The Latest Breaking News from Australia

MJK Smith obituary

Cricketer who captained England for 25 Tests and amassed 39,832 runs across his first-class career

The Guardian - UK · May 18

Australian toddler in coma after inhaling cake decorating dust

Australian authorities recall product and advise consumers to stop using metallic powder immediately

The Independent UK · May 18

30 New Comics By Evie Hilliar Tackling Life’s Absurdities And Joys

Known online as Yeevz, the Australia-based artist transforms everyday thoughts and situations into colorful comics that feel uncomfortably accurate in the best possible way. Her comics jump between awkward social encounters, intrusive thoughts, creative struggles, emotional burnout, and the constant battle of trying to function like a normal human being…

Bored Panda · May 18

Police running out of room to store illegal cigarettes they’ve seized amid Australia’s booming illicit trade

Inquiry into black market hears cost of destroying vapes has also soared, with some requiring manual dismantling

The Guardian - AU · May 18

Anglo American to sell Australian steelmaking coal mines for £2.9bn

The FTSE 100 commodities giant said it will sell the operations to fellow UK-based miner Dhilmar.

Evening Standard · May 18

Australia’s new migration policy backs skilled workers and onshore applicants for permanent residency

Australia will maintain its permanent migration intake at 1.85 lakh for 2026-27. The nation prioritizes skilled migrants and those already residing in Australia. Employer-sponsored visas see a significant increase. Reforms to the points test and recognition of overseas qualifications are planned. Indians now form Australia's largest migrant group.

The Economic Times · May 18

10 Giant Birds That Are Bigger Than Humans

When most people think of birds, they imagine tiny sparrows, colourful parrots, or pigeons sitting quietly on rooftops. But nature has another side that feels almost unreal. There are birds on Earth so massive, so powerful, and so tall that standing beside them feels like standing next to a dinosaur.…

Times Pets · May 18

Australia outlaws prominent neo Nazi group in crackdown on antisemitic hatred

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The Independent UK · May 18

Musicians vanishing from Australia's major productions

Disney has cut parts from its orchestra and replaced them with synthesised keyboard technology, leaving local musicians out of a job.

AAP · May 18

Kylie’s biggest Netflix doc revelations, from personal tragedy to the raunchy tour that went too far

TV: Despite the freight train of hits and that famed megawatt smile, the beloved Australian pop star remains utterly elusive, writes Annabel Nugent. In a new Netflix documentary, Kylie lifts the veil on the love affairs, career missteps and unlikely friendships that shaped her life

The Independent UK · May 18