The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Record-breaking heatwave eases as two months’ worth of rain soaks parts of South Australia

Southerly buster sweeps up the NSW coast bringing thunderstorms and dropping temperatures by up to 10C

The Guardian - AU · Dec 10, 2023

Drug traffickers risk lives and freedom in pivot to sea

Drug cartels are increasingly using the oceans to import drugs into Australia, leading to more calls for help when smugglers run into trouble on the water.

AAP · Dec 10, 2023

Australia's Sutherland nets big pay day at WPL auction

Annabel Sutherland was one of five Australians picked up at the Women's Premier League auction and is set for a big pay day when the tournament begins.

AAP · Dec 10, 2023

Study reveals social cost of abolishing early closing

A study undertaken by La Trobe and Melbourne universities measures the impacts of early closing times on drunkenness, liver disease and death by injury.

AAP · Dec 9, 2023

Series win over Aussies was big boost ahead of SA tour: Suryakumar

Suryakumar Yadav admitted that the heart-breaking World Cup final defeat is a tough one to move on from

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Haney vs Prograis live stream: How to watch boxing online today, non-PPV option, start time, full fight card, undercard underway

The Haney vs Prograis live boxing stream pits the undisputed former lightweight champion against the WBC title holder at 140lbs. Here's everything you need to know to watch it online.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 9, 2023

Monet, Kusama and very good dog art: regional Australia’s big summer exhibitions

In the 2023-24 summer period, a slew of major works and exhibitions is on offer in Australia’s regions, from big names to a blockbuster showcase of Yolŋu art

The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2023

Australia’s economy 2023 report: how it started v how it’s going

Stronger than expected population growth made inflation hardier than most experts predicted and property prices defied successive rate rises

The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2023

Atar results: when can students expect their university admission rank and what does it mean?

Getting your Atar can be a significant milestone – but it’s only one of many possible pathways to Australia’s higher education system

The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2023

‘It’s all about entitlement. Simple’: the rampant acts of tree vandalism on Australia’s foreshores

Trees are a public asset. When they are illegally destroyed in pursuit of better views or property prices, the losses are many and profound

The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2023