The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Australia's secrecy laws include 875 offences. Reforms are welcome, but don't go far enough for press freedom

In 2019, the New York Times declared that “Australia may well be the world’s most secretive democracy”.

The Conversation · Nov 21, 2023

Fortescue hit with first strike, unveils green spend

Fortescue Metals Group has received a "first strike" on executive pay as the iron ore miner unveiled plans to splash $1.1 billion on green hydrogen.

AAP · Nov 21, 2023

Warner skips T20s, boosting Smith's chances to open

David Warner has withdrawn from Australia's Twenty20 series against India, which is already shaping as an ugly reminder of cricket's cluttered calendar.

AAP · Nov 21, 2023

Here’s The Minimum Annual Salary Required To Buy A House For Each Australian State

New research reveals that an average household needs an annual income of more than $300k to afford a median home.

Pedestrian.tv · Nov 21, 2023

World Cup: Cannot fault bowlers for effort, says Paras Mhambrey

AHMEDABAD: Bowling coach Paras Mhambrey lauded India’s bowling unit, commending them for their effort and commitment after India were outplayed by Australia in the final. “One game doesn’t take the credit away from these guys. If you look at the last six-seven months, the way these guys have played, not…

The Times of India · Nov 21, 2023

Popyrin replaces injured Kokkinakis in Davis Cup finals

Australia's Alexei Popyrin is excited to play in the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, where he used to live, after being called in to replace Thanasi Kokkinakis.

AAP · Nov 21, 2023

Tripling of renewable energy within reach for Australia

Australia's renewable energy target is outdated and fails to reflect an "entirely achievable" global goal to triple renewables by 2030, modelling suggests.

AAP · Nov 21, 2023

Morning Digest | India, Australia hold 2+2 Ministerial talks to boost strategic ties, Joseph Boakai declared winner of Liberia presidential Elections, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 21, 2023

The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023

The Way We Wore: Celeste Barber’s ABC docuseries takes on Australian fashion’s hits and gaffes

The three-part series serves as a beginner’s guide to an undervalued industry and argues Australians have always had a sense of style

The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2023

Largest emitter AGL battles delay, billionaire activist

Australia's biggest emitter AGL has avoided a second strike on executive pay but the largest shareholder is demanding an end to "old thinking" on energy supply.

AAP · Nov 21, 2023