The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Cyclone Jasper Makes Landfall In Australia

Tropical Cyclone Jasper hit northeast Australia Wednesday, leaving thousands of people in coastal communities without power and preparing for potentially "life-threatening" floods.

International Business Times · Dec 13, 2023

Labor seeks safety in numbers when navigating Gaza ceasefire stance

The government will deny internal Labor party politics influenced the decision, but it has come under increasing pressure from within

The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2023

‘Dangerous product’: Australian ban on engineered stone to begin next year

Most states and territories to ban product on 1 July, with the commonwealth flagging an import prohibition

The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2023

'He doesn't want to make a fuss...': Cummins after Khawaja opts against wearing Gaza messages on shoes

NEW DELHI: Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has decided not to wear shoes adorned with messages highlighting the situation in Gaza during the first Test against Pakistan, according to captain Pat Cummins.

The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023

Australia pursues trade deal with UAE after EU failure

Australia will hold talks with the United Arab Emirates in the new year to negotiate a free trade deal, after discussions with the European Union fell over.

AAP · Dec 13, 2023

Khawaja vows to fight for those without a voice

Australia opener Usman Khawaja won't be wearing shoes bearing the words 'all lives are equal' when the first Test against Pakistan begins on Thursday.

AAP · Dec 13, 2023

Australia denounces Chinese aggression on high seas

Recent actions by Chinese vessels in the disputed South China Sea have been described as unsafe and unprofessional by Australia's defence minister.

AAP · Dec 13, 2023

Pesticide residue from farms and towns is ending up in fresh oysters

For years, oysters have been lauded as one of the most sustainable and healthy seafood options. But our food is only as healthy as the environment it is grown in.

The Conversation · Dec 13, 2023

Major projects funding to be slashed by billions

Billions of dollars in funding for Australia's major infrastructure projects will decrease over the next four years, as the government re-prioritises money.

AAP · Dec 13, 2023

Clean energy superpower status remains work in progress

The federal budget update acknowledges more must be done to secure and wire up renewables, with clean energy "superpower" status remaining a work in progress.

AAP · Dec 13, 2023