd chaos
President Joe Biden calls for a lowering of the temperature in U-S politics...the Victorian Branch of the CFMEU placed into administration...a nd, in football, Spain wins Euro 2024, defeating England, 2-1
Joe Biden and Donald Trump both call for unity a day after the assassination attempt on the former president, The families of those who died on Malaysia Airlines Flight MH-17 gather on the 10th anniversary, And a back-to-back Wimbledon victory for Spain's Carlos Alcaraz.
Australian political leaders condemn the violence that resulted in Donald Trump being injured at a campaign rally, Calls for regulate so called toddler milk, Matildas coach says the loss against Canada will help the team prepare for the Olympics.
In this bulletin, at least 90 people are reported dead and 300 injured in an Israeli air strike near Khan Younis; Two men in north Queensland die in a house fire police say is suspicious; nd in tennis, Barbora Krejcikova claims her second Grand Slam singles title by defeating Jasmine Paolini at Wimbledon.
The Prime Minister rejects criticism from the Russian embassy over espionage arrests, A man dies after boat capsizes near the Queensland border, The Matildas set to take on Canada in a friendly match.
In this bulletin, A US judge dismisses the manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin; Russia accuses Australia's security agencies of fuelling paranoia; and in tennis, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic set to meet again in a Wimbledon final rematch.
In this bulletin, Victorian Union leader John Setka resigns after 12 years in the top job; Fifty-one people missing in Nepal after two buses were swept into a river by a landslide; and in sport, Australia's flag-bearers for the Paris Paralympic games are announced.
Labor optimistic Ali France can defeat Peter Dutton in the seat of Dickson, Anthony Albanese congratulates security agencies for preventing attempted espionage, Joe Schmidt says he's confident in James Slipper's leadership ahead of the Wallabies test match against Wales tomorrow.
A member of the Australian Defence Force charged with espionage, US President Joe Biden's health in the spotlight after Ukraine's leader as "President Putin", England's manager says his team will need to play "perfect" in order to beat Spain in the Euro final.
In this bulletin, Australia to provide an additional $250 million in military assistance to Ukraine; Two Australians found dead at a luxury hotel in the Philippines; and in sport, Sydney's Isaac Heeney no longer eligible for AFL's highest individual honour this season.
A three-day snap curfew in Alice Springs comes to an end; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese dodges speculation about the date of the federal election; And in sport, Colombia through to the finals of the Copa America against Argentina.
Melbourne factory fire sparks environmental crisis; US to deploy longer-range and hypersonic missiles in Germany in 2026; And in sport, England through to European Football Championship final.
In this bulletin, Melbourne factory fire to take days to extinguish, Israel's military urges all Palestinians to leave Gaza City and head south, and in tennis, Australian Alex de Minaur pulls out of Wimbledon with a hip injury.
Factory fire in Melbourne's west upgraded to seventh alarm severity; Volodymr Zelenskyy pleas for Donald Trump not to leave NATO if elected; And in tennis, Alex de Minaur gears up for biggest match of his career in Wimbledon quarter-final.
Joe Biden opens the NATO meeting in Washington; Claims more than one in five Australians has perpetrated sexual violence as an adult; And in sport, Spain into the final of Euro 2024.
In this bulletin, Russia claims it was not behind the fatal attack on Kyiv's main children's hospital; Indigenous youth leaders in Alice Springs speak about ways forward after the latest curfew; and in sport, Jasper Philipsen wins stage ten of the Tour de France.
The appointment of a special envoy for anti-Semitism garners mixed responses; Senator says increased domestic violence service funding is welcome but comes too late; West Coast Eagles' coach Adam Simpson to depart after eleven years.
Australia gets its first-ever antisemitism envoy; China is directly accused of cyber-espionage for the first time by Australia; Queensland confident home-ground advantage will play a big role in the deciding State of Origin game.
Health minister Mark Butler says new vaping laws will protect younger Australians, Australia becomes the first nation to impose a ban on engineered stone, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has broken the women's 400-metre hurdle world record at the US Olympic trials.
Sam Mostyn addresses the Senate after being sworn in as governor general, Muslim leaders stand in support of Senator Fatima Payman after her suspension from the Labor caucus, Australian golf star Cam Davis claims his second PGA tour win.
Labor indefinitely suspends senator Fatima Payman for flouting party rules...France's far right National Rally party leads the first round of parliamentary elections... and England advance to the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 in dramatic circumstances
In this bulletin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese labels social media company Meta 'arrogant'; the polls close in Iran as residents cast their vote for a new president; and in AFL, emerging star Harley Reid prepares to make a comeback in the West Coast Eagles clash with Hawthorn.
In this bulletin, members of the Iranian-Australian community vote in Iran's presidential election; health warning issued in Western Australia after two deaths from a mosquito-borne virus; and in sport, Aboriginal AFL star Travis Varcoe set to be inducted into the club's Hall of Fame.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the safety of politicians must be respected, Donald Trump says he'll accept election results if it’s "fair and legal", Tadej Pogačar reveals he recently recovered from COVID ahead of the Tour de France.
The federal government approves ANZ's attempted acquisition of Suncorp, Meta refuses to rule out pulling news from its platforms in Australia, $283 million in funding pledged for Australia's elite athletes and coaches.
In this bulletin, a Labor senator to remain a member of the party after crossing the floor to support a Greens motion; Kevin Rudd says Julian Assange received the same treatment as any citizen needing help; and in sport, Queensland take victory in the first ever three-game Women's State of Origin series.
Julian Assange's wife releases a video message thanking supporters following his release from prison; A former Jetstar pilot convicted of one of two counts of murder and in the NRL, Latrell Mitchell recalled to the Blues Origin team for the first time since 2021.
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange leaves the UK after a plea deal with the United States; Four people found dead inside a Melbourne home and in football, Colombia has beaten Paraquay 2-1 in the Copa America.
Death toll rises after attacks in southern Russia; Victoria to trial pill testing of illicit drugs; and in cricket, Australia's T-20 World Cup hopes hanging by a thread after shock defeat to India.
A substantial pay rise proposed for the incoming Governor-General Sam Mostyn; Armaguard gets a $50 million bailout and in football, the United States beats Bolivia two-nil in their opening match at the Copa America.
Two teens charged over the Adelaide shopping centre lockdown; Saudi Arabia says more than 1,300 people have died during the Hajj pilgrimage and in football, Hungary boot Scotland out of the European Championship with a dramatic stoppage-time goal.
Six policemen and an Orthodox priest have been killed by gunmen in southern Russia; search underway for teenagers who triggered the lockdown of a shopping centre in Adelaide; and in cricket, more weight placed on the match against India to keep Australia's T20 World Cup title hopes alive.
Federal opposition unable to say how much nuclear would contribute to the energy mix; Police investigating after a vehicle tries to ram an officer in Sydney's Inner West; And in cricket, Australia's Twenty-20 World Cup campaign in jeopardy after a shock loss to Afghanistan.
Millions of dollars of illegal tobacco seized in a cross-border bust; An inquiry into Facebook's decision not to renew contracts with Australian publishers and U-S golfer Lexi Thompson claims the first round of the Women's PGA in Washington.
An Australian among the hundreds to die in intense heat during this year's Hajj pilgrimage; Canadian actor Donald Sutherland has died at the age of 88 and concern over England's Euro 24 prospects after a one all draw with Denmark.
Police commend two young girls for their bravery; Penny Wong commits more money for communities in landslide-ravaged Papua New Guinea; Ash Barty makes a return to Wimbledon.
Coalition's nuclear energy plan criticised for lack of detail; Federal MP Josh Burns issues a plea for respectful debate, after his Melbourne office is vandalised and in tennis, Alex de Minaur suffers a shock loss at Queen's.
A delegation of senior Australian officials heads to PNG; Benjamin Netanyahu says the US is working to cancel restrictions on weapons supplies; An Australian teenager becomes the youngest male gymnast to qualify for an Olympic trampoline event.
The prime minister and the Chinese premier sign agreements following major talks; a landmark ruling recognises Kabi Kabi people as native title holders over the Sunshine Coast area, and in sport, teams named ahead of Game Two of the State of Origin next week.
A man shot in a Sydney home invasion; The government maintains it will meet its emissions targets after the opposition said they were "unachievable"; Prison time for three fans who racially abused a football player in Spain.
The US Secretary of State returns to the Middle East for Gaza ceasefire talks, More funding for New South Wales emergency departments announced, The Collingwood Magpies soar into the A-F-L top eight with a win over the Melbourne Demons.
The US Consulate in Sydney vandalised for the second time this year; High hopes for Queensland night life with the appointment of a new commissioner; Six people injured in an off-road race in the Northern Territory.
The Coalition maintains its commitment to nuclear power as it sells its energy policy for the next election; Australia joining crisis talks in the mid east; Carlton says it deserves to be one of this year's AFL premiership favourites.
Remains of missing British journalist Dr Michael Mosley found after five-day search; Former Labor Premiers Daniel Andrews and Mark McGowan receive Australia's top honour in King's Birthday list; Carloz Alcaraz outlasts Alexander Zverev to win the French Open men's singles title.
Celebrations in Australia after the rescue of four Israeli hostages; A memorial service for two brothers killed during a surfing trip to the United States and in Formula One, an Aussie duo to start from favourable positions in the Montreal Grand Prix.
The federal government says Peter Dutton is making a mistake following an energy pledge; calls for age restrictions to be imposed on social media platforms are reiterated; Australia in the box seat to top their T20 World Cup group.
At least 200 Palestinians killed by Israeli air strikes in a densely populated area in central Gaza; the federal opposition says the government will fail to meet their 2030 energy target; Spanish driver Fernando Alonso sets the fastest lap ahead of the Montreal Grand Prix.
Debate over energy policy intensifies; Vladimir Putin says nuclear weapons aren't needed in the war with Ukraine and England fails in its final test before the start of the Euro 2024 tournament.
Warnings about the new directive from the Immigration Minister... a further 28 people dead in the war in Gaza... and Carlos Alcaraz will play Alexander Zverev in the French Open men's singles final
Showers easing in a rain-soaked New South Wales - but the flood risk remains; The winners of this year's Archibald Prize unveiled in Sydney; Three men convicted over separate Nazi salutes at a Sydney football game in 2022.
Community safety at the heart of a new ministerial order on visas; More revelations about expulsions at ANU amid pro-Palestine encampments; Millions offered to boost the next netball World Championships in Sydney.
In this bulletin, the UN responds to reports of 40 dead in an Israeli air strike on a UN school in Gaza; Nine chairman Peter Costello denies striking a journalist at Canberra airport; and in sport, Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says the field in Bangladesh was unacceptable in his side's World Cup qualifying win.
A landmark apology in the New South Wales Parliament for years of anti-gay laws; The ANU expels a student over a pro-Palestine demonstration on campus; A new report calls on FIFA not to put football ahead of human rights.
The A-C-T approves voluntary assisted dying laws; A Newscorp senior executive issues a challenge for the regulation of social media; Michael Maguire debuts as New South Wales coach for tonight's State of Origin opener.
Labor's plans to cap international student numbers criticised by the university sector; The US Congress approves a bill to sanction the International Criminal Court; Australia's cricketers get a T20 World Cup boost.
Australia's trade unions disappointed by what they see as an insufficient minimum wage boost, The Immigration Minister says the government is taking community safety concerns seriously, Australia have been crowned women's World Sevens Series champions in Madrid.
Millions to receive a 3.75 per cent wage increase, Penny Wong denounces Peter Dutton's threat to pull out of the International Criminal Court, A weekend of upsets in the National Rugby League.
The body of a woman found after a two-night search of the site of a Sydney home explosion; government aide says Israel has accepted a framework peace deal, and in tennis, Women's world number one Iga Swiatek moves into the quarter-finals of the French Open.
The Federal Opposition says the government needs to take responsibility for controversial immigration directives; Home Affairs refuses to reveal which agency conducted drone surveillance and in tennis, Thanassi Kokkinakis out of the French Open.
Defence Minister Richard Marles says raises naval incidents with his Chinese counterpart; the Home Affairs Department refuses to reveal which agency conducted drone surveillance; and in football, Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti celebrates a record fifth Champions League title as a coach.
Sharing and creating deepfake pornography punishable with jail time under new laws; the African National Congress forced to share power after election results; and in Tennis, Alexander Zverev survives an epic five-set match at the French Open.
Passengers stranded at Perth Airport after a fuel re-supply fault; Long wait times at South Australia's emergency departments and in golf, another impressive round from Minjee Lee at the U-S Open.
Ticketek says a cyber incident may have exposed its customers' personal data; more than a dozen flights cancelled at Perth Airport amid a fuel supply issue, and in boxing, Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's hotly-anticipated fight postponed to later in the year.
Donald Trump says he will appeal a guilty verdict in his New York criminal trial; Joe Biden lays out a three-phase plan he says will lead to an end to the conflict in Gaza, and in football, London prepares to host the Champions League final.
Activists responsible for a red paint attack on Labor MP offices in Melbourne; Remote terrain still hampering critical relief efforts in Papua New Guinea; Australia falls short in their last practice game ahead of the Twenty20 World Cup.
The offices of several MPs vandalised in Victoria; Local reactions to the conviction of Donald Trump in a New York hush money criminal case; Thanasi Kokkinakis joins Alex De Minaur in the French Open's third round.
Labor Senator Fatima Payman resigns from foreign affairs committees; an Australian citizen among pro democracy activists convicted in Hong Kong's largest national security trial, and in football, tensions mount for the Matildas before their final pre-Olympic friendlies.
Police reveal the gender of a baby who might have been born near Sydney's Cooks River; Drones tracking individuals released from indefinite immigration detention; Two more players embroiled in a men's A League betting scandal.
China lifts trade sanctions on most Australian beef products; Nominations open for this year's Australian of the year awards; Calls for French Open organisers to give more prime time coverage to women's games.
The Opposition stepping up calls for Australia's Immigration Minister to be sacked; Hopes fading for survivors in the P-N-G landslide; Victoria to introduce live tracking of greyhounds to improve industry transparency.
Israeli tanks reported in the centre of Rafah for the first time, in a ground operation garnering global condemnation, Thousands ordered to evacuate from the path of a still-active landslide in Papua New Guinea, Elena Rybakina advances to the French Open second round
Forensic testing underway as the search for a missing mother and baby continues; A groundbreaking new role in the Victorian government to combat gender violence; Australia unveils its men's water polo team for the Paris Olympics.
A frantic search underway for a missing baby and mother; Calls for Australia to expel the Israeli ambassador; Fourteen time winner Rafael Nadal beaten in the first round of this year's French Open.
A new, rapid review into domestic violence launched by the federal government; an Israeli attack on a Rafah camp draws global condemnation, days after the UN's top court ordered a stop to the offensive; The Australian Human Rights Commission terminates a claim against Hawthorn by First Nations former players.
Police called to a student protest in Canberra after the demonstrators refuse to leave; Australian leaders condemn at an anti-Semitic incident at a Melbourne school; A surprising omission as Queensland names its side for State of Origin.
Australia offers support to Papua New Guinea after a deadly landslide; The front gate of a Jewish school in Melbourne vandalised with anti-Semitic graffiti; Australian driver Oscar Piastri claims second place in the Monaco Grand Prix.
In this bulletin... Vanuatu hit by a 6.3 magnitute earthquake; Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth says new awareness campaign will clear up confusion around consent; and in football, Barcelona emerge as back-to-back winners of the Women's Champions League.
An investigation begins into the killing of a mother and her teenage daughter in Perth; Australians stuck in New Caledonia fear they won't be able to make return flights; The Central Coast Mariners triumph 3-1 over Melbourne Victory in a dramatic A-League Men's Grand Final.
Australia says Israel needs to comply with the International Court of Justice's ruling, and stop its bombardment of Rafah... a crackdown on rorts in the National Disability Insurance Scheme... and Manchester City say Manchester United's history makes them dangerous in tonight's F-A Cup final.
Reactions to the United Nations top court ordering Israel to halt operations in Rafah; Hundreds believed to be buried under debris following a landslide in PNG; Valentine Holmes eligible for the State of Origin after avoiding a ban for a dangerous tackle.
An historic apology by Victoria Police over the Stolen Generations; Benjamin Netanyahu to address a joint session of Congress in the United States; An Olympic swimmer forced into retirement because of injury.
New Caledonia delays a new voting rule that sparked deadly riots in the territory; Social media giant X loses a legal bid to avoid local anti-discrimination laws; Australian Olympic champion Chelsea Hodges forced to retire.
China launches 'strong punishment' military drills around Taiwan; The International Court of Justice to rule on a demand for Israel to end Gaza war; Novak Djokovic celebrates a win in Geneva.
A major university Gaza protest coming to an end; the government says it did all it could in the Suki case; and a top NRL player suspended by his own team
The debate over Australia's energy future hots up, as the life of the country's biggest coal-fired power plant is extended... Australia's policy on recognising Palestine remains unchanged in the face of international moves on the matter... and, in rugby league, Isaiah Papali'i signs with the Penrith Panthers
Ireland, Norway and Spain announce plans to recognise a Palestinian state within days; Relieved Australian evacuees return home from New Caledonia, where many more remain stranded; Tottenham loses to Newcastle in front of a bumper crowd at the MCG.
Singapore Airlines send their condolences to the family of a man who died after severe turbulence; More Australians being evacuated from New Caledonia; A court case rules out West Coast forward Trent Brockman from A-F-L selection.
A group of Australians among those injured on a Singapore Airlines flight hit by turbulence; Promising signs in Australia's latest anti-scam report; Aleksandar Vukic eliminated from the ATP 250 event in Lyon.
A passenger killed and several others injured as a London-Singapore flight is hit with severe turbulence; after more than a week of turmoil in New Caledonia, stranded Australians escape to safety; the Matildas name a 25-player squad for their two upcoming friendlies with China.
Mixed local reactions to an international arrest warrant against the Israeli Prime Minister; A man under police guard after stabbing a woman in Melbourne; Parramatta fails to lure Wayne Bennett away from Souths.
Limited flights announced to evacuate Australians from New Caledonia; The government still calling for the release of Julian Assange after the latest UK court ruling; Matildas captain Sam Kerr out of the Paris Olympics.
Police confirm the deaths of a father and son in Lismore; Taiwan's new president calls for peace with China after his official swearing in; Australian golf star Hannah Green edged out in the Americas Open by Nellie Korda.
New Caledonia to remain in a state of emergency for the next fortnight; The opposition preparing for its Budget reply speech tonight; Former St Kilda star Sam Fisher jailed on drugs charges.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers hands down the 2024 Federal Budget; the Opposition calls energy bill relief in the Budget "a band-aid on a bullet wound"; and in rugby league, Gold Coast and Brisbane rocked by injuries.
A tornado leaves hundreds of residents in Western Australia without power; Israel orders further evacuations as it continues it invasion in Rafah; A disqualification at the Eurovision Song Contest threatens to overshadow grand final fanfare; and Essendon makes an impressive comeback against Greater Western Sydney.
The prime minister refutes China's spying accusations after aircraft near miss; criticism of the environmental impact of the federal government's fresh commitment to gas, and in sport, another AFL player suspended for a homophobic slur during a game.
Interest rates remain on hold- for now, Federal Treasurer promises additional cost of living relief in next Tuesday's federal budget, And inquiry recommends that supermarkets that abuse their market powers should be broken up.
A Muslim community leader condemns stabbing attack in Perth in the "strongest terms"; forensic tests underway in Mexico to confirm if bodies found belong to two missing Australian brothers; and in cycling, Tadej Pogačar wins the second stage of the Giro d'Italia.
Authorities reassure the public after the fatal shooting of a 16 year old in Perth; Pleas for calm as pro-Palestine demonstrations continue on Australian university campuses; Calls for better pay in the women's A League competition.
Police investigating the alleged assault of a Queensland Labor MP; More wild weather on the way for an already saturated New South Wales; Daniel Riccardio records his best qualifying result for the year ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus calls for a united front against gender-based violence, Pro-Palestinian protesters and counter-protesters rally at the University of Sydney, A coroner says a Manly Sea Eagles player died after a likely "inappropriate" training session.
A new prime minister for Solomon Islands, Up to a million patrons of pubs and clubs in New South Wales affected by a data breach, In the A-League, the Central Coast Mariners are celebrating winning the A-League Men's competition
Women to access up to $5000 under federal scheme for those fleeing domestic violence, South Korea says it is interested in joining future AUKUS projects, An emotional Rafael Nadal says goodbye to crowds at the Madrid Open.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says tomorrow's national cabinet meeting about domestic violence must come up with solutions, The federal opposition demands two ministers be sacked after the assault of a grandmother, Hannah Green snatches the spot of Australia's top-ranked women's golfer off Minjee Lee.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says she is prepared to make an official apology to First Nations people in Victoria, Protesting students at US college campuses vow to double down on demands, Australia's Hannah Green claims second consecutive win at LA Championships...
Concern that terror labels are leaving multicultural communities on edge; Subsidies being expanded to a lifesaving breast cancer drug; Surfing legend Kelly Slater puts on a show on the first day of the Gold Coast Pro.
The leaders of Russia and North Korea meet; Mexico puts non-human entities on display during a congressional hearing on UFOs; FIFA tells Saudi Arabia it should form a women's World Cup team.
Qantas apologises after the High Court ruled it had breached the law when it sacked 1,700 staff in 2020; Former cabinet minister Stuart Robert has been referred to the federal corruption watchdog and in sport, Australian Rules great Bob Skilton celebrated in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.
A $10 billion social housing fund set to pass the Senate; Republican US House Speaker calls for an impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden; Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard escapes suspension following a controversial knockout.
Freedom for a US researcher who'd been stuck in a Turkish cave; Former Liberal Minister Karen Andrews alleges she was sexually harassed in the federal parliament; And in AFL, Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard to fight a rough conduct charge.
Members of the Moroccan community in Australia express concern for the safety of their relatives after a deadly earthquake, The Albanese government ramps up its campaign in support of an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, Novak Djokovic wins the US Open, claiming his 24th grand slam singles title.
Australian aid and embassy workers ready to assist Morocco's earthquake victims; A man dies from a snake bite in north Queensland, but his friend survives; Prince Harry addresses the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games in Germany.
The death toll following a powerful Morocco earthquake rises to more than 1,300; A man is charged with murder after allegedly driving his car into pedestrians in Melbourne; Brisbane beat Port Adelaide to itch closer to ending their premiership drought.
Support offered to police after a deadly Melbourne crash as the state government defends safety measures; A ban on Australian live cattle exports lifted by Indonesia; Carlos Alcaraz's reign as US Open champion comes to an end.
One person has died and five others injured after a man struck pedestrians in Melbourne; Bookstore Dymocks warns customers of a potential dark web data breach; Carlton have beaten Sydney to secure a place against Melbourne in a knock-out final.
Australia signs a new strategic partnership with the Philippines, Australia's largest super fund taken to court by the financial regulator, Meg Lanning ruled out of Australia's T20 and ODI series against West Indies.
Anthony Albanese accepts an invitation from China's president to visit later this year; NATO says it has no evidence that Russia deliberately detonated drones over Romania; And in AFL, Collingwood has beaten Melbourne in a thrilling opening to the AFL finals.
Sydney has become the second most unaffordable city in the world to live in; The Senate has voted to delay debate on the federal government's industrial relations bill until next year, And in the NRL; New Zealand Warriors half back Shaun Johnson may miss match against Penrith due to injury.
At least 17 people dead after an explosion on a busy market street in Ukraine; Torrential rain and severe flooding hits Greece; And in sport, Spanish football star Jenni Hermoso lodges a criminal complaint against Luis Rubiales.
Australia's national accounts released, showing the economy's losing steam; A collapsed insurance company fined over policies sold to Indigenous customers; A landmark report into concussion injuries tabled in federal Parliament.
In this bulletin, Anthony Albanese in Jakarta for the ASEAN summit; UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for climate action to be made fairer for African nations; and in tennis, Alexander Zverev is into the quarter-finals at the US Open.
Interest rates left on hold at 4.1 per cent; Australia to launch a new economic strategy to deepen ties with countries in Southeast Asia; and in Tennis, Australian 13th seed Alex de Minaur knocked out of the US Open.
Concerns raised over human rights violations in Tibet; the bodies of three US marines begin their journey home; and Brisbane NRL star Adam Reynolds says he has proven those who questioned his longevity, wrong.
Victoria's truth-telling inquiry recommends raft of changes to fix "broken" child protection and legal systems, A report reveals those on income support are struggling more than ever to survive as the cost of living crisis intensifies, Australia's Rinky Hijikata knocked out of the US Open.
Wage theft criminalised under draft laws to come before federal parliament; Campaigning steps up in regional Australia ahead of the Voice referendum; And in sport, Dutchman Max Verstappen celebrates a record 10th win, after taking first place at the Italian Grand Prix.
Yes campaigners celebrate the use of John farnham's iconic 'You're the Voice' song for their campaign video; Opposition leader Peter Dutton says denying Qatar Airways increased services into Australia is harming Australians; Alex de Minaur secures his position in the fourth round at the US Open.
Polls reveal an increasing number of undecided voters in the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum; India launches its first space mission to study the sun; And in Rugby, The Wallabies receive an official welcome at the Rugby World Cup bases in France.
Prime minister Anthony Albanese says the Yes campaign for an Indigenous voice to parliament is gaining momentum... former Coalition foreign minister Julie Bishop to join federal ministers in China for high level talks... and, in tennis... Australian Rinki Hijiata makes it into the fourth round of the U-S Open
Ukraine's forces report some success against the second line of Russian defences; Hong Kong residents feel the impact of Typhoon Saola; And in basketball, The Boomers' World Cup title pursuit is over, with Australia losing to Slovenia.
Defence Minister Richard Marles stands by federal government's pricy flight bill. Greens continue to push for superannuation to be added on paid parental leave. And in basketball, Australia to take on Slovenia in do-or-die match for FIBA World Cup.
More than 70 people are dead after a building fire in Johannesburg; The Immigration Minister removes a Covid-era visa for international students; And in rugby league, The Melbourne Storm records a 32 to 22 victory over the Brisbane Broncos.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton begins targetting the regions for the 'no' campaign of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Consumer watchdog launches legal action against Qantas for selling tickets to cancelled flights. And in basketball, Boomers to face Luca Doncic' Slovenia in second round of FIBA World Cup.
Mixed reactions follow the date announcement for the Indigenous Voice referendum; Gabon's President calls for help following coup attempt; And in football, Sydney FC through to the quarter final in the Australia cup.
In this bulletin:Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces the date for the Indigenous voice referendum; inflation has fallen to 4.9 per cent for the year on July; and in basketball; the boomers are set to learn their opponents in the second round of the FIBA World Cup.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to announce the date of the referendum for an Indigenous Voice to parliament; Mass evacuations underway in the US state of Florida as a powerful hurricane heads towards the Gulf Coast; And in tennis, Michelle Obama honours tennis legend Billie Jean King, celebrating 50 years of equal pay at the US Open.
In this bulletin; a new report finds current whistle blower protection laws are failing. A parasitic roundworm has been pulled from a woman's brain in Canberra. And in tennis, US world number six Coco Gauff survives a surprisingly tough first-round match at the US Open.
Three United States marines who died in a helicopter crash are identified. A magnitude 7 earthquake is reported off Bali with no tsunami risk. And in rugby, the Resurgent Knights out to defy NRL history.
Spanish prosecutors open an investigation into Luis Rubiales; Anthony Albanese to announce the date for the Indigenous Voice referendum tomorrow; and in AFL, Adam Simpson will remain as coach of the West Coast Eagles.
In this bulletin; the PM confident Australians can make up their own minds at the Indigenous referendum vote. Concerns for the health of an Australian writer detained in China. And in sport, the co-captains of the Australian Paralympic Team for the Paris 2024 Games are named.
In this bulletin; fee-free TAFE enrolments exceed expectations. An uncertain future for the Wagner Group after the confirmed death of its leader. And in sport, the Paralympics Committee to decide whether Russia and Belarus can participate in the 2024 games.
In this bulletin: Russia says DNA results confirm the death of Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin; three members of the U-S military killed after an aircraft crash off Darwin; and in sports, Australia loses to Germany at the Basketball World Cup.
Three members of the US military have been injured after a helicopter crash in Darwin, Eleven staff members of the Spanish women's national team have resigned following Federation president Luis Rubiales' speech, Australia faces Germany in Okinawa for the second day of the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
Sydney to host the world-first global nature summit in October next year; Three Ukrainian military pilots killed in a mid-air crash; And in Basketball, The United States win a difficult match against New Zealand in their opening game at the World Cup.
New South Wales police charge a man for the death of two children following a car accident in south Sydney; The head of Spain's football federation has been suspended by FIFA after public outcry; And in Formula One, Daniel Ricciardo has flown to Barcelona for possible surgery after breaking his hand in a crash.
Dodgy education operators will face a crackdown to stop them from exploiting international students. Protestors calling for the resignation of Spanish Football Federation chairman Luis Rubiales, Daniel Ricciardo suffers broken arm during trials for the Dutch Grand Prix.
The player at the centre of the World Cup kissing controversy says she did not consent to being kissed; Two children killed after a car hit a tree in Sydney; And Australian basketballer Josh Giddey speaks following the team's win over Finland.
Russia denies involvement in the plane crash that's presumed to have killed the Wagner leader; The President of the Spanish Football Federation refuses to resign over his unsolicited kiss; And Australia records an imposing win over Finland in the Basketball World Cup.
In this bulletin: former U-S President Donald Trump makes first post on X revealing mug shot from Atlanta jail; Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney defends Electoral Commission on the ballots issue; and in basketball, the Boomers square off with Finland tonight at 6pm in the first game of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
In this bulletin: superannuation expected to play a greater role in retirement savings: Donald Trump's mug shot released after the former US president faced criminal charges at an Atlanta jail over his attempts to overturn his 2020 election defeat; and in athletics: Australian record-holder Jason Deng falls short of qualifying for the 800 metre finals at the world championships.
Vladimir Putin offers his condolences over the plane crash that's believed to have killed Wagner mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin; controversial amendents to youth justice laws pushed through the Queensland parliament and the Spanish Football Association president faces disciplinary proceedings for his unsolicited kiss.
The former principal of an ultra-Orthodox Jewish school in Melbourne sentenced to 15 years in jail; executive bonuses cut at Medibank; and in Tennis, John Millman edges closer to qualifying for the US Open grand slam.
Russian authorities say Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin is among passengers on a jet that's crashed, killing all on board; two teenagers charged over a seven-building fire in Sydney and Nikita Tsyu maintains his unbeaten record in a super-welterweight showdown in Sydney.
In this bulletin: emergency authorities put large parts of Australia on high alert for bushfires this spring; new data reveals the different ways women and men experience physical and sexual violence; and in sport, South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou bristles at suggestions he is too soft on Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker.
Eight people rescued in a mountainous area of Pakistan after getting trapped in a cable car; Anthony Albanese to announce the Indigenous Voice referendum date next Wednesday and Spain's acting Prime Minister condemns the unsolicited kiss at the World Cup.
In this bulletin: Federal government reaches new deal for Murray-Darling Basin plan; New South Wales Upper House MPs resign from One Nation; and in sports, AFL commits to equal prize money for both men and women.
British nurse Lucy Letby sentenced to life in prison for murdering seven babies, Calls for legislation to prosecute those who exploit temporary migrant workers, And in AFL, Phil Davis retires from Greater Western Sydney.
In this bulletin: a reduced tax return this year for thousands of Australians; a new blood test developed by Australian scientists to improve ovarian cancer diagnosis; and in sport, Women's World Cup has biggest audience on record.
Spain defeat England to become the 2023 Women's Football World Cup champions; Ukraine's president vows to retaliate after a Russian missile strike; A controversial Crows loss is upheld as the AFL admits its mistake.
In this bulletin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stands firm in support of AUKUS agreement, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk hands over keys to the city of Brisbane to the Matildas, England and Spain prepare to square off in Women's World Cup final.
The Matildas miss out on a bronze medal in the Women's World Cup; At least seven people have been killed after Russian missile strike in the Ukrainian city of Chernihiv; And in sport, Nobel Laureate Malala Yousufzai visits the Afghanistan women's football team in Melbourne ahead of the World Cup Final.
Labor's national conference wraps up with a call to action on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament; a funding boost for women's sport; and the Matildas gear up for Women's World Cup third-place final against Sweden.
The Prime Minister set to announce one of Australia's most comprehensive investments in women's sport; Canadian fire crews are battling to prevent wildfires from reaching the northern city of Yellowknife; And in football, The Matildas coach says he will use the best possible lineup in the bronze medal match against Sweden.
In this bulletin: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reiterates his support of AUKUS agreement during ALP conference; female leaders from Kenya and Vanuatu call on Australia to reach climate goals; and in basketball, Boomers head to Japan for FIBA World Cup without key player Jock Landale.
A surprise visit from a Canadian warship in Perth comes amid tensions in the Indo-Pacific; The Prime Minister set to face criticisms of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal from within the Labor party; And in rugby, Attack coach Brad Davis quits the team ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
In this bulletin: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese launches attack on Greens for opposing housing policy; Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says police will decide if Federation Square will remain open for Matildas third-place final; and in football, Manchester City add Super Cup to their silverware collection, after penalty shoot-out win against Sevilla.
The Matildas have crashed out of the Women's World Cup after a painful semi-final loss to England; A man to face court over the fatal stabbing of a woman in Sydney; And in basketball, Australia's Boomers lose to Brazil in Melbourne.
In this bulletin: the Prime Minister is meeting with state and territory leaders to address Australia's housing crisis; shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Lidia Thorpe claims Indigenous Voice to Paliament referendum should not go forward; and in football, the Matildas are set to take on England for a place in the Women's World Cup final.
The Prime Minister will meet with state and territory leaders to address Australia's housing crisis; Hawaii wildfire death toll rises to 99 as community members offer urgent relief; And in football, Spain are through to the Women's World Cup final after defeating Sweden two-one.
In this bulletin: four Australians who went missing in waters off Indonesia's Aceh province are found alive; former US President Donald Trump is indicted with a fourth set of criminal charges; and in sport, Richmond star Jack Riewoldt announces his retirement from AFL.
Noel Pearson says the Indigenous Voice To Parliament proposal gives First Nations people a right to take responsibility...a search and rescue mission underway for four missing Australians in Indonesia... and the Matildas play down their good record against England
In this bulletin: Mark Latham removed from NSW One Nation leadership role; Qantas to fly aircraft emblazoned with 'Yes' campaign logo; and in basketball, the Boomers begin their World Cup preparation tournament against Venezuela in Melbourne.
Concerns over housing prices for essential workers; 93 dead in Hawaiian bushfires; and Ange Postecoglou starts life in the English Premier League with a draw
The Matildas Women's World Cup quarter-final against France smashes viewership records, Maui wildfire death toll rises to 89, making it one of the deadliest in US history, Alex De Minaur advances to the Canadian Open final.
The Matildas advance to the Women's World Cup semi-finals after defeating France; At least 80 lives lost in the Maui wildfires; And in AFL, Carlton has extended its winning streak to eight matches after a four point win over Melbourne.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese criticises opposition's stance on constitutional recognition for Indigenous people, The United States express concern over well being of Niger's ousted President, The Matildas set to take on France for Women's World Cup quarter-final.
The death toll in the Hawaii wildfires climbs to 55; Anthony Albanese says the release of detained Australian journalist Cheng Lei not conditional to him visiting Beijing; And in sport, Sweden through to the FIFA Women's World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic victory over Japan.
Refugee organisations welcome the Federal governments additional humanitarian intake, The Reserve Bank Governor highlights further interest rate hikes, and Spain is through to the FIFA Women's World Cup semifinals after a dramatic victory against the Netherlands.
The death toll from Hawaii's devastating wildfires now at 36; Investors defrauded by Sydney woman Melissa Caddick get some of their money back; A handshake agreement ends a long running dispute between players and the N-R-L.
In this bulletin: Anthony Albanese will meet Joe Biden in Washington DC in October. Bill Shorten has called the opposition to apologise to robodebt victims. And in sport, Emily van Egmond says Matildas ready for France challenge.
Eleven feared dead in a holiday house fire in France; A man sent to jail over a stolen bird in Sydney; The Matildas prepare for their next World Cup match - just three wins away from holding the trophy aloft.
In this bulletin: the Greens continue to demand a rent freeze; a republican sworn in as the King's representative in Victoria; and Kyle Chalmers to retire from swimming after the Paris Olympics.
Nurses and midwives in New South Wales to get a four per cent pay increase, The European Union severe ties with Niger after the junta refuses to back down, and the Matildas to face France in the Women's World Cup quarter-finals.
The WA government backflips on its controversial Aboriginal Cultural Heritage laws; the Greens seek to have Scott Morrison referred to a powerful committee over his role in robodebt and West Coast Eagles captain Luke Shuey announces his retirement.
In this bulletin, police say they're keeping an 'open mind' while investigating a fatal house fire on Russell Island; five people are killed in two Russian missile strikes in Ukraine; and in football, The Matildas defeat Denmark in the Women's World Cup to qualify for the quarter-finals.
A new report finds loneliness is growing among Australians; study shows three out of four Australians support a rent cap and the United States is eliminated from the Women's World Cup.
In this bulletin, community grieves after the death of five children and their father in a house fire in Queensland's Russell Island; a passenger train derails in southern Pakistan, killing at least 30 people; and in football, The Matildas coach considers Sam Kerr's role ahead of tonight's match against Denmark.
Three people dead from a suspected mushroom poisoning in regional Victoria; The ACT's top prosecutor resigns following an inquiry into the Bruce Lehrmann rape trial; Australia's netball Diamonds into the World Cup final after defeating Jamaica.
Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan sentenced to jail; The Minister for Indigenous Australians says the referendum is a chance for the nation to redeem itself; and Australian superstar Sam Kerr says she will play in Monday's knockout Women's World Cup match.
The government stands firm on its support for the Voice referendum; Scouts pulling out of the world jamboree as South Korea swelters through a heatwave; Tasmania suspends a prominent greyhound trainer over mistreatment allegations.
An extra 19 years added to Alexei Navalny's jail term; the Prime Minister to deliver a keynote address at the Garma Festival; and in sport, an impressive first quarter earns the AFL's Western Bulldogs a 55-point win over Richmond.
In this bulletin: China scraps its tariff on Australian barley; Federal police backtrack on what Peter Dutton was told about an offshore detention contract; and in sport, Canada changes their mind about bidding for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Former US President Donald Trump arrives in Washington D-C to appear in court; at least 12 people injured in an attack near Seoul, South Korea; and two-time world champions Germany are knocked out of the Women's World Cup.
Human remains found in the search for a missing Army helicopter crew, Australia to return ancient sculptures to Cambodia, Australian cyclist Rob Stannard to miss the world championships over doping allegations. Listen to Australian and world news, and follow trending topics with SBS News Podcasts.
Twenty-three Australians stranded in Niger following a military coup; a man who killed 11 people in a synagogue attack in the United States to face the death penalty; and Brazil and Italy knocked out of the Women's World Cup.
In this bulletin: the Greens stand firm in their opposition to the government's housing bill; US authorities to push for a speedy trial after Donald Trump's third indictment; and in sport, Victoria's Parliament to probe the cancellation of the Commonwealth Games.
A new report shows social media apps TikTok and WeChat could pose a threat to national security; A skyscraper in Moscow struck by a drone for the second time in three days; And in football, Denmark to face the Matildas in the round of 16 of the Women's World Cup.
Interest rates on hold; Anthony Albanese lashes Scott Morrison in parliament over the robodebt scheme; and the Sydney Opera House to be lit up in honour of the Matildas
The Matildas defeat Canada at the Women's World Cup, booking a spot in the knockout rounds; new data shows New South Wales police used force against Indigenous Australians at vastly disproportionate rates; and the Reserve Bank set to decide on whether to keep interest rates on hold.
Defence Minister Richard Marles says there's no longer hope of finding missing helicopter crew alive; The Liberal Party will support the Government's bill to increase the Jobseeker rate to 40 dollars a fortnight; And in sport, AFL great, Lance Franklin, has announced his retirement - effective immediately.
A new report urges reform of parent visas, saying the backlog and wait times shows the system is dysfunctional; more Australians are moving further away from capital cities to make a new life; and in sport, Dutch cyclist Demi Vollering celebrates winning the women's Tour de France.
An investigation launched into the Whitsunday helicopter crash as the search continues for the missing crew; The 15th anniversary of a landmark Indigenous sea rights case is observed observed in the Northern Territory; Demi Vollering claims stage seven of the women's Tour de France.
In this bulletin; Labor's Megenta Marshall claims victory in the race to retain the seat of Rockingham. The European Union cuts off financial support to Niger. And in sport, Australia sets a world record at the world swimming championships in Japan.
The search continues for four missing air crew members after a Whitsundays helicopter crash; An appeal continues to help an Adelaide woman with a rare blood type; Sam Kerr declared fit for the Matildas' crucial match against Canada.
In this bulletin; the man-in-charge of a coup in Niger declares himself the country's new leader. Regional security and energy dominate bilateral talks between Australia and the United States. And in sport, England claim their second win in the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Two dead in a light plane collision north of Brisbane; the Greens push back against plans to re-introduce a controversial housing bill and the Emmy Awards likely to be postponed.
In this bulletin; the United Nations warns an era of "global boiling" has begun. The federal government to host two senior US ministers, as Australia seeks to deepen security ties. And in sport, the Matildas suffer a shock blow in their Women's World Cup campaign.
A new taskforce to tackle suspected gangland shootings in Sydney; Typhoon Doksuri moves on to Taiwan after killing six people in the Philippines and Yara Kastelijn takes out stage four of the Tour de France Femmes.
In this bulletin; American Actor Kevin Spacey acquitted in UK sex offence trial. A pod of stranded whales in Western Australia euthanised. And in sport, the Matilda's prepare to take on Nigeria for their second game in the Women's World Cup.
Inflation eases, workers walk off the job at a big infrastructure project, and Tottenham's owner is charged with insider trading
In this bulletin; China's foreign minister dumped without reason. Two pilots killed in a plane crash, fighting wildfires in Greece. And in sport, the Philippines celebrate their first-ever Women's World Cup win.
Calls for a super profits tax to fund construction and solve Australia's housing crisis, The Electoral Commission expects a high voter turnout ahead of the voice to parliament referendum, Hockey Australia to renew investment in the wellbeing of players ahead of the Paris Olympics.
In this bulletin, a senior public servant resigns after damning Robodebt scheme findings; more evacuations in Greece as wildfires spread; and in sport, Victorians in the dark over how much the state government will pay for pulling out of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The business lobby raises concerns about proposed changes to casual employment laws; no new cost of living relief; and the Matildas train without captain Sam Kerr.
In this bulletin, allegations a soldier was threatened by the Australian Defence Force over war crimes testimony; Victoria's housing policy plans panned by critics; and in sport, Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard has won the Tour de France for a second year in a row.
In this bulletin, police probe potential links between a car fire and the shooting of three people in Sydney, an overhaul of laws to limit rent rises on the cards for Victoria, and in sport, the AFL's integrity unit to investigate the racial abuse of Port Adelaide's Willie Rioli.
In this bulletin, the search for a man who went missing after a Sydney boat capsized scaled back; senior doctors in the United Kingdom strike for the first time in almost 50 years; and in football, A-League team Perth Glory goes into receivership following financial struggles.
In this bulletin, an Australian officer to be permanently on board a newly commissioned US navy ship, a man dies in hospital after being tasered by Victorian police, and in cycling, Slovenian Matej Mohoric wins stage 19 of the Tour de France.
American pop and jazz singer Tony Bennett dies aged 96; the Defence Department apologies to a group of soldiers following a pay bungle; and in AFL, Essendon coach Brad Scott admits star defender Jordan Ridley appeared tired and flat in Friday night's clash.
The opposition criticises Labor's new wellbeing framework; Advocates call for a new public health campaign to raise awareness around HIV; And in sport, Victoria confirms its new Super Netball team.
In this bulletin, Australian and US military personnel commence training exercises across northern Australia; the first national wellbeing framework reveals Australia is becoming a more inclusive and diverse society; and in sport, the Matildas begin their journey in the Women's World Cup with in over Ireland.
Labor takes credit for Australia's resilient unemployment figures; more details emerge about the gunman who killed two people in Auckland and in cycling, Jonas Vingegaard tightens his grip on the yellow leader's jersey in the Tour de France.
2026 Commonwealth Games could return to the United Kingdom, Wildfires continue to burn across residential areas in Greece, and Sam Kerr says the Matildas are eyeing nothing less than a win in the FIFA Women's World Cup opener.
Victoria's Premier defends his decision to cancel hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games; The federal government to establish regional university hubs; And in sport, Two rugby league legends inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame.
Search for new Commonwealth Games host after Victoria pulls out, Jim Chalmers becomes Australia's first treasurer in four years to meet his Chinese counterpart, and Jonas Vingegaard extends his overall lead in the Tour de France after a gruelling stage 16.
Official arguments for the 'yes' and 'no' campaigns released ahead of the Indigenous voice referendum; The Victorian government accused of inflating the estimated cost of the 2026 Commonwealth Games as its pulls out of hosting; And in sport, Fears over the fitness of Matildas midfielder Tameka Yallop ahead of Thursday's opening Women's World Cup match.
The official pamphlets for the Voice To Parliament referendum published; a Russian grain crisis; and Cam Smith defends Greg Norman
Executives from Deloitte front a Senate committee; a woman in hospital after being attacked by four dingoes and the Business Council calls for improved employment outcomes for people with disability.
In this bulletin, Russian President Vladimir Putin says his country is ready to use cluster munitions. New South Wales considers implementing tougher penalties for domestic violence. And in tennis, Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to win the Wimbledon men's title.
In this bulletin, New South Wales police charge nearly 600 people with domestic violence offences in a special operation, the Coalition celebrates its by-election win in Fadden, and in rugby, Wallabies coach Eddie Jones maintains Australia can win this year's Rugby World Cup despite another dispiriting loss .
Coalition candidate Cameron Caldwell has been elected in the Queensland seat of Fadden; Twenty-two people confirmed dead and 14 missing in South Korea after torrential rains; and Markéta Vondroušová becomes the first unseeded woman to win a Wimbledon title.
In this bulletin, just two hours left for voting in the Fadden by-election, Australia on track for a special exemption on U-S export control laws to accelerate AUKUS submarines, and in sport, world cycling's governing body slaps a ban on transgender athletes.
An Australian film shuts down production - as a major actors strike takes place in the United States; concerns a World Health Organisation decision on an artificial sweetener will confuse consumers; and in football, the Matildas beat France 1-0 in their final test before the Women's World Cup.
The appointment of the first ever female governor of the Reserve Bank welcomed; guidelines released to protect consumers from greenwashing and excitement as the Matildas face-off against France in Melbourne.
Hollywood actors to join the writers strike; Ukraine says it has received cluster munitions, less than a week after the United States announced them; And in football, Australia's final test ahead of Women's World Cup to be played in front of a sell-out crowd.
A cashless gaming trial to get underway in New South Wales, the Commonwealth Bank defends its profitability and Jai Hindley remains in third place after the 11th stage of the Tour de France.
Huw Edwards named as the suspended BBC presenter; Australia to send more Bushmaster vehicles to Ukraine; And in football, concerns around payments for Women's World Cup players.
Anthony Albanese aims for a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the last day of the NATO summit; An Indigenous man loses his bid for early pension access; A new blow for a former bikie in his martial arts career.
In this bulletin, NATO says Ukraine's membership process will be shortened; a pro-democracy activist reunited with his family in Sydney after four years in a Vietnamese jail; and in football, the Matildas gear up for a world-class match against France ahead of the Women's World Cup.
The Prime Minister departs Germany for the NATO summit; Ben Roberts-Smith to appeal his defamation loss; The Socceroos to take on New Zealand in a friendly later this year.
In this bulletin, Turkiye agrees to Sweden's bid for NATO membership; Australia to deploy a specialised aircraft to Germany to assist with logistical support to Ukraine; and in tennis, 16-year-old Russian qualifier Mirra Andreeva is defeated by 25th seed Madison Keys at Wimbledon.
Queensland to review its troubled residential youth care system; Increasing staff shortage fears as the childcare rebate comes into effect; Former A-F-L player Barry Cable stripped of Sport Australia Hall of Fame honours.
In this bulletin: the Prime Minister secures a one-billion-dollar defence deal with Germany; the BBC suspends a leading male presenter; and in cricket, England keeps its Ashes hopes alive, beating Australia by three wickets in a thrilling third Test.
The fallout continues from the Robodebt findings; cyber bullying complaints involving children more than triple and Australian rookie Oscar Piastri will start the British Formula One from third on the grid.
In this bulletin, an injured sailor rescued from rough seas in the Great Australian Bite, six killed in Iran in a suicide bombing attack, and in sport, the Adelaide Thunderbirds break through for their first Super Netball title.
A lawyer says the Robodebt findings show the former government "acted like crooks"; the United States defends its decision to sent Ukraine widely-banned cluster munitions and the Wallabies hope for a historic victory in tonight's match against rugby world champions South Africa
In this bulletin, victims of the Robodebt scheme support accountability through a royal commission, Switzerland joins a European air defence project launched by Germany, and in AFL, the Magpies defeat the Bulldogs 89 to 77 at Marvel Stadium.
Peter Dutton criticises the timing of the Robodebt Royal Commission report; New South Wales government plans to fast track rental reforms amid rising prices; FIFA says yes to Indigenous flags at the Women's World Cup.
In this bulletin, at least five people killed in the Ukrainian city of Lviv, Traditional Owners make emergency application to prevent damage to a culturally significant site in Darwin, and in cricket, Mitch Marsh celebrates his Test return with a magnificent century in the third Ashes Test.
The Immigration Minister defends hotel detention after a landmark court ruling; Delays in major airports because of an IT system crash; An investigation continues into the leaking of private A-F-L player images.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to travel to Germany for bilateral talks; Israel's authorities insist their military operations are far from over; And in sport, A three-day football event showcases First Nations talent.
Linda Burney presses the yes case for the Indigenous voice referendum; 16 children rescued from harm in the Philippines; Brazil arrives in Australia for the World Cup on a plane adorned with the images of Iranian protestors.
In this bulletin: at least seven people wounded in Tel Aviv after a man drove into pedestrians; a Perth hospital denies neglecting an Indigenous girl who died in its care; and in cricket, England vice-captain Ollie Pope is ruled out of the Ashes test.
Interest rates put on pause; Talks on removing Australia's visa barriers for Indonesia business people; Caleb Ewan hoping to build on the momentum from his podium win in stage three of the Tour de France.
The Indonesian President lands in Sydney ahead of crucial trade talks; The Reserve Bank to meet today for the July cash rate decision; And in tennis, a slow start for Australian Max Purcell in the Wimbledon championships.
PwC removes eight partners over a tax leaks scandal; Disgraced former NSW MP Daryl Maguire defends himself over a damning ICAC report; The Matildas name their squad for the upcoming World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
In this bulletin, a boost in financial payments for migrant and refugee women fleeing domestic violence; the federal government announces a new Special Envoy for the Pacific; and in cricket, Australia secures a 2-nil series lead in the Ashes.
Rallies in support of the Voice to Parliament; Peter Dutton says the resources industry deserves credit for the government's budget surplus and Novak Djokovic prepares to defend his Wimbledon crown.
In this bulletin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a larger-than-expected budget surplus will ease inflation, more than 1300 people arrested in France during a fourth night of rioting in response to a teenager's fatal shooting, and in AFL, Port Adelaide achieves a heart-stopping four-point win over Essendon at the MCG.
Wild winds cause flight cancellations at Sydney Airport; minimum wage increases come into effect and Australian cricket legend Allan Border reveals he has Parkinson's disease.
In this bulletin, French authorities struggle to control the violence gripping many parts of the country, a Queensland coroner finds systematic failures by the state's health services, and in sport, Socceroos midfielder Aaron Mooy retires from club and international football.
Local councils get a financial lifeline for natural disaster repairs; Australia launches an official campaign to attract more tourists from China; Manchester City facing accusations of accepting illicit payments.
Forty-thousand police officers deployed in France amid riots across the country; First Nations leaders call for an independent review into Queensland's health services; And in Rugby Union, New Zealand defeats Australia 50-nil in the women's Pacific Four test series.
Australia ready to provide an ongoing security presence in the Solomon Islands; A new medicine added to the P-B-S to tackle the country's diabetes crisis; Tottenham Hotspur snatch midfielder James Maddison from Leicester City on a five-year deal.
Eleven people are killed in a Russian strike on Eastern Ukraine; A New South Wales MP warns of misinformation related to the Voice; And in cricket, three protestors storm the Lord's pitch in a dramatic start to the second Ashes Test.
Australia still on track to record a surplus following a lower than expected inflation result; Chris Dawson found guilty of unlawful carnal knowledge; The Wimbledon warmup campaigns of two Australian players suffers a blow.
Exiled mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin lands in Belarus; Anthony Albanese launches Labor's by-election campaign on the Gold Coast; And in AFL, two Geelong stars are inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame.
Cyber crimes falling under the radar in Australia; The victim of a Sydney shooting identified as a major underworld figure; A new report finds discrimination is rife in English cricket.
In this bulletin, Vladimir Putin speaks for the first time since the Wagner group marched towards Moscow; a Greens Senator says the Voice to Parliament still has a good chance of success despite negative polling; and in sport, cricketer Ash Gardner steers Australia to success in the Ashes test.
A toddler dies in a driveway tragedy near Brisbane; Russia's failed Canberra embassy site finally vacant after a High Court loss; A nervous wait for West Australian surfer Jack Robinson as conditions delay the Rio Pro.
In this bulletin, former Labor leader Simon Crean dies at the age of 74; the Wagner group leaves the Russian cities it took over; and in sport, the Raiders have held off a late reaction from the Roosters at Sydney Football Stadium.
Australians warned to leave Russia immediately; New South Wales to make changes to its driver demerit point system and Alex de Minaur makes striking progress with a Queen's Club triumph.
In this bulletin, Russia's mercenary group turn back to avoid bloodshed after a major challenge to President Putin's power, concerns about misinformation ahead of the Voice referendum, and in cycling, organisers of the Tour Down Under announce the details of the new race format for 2024.
Russia's security service investigating the mercenary Wagner chief after claims of a mutiny; Anthony Albanese meets families set to benefit from the government's childcare reforms and Australia's Tyler Wright advances to the quarter-finals of the Rio Pro.
In this bulletin, the federal government sanctions three men involved in the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, a Labor MP reportedly declares a need to push back against the transgender community at a state Parliament event, and in cricket, the Australian women's team battle confusion over umpire decisions on the second day of the Ashes.
Russia takes its Canberra embassy dispute to the High Court; Remains found of miners killed in a New Zealand explosion thirteen years ago; Cameron Munster in doubt for Melbourne ahead of this weekend's clash with the Sea Eagles.
Five people aboard a missing submersible confirmed dead following extensive search efforts; The Senate sets up an inquiry into the rental crisis to agree to freeze or cap rising rents; High-flying Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe expected to return from his injury to face Adelaide's potent forward line.
Gurrie rangers issue a warning after a dingo attack on a small boy; Four critically injured in a Paris explosion; Jarome Luai receives death threats after the second State of Origin match.
In this bulletin, Labor's signature housing future fund bill delayed until October; New South Wales to reveal nationwide plan to crackdown on modern slavery; and in sport, Queensland Maroons seal a 2-0 series win against New South Wales in Brisbane.
In this bulletin, New South Wales Police accused of a coverup over the tasering of Clare Nowland; at least 41 dead in a Honduras prison riot; and in sport, the International Olympic Organising Committee says it's fully cooperating with a fraud investigation at its Paris office.
The federal government says it is taking allegations of war crimes against the Australian Defence Forces seriously; U-S President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden pleads guilty to two charges of wilfully failing to pay income taxes; Football New Zealand to contact FIFA over its walk off in the Qatar friendly.
In this bulletin: senior Australian Defence Force leaders referred to the International Criminal Court; four injured in an axe attack in New Zealand; and in sport, New Zealand defends its decision to walk off from its friendly match with Qatar, citing alleged racial abuse.
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles to announce an increase to Australia's humanitarian intake, The United States and China agree to stabilise relations between the two countries after talks, Nick Kyrgios insists he is still hopeful he will overcome an injury to compete at Wimbledon next month.
The Prime Minister says Australians can 'make history' following the passing of legislation for a referendum on an Indigenous Voice; The Greens win a bid to delay Labor's housing bill until October; and in sport, American golfer Wyndham Clark wins the US Open.
Opinion divided over whether David Van should quit the Senate, as federal parliament prepares to resume, Police foil a terrorist attack on a gay pride festival in Austria, And Australian swimmer Cameron McEvoy impresses in the 50 metres freestyle, ahead of next month's world championships.
Housing activists react to the federal government's social housing fund; one man killed in a prison in South Australia and Collingwood's seven-year Super Netball journey ends on a high.
In this bulletin, Senator David Van quits the Liberal Party, and says he plans to remain in parliament on the crossbench, Labor and Liberal leaders address party supporters on the Voice referendum, and in cycling, Bahrain Victorious withdraws from final stages of the Tour de Suisse.
Community housing providers welcome a $2 billion dollar funding boost for social housing; the United Nations says sexual violence is forcing women and young girls to flee Sudan and at least 15 people killed in a bus crash in Canada.
In this bulletin, the Victorian Liberal party to hold an urgent meeting to discuss allegations of sexual misconduct, African leaders begin a peace mission in Ukraine, and in cycling, a Swiss cyclist has died following a crash during the Tour de Suisse.
In this bulletin: politicians from all sides of parliament demand action against Liberal senator David Van following allegations of sexual misconduct; Crown Resorts handed a $20 million fine for failing to pay Victoria’s casino tax; And in AFL, Richmond coach says Marlion Pickett doesn't need to address teammates after facing 12 charges in a Perth court.
A former Liberal senator accuses a colleague of inappropriate touching; Cyclone Biparjoy makes landfall in India and Pakistan; and Port Adelaide climb to the top of the AFL ladder after defeating Geelong.
In this bulletin, sexual assault allegations against Senator David Van see him removed from the Liberal Party room, the Greens move to suspend consulting firm PWC as government tax agents for two years, and in the AFL, Marlion Pickett returns to training at Richmond after facing a Perth court on burglary charges.
Lidia Thorpe withdraws a sexual assault claim against a Liberal senator; t least 79 people dead as a refugee boat sinks off Greece; and in sport, Kai Taylor to compete in the world swimming championships in Japan.
Australia moves to ban two Nazi symbols and the IS flag...a new code to try and keep gas prices affordable...and Socceroos coach Graham Arnold looking to move past last year's World Cup, even with a big re-match with Argentina looming
In this bulletin: Donald Trump pleads not guilty to all charges against him; seven people drown off the coast of Mumbai as India and Pakistan brace for cyclone Biparjoy; and in sport, St Kilda forward Dan Butler has his ban removed by the AFL tribunal.
Federal Finance Minister Katy Gallagher again denies she's misled parliament over the Brittany Higgins matter...Federal Opposition leader Peter Dutton says Australians aren't ready for the Indigenous Voice To Parliament...and Shane Flanagan is set to be the new coach of the St George Illawarra Dragons
The driver charged in the Hunter Valley bus crash set to face court this morning; Italy's longest serving Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi dies, aged 86; And in sport, Parramatta coach Brad Arthur expects to be without NRL star Mitchell Moses next week.
Police in the process of charging a bus driver in relation to the deadly wedding crash in New South Wales; A man to be charged with murder in Western Australia after a policeman who was run over by a car dies in hospital; And in swimming, Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus looks to reclaim her 400 metre freestyle world record.
Ukrainian authorities claim to have taken back several villages; Barry Humphries honoured in King's Birthday list; and in sport, Australia defeats India to win a maiden cricket World Test Championship.
Negotiations continue on Labor's plans for an affordable housing future fund; A search for bodies at the site of a Sydney fire winds down; The A-F-L prepares for the ninth annual Big Freeze fundraiser for motor neurone disease.
In this bulletin: traditional owners in the Northern Territory urge Australians to support their call for recognition; Donald Trump makes his first public appearance since being indicted; and in cricket, Australia hopes to build on the lead against India in the bid for World Test Championship glory.
Reports of a link between Donald Trump's classified documents case and Australia; An apology welcomed over media coverage of the Myall Creek massacre; German Georg Zimmerman wins stage six of the Criterium du Dauphine.
In this bulletin; nuclear secrets and storing files in the shower - the indictment against former US President Donald Trump unsealed. Boris Johnson to step down from his role as a UK Member of Parliament. And in sport, Australia sent home in a crushing defeat in the Super Rugby quarter-finals.
Amidst economic gloom, the Prime Minister says Asia gives Australia one of the biggest opportunities in human history...another important endorsement for the Indigenous Voice To Parliament...and Karim Benzema unveiled as the newest big-name football star in Saudi Arabia
In this bulletin; four toddlers critically injured in a stabbing attack in the French Alps. State and federal governments commit to the first national disability database. And in AFL, Sydney's Lance Franklin becomes the fourth highest goal kicker across the league.
Calls for an investigation into the Brittany Higgins compensation payout; legal experts want an independent body to examine wrongful convictions; and the FIFA Womens World Cup trophy arrives in Australia
In this bulletin; fears a collapsed Ukrainian dam could be intensifying the country's humanitarian crisis. Pope Francis 'awake and alert' after a three-hour hernia surgery. And in cricket, Sri Lanka secures the One Day International series win over Afghanistan.
The national account figures are released - revealing economic growth has slowed right down; An iconic island off the Queensland coast renamed; Charges dropped against Olympic boxer Harry Garside.
In this bulletin; evacuations underway in southern Ukraine following a dam explosion. Prince Harry testifies in London's High Court. And in sport, former Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou becomes the first Australian coach of an English Premier League club.
The Reserve Bank raises interest rates again...the new Premier of Western Australia confirmed...and Socceroos coach Graham Arnold hails the Tottenham-bound Ange Postecoglou as a pioneer for Australian coaches
A decision looming on interest rates; two Australians facing the death penalty in Vietnam granted clemency; and in Tennis, Beatriz Haddad Maia becomes the first Brazilian woman to reach a Grand Slam quarterfinal in 55 years.
Kathleen Folbigg to walk free from jail after receiving a pardon...yet another interest rate rise tipped for tomorrow...and, in rugby league, New South Wales almost certainly needs to find a new halfback for the second State of Origin game
In this bulletin: the Taliban reacts to the Ben Roberts-Smith defamation verdict, new laws set to be introduced on migrant worker exploitation; and in Tennis, Novak Djokovic inches closer to a record-breaking 23 Grand Slam titles.
Australia offers climate change aid as the Prime Minister continues his visit to Vietnam; A signal fault the potential cause of India's worst train crash in years; Celtic celebrate their third domestic trophy.
The death toll rises after India's worst train crash in decades; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese lands in the Vietnamese capital Hanoi; and the Central Coast Mariners secure their second-ever A-League Championship.
The death toll from a train crash in India to rise even higher; The mother of an abandoned baby in Sydney comes forward; Key figures in a deadly soccer stadium stampede in El Salvador avoid prison.
The Prime Minister dismisses claims the Indo-Pacific region is a potential theatre of conflict; at least 50 dead and hundreds injured following a train accident in India; and in sport, six complainants in the Hawthorn A-F-L racism saga publicly reveal their identities.
Minimum wage increases by 5.75 per cent, Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells Ukrainians to keep their air-raid shelters open, Nathan Lyon says World Test preparations won't be hurt by the Ashes.
A top media lawyer declares the Ben Roberts-Smith verdict is very significant for media freedom; Ukraine's President ramps up calls for his country's NATO membership; and in Women's Rugby League, Queensland grabs an important lead in their two match series against New South Wales.
The Federal Court rules that Ben Roberts-Smith did commit war crimes in Afghanistan, The US inches closer to avoiding economic disaster as the House of Representatives passes the debt ceiling bill, Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis claims the biggest win of his career against Stan Wawrinka.
A homicide investigation launched after a toddler is found stabbed to death in Sydney; Indigenous protesters clash with police in Brazil; and Queensland make a stellar debut in the first game of the State of Origin series.
Philip Lowe offers advice to renters as inflation spikes again, A man accused of threatening Brittany Higgins appears in court, The AFL says legal action might still be possible despite the code closing its Hawthorn racism probe.
Western Australia's deputy premier expected to become the state's new leader; migrant and cultural community organisations rally their support behind the Yes vote for the Voice referendum; and the AFL clears allegations in the Hawthorn racism inquiry.
Western Australia's Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson emerges as frontrunner to take over as premier; Deputy Greens leader Mehreen Faruqi says she too has experienced racism within the Greens and a fashion label fined for underpaying long service leave entitlements.
Anthony Albanese says Australians who oppose the Voice are not racists; a labour hire firm suspended from a major rail project following an alleged fraud scandal and US tennis star Sloane Stephens says racist abuse towards players is getting worse.
In this bulletin: WA Premier Mark McGowan says he leaves with no regrets as he announces his resignation; Spain's prime minister calls a snap election in July; and in sport, emerging Australian cycling stars gear up for the Commonwealth Youth Games.
Western Australian premier Mark McGowan resigns in shock announcement, PWC orders nine of its partners to go on immediate leave amid recent tax scandal fallout, The New South Wales team dealt a huge blow in the lead up to the State of Origin.
In this bulletin: the Prime Minister to label those opposed to the Voice as running a scare campaign; an earthquake is felt overnight in Melbourne; and in sport, Collingwood await scans to determine how long Steele Sidebottom will be sidelined by knee injury.
A man shot in the neck in a Tasmanian hunting accident; Police arrest two Greek nationals over an alleged cocaine smuggling operation; Slovenian Primoz Roglic close to winning his first Giro d'Italia title.
In this bulletin: the federal government to tonight present the first federal budget surplus in fifteen years; Qantas to challenge a ruling in the High Court; and in sport, Australian Michael Matthews wins stage three of the Giro D'Italia.
In this bulletin, a federal budget boost for single parent payments, construction giant Boral fined thousands after workers were exposed to silica dust, and in football, an injury scare for Matildas star Sam Kerr.
In this bulletin: the federal government to allocate more than 14 billion dollars in the budget to try and ease cost of living pressures; Syria is readmitted to the Arab League after a 12-year suspension; and in football, Australian Ange Postecoglou makes Celtic champions of Scotland again.
The Budget to contain an energy bill relief package, At least eight dead in a mass shooting in the United States, And in cycling, Remco Evenepoel storms to victory in stage one of Giro d'Italia.
King Charles III is crowned at Westminster Abbey; The government announces changes to Petrol tax; And in N-R-L, the Dolphins have a new hero after an impressive performance by Valynce Te Whare.
The Federal Opposition challenges the government to sustain any surplus it might deliver in the Budget; police in Taiwan question a woman over the poisoning of a Queensland university student and the World Health Organisation says COVID-19 no longer represents a global health emergency.
The World Health Organisation declares COVID-19 no longer a global emergency; Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi calls the Prime Minister's attendance at King Charles III's coronation 'disgusting'; And in sport, a narrow Magic Round victory for the NRL's Canberra Raiders, while the Brisbane Broncos thrash the Manly Sea Eagles.
In this bulletin: at least 8 dead in a second mass shooting in Serbia; a state funeral in Melbourne for Father Bob Maguire; and wild celebrations across Italy after Napoli wins its first league title in 33 years.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a free trade agreement with the UK will begin at the end of the month, The US denies accusations of being involved in Kremlin attack, The Boston Celtics emerge victorious against the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA.
In this bulletin, unions welcome a record pay boost for aged care workers, a European crackdown on the Italian 'Ndrangheta mafia, and in tennis, Carlos Alcaraz wins against Karen Khachanov at the Madrid Open.
The Kremlin accuses Ukraine of an assassination attempt against Vladimir Putin, The federal government pledges more than a million dollars towards a Voice referendum education campaign, And a decades long dream becomes reality: Tasmania will have its own AFL team.
In this bulletin, two police officers stabbed and the alleged attacker killed in South Australia, the Northern Territory green lights fracking, allowing the Beetaloo Basin development to go ahead, and in sport, an historic day for football, as Tasmania is officially awarded a licence for the AFL's 19th Club.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, Rockets fired from Gaza into Israel after a Palestinian prisoner died following an 87-day hunger strike, and Aslan Karatsev has knocked out world No.3 Daniil Medvedev at the Madrid Open.
In this bulletin, the Reserve Bank delivers a surprise interest rate hike, the federal government to increase the tobacco tax as part of its fight against vaping, and in sport, Tasmania all but confirmed to get its own AFL side.
Police injured in violent France May Day protests, Australia to ban the importation of non-prescription vaping products, and Australia's men's and women's Indigenous cricket teams head to Vanuatu.
In this bulletin, Tony Abbott describes the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament as "dangerous", shock and sadness as MasterChef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo dies suddenly aged 46, and in sport, Rugby Australia Chief Executive Andy Marinos resigns.
The federal government to conduct a review into Australia's infrastructure, Tasmania the best-performing Australian state economically, according to a new report, Sydney FC has beat Western United 4-0 in the A-League Grand Final.
Defence minister Richard Marles says building long-range missiles in Australia is a priority, An Australian man formally charged in Indonesia for allegedly spitting in an Imam's face The NRL's match review committee hands down bans of up to four games to Wests Tigers and Manly players.
The federal government says it cannot guarantee evacuation for Australians remaining in Sudan; The Ukrainian community is calling for donations of another Australian-made armoured vehicle; And in NRL, the West Tigers pull off a 12-8 win over reigning champions Penrith.
Criticism over announcement to build a new football stadium in Tasmania, Quicker pathways for migrants to become permanent residents, The Western United women's team gear up for the A-League final.
At least 23 dead following airstrikes in Ukraine; A new study finds Australia falls behind in refugee employment; In sport, the South Sydney Rabbitohs' hat-trick sets up a thrilling NRL night.
Labor looks to reduce spending on the National Disability Insurance Scheme; A woman arrested by Thai police on suspicion of killing 13 people; Matildas star Sam Kerr named Australia's flag-bearer for the coronation of King Charles.
In this bulletin: Australian citizens escorted out of Sudan; China offers to facilitate peace talks over the war in Ukraine; and in sport, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan says he's open to being involved in a Tasmanian AFL team.
In this bulletin, a review finds Australia's migration program is failing to attract the most highly skilled people, a search continues for an Australian man who fell overboard from a cruise ship, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan says he's open to being involved in a Tasmanian AFL team.
In this bulletin: the Home Affairs Minister says Australia's migration system is 'broken'; Russian Opposition Leader, Alexei Navalny is seen for the first time in months; and in NRL, the Souths make the signing of Jack Wighton official.
Inflation falls slightly to 7 per cent, Four Labor MPs support calls for an increase in the Jobseeker payment, And Tasmania could be a step closer to entering the AFL.
US President Joe Biden announces his re-election bid, Hospital staff in Melbourne are told to return overpaid wages, Wimbledon will ban Russian flags at the 2023 grand slam amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
In this bulletin, thousands attend Anzac Day services to honour those who've served, US President Joe Biden says teaching should not be a life threatening profession, and in the AFL, Collingwood up against Essendon in the annual Anzac Day encounter in Melbourne.
Anzac Day commemorations begin in Australia and around the world, Russia urges Armenia and Azerbaijan to comply with a 2020 ceasefire agreement, A set of gates at the Sydney Cricket Ground are named after two international cricket players - for the first time ever.
In this bulletin, a review finds Australia's defence force needs an urgent overhaul, concerns for at least 158 Australians in war torn Sudan, and in AFL, Collingwood and Essendon set for their biggest Anzac Day clash in decades.
Australia's first defence strategy review in 37 years set to be released, Concerns about a "brain drain" after citizenship changes for New Zealanders in Australia, Dutch cyclist Demi Vollering wins the Ardennes Classics triple crown.
Talks underway for a state funeral for Barry Humphries; New Zealand's Prime Minister celebrates the citizenship deal for New Zealanders in Australia and the final day of the inaugural LIV Golf tournament.
Celebrated Australian entertainer Barry Humphries has died at age 89; Sudan's army has agreed to help evacuate foreign nationals; And in sport, Novak Djokovic withdraws from the Madrid Open.
The federal government says the discovery of the Montevideo Maru wreckage brings closure to a tragic episode in Australia's history; global sea levels rising much faster than expected and the Greens have withdrawn support for Tasmania's AFL licence bid.
A new pathway to citizenship for New Zealanders living in Australia; The death toll in Sudan continues to rise as another United Nations employee is killed in the conflict; And in sport, the Eels beat the Broncos 26-16 at Darwin's TIO Stadium.
Five dead in a horror smash near the Victoria and New South Wales border; The opposition pushes back on criticism of its Voice position; Australia's contingent making a strong start at the Chevron Championship women's golf major in Texas.
In this bulletin: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg in Kyiv; aid agencies say the situation in Sudan is beyond catastrophic; and in sport, the Rabbitohs come from behind to beat their premiership rivals Penrith 20-18 at Accor Stadium.
The Reserve Bank Governor welcomes the recommendations from the big review into the central bank...restrictions on bottle shops in Alice Springs extended... and Brisbane Broncos star Payne Haas a wanted man in more than one sport
In this bulletin: Treasurer Jim Chalmers to release an independent review into the Reserve Bank; the head of the UN Refugee Agency tells SBS Australia's resettlement program is to expand; and in sport, Human Rights Watch criticises the Saudi-backed LIV Golf event in South Australia.
Scathing criticism of the Victorian government from an anti-corruption body, Tributes for social justice warrior Father Bob Maguire who has died aged 88, And in cricket, David Warner named in the Ashes squad.
In this bulletin: Sudan's ceasefire deal has been shattered by heavy gunfire; eleven Indonesian fishermen are rescued on a remote island in Western Australia; and in football, Bayern coach Thomas Tuchel remains confident ahead of tomorrow's clash with Manchester City.
The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme stresses the importance of reforming the system, The New South Wales government announces 7.5 million dollars in support for victims of domestic violence, Basketball Australia bans transgender athlete Lexi Rogers from playing in the Women's League One division.
In this bulletin: the U-N repeats its call for a ceasefire in Sudan; former Prime Minister Paul Keating's rift with the Labor party widens; and in sports, Sydney Swans coach John Longmire refuses to put a timeline on Paddy McCartin's recovery.
Australia's foreign minister warns against conflict over Taiwan; former Liberal MP Pat Farmer begins a 14,000km run across Australia in support of Voice campaign; and Australia's first Indigenous woman to play Test cricket dies at the age of 90.
In this bulletin: a power struggle in South Sudan has cost the lives of 59 people; four people have been killed in a shooting at a birthday party in Alabama; and in football, the Premier League title race heat race heats up as Arsenal draw level 2-2 with West Ham.
Calls for a dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children's commissioner; Japan's Prime Minister says he won't be ruled by fear after he was targeted with an apparent smoke bomb; and in sport, players look forward to the Wallabies' first training camp ahead of Rugby World Cup.
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his partner outside a Darwin hotel; the death toll in Ukraine climbs to 11 following a Russian missile attack; and in sport, the Waratahs break a four-match losing streak with a win over the Western Force in Sydney.
A second person charged under Australia's Foreign Interference Bill; Japan's prime minister safe after he was targeted with what appears to be smoke bomb; and in sport, new rules announced requiring Australian athletes to leave the Olympic village in Paris once they finish their events.
A man is charged with murder following a fatal stabbing in Sydney; US intelligence leak suspect faces charges in court; and Tom Papley is the star of the show, as Sydney hit back to thump Richmond in Adelaide.
A paramedic dies after being stabbed while on duty; localised flooding expected in Western Australia from ex-Tropical Cyclone Isla and Russia's military continues its attacks on the eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut.
An arrest in the United States over a leak of classified documents; Tropical Cyclone Ilsa downgraded to a category three storm and new research into diversity on Australian screens has shown some improvement.
Tropical Cyclone Ilsa crosses the W-A coast as a category four storm, Norway expells 15 Russian officials it accuses of spying, The AFL 'Gather Round' kicks off with a massive win for the Crows.
Tropical Cyclone Ilsa upgraded to the highest Category 5 intensity; Peter Dutton has called on the Prime Minister to deploy the Australian Federal Police in Alice Springs and record hotel occupancy in Adelaide ahead of the AFL's inaugural Gather Road.
Treasurer, Jim Chalmers is confident Australia will avoid a recession, US President Joe Biden delivers a speech in Belfast, The AFL chief leaves a North Melbourne player with a decision to make on his future.
Australia's competition watchdog wants tougher laws to stop uncompetitive mergers; claims workers are missing out on superannuation payments and the AFL chief pledges to try to hunt down racists who are abusing players.
In this bulletin: hope rises amongst Australian farmers of better access to the Chinese market; US president Joe Biden arrives in Northern Ireland; and in sport, Novak Djokovic returns to the tennis court with victory in his first match at the Monte Carlo Masters.
The federal government says it's reached agreement with China over tariffs on barley; Peter Dutton thanks Julian Leeser after his resignation from the frontbench and Sydneysiders gather at Allianz Stadium to mark 100 days until the start of the FIFA Women's World Cup.
In this bulletin: essential workers are being priced out of the rental market; the federal Treasurer set for important meetings in the United States; and in sport, Geelong Cats coach Chris Scott praises Jeremy Cameron as AFL's best player.
The federal government expresses concerns over a leak of classified U-S documents; communities in Western Australia warned to prepare for a cyclone and in sport, two teenagers win the Stawell Gift, Australia's richest footrace.
In this bulletin: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he is not considering changes to his plan for an Indigenous voice to Parliament; heightened security in Jerusalem as thousands of Muslim and Jewish worshippers decend on holy sites; and in sport, Newcastle returns to the NRL's top eight for the first time in more than a year.
In this bulletin: Easter Sunday marked in Australia, along with Passover and Ramadan; debate continues on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament; and in Tennis, Tunisian Ons Jabeur reaches the Charleston Open final for the second straight year.
In this bulletin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese remains 'confident' Australians will back an Indigenous Voice to Parliament; Easter celebrated around the world as Pope Francis leads Mass at St Peter's Basilica; and in golf, relentless rain suspends play at Augusta National.
In this bulletin, China launches military exercises in the Taiwan Strait, calls for transparency after a cyber hack affects education records in Tasmania, and in sailing, the first yachts expected at the finish line tonight in Queensland's Brisbane to Gladstone classic.
In this bulletin, a US judge halts approval for a widely used abortion pill; plunging temperatures forecast for the Easter long weekend; and in sport, a thrilling night of NRL ends in wins for the South Sydney Rabbitohs and the Dolphins.
The Australian Federal Police investigated over the handling of the Bruce Lehrmann case; New Zealand interested in joining the AUKUS security alliance; and in tennis, top seed Jessica Pegula into the quarterfinals of the WTA's Charleston Open.
Ken Wyatt quits the Liberal Party over its stance on the Voice to Parliament; a survey finds nearly two-thirds of Australians can't afford to travel over Easter and Collingwood star Jack Crisp set to play tonight despite a video circulating on social media that references illicit drugs.
The Prime Minister urges the Islamic community to support the Indigenous Voice to Parliament; Cleo Smith's abductor sentenced; and Melbourne City beats Melbourne Victory
The Liberal Party announces it formal position on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, The Reserve Bank governor says there will be more interest rate rises to come, New Zealand's women's football team changes its uniform rules to respond to period stigma.
Former US president Donald Trump pleads not guilty to falsifying business records; Finland becomes the 31st member of the NATO alliance; And in sport, Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne found guilty of sexual assault.
Interest rates remain unchanged as the Reserve Bank adopts a 'wait and see' approach, NASA names the first woman to go to the moon, And in sport, AFL and rugby league bosses testify on betting ads before a parliamentary inquiry in Canberra.
Donald Trump arrives in New York as he prepares to face criminal charges; Australia is set to ban the use of short video app TikTok across all government devices; And in sport, Cricket Australia announces a new pay deal, with female cricketers set to benefit.
Aboriginal land rights champion Yunupingu remembered as a "national treasure", after his passing, Lockheed Martin to deliver the nation's new defence satellite communication system, Cricket Australia announces a new pay deal, with female cricketers set to benefit.
An earthquake in Papua New Guinea; a death on Cradle Mountain in Tasmania; and a new pay deal for Australian cricketers
In this bulletin, the fallout continues following the Liberal Party's defeat in the Aston by-election, at least 22 dead in tornadoes across the United States, and in sport, an inquiry announced into claims of race fixing in the Tasmanian harness racing industry.
A historic by-election victory: Labor candidate Mary Doyle wins the seat of Aston; at least five people dead as tornadoes and severe storms sweep through the United States; and Football Australia introduces a new working group to develop inclusive policies for transgender athletes.
The Liberal Party fights to hold onto the Melbourne seat of Aston, Australia's high commissioner to the UK to visit Julian Assange in prison; And Football Australia to finalise its policy on transgender inclusion.
Donald Trump to avoid handcuffs following his indictment; former Paralympian Oscar Pistorius denied parole; and Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso speeds through second Melbourne Grand Prix trial.
Donald Trump sympathisers ask for donations following the former president's indictment; A major inquiry announced for Sydney's troubled train network; Former Paralympian Oscar Pistorius applies for parole after ten years in jail.
Former US President Donald Trump indicted by a Manhattan grand jury; The government backing a wage increase for Australia's lowest-paid workers; Sydney F-C boss Steve Corica says the men's A-League finals destiny is in their own hands.
In this bulletin: Pauline Hanson condemns a homophobic post by New South Wales One Nation Party leader; Investor warns against Australia's new gas export policies; and in football, Caitlyn Foord helps Arsenal reach the Champions League semi-finals.
Peter Dutton defends not going to this morning's introduction of the Voice referendum bill, The UN votes to take a climate change case to court, Indonesia stripped of hosting rights for this year's under 20 men's world cup.
In this bulletin: grim projections about what Antarctica's melting ice will do to oceans; a Wurundjeri Elder is removed from an event featuring Barack Obama; and in sport, Russia claims the IOC discriminates against its athletes.
Children's welfare to be central to the federal government's planned changes to Family Law, Experts say Australian banks are capable of withstanding pressures as rising inflation, Phoebe Litchfield named in Australia's squad for the women's Ashes.
The government opens consultation on a potentially life-saving alert system for electric vehicles, The Northern Territory announces an amendment to bail legislation, And in AFL, The Gold Coast Suns to challenge the suspension of their key defender.
Regional workers to benefit from climate agreement, E-safety resources for First Nations children, US champion Jessica Pegula in the Miami Open quarter finals.
The government's signature climate policy passes its first parliamentary hurdle, as the Greens give it support, A Victorian Liberal M-P avoids expulsion over her attendance at an anti-trans rights rally crashed by neo-Nazis, The Socceroos lose defender Harry Souttar ahead of the second match against Ecuador.
A trade delegation heads to China; NATO rebukes Vladimir Putin; and an important win for the West Coast Eagles
South Australia becomes the first Australian jurisdiction to legislate for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament; the new Premier of New South Wales pledges to begin work immediately; and in sport, Australians Thanasi Kokkinakis and Alex de Minaur both out of the Miami Open.
Chris Minns set to become the next Premier of New South Wales; Earth Hour turns of the lights across the planet; and in Rugby league, Jeremiah Nanai to miss two games after match review.
TikTok’s chief executive faces the United States House Committee, Clean-up efforts in the Darling River are hit by delays, World Athletics bans transgender athletes from competing in female events.
The Coalition responds to the release of the referendum wording on a Voice to Parliament; Lidia Thorpe held back by police after storming an anti-transgender protest and Canada's Bianca Andreescu beats a fellow Grand Slam winner at the Miami Open.
Anthony Albanese reveals the final wording of the Voice referendum question; ten defence force members survive a helicopter crash and a union claims the Victorian government has spent $1 billion on consultants since 2014.
At least 59 migrants dead after a boat crash off the coast of Italy; police unveil a new campaign amid fears foreign powers are spying on Australian migrant communities; and in sport, Manchester United triumphs over Newcastle United in the League Cup final.
An Australian professor among four people freed, after being kidnapped in Papua New Guinea, federal police to launch a campaign to boost awareness of foreign interference in multicultural communities, over fears it's going unreported and in sport, Australia's women's cricket team successfully defends its T20 World Cup title with a win over South Africa.
Inflation and recession on the minds of finance ministers at the G20 summit; Olivia Newton-John honoured in a state memorial service and Australia's Islamic community launches a nationwide blood drive.
In this bulletin, the Federal Treasurer defends possible changes to superannuation; vote counting begins in Nigeria's national elections; and in sport, Russian Daniil Medvedev overcomes Scotsman Andy Murray in the final of the Qatar Open.
A group of Indigenous Australians join the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade for the first time; Ukraine's President calls on Australia to return its ambassador to Kyiv and South Africa's women's cricket team becomes the first from their country to make the T-20 World Cup final.
In this bulletin, Ukrainians mark the first anniversary since Russia invaded their country; the death toll from earthquake disasters in Turkiye and Syria surpasses 50,000; and in sport, South Africa's women's cricket team becomes the first from their country to make the T-20 World Cup final.
The Prime Minister marks the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine pledging more support, a coroner finds a 7-year-old girl's death at a Perth hospital may have been preventable and in sport, Danielle Scott wins silver at the freestyle skiing World Championships in Georgia.
Australia pledges further military support for Ukraine on the first anniversary of Russia's invasion, Harvey Weinstein sentenced to more than 16 years in prison, and in sport the football community mourns commentator John Motson.
In this bulletin, a fight brewing over changes to superannuation, as the Coalition threatens to block any reforms, Scott White pleads guilty to manslaughter over the 1988 death of Scott Johnson, and in football, Panama makes history, securing the last spot for the Women's World Cup.
In this bulletin, Qantas returns to profitability for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic, one of four hostages in Papua New Guinea freed, but an Australian professor remains captive, and in sport, the AFL set to announce money to support the game's development in Tasmania.
The Prime Minister declares national security to be his government's first priority; a softer than expected increase in average wages and South Sydney launch a new head injuries protocol for junior players.
The U-S and Russian Presidents delivered speeches ahead of the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Rescuers search for survivors in Turkiye in the aftermath of new quakes, Manly suffers a blow on the cusp of Anthony Seibold's first NRL game.
Federal Cabinet meets at Port Hedland in Western Australia; the United Nations torture prevention panel cancels a visit to Australia and Australia secures a double fixture of friendlies against England.
In this bulletin: A 6.4 magnitude earthquake hits southern Türkiye; US President Joe Biden makes a surprise visit to Ukraine; and in cricket, Australia's coach says the team will bounce back from defeat in India.
The Treasurer outlines his superannuation reforms; an Australian professor among five people kidnapped in Papua New Guinea and the Matildas coach cools expectations after their 3-2 victory over Spain.
Australians to soon find out the strength of wage growth across the economy, The United States, South Korea, and Japan respond to North Korea's latest missile firing, Pat Cummins admits Australia's cricketers made the same mistakes again, as they lose the second Test match to India.
Ukraine's ambassador to Australia calls for the reinstatement of an envoy in Kyiv, commemorations to mark the 81st anniversary of the bombing of Darwin and Australia makes it through to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.
Commemorations in Darwin for the 81st Anniversary of the city's bombing; A New South Wales MP dropped from the Liberal party ticket over an explicit images scandal; A Collingwood AFL star in hot water over drugs.
Supporters of an Indigenous Voice to Parliament launch a week of action, Australia to host a major international naval exercise for the first time and in sport, Motorsport's governing body clarifies new speech rules for Formula One drivers.
Fiji's parliament suspends a former prime minister for sedition; Rule changes to make it easier to enrol to vote; Australia bats a respectable innings in day one of the second test against India.
Normal conditions resume after a partial evacuation at Parliament House, Authorities crack down on financial crimes, A multi-billion dollar transformation of south-east Queensland announced for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The Reserve Bank governor grilled over interest rate hikes, US President Joe Biden says objects shot down by the United States unlikely to be connected to China, Brisbane to receive a multi-billion dollar boost ahead of the 2032 Olympic games.
In this bulletin, the Treasurer and Opposition react to the increase in Australia's unemployment rate, an alarming rise in doctors being reported for inappropriate behaviour, and in sport, calls for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine war before next year's Paris Olympics.
Scotland's First Minister announces her resignation after eight years in the top role; Two mining staffers missing in Queensland after their vehicle fell down a hole; The Hockeyroos lose to Germany in a penalty shootout in Sydney.
The Reserve Bank Governor defends his position and the bank's interest rate decisions, Australia to build a national security centre for Vanuatu, A new era of leadership for the Greater Western Sydney Giants with the announcement of a new captain.
The Northern Territory reinstates alcohol bans in the Top End; The Opposition criticises the government's response to Iran's spying attempts; Sydney Flames coach Shane Heal takes legal action after being suspended for bullying.
The Federal Court overturns Scott Morrison's PEP-11 decision Australia's disapora communities targeted by foreign interference, Doubt cast over whether Australian runner Peter Bol has been cleared of positive doping allegations.
The death toll from the Syria and Türkiye earthquakes rises, the UN admits earthquake aid efforts have failed the Syrian people and in sport, Australia's female cricketers fetch high prices at a premier league auction in India.
A 10-year-plus journey ends for refugees who now have a pathway to permanent citizenship, An apology from opposition leader Peter Dutton, The Superbowl is over for another year.
The Türkiye [[TUR-kee-yeah]] and Syria combined death toll exceeds 33,000; The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre calls for donations, warning it faces immediate risk of closure; Two Australian N-F-L players to make history in the Super Bowl.
The Türkiye and Syria combined death toll approaches 29 000, Ash Wednesday firefighting heroes honoured 40 years on and in sport, Native Americans renew protests against the Kansas City Chiefs mascot ahead of the Super Bowl.
Norfolk Island avoids the worst as Cyclone Gabrielle moves south; The earthquake toll past 24,000 as consulate authorities trace Australians in the region; Australia dealt a record loss by India in the cricket test opener.
The death toll of the Turkey-Syria earthquakes approaches 24-thousand, a parliamentary inquiry into regional banking to be held to examine branch closures in country areas and in sport, Rugby Australia to pay professional playing contracts in women's rugby union for the first time.
The remains of two Australians found in the aftermath of the Turkey-Syria earthquakes; The United States shoots down a 'high-altitude' flying object; Australia joining calls to ban Russian and Belarussian athletes from the 2024 Olympic Games.
The death toll from the Turkey and Syria earthquakes surpasses 21,000; An ancient Indigenous site formally nominated for heritage status in Western Australia; The National Rugby League out of this year's Mardi Gras.
The death toll from the Turkey and Syria earthquakes passes 21,000, An Australian emergency team Turkey-bound to help with search and rescue, The Indigenous All Stars prepare to take on the Maori All Stars.
The federal government clears the way for refugees who came by boat to bring their families to Australia; The death toll from the Turkey-Syria earthquakes approaches 20,000; FIFA under fire for its Women's World Cup sponsorship deal.
Turkey's President defends government's response to deadly earthquake as death toll exceeds 15 thousand, Allan Tudge resigns from Federal Parliament, Damar Hamlin receives the NFLA humanitarian Award.
The federal government blocks a controversial Queensland coal mine project; Hope fading for survivors as the death toll from the Turkey and Syria earthquakes passes 11,000; LeBron James becomes the N-B-A's all-time leading scorer.
Australia to send rescue team to Turkey as death toll in the Turkey-Syria quake approaches 8,000, Calls for the Albanese government to provide more information on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament in multiple languages, Jack Robinson through to the quarter finals of World Surfing league.
The earthquake death toll in Turkey and Syria passes 8,000, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says interest rate increases won't lead to recession, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls an Australian NFL player to wish him all the best in the Super Bowl.
Another earthquake strikes Turkey as Australia sends $10 million in humanitarian aid, The RBA lifts the cash rate for the ninth consecutive time, Australia's T-20 captain Aaron Finch retires from international cricket.
Death toll rising in Turkey and Syria after deadly earthquake causes over 3500 deaths, US-China meeting indefinitely postponed in the aftermath of the downing of a Chinese balloon, English football team Manchester City facing potential troubles over its finances.
An Indigenous Senator to introduce legislation to return alcohol bans to Alice Springs, A major earthquake in Turkey, The A-League men's competition leaders now have a new permanent coach
New South Wales poker machines to go cashless in five years, Ukraine still hopes to receive planes from western allies. And in Rugby League, Two players apologise after being caught in a brawl in Canberra over the weekend.
In this bulletin, China reacts strongly to the US shooting down a suspected spy balloon, the identity of a shark attack victim revealed as a 16 year-old school girl, and in sport, Australian basketball star Patty Mills helps his NBA side in the US to an upset victory.
Anthony Albanese says he believes Australians can ignore misinformation about the Voice to Parliament campaign; The US shoots down a suspected Chinese spy balloon; Diamonds' star Gretel Bueta to miss Australia's Netball World Cup campaign.
In this bulletin, Labor Senator Pat Dodson hits out at "nonsense and mischief" being spread about the referendum, a second Chinese spy balloon detected over Latin America, and in sport, FIFA accused of not understanding women's football after a Saudi sponsorship deal.
Health groups call for more immediate action to save the Medicare system; Authorities monitoring a Chinese balloon in US airspace; Travel plans announced for the 2024 Olympic Games torch.
National Cabinet addresses the country's healthcare system, Two supermarket giants to dispose of soft plastics, A shock elimination from an Australian surfing champion.
National Cabinet meets to address the country's health care system; Investigators to probe the death of a three year old child in a car in Sydney; The Brisbane Heat qualify for the Big Bash League final.
A heavy police presence outside the funeral service for Cardinal George Pell, The IMF claims Australia is set to avoid a recession, The Matildas names a strong squad for the Cup of Nations, as they prepare for the Women's World Cup.
A heavy police presence as protesters rally outside the funeral service for Cardinal George Pell, An Indigenous design to replace Queen Elizabeth the second on the Australian five dollar bank note, Saudi Arabia to host the Asian Cup in 2027.
Protests to go ahead tomorrowas Cardinal George Pell's funeral takes place, The government pledges more support for domestic violence victim-survivors, An Australian football defender secures a deal in the English Premier League on transfer deadline day.
In this bulletin: The chief executive of Clubs New South Wales fired after linking the Premier's religion to his gaming policy; George Pell's body to lie in state in Sydney; and in sport, Dylan Wenzel-Halls signs a new contract with the Central Coast Mariners.
New Zealand Prime Minister set to visit Australia, Joe Biden says "no" to jet fighters for Ukraine, New Wallabies coach Eddie Jones wants more Australians to support him.
In this bulletin, Australia and France announce more military aid for Ukraine; police officers believed to be among those killed in an explosion at a mosque in Pakistan; and in sport, Steve Smith and Beth Mooney named Australia's cricketers of the year.
The death of an Indigenous woman in a Victorian prison three years ago found to be preventable, A boat capsizing in Pakistan kills at least ten students, Australia's men's football coach staying on for another four years.
A new national cultural policy launched to rejuvenate Australia's creative sector, Ukraine calls on its international partners to send more weapons, and faster, Australian Jordan Mailata and the Philadelphia Eagles book their spot in the NFL Super Bowl.
Australia's screen industry welcomes the country's first national cultural policy in a decade; calls to fix Australia's Medicare system; and in sports, a highly anticipated showdown between Djokovic and Tsitsipas in the Australian Open men's final.
In this bulletin, water safety experts warn Australians not to swim at unfamiliar or unpatrolled beaches, after another drowning death; international flights to resume in Auckland after major flooding; and in sport, Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka becomes the first 'neutral' Grand Slam champion at the Australian Open.
In this bulletin, protests in the United States after the death of a black man at the hands of police, the death toll from floods in Auckland rises to three, and in sport, Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka prepare to face off in tonight's Australian Open women's final.
In this bulletin: Auckland starts operation clean up after torrential rain caused widespread flooding; Australia's top ten beaches for 2023 announced; and in sport, a rugby union player who gifted a rotten banana to a black teammate has been suspended.
Advocates for an Indigenous Voice heartened by the results of a new poll, An investigation launched into social media influencers who mislead Australian consumers, A first-time Australian Open champion to be crowned in Saturday's womens final.
A man's body found as firefighters battle a blaze in Western Australia; Ukraine shoots down multiple Russian missiles as attacks step up; And in sport, Novak Djokovic's father courts controversy, appearing with pro-Kremlin supporters outside Melbourne Park.
Thousands gather at 'Invasion Day' rallies across the country , The United States and Germany to send powerful tanks to Ukraine, The Cairns Taipans defend their decision to opt out of wearing the NBL's pride jersey.
A body image activist, an Indigenous elder and a Socceroos player are among the 2023 Australians of the Year; The United States and Germany will both provide heavy tanks to Ukraine; And in sport, Novak Djokovic on track as he chases a 10th Australian Open title.
In this bulletin: Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers hopeful inflation is nearing its peak after the highest yearly increase since 1990; the U-S and Germany expected to send tanks to Ukraine; and in sport, Latrell Mitchell to make his return for the N-R-L's Indigenous All Stars.
In this bulletin: Northern Territory implements immediate alcohol restrictions; Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand's prime minister; and in sport, Novak Djokovic in a strong position at the Australian Open.
In this bulletin: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits the Northern Territory, following mounting pressure to address rising crime rates in Alice Springs; at least seven people dead in a second Californian shooting; and in sport, Nick Kyrgios recovering from knee surgery.
Protests over German tanks for Ukraine; more concern for endangered species; and the last Australian out of the Australian Open
In this bulletin: growing calls for an Australian Federal Police presence in the Northern Territory amid rising crime rates in Alice Springs; the suspect of a mass shooting in California found dead on the Eve of Lunar New Year; and in sport, the National Baskebtall League launches its first-ever Pride Round.
In this bulletin: the Prime Minister insists the temporary gas price cap is already lowering energy costs; police investigate a vehicle which could be linked to a suspect in the California mass shooting; and in sport: Novak Djokovic joins the push for reform of the Australian Open tennis schedule.
Chris Hipkins formally confirmed as New Zealand's 41st prime minister, the Australian government closely watches the unrest in Peru and in tennis, the women's world number one knocked out of the Australian Open in Melbourne.
In this bulletin: the federal opposition warns the federal government risks losing support daily on the Indigenous Voice proposal; a fortnight of celebrations as Lunar New Year is marked across Asia; and in sport, Sam Stosur congratulated on a "magnificent" career in a final farewell.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomes New Zealand's new leader, at least 28 people killed in an avalanche in Tibet and in sport, an Australian player suspended from all rugby -union related activities.
Global defence leaders meet in Germany to discuss weapons supplies to Ukraine, Wallabies star Kurtley Beale charged over an alleged sexual assault, Olympian Peter Bol suspended after failing an out of competition drug test.
In this bulletin, three people face court over the murder of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey, charges laid after the spraypainting of a classic artwork in Western Australia, and in tennis, speculation that Rafael Nadal may be close to retirement after injury ends his Australian Open campaign.
In this bulletin: more charges laid over the alleged murder of Indigenous teenager Cassius Turvey; Australia warned not to interfere in Beijing's judicial system, as detainees in China are hit with another 'deeply troubling' verdict delay; and in sport, Andy Murray wins a marathon match against Thanasi Kokkinakis at the Australian Open.
In this bulletin, reactions to New Zealand leader Jacinda Ardern's shock resignation, Qantas confirms a second plane has had mechanical issues, and in tennis, Australia's Thanasi Kokkinakis prepares for a second-round Australian Open blockbuster with Andy Murray.
Ukraine's interior minister among 14 people killed in a helicopter crash near Kyiv, An investigation launched into a failed jet engine of a Qantas flight that sparked a mayday call, Rafael Nadal crashes out of the Australian Open.
More than half of Australians in a recent survey say they are worried about climate change, A Qantas plane has landed safely in Sydney after it was earlier forced to issue a mayday call, A Melbourne AFLW star announces her retirement.
Australia joins a new training program to help to train Ukrainian soldiers, Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg detained at a protest in Germany, And in sport, Australian Alex de Minaur wins his first round match at his home grand slam in Melbourne.
In this bulletin: The treasurer comes out to defend the government's gas price cap; Rising floodwaters cut off communities in north Queensland and northern Western Australia; and in tennis, continued calls to ban Russian players from the Australian Open, as organisers ban the country's flag.
Tributes for victims of Nepal's deadliest plane crash in 30 years, global recession top of the agenda, as leaders gather in Davos; and in tennis, Nick Kygrios vows to quickly bounce back after withdrawing from the Australian Open.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers responds to frustration by gas companies following the temporary price cap, New South Wales first home buyers now expected to opt for an annual land tax as reforms come into place, A United States duo make it through to the second round of the Australian Open...
An Australian feared to be on board the plane that crashed in Nepal; three women rescued from floodwaters in North Queensland; and in sport, the Australian Open tennis due to begin in Melbourne.
The NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet seeks to draw a line under the Nazi costume controversy, a vigil held for the Gold Coast helicopter crash victims and in sport, a tennis legend pins high hopes on Nick Kyrgios ahead of the start of the Australian Open.
Another unemployment rate below 4 per cent expected for December, At least five killed in Russian missile strikes that hit a residential building in Dnipro, Novak Djokovic says his passion for playing in Australia hasn't wavered, despite last year's deportation saga.
The Prime Minister announces investment for a Queensland hydrogen hub, the US and Japan reaffirm their commitment to space exploration and Alja Tomljanovic pulls out of the Australian Open tennis.
The federal treasury estimate's last year's flooding cost the economy five billion dollars, Late Cardinal George Pell criticised Pope Francis in anonymous memos, Nick Kyrgios has beaten Novak Djokovic in an exhibition match in Melbourne.
Dominic Perrottet confident he'll stay New South Wales premier until the election; Anthony Albanese's significant trip to Papua new Guinea; and Peter Handscomb's tour of India in jeopardy
Calls for more education after Premier Dominic Perrottet's disclosure that he wore a Nazi uniform to his 21st birthday; an investigation escalated into the classified documents found at President Joe Biden’s home and former private office; and in sport, fallout after Cricket Australia pulls out of the upcoming series against Afghanistan.
Anthony Albanese in Papua New Guinea; no state funeral for George Pell; and Nick Kyrgios buys into a basketball team
Anthony Albanese arrives in Papua New Guinea; Joe Biden denies classified document wrongdoing; and the Matildas to host a big pre-World Cup tournament
Australian Catholic Cardinal George Pell dies in Rome, aged 81, A group of US politicians throw their support behind the AUKUS deal despite recent criticisms, Australian John Millman knocked out of the Adelaide International tennis tournament.
Australian Catholic Cardinal George Pell has died in Rome, aged 81, Data shows rents are still going up nationwide despite slowing down, In cricket, Todd Murphy is selected in Australia's Test squad for next month's tour to India.
China's ambassador to Australia expresses concern over the AUKUS agreement, The federal government opens applications for its new Disaster Relief Fund, as flooding continues to affect several states, Melbourne Victory levied with heavy penalties for the violent disruption of their match last month.
Security forces arrest 1,500 people in Brazil after the attacks on the capital; Western Australia's Premier Mark MCGowan pledges support for flood-affected residents and Welsh start Gareth Bale announces his retirement from professional football.
Changes planned for Australia's carbon credit market, Britain's Prince Harry reveals his reasons for making his family rifts public, The top women's tennis players gear up in Adelaide and Hobart for the Australian Open
Supporters of Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro storm the nation's congress, supreme court and presidential palace, A woman charged over the road crash death of a child, And Novak Djokovic travels to Melbourne to prepare for the Australian Open
Political debate on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, ripple effects as people in China begin travel abroad for the first time in three years; and in cricket, Australia in pursuit of a clean sweep in the three-match series against South Africa.
In this bulletin, a professional drag racer dies in Queensland; journalists arrested over video of South Sudan President wetting himself; and in sport, Novak Djokovic through to the Adelaide International final.
The Prime Minister plays down US concerns over an AUKUS submarine deal; A bomb threat forces a Jetstar flight to make an emergency landing; Bernard Tomic's 15-year Australian Open run ends.
In this bulletin, WA Emergency Services attempt to evacuate Indigenous residents from floodwaters amid claims of cultural insensitivity; a 36-hour Russian ceasefire, rejected by Ukraine, is now in effect; and in sport, former tennis champ Ash Barty announces she has a baby on the way.
A repatriated I-S bride granted bail, charged with a terror offence; authorities in the United States raise the alert level of a volcano in Hawaii and Football Australia issues another seven bans to spectators involved in a violent A-League pitch invasion.
Evacuations continue from record flooding in Western Australia's Kimberley; the House of Representatives in the United States still without a Speaker and Prince Harry's memoir reveals assault allegations against his brother.
Health Minister hopeful COVID-19 testing requirements for travellers from China will be temporary; a repatriated IS wife charge with terror offences and former Australian women's cricket captain Belinda Clark honoured with a sculpture at the SCG.
Floodwaters in Western Australia's Fitzroy River catchment area continue to rise; the US House of Representatives still without a Speaker and Novak Djokovic likely to miss two key American tournaments if he remains unvaccinated against COVID-19.
Flooding isolates remote Western Australian communities; Russia blames mobile phone use by its soldiers for a deadly Ukrainian missile strike and tennis fans warned to be wary of scalpers ahead of the Australian Open.
In this bulletin: record flooding in Western Australia leaves communities stranded; new data shows Australians lost over $8.7 million to job recruitment scams last year; and in sport, Novak Djokovic shows love to Australians following triumphant return to singles action in Adelaide.
Migration to Australia returns to per-pandemic levels; the federal government defends its decision to require Chinese arrivals to do COVID tests and an NFL match is suspended after a player was left in a critical condition.
The identities of those killed in the Gold Coast helicopter crash revealed; the federal government at odds with the Chief Medical Officer over travel restrictions with China and FIFA's President calls on countries across the world to name a stadium after Brazillian soccer great, Pele
Grave fears after two helicopters collide on the Gold Coast, The federal Treasurer warns Australia won't be completely immune from a global economic downturn, Melbourne City defeats the Wellington Phoenix, 3-1 in the A-League.
In this bulletin, Australia to impose compulsory coronavirus testing measures for travellers arriving from China; Brazil swears in Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as president, marking the beginning of an unprecedented third-term in office; and in sport, Australian basketballers shine on court in the N-B-A.
Australia imposes compulsory coronavirus testing for travellers arriving from China starting this month, The world mourns the death of former Pope Benedict, who has died at the age of 95, United Cup success for the Czech Republic in Sydney this weekend.
In this bulletin, newly released cabinet papers show why the Howard government refused to recognise First Nations people in the constitution; New Year's eve celebrations draw large crowds around the world; and in sport, Rafael Nadal shrugs off retirement concerns, following a shock loss at the United Cup.
Final preparations for festivities to mark the end of 2022 continue across the nation; United States TV trail-blazer Barbara Walters dies at the age of 93; A tennis upset at the United Cup in Sydney.
In this bulletin, police and ambulance chiefs urge common sense ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations; tributes flow for football legend Pele and British fashion icon Vivienne Westwood; and in sport, further charges laid over an A-League Melbourne pitch invasion.
Police call for common sense ahead of the New Year's Eve celebrations; tributes for the late football legend Pele and an Australian batsman and spin bowler recalled ahead of the New Year's Test match in Sydney.
Novak Djokovic says he holds no hard feelings towards Australia, but will never forget the deportation saga; Benjamin Netanyahu sworn in as Israel's Prime Minister for his sixth term; and in sport, tennis players at the Australian Open to compete for record high prize money.
The federal government says there are signs China could drop trade sanctions against Australia; three inmates escape from a Northern Territory prison and Norwegian Erling Haaland becomes the fastest player to score 20 Premier League goals.
In this bulletin: healthcare professionals call for more screenings; death toll rises due to blizzard in the United States; and in sports, Novak Djokovic arrives in Adelaide ahead of next month's Australian Open.
In this bulletin: the New South Wales Premier calls on people to stay safe at the beach; China opens up travel after the end of the zero-Covid policy; and in sport, a new chapter for Australian tennis, as the inaugural United Cup commences tomorrow.
Two teenagers charged with murder following the death of a mother in Queensland; Taiwan extends its mandatory military service; and in sport, Andoo Comanche sails across the finish line, claiming first place in the Sydney to Hobart race.
Water safety warnings after multiple holiday drownings, At least 50 dead in North America's severe winter storm, And in cricket, David Warner achieves a Test century for the first time in almost three years.
Authorities warn Australians to make sensible water safety decisions after multiple holiday drowning deaths, Ukraine's foreign minister provides more details on a conditional peace summit with Russia next February, Andoo Comanche leads the charge for line honours in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
In this bulletin: A summer heatwave to peak across many parts of Australia; The Australian Retailers Association projects a record Boxing Day shopping spree as consumers hunt for bargains; and in sport, the English Premier League returned with a bang after a six week break.
South Australia's emergency authorities say the flood peak has been reached at Renmark, Dating app operators to meet with the federal government and discuss new safety measures, The fleet sets sail for the 77th edition of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
In this bulletin: South Australians brace for the Murray River to peak; at least two killed and three missing in Spain after a bus crash; and in cricket, Scott Boland retains his spot in Australia's bowling attack for the Boxing Day test match with South Africa.
Dozens of homes and two caravan parks have been evacuated in South Australia due to floods, Stranded passengers on their way to the UK after a Qantas emergency landing, India with an edge over Bangladesh as day three of their second test continues.
In this bulletin, a different Christmas for families in South Australia hit by rising floodwaters; Prime Minister uses his Christmas message to highlight service to others; and in cricket, David Warner says he is preparing to play his very best, come the Boxing Day Test.
Qantas passengers stranded in Azerbaijan, after an emergency flight landing, an anxious wait for residents in South Australia ahead of a flood river peak; and in sailing, favourable weather conditions could see a race record broken at this year's Sydney to Hobart.
In this bulletin, three people killed in a shooting in Paris; vandals destroy valuable heritage listed Indigenous rock art in South Australia; and in sport, sanctions handed down to Melbourne Victory after last weekend's pitch invasion.
In this bulletin: Nancy Pelosi gives her last speech as speaker of the House; cyclone to make landfall in Northern Territory; and in sport, Victoria Police to ramp up its presence at Monday's Melbourne Victory Western United football match in response to an earlier pitch invasion.
In this bulletin, Western Australia and the Northern Territory on alert for a developing cyclone; the United Nations issues its first resolution on Myanmar in 74 years; and in sport, the Socceroos climb the FIFA World Rankings after their World Cup success.
In this bulletin: a man dead in a boating accident off the coast of Brisbane; more aid promised during a surprise White House visit by Ukraine's president; and in sport: football Australia bans eight more people over the violent pitch invasion.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi have charted a new way forward in the bilateral relationship, China's customs department encourages the purchase of Australian products; and in sports, cycling stars are locked in for next year's Road National Championships in Victoria.
In this bulletin: memorial and medals for the two police officers killed in Queensland; Elon Musk to quit Twitter's chief executive; and in sport, Andy Murray prepares for next year's Australian Open tennis.
Lifetime bans over last weekend's A league match pitch invasion in Melbourne; Fiji has a new prime minister; Argentina's football team returns home after their FIFA World Cup win.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says she will raise "hard issues" during talks with her Chinese counterpart this week, gun reform on the agenda for Australian leaders, after the deadly Queensland shooting; and in tennis, Ash Barty backs Ajla Tomljanovic as a strong contender for an Australian Open title.
Concerns over the failure of flood levees in South Australia; Calls for a blitz to address a serious shortage of blood donations; Australian cricket selectors facing tough decisions ahead of the Boxing Day Test.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong's upcoming visit to China hailed as a breakthrough in bilateral relations, sanctions and penalties considered for those involved in A-League fan violence, and Qatar's World Cup chief says this year's tournament changed perceptions of the region.
In this bulletin: Argentina defeats France in the World Cup Final; at least 19 killed after a fuel bomb tanker exploded north of the Afghan capital Kabul; and the European Union strikes a historic deal to overhaul the carbon market and reduce emissions faster.
A member of the Northern Territory Parliament dies suddenly, Victoria Police launches a probe into the A-League pitch invasion and in sport, Cricket Australia to name the South Africa test trophy- after the current series ends.
In this bulletin, residents in areas south of Perth told to stay on alert as bushfire emergency warnings remain in place; Twitter owner Elon Musk reinstates the accounts of several journalists he previously suspended from the platform; and in sport, Saturday night's A-League Men's Melbourne Derby abandoned after spectators storm the pitch.
The government's energy relief measures in the Senate after clearing their first parliamentary hurdle; Queensland flags a review of double jeopardy laws; An American journalist's death at the World Cup revealed to be from natural causes.
In this bulletin, the Federal Government will pass a bill today to cap prices for energy providers and provide bill relief; a ship carrying migrants has sunk near the coast of England; and in sport, World Cup underdogs Morocco face off against the reigning champions France this morning.
Scott Morrison grilled at the Robodebt Royal Commission over his role in the scheme; Eight convicted over the deadly 2016 Bastille Day terror attack in France; Tennis champion Ash Barty awarded high honours for her sporting achievements.
Australia could sign more security deals with Pacific Island nations, after a bilateral agreement was finalised with Vanuatu; Former prime minister Scott Morrison to be questioned over the robodebt scheme; In sport, Croatia aiming to make it to the World Cup final for a second year in the row when they take on Lionel Messi and Argentina.
The Prime Minister pays tribute to the police officers killed in a Queensland ambush; Marise Payne testifies at the Robodebt royal commission; More criticism of Sydney's appointment as the A league grand final host for the next three years.
Six people confirmed dead in a fatal shooting in rural Queensland; The President of the E-U Parliament says there will be 'no impunity' for those guilty of unlawful activity as a corruption probe continues; In sport, a new program in Brisbane allows young refugees to join sports clubs without a fee...
Australia's COVID testing rules to change from next year; Landslides and flooding hit northern Bosnia; Selectors name Australia's squad for a series opening test against South Africa at the Gabba.
The man accused of making the bomb that blew up a Pan Am flight over Scotland in 1988, taken into U-S custody; the Vice-President of the European Parliament embroiled in a corruption case; In sport, Australia to name a squad for the first Test against South Africa...
A split emerges between the New South Wales and federal Coalition on Labor's energy price cap plan; At least four dead after a cyclone in India; An Olympic style event launched in Kenya to initiate the Maasai community's young men.
In this bulletin, a probe launched after an error caused the early release of HSC results across New South Wales; an American sports journalist dies while covering the FIFA World Cup in Qatar; and in sport, Morocco becomes the first African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals.
Medibank improves its security systems, months after a hacking scandal, Japan and Australia boost defence ties while hinting at a future expansion of the AUKUS partnership and a sports journalist dies during the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
In this bulletin, Australia's defence and foreign affairs ministers meet with Japanese prime minister Fumio Kishida; Bushfire fears in South Australia; and in sport, Brazil are out of the World Cup.
Queensland's Star Casino put on notice after damaging report into its conduct; new details emerge into a gay nightclub shooting in the United States; and in cricket, David Warner's manager makes explosive allegations about the ball tampering scandal.
Iran carries out its first execution of a protester; A US basketball star freed in a prisoner swap with Russia; FIFA refuses to address the death of a Filipino worker during the World Cup in Qatar.
The New South Wales Nationals confirm support for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament; the federal government's decision to hand the Environment Protection Agency new powers draws criticism; and in cycling, Giro d'Italia champion Jai Hindley to ride in next month's revamped Tour Down Under.
German police arrest 25 people who planned a far-right coup to overthrow the government; Rising energy prices the top priority at a national meeting of energy ministers today; Belgian football star Eden Hazard retires from international competition.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says he understands Australians are "doing it tough" as national economic activity figures are released; Bruce Lehrmann prepares to launch defamation proceedings after the criminal charges of sexual assault against him are dropped; and in sport, the Australian-Ukrainian community ready to rally behind Ukrainian swimmers as they arrive in Melbourne this evening for an international swimming competition.
Russia blames Ukraine for the latest drone strikes in its territory; Indonesia formally bans sex outside of marriage; And in football, Morocco makes history as the first Arab nation to reach the World Cup quarterfinals [[after defeating Spain]].
Rates go up again as the Reserve Bank tries to bring inflation under control; sitcom star Kirstie Alley dies at 71; and in sport, New Zealand clears the way for trans athletes to compete in community sport without having to prove their gender.
South Australian communities start preparing for a surge in the Murray River; New Zealand announces a Royal Commission into its COVID 19 response; and in running news, Robert De Castella's longstanding marathon record finally broken.
At least two people have been killed during a rare anti-government protest in Syria; An alleged Islamic State fighter has been extradited to Victoria and charged with a series of terrorism offences; Two greats receive legend status in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame...
Socceroos fans keep spirits high despite a knockout in the FIFA World Cup, an alleged Islamic state fighter extradited to Melbourne to face six terrorism related charges and Australian cyclist Matthew Richardson wins the track champions league in London.
In this bulletin, Australia backs the move to impose a price cap on Russian oil; Climate change and security on the agenda when Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong visit the US and Japan next month; and in football, the Socceroos with nothing to lose in their World Cup game against Argentina.
In this bulletin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese downplays a visit to Taiwan by a group of federal MPs, a project inspiring a new generation of Indigenous women rangers wins a major environmental prize, and in football, Socceroos coach Graham Arnold's message for Argentina ahead of their World Cup clash.
In this bulletin, the father of a pregnant Perth woman who died after a shopping centre attack pays an emotional tribute; French President Emmanuel Macron meets with US President Joe Biden; and in sport, Australia preparing for its World Cup clash against Argentina.
Chris Dawson sentenced to 24 years jail for the murder of his wife, Tiwi Island traditional owners welcome a Federal Court ruling on a Santos offshore gas project; and in football, Japan produces a stunning win against Spain at the World Cup.
A retrial against Bruce Lehrmann abandoned, the government's industrial relations bill set to become law; and in football, Roberto Martinez reveals he is quitting as coach of the Belgium team after the side's early exit from the World Cup.
Former prime minister Scott Morrison could face further consequences over his secret ministries; rules updated on the conduct of the Indigenous Voice referendum; and Socceroos fans ecstatic after Australia advances to the World Cup round of 16.
The Socceroos defeat Denmark, making history in their World Cup campaign; Labor hails the passage of its anti-corruption bill through the Parliament; Security boosted at Ukraine's foreign embassies after a letter-bombing in Spain.
ASIO lowers Australia's national terrorism threat level from 'probable' to 'possible'; Nationwide protests continue in China, against the zero-COVID policy and lockdowns; The Socceroos say they have no plans to play it safe, as they gear up for the World Cup clash with Denmark.
In this bulletin, a final report finds Scott Morrison's secret ministerial appointments undermined the government, concerns eased about the repatriation of Australians linked to IS fighters, and in sport, the Socceroos facing a must-win World Cup clash against Tunisia tomorrow.
In this bulletin, Home Affairs Minister Claire O'Neil meets western Sydney mayors opposed to the repatriation of Australians linked to IS fighters, a report to shed light on how and why Scott Morrison took on multiple ministries when he was prime minister, and in sport, wins for Portugal, Brazil and Switzerland in the group stage of the World Cup.
In this bulletin: the anti-corruption bill passed through the House of Representatives; senior Coalition M-P denies allegations of corruption over lobbyist links; and in cricket, Western Australia sends New South Wales to the bottom of the ladder in the race for the Sheffield Shield.
In this bulletin: the federal government passes its cheaper childcare law; nurses across New South Wales strike over pay and work conditions; and in sport, former NRL player avoids jail time over child sex abuse material.
The first six refugees to be resettled in New Zealand under a deal with Australia arrive from Nauru; Greek coastguard crews rescue 430 migrants off the island of Crete; A major upset as Saudi Arabia beats Argentina 2-1 in their group C opener.
In this bulletin: Labor supports government ownership of the State Electricity Commission in Victoria; Queensland police chief to keep job despite a report calling for leadership restructure; and in sport, Indigenous Cricket to return in 2023.
Scores killed as a major earthquake strikes Indonesia; A flood emergency in South Australia's Riverland region; Controversy over a FIFA ruling on LGBTQI armbands at the World Cup.
A whistleblower alleges misconduct in the coal industry; the first public inquiry into gay hate crimes in New South Wales and new misconduct laws could see a lift on the lifetime ban of cricket David Warner.
Anthony Albanese set to issue a rallying cry to the world's trade unionists in Melbourne; five people dead in a shooting at a gay nightclub in the United States; and in sport, the FIFA Football World Cup finally under way after months of build-up and controversy.
COP27 reaches a climate change funding deal for vulnerable countries, Donald Trump allowed back on Twitter - but says he doesn't want to return, Josh Hazlewood talks up Australia's new rotating captaincy system for one day internationals.
COP27 still trying to reach an agreement on a compensation fund for poorer nations affected by climate change; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese optimistic about the possible end of Chinese economic sanctions; and in sport, Australia beats Samoa to win the final of the Rugby League World Cup.
Australia unlikely to support Taiwan joining a key trading bloc as APEC nears its end; Two killed during a plane takeoff in Peru; Germany's football officials unhappy with FIFA's human rights stance ahead of the Qatar World Cup.
Australian academic Sean Turnell reportedly released from detention in Myanmar, Victoria's Oppositon leader referred to a corruption watchdog, A three-person panel to review the West Indies poor form.
Australia bids to host a UN climate meeting; Independent inquiry into Medicare fraud; Kyrgios settles case with Wimbledon fan; Wire fence investigated after lions escape.
Rishi Sunak to become the next British Prime Minister; Labor's federal budget set to be handed down; Former Australian Test Cricket captain Tim Paine opens up on scandals.
Russian president Vladimir Putin announces a partial mobilisation for the war in Ukraine, Donald Trump sued for fraud by New York's Attorney General, and Alastair Clarkson denies wrongdoing in the racism scandal that's rocked the AFL in the week of its Grand Final.