The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Bryce Cotton stars as Boomers down Philippines in Perth

Bryce Cotton nailed his first three triples as Australia finished the first phase of World Cup qualifying with a perfect 6-0 record.

AAP · Jul 6

Married Australian PM Anthony Albanese Apologises After 'Shag, Marry, Date' Podcast Sparks Fury

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologised after facing criticism for comments made during a podcast game, where he jokingly chose Kylie Minogue in a 'shag, date or marry' scenario.

International Business Times UK · Jul 6

China tests long-range ballistic missile in the Pacific, angering neighbours

NEW YORK — China test-fired a long-range ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean on Monday, the first such launch in almost two years, prompting alarmed countries to criticise the move as destabilising.

Bangkok Post · Jul 6

Australia reveals likely origin of mysterious ‘space balls’ found on beaches

Crews in protective suits were seen placing objects into hazmat barrels under police guard

The Independent UK · Jul 6

We named our fear - how Aussie women won T20 World Cup

The Australian women's cricket team have regained their T20 World Cup crown, but the path to success involved plenty of tough conversations and honest feedback.

AAP · Jul 6

China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns

China’s navy has test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific

The Independent UK · Jul 6

FIFA World Cup flop triggers football reckoning across Asia as heads roll and hard questions mount

Asia's dismal FIFA World Cup performance has led to widespread soul-searching, with top football officials and coaches stepping down. South Korea's FA president and head coach resigned after a group stage exit, mirroring similar departures in Saudi Arabia. Despite an expanded tournament offering more spots, Asian teams secured only three…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

'Lean' training program pitched for UN peacekeepers

Australia's top cop will spruik a program aimed to keep UN peacekeepers well-trained despite diminishing costs across the sector.

AAP · Jul 6

China conducts long-range ballistic missile test in South Pacific

China said it test-launched a long-range ballistic missile in the South Pacific on Monday, after countries in the region reported having been warned of an imminent test.

France 24 · Jul 6

Australia and Fiji seal mutual defence pact in push to counter China in Pacific

The signing of the defence treaty comes on the same day that Chinese state media reported a submarine had test-launched a long-range ballistic missile in the South Pacific, a move criticised by Australia.

Euronews · Jul 6