The Latest Breaking News from Australia

‘Not an easy place to be a kid’: chaperones to support Olympic teenagers in Paris

The Australian team have taken extra steps to look after their 10 athletes aged under 18 at the 2024 Games

The Guardian - AU · Jul 15, 2024

Regional Australians are five times more likely to die in road accidents – so what are we doing about it?

The national road toll is trending up despite decades of road safety campaigns. We need better data – but state governments are holding back

The Guardian - AU · Jul 15, 2024

Guardian Essential poll: three-quarters of Australians believe MPs enter politics to serve own interests

Survey shows deep dissatisfaction with state of democracy as Clare O’Neil warns against ‘virus’ of populism taking hold across world

The Guardian - AU · Jul 15, 2024

Australia end David Warner’s hopes of international comeback after retirement

The 37-year-old seemingly left the door ajar for a return last week as he said on social media he was “open” to playing in the Champions Trophy.

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2024

David Warner will not be considered for 2025 Champions Trophy: George Bailey

NEW DELHI: George Bailey, the chief selector for the Australian men's cricket team, has confirmed that David Warner, the seasoned left-handed opening batsman, will not be considered for selection in the Champions Trophy scheduled for 2025.

The Times of India · Jul 15, 2024

Australian Fossilized Amber Reveals A 42 Million Year-Old Secret

Australian Amber has preserved ancient life forms in incredible detail — allowing researchers to uncover a 42 million year old secret.

Inverse · Jul 15, 2024

EXCLUSIVE | 'Team India in safe hands': Brett Lee on new head coach Gautam Gambhir

NEW DELHI: Australian bowling legend Brett Lee praised Gautam Gambhir's appointment as Team India's head coach, highlighting his on-field aggression and game awareness as beneficial for the Men in Blue.

The Times of India · Jul 15, 2024

Calls for offshore wind Senate inquiry to visit Port Stephens

Offshore wind community consultation in the spotlight.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 15, 2024

Warner 'stirring the pot' laughed off by head selector

David Warner has hinted he would be open to playing for Australia again, but chairman of selectors George Bailey has laughed off the post.

AAP · Jul 15, 2024

Cocaine is being contaminated with powerful opioids called nitazenes. Here’s why it’s a dangerous mix

Earlier this month, drugs sold as cocaine in Melbourne were found to be contaminated with a powerful group of opioids, known as nitazenes.

The Conversation · Jul 15, 2024