The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Want to be buried on your own land, at sea or in a forest? A guide to unconventional send-offs

At some point, you or someone else will need to make a decision about your “send-off”.

The Conversation · May 17, 2024

Australia applies sanctions for North Korea arms supply

Australia is imposing targeted financial sanctions on entities associated with North Korea's illegal export of arms to Russia.

AAP · May 16, 2024

Morning Mail: Labor’s $45m ad blitz, abused women in legal trap, household solar export charge criticised

Treasurer reveals plan to spruik Future Made policy in an exclusive Guardian interview; thousands denied help to fight domestic violence cases

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

Ten years and $200,000: the cost in Australia of protecting a child from an abusive ex-partner

Caroline secured full custody through the courts – but the experience was like ‘being a victim of family violence again’

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

Australian workplaces rated as ‘menopause friendly’ on flimsy grounds, inquiry told

Companies are using training and accreditation services but there is a lack of evidence about which interventions really work, submissions say

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

Australian soldiers ‘thrown under the bus’ over alleged Afghanistan war crimes, SAS body says

After report found senior officers should take some responsibility, Australian SAS Association chair says ‘finally’ the finger is being pointed at ministers and generals

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

Microsoft offers to relocate nearly 10% of China-based staffers to the US or allied nations — AI and cloud engineering exodus from China begins

Microsoft offers over 700 AI and Cloud Computing engineers and other staffers in its China operation to move to the U.S., Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand.

Tom’s Hardware · May 16, 2024

Exploring Nature's Palette: Top 10 Colorful Sand Beaches Worldwide

Discover stunning beaches worldwide with colorful sand, from purple and black to white and pink.

Top News · May 16, 2024

Watch: Justin Langer shares the famous 'rubbish bin' story from Australia's 2019 Ashes defeat

Former Australia opener and coach, who is the current head coach of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), enthralled a young crowd by telling the Ashes 2019 story around the 'rubbish bin', which is part of the 'The Test' web series.

The Times of India · May 16, 2024

Aussie skateboarders out to nail down Olympic spots

An Australian contingent of 19 skateboarders are competing in the Olympic Qualifier Series in Shanghai in an attempt to book a spot at the Paris Games.

AAP · May 16, 2024