The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Suspect in 1977 Easey Street murders Perry Kouroumblis on way to Australia after being extradited from Italy

Double homicide suspect seen boarding plane in Rome after extradition, flanked by Victorian detectives

The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2024

Virat Kohli's unique pink-ball record and nine other day-night Test trivia

Virat Kohli roared back to form in the Perth Test with an unbeaten hundred to play a crucial role in India's massive 295-run victory in the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener, and the visitors' next challenge will be the pink-ball Test beginning in Adelaide on December 6.

The Times of India · Dec 3, 2024

Australian actor Ian Smith, who played Harold Bishop in 'Neighbours,' retires due to cancer

Actor Ian Smith, who has played the character Harold Bishop in the iconic Australian soap opera “Neighbours” since 1987, has announced his retirement after being diagnosed with terminal cancer

The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2024

Protecting or restricting? The effect of social media bans on the big dreams of young Australians

Australia is about to find out if stopping under-16s accessing sites will protect against harmful content or stifle creativity and block opportunity

The Guardian - AU · Dec 2, 2024

Sail star Wearn takes spell from his gold Olympic class

Australia's sailing dual gold medallist Matt Wearn is taking a spell from the dinghy to contemplate his Olympic future.

AAP · Dec 2, 2024

97% of adult Australians have limited skills to verify information online – new report

Australians now use social media more often than any other type of media, including TV, radio and websites. While the increased use of social media platforms present new opportunities to access and engage with information, it also introduces serious challenges associated with the spread of misinformation.

The Conversation · Dec 2, 2024

Moment of alleged Easey Street killer's return revealed

A 65-year-old man arrested over Melbourne's infamous Easey Street murders nearly 48 years ago is just hours away from facing justice in Australia.

AAP · Dec 2, 2024

Queen to miss part of Qatari state visit due to lingering effects of chest illness

Queen Camilla is gradually returning to official duties after contracting a chest infection during the Royal tour of Australia and Samoa

The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2024

Morning Mail: voters mark Labor down on housing, Hague hears climate case, News Corp’s gas-splash ‘exclusive’

Guardian Essential poll shows government ranked badly for action on housing and wages; some supporters criticise president’s pardon for his son

The Guardian - AU · Dec 2, 2024

Pacific anger at Australian climate stance at top court

Climate change is an existential threat to Pacific islanders, Australia has acknowledged at the world's top court, but argues against further legal obligations.

AAP · Dec 2, 2024