What is the global ‘sovereign citizen’ movement and why is it so strong in Australia? Sovereign citizens believe they are separate from the countries they live in and the law does not apply to them The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
Glamour in the nation's capital as pollies show out Australia's politicians, corporate powerhouses, the media and celebrities are descending on Canberra decked out in their finest frocks and tuxes. AAP · Aug 27, 2025
Melbourne man charged over synagogue arson linked to Iran A man charged with setting fire to a Melbourne synagogue in an attack Australia accuses Iran of directing has been remanded in custody The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
Q&A with Kylie Moore-Gilbert: this is why Iran is instigating terrorism in Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called Iran’s involvement in at least two antisemitic attacks in Australia last year “extraordinary and dangerous acts of aggression”. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said it “crossed a line”. The Conversation · Aug 27, 2025
Australia shooting suspect’s family speaks to police as manhunt intensifies Authorities impose no-fly zone over Porepunkah after Dezi Freeman reportedly flees into dense bush The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
Two police officers killed, third injured while serving warrant IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
Australia denies Iran action due to ‘intervention’ by Israel’s Netanyahu Israel made the claim after Australia’s PM said Iran directed two attacks on a Jewish community, which Tehran denies. Al Jazeera · Aug 27, 2025
Albo goes gooey over news of Tay-Tay's wedding bells Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement has attracted the attention of Australian politicians, with the prime minister declaring it fantastic news. AAP · Aug 27, 2025
Search for masked vandals at fighter jet-linked factory Footage has been released of three people allegedly involved in vandalising a metalworks with anti-Israeli messaging, after it was linked to fighter jet parts. AAP · Aug 27, 2025
Labor accused of playing ‘catch up’ on Iran – as it happened All the day’s news as it unfolded The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2025
Australia 'had to act' on Iran's hand in Jewish attacks Iran's role in directing anti-Semitic attacks on Jewish premises in Sydney and Melbourne left the Albanese government with no choice but to act, an expert says. AAP · Aug 26, 2025
Iran vows ‘reciprocal action’ as Australia rejects accusation it expelled ambassador to ‘appease Israel’ Tehran rejects the accusation of orchestrating antisemitic attacks in Australia and says Anthony Albanese is ‘weak’ The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2025
Manhunt for ‘sovereign citizen’ in rural Australia after two police officers shot dead Prime minister Anthony Albanese pays tribute to bravery of slain officers, who were killed serving a warrant for historic sex offences The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025
Iran vows reciprocal action after Australia expels ambassador Tehran rejects Australia’s accusations, calling the move unjustified and influenced by internal political developments. Al Jazeera · Aug 26, 2025
The Conversation · Aug 26, 2025 Iran is under pressure from Australia at a pivotal moment – time is running out to strike a nuclear deal In an extraordinary announcement, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Iran directed at least two antisemitic attacks in Australia, including the firebombing of a synagogue, in an attempt to sow discord and undermine social cohesion in the country.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2025 PM declines to comment on reports of other attacks orchestrated by Iran; Israel praises Australia for ‘principled stand’ – as it happened This blog has now closed
The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2025 Hundreds of senior diplomats call for EU to take urgent action over Gaza crisis – as it happened Open letter has been signed by 209 former EU ambassadors, senior diplomatic staff and ambassadors from EU nation states
AAP · Aug 26, 2025 Prime minister praises 'courageous' Neale Daniher Australian of the Year Neale Daniher has been honoured in federal parliament for his extraordinary charity work while battling motor neurone disease.
Euronews · Aug 26, 2025 Australia accuses Iran of organising antisemitic attacks and expels ambassador The Australian government has cut diplomatic ties with Tehran and expelled its ambassador amid accusations the country organised two antisemitic attacks.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2025 Afternoon Update: Australia says Iran orchestrated antisemitic attacks; police killed in Porepunkah; and a tribute to country footy Anthony Albanese says attacks were ‘extraordinary and dangerous acts by a foreign nation on Australian soil’
The Conversation · Aug 26, 2025 The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will be proscribed as a terrorist organisation. What does this mean? In a joint press conference, ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Iran orchestrated two antisemitic attacks on Australian soil: the October 2024 attack on Sydney’s Lewis Continental Kitchen and the firebombing of the Adass Israel synagogue in Melbourne in December 2024.
The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025 Australia police shooting latest: Gunman identified as ‘sovereign citizen’ while massive manhunt continues Prime minister Anthony Albanese says threat of ‘extreme ideologies’ needs to be taken seriously
Pedestrian.tv · Aug 26, 2025 ‘Deeply Disturbing’: PM Says Iran Was Behind Two Antisemitic Attacks In Australia The Iranian ambassador to Australia has now been expelled and Australia has closed its embassy in Tehran.
The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025 Australia expels Iranian ambassador, accusing Tehran of antisemitic attacks Australia’s PM has accused Iran of being behind at least two arsons in Jewish communities
Al Jazeera · Aug 26, 2025 Australia accuses Iran of directing anti-Semitic attacks, expels envoy Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia will also designate the IRGC as a ‘terrorist organisation’.