The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Australia’s pro-Palestinian activists to continue targeting Israeli ships

A blockade eventually broken up by police stopped the Israeli-owned ZIM Ganges from reaching Melbourne port for days.

Al Jazeera · Jan 29, 2024

'Tears in my eyes...': AB de Villiers' emotional post on lion-hearted Shamar Joseph

NEW DELHI: Overcoming injury, rookie pacer Shamar Joseph displayed exceptional resilience, delivering a dream spell in Brisbane to announce his arrival on the big stage. Joseph secured impressive figures of 7-68 as the West Indies pulled off a stunning eight-run victory against Australia on Sunday, marking their first Test win…

The Times of India · Jan 29, 2024

Former New Zealand PM urges Australia and west to reinstate UNRWA funding to avoid ‘catastrophic’ impact on Palestinians

Helen Clark’s call comes as Albanese government minister says halt in donations to refugee agency by more than 10 countries should be ‘as short as possible’

The Guardian - AU · Jan 29, 2024

WATCH: Brian Lara, Carl Hopper break down after Shamar Joseph-inspired West Indies breach Gabba fortress

NEW DELHI: Despite being hampered by injury caused by a toe-crushing yorker by Australian paceman Mitchell Starc, West Indies quick Shamar Joseph delivered an exceptional performance to guide the Caribbean team to one of the most remarkable upsets in Test cricket history, stunning Australia by eight runs in Brisbane on…

The Times of India · Jan 29, 2024

It’s no accident neo-Nazis tried to rally on Australia Day. Denialism of our dark history aids their cause

Robust condemnation of toxic NSN extremism is heartening. But the broad powers police rely on should give us pause

The Guardian - AU · Jan 29, 2024

Gaza aid pause slammed as 'collective punishment'

Palestine's envoy has expressed concern about Australia freezing funding to a United Nations organisation after allegations some staff were linked to Hamas.

AAP · Jan 29, 2024

Origin Energy to plug in big battery alongside gas

Origin Energy says it will build a $400 million big battery in Victoria to maintain a reliable power supply and support Australia's transition to renewables.

AAP · Jan 29, 2024

All those years of struggle, sacrifice... felt like the weight was off my shoulders: Bopanna

Rohan Bopanna reflects on his surreal victory at the Australian Open, calling it the best moment in his tennis journey.

The Hindu · Jan 29, 2024

FA out to increase number of national second tier clubs

Football Australia is hoping to add two to four new clubs to its men's national second tier, which is expected to kick off in March or April next year.

AAP · Jan 29, 2024

Labuschagne safe for NZ tour despite lean run: McDonald

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says the top six batters will be given an extended run in Test cricket, including the out-of-form Marnus Labuschagne.

AAP · Jan 29, 2024