The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Monstrous funnel-web spider ‘Herculese’ breaks record in Australia

It has surpassed the previous record-holder, named ‘Colossus’

The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2024

Australia women will look to be ruthless against India in T20I series, says Georgia Wareham

NEW DELHI: The Australia women's team's unwavering ruthlessness at the summit has been instrumental in maintaining their dominance over India, a quality the visitors aim to uphold in the upcoming three-match T20I series, according to leg-spinner Georgia Wareham in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.

The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024

Aaron Finch bids farewell to Big Bash League after 13 seasons with Melbourne Renegades

NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has announced his retirement from the Big Bash League (BBL) after an illustrious 13-season career with the Melbourne Renegades.

The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024

India women seek redemption in T20 series against Australia

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year, the Indian women's cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, is aiming for a comprehensive turnaround as they face Australia in a three-match T20 series starting on Friday.

The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024

Number of Aussies on burning Japanese plane downgraded

There were four fewer Australians on the Japan Airlines flight that burst into flames after landing than originally feared but all are safe and accounted for.

AAP · Jan 4, 2024

Rain halts play after Pakistan dismiss Australian openers in Sydney Test

NEW DELHI: The third Test between Australia and Pakistan in Sydney witnessed a rain-interrupted second day after the visiting team managed to secure crucial wickets, including the dismissals of Australian openers David Warner and Usman Khawaja.

The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024

Australia's Usman Khawaja completes 7,000 international runs

Usman Khawaja completes 7,000 international runs in 118 matches with 17 centuries & 38 fifties. Australia 116/2 at Tea on day two of 3rd Test vs Pakistan.

The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024

Australian homes three times more likely to have solar panels than a pool as energy prices surge

Data shows 2023 had second-highest record of rooftop solar installations as small-scale solar continues to grow

The Guardian - AU · Jan 4, 2024

Peter Dutton backs release of Iraq war papers after Morrison government failure

Department claims key documents outlining reasoning behind joining US-led invasion were not included in an ‘apparent administrative oversight’

The Guardian - AU · Jan 4, 2024

Utes and SUVs make up entire top 10 in record year of new car sales in Australia

The Ford Ranger usurped Toyota’s HiLux as the most sold car model, while battery EVs accounted for 7.2% of sales

The Guardian - AU · Jan 4, 2024