The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Real estate agents face tough new rules to prevent criminals laundering money. This is what’s changing

The Australian government has brought in sweeping changes to the laws on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, known as AML/CTF, which began on July 1.

The Conversation · Jul 7

Scavenger animals are the missing link in Australia’s bird flu response. Three experts explain

Australia is racing to contain the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), which is now believed to have infected seven seabirds.

The Conversation · Jul 7

Indian prime minister to meet with Anthony Albanese

Australia will likely seek to increase defence ties with India during a visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi which an expert says comes at an important time.

AAP · Jul 7

Protect us all: pact a new era for 'Pacific family'

Australia and PNG have welcomed their alliance coming into force after a diplomatic blitz from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

AAP · Jul 7

'Bloody hope it's time': Reid eyes Opals World Cup spot

Opals guard Steph Reid is desperate for a ticket to Berlin in September as she eyes her first major international tournament.

AAP · Jul 7

'Not once have we been asked to verify our age': Study suggests companies falling under Australia's under-16 social media ban are failing to verify accounts

And that's before mentioning workarounds.

PC Gamer · Jul 7

How to watch Argentina vs Egypt: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Lionel Messi continues quest for glory, team news

Lionel Messi leads the line for Argentina against Egypt at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-16 clash for free online and from anywhere.

TechRadar · Jul 7

Recession off the cards but Australia faces dreary outlook, economists say

De-escalation of war in the Middle East has lowered oil prices and eased fears of economic downturn but households are still feeling the pinch

The Guardian - AU · Jul 7

A rock star welcome and human rights protests to greet India’s prime minister Narendra Modi in Australia

Amnesty International says Albanese has opportunity to ‘reaffirm mutual commitment’ to rule of law as thousands in diaspora expected at stadium event

The Guardian - AU · Jul 7

‘Accident waiting to happen’: player’s death raises alarm over risk of concrete cricket pitches in Australian rules football

Concrete-based cricket pitches, like that on which Nathan Fitzgerald received fatal blows to the head, are ‘totally unsafe’, concussion advocate says

The Guardian - AU · Jul 7