The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Brisbane boys lead Aussie U19 World Cup rout of England

A superb ton from Hugh Weibgen and a blistering spell by his old schoolmate Callum Vidler have inspired Australia to an Under-19 World Cup thrashing of England.

AAP · Jan 31, 2024

First CEO appointed to national reconstruction fund

Ivan Power has been named chief executive of the $15 billion national reconstruction fund, aimed at boosting manufacturing capability.

AAP · Jan 31, 2024

Warning over wedging Pacific Island nations with aid

Australia, the US and other partners in the Pacific need to work together to ensure development aid is not misused for political interests, a report says.

AAP · Jan 31, 2024

Test cricket remains 'pinnacle' for Jake Fraser-McGurk ahead of potential ODI debut at MCG

NEW DELHI: Australian ODI squad member Jake Fraser-McGurk is eagerly awaiting the possibility of making his international debut against the West Indies at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday. The 21-year-old Victorian, who had an impressive season with the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League (BBL), is considered…

The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024

Watch - 'Playing under you has been an absolute dream': Emotional Marsh thanks Cummins after winning Allan Border medal

NEW DELHI: Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh was visibly emotional as he received the Allan Border Medal at the 2024 Australian Cricket Awards. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Marsh expressed gratitude towards skipper Pat Cummins and coach Andrew McDonald for their support and backing. He acknowledged their belief in him, which…

The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024

Top Aussie player Lucas Herbert joins LIV Golf circuit

Lucas Herbert has been confirmed as the latest Australian to join the LIV Golf tour while leading European player Adrian Meronk has also been signed up.

AAP · Jan 31, 2024

Australia’s property market upswing continues as house prices and rents rise again

Home values rose 0.4% in January and rents increased 0.8% but the housing market remained varied around the country

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2024

Medicare turns 40: is Australia’s ‘little green card’ keeping up with changing health needs?

Medicare’s universality under threat as chronic disease, mental illness and an aging population increase out-of-pocket costs, experts say

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2024

Kirin J Callinan on the ketamine overdose and heartbreak that made his ‘most truthful’ new album

In our new monthly series Headline Act we spotlight the Australian artist we’re most excited about – and they make us a playlist

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2024

The Australian who ascended to the helm of a Republican-linked fundamentalist Christian group

Martyn Iles, the former head of the Australian Christian Lobby, is set to lead a lucrative creationist group that built a replica Noah’s Ark – and has fresh ambitions for Australia

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2024