The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Boral cements position as emissions-busting tech leader

After almost 100 years burning coal, a revamped cement works will reduce the carbon footprint of one of Australia's most heavily polluting industries.

AAP · Dec 4, 2024

Australia Backs UN Resolution Demanding Israel End Occupation In Palestinian Territories

The Australian government backed a resolution calling for Israel to withdraw from occupied Palestinian territories.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 4, 2024

What’s fair in the fight to keep bank branches open and access to cash alive?

On Tuesday, Commonwealth Bank announced it was planning to move customers using one of its legacy accounts to its newer “Smart Access” account.

The Conversation · Dec 4, 2024

What is Australia’s record in Day-Night Test matches?

The Test format was seeing a decline in its following due to the increasing popularity of the T20s. The International Cricket Council (ICC) thought of bringing in some changes to the Tests to restore the fans’ interest in cricket’s "purest format" and came up with the innovation of the day-night…

The Times of India · Dec 4, 2024

Why the pink-ball Test in Adelaide can be a decisive game

The pink-ball Test in Adelaide, despite its potential to be an outlier, offers both India and Australia a chance to throw defining punches at each other

The Times of India · Dec 4, 2024

'Monster' plans revealed as Paro launches title defence

Liam Paro could fight George Kambosos next in an Australian boxing blockbuster, should the world champion defend his IBF belt in Puerto Rico.

AAP · Dec 4, 2024

'Baggy green' cap Don Bradman wore during a historic series against India sells for $311,000

Batting legend Don Bradman's 'baggy green' cap that he wore when India first toured Australia as an independent nation in 1947-48 has been sold for A$479,700 ($311,000).

The Times of India · Dec 4, 2024

New vaccine facility a shot in the arm for Australians

Up to 100 million mRNA jabs will be made at Moderna's new plant, with a promise Australia will always be at the top of the vaccine queue for locally-made jabs.

AAP · Dec 4, 2024

The drug trends fuelling increased harm to Australians

Alcohol continues to dominate deaths but clusters of overdoses from higher potency and novel synthetic drugs are increasing, researchers say.

AAP · Dec 4, 2024

After Nearly 2 Decades, Bali Nine Members May Finally Return To Australia, Here’s What’s Going On

The Bali Nine saga, which has captivated Australia for nearly two decades, might be on the verge of a new chapter. Here's what to know.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 4, 2024