The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Covid infections rise in Sydney as JN.1 variant drives cases across Australia

Case numbers were higher in the fortnight ending 6 January than during the 2023 winter peak, NSW Health data shows

The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2024

Big Toe Peter Dutton Wants Us To Boycott Woolies ‘Cos It No Longer Stocks Australia Day Merch

Who woke him up?

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 11, 2024

De Minaur primed for Open tilt after drawing Raonic

In-form home hope Alex de Minaur has drawn explosive former Wimbledon finalist Milos Raonic in the first round of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

AAP · Jan 11, 2024

Aussies in Denmark to celebrate Mary's rise to Queen

Expats will celebrate at Australia's embassy as thousands gather in Copenhagen for Prince Frederik and Princess Mary's ascension to the Danish throne.

AAP · Jan 11, 2024

Djokovic and Swiatek get No. 1 seedings ahead of Australian Open

The men’s seedings mirror the ATP rankings as of Wednesday from Nos. 1-32, with 24-time major winner Djokovic followed by Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz, the only player to beat him a Grand Slam event in 2023.

The Hindu · Jan 11, 2024

New wind giant Forrest backs in temporary gas terminal

As he turns the first sod on a massive new wind farm, Andrew Forrest has backed the development of a gas facility to help Australia transition from fossil fuel.

AAP · Jan 11, 2024

Elon Musk's X Tells Watchdog It Has Shed 1,000 'Safety' Staff

Elon Musk's X has shed more than 1,000 staff globally from teams responsible for stopping abusive content online, according to new figures released Thursday by Australia's online watchdog.

International Business Times · Jan 10, 2024

Heritage train reopens after second crash in one week

A South Australian steam train operator has pleaded with the public to take care after it was involved in two collisions and one fatality in less than a week.

AAP · Jan 10, 2024

Wider Pacific unrest fears downplayed as riots rock PNG

Australia is monitoring unrest and violence in neighbouring Papua New Guinea with reports law and order are slowly being re-introduced in Port Moresby.

AAP · Jan 10, 2024

Unions sink calls for government role in port pay clash

A union chief has brushed off suggestions the federal government needs to step in to prevent a maritime workplace dispute worsening.

AAP · Jan 10, 2024