The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Extension on fuel excise relief kept in play by PM

Fuel excise relief appreciated by Australian motorists may not end in July, as the government promotes other tax cuts due to begin at the same time.

AAP · May 16

'Every golfer's dream': Min Woo Lee in PGA title mix

Four Australians, led by national No.1 Min Woo Lee, have made the halfway cut at the PGA Championship, men's golf's second major of the year.

AAP · May 16

Australian fashion week 2026: best looks – in pictures

From a dress you’ll never regret, to one with an entire table inside it, here are the highlights from Australian fashion week’s 2026 collections

The Guardian - AU · May 16

Coalition migrant cuts plan triggers ire of uni sector

The universities sector, which relies heavily on fee-paying foreign students, says coalition plans to cut immigration would hurt the economy and cost jobs.

AAP · May 15

England head to training camp with fresh faces but post-Ashes identity still a mystery

Brendon McCullum will have to adapt to a new environment as Test setup looks to move on from thrashing

The Guardian - UK · May 15

A boutique hotel that feels like a member’s club in Sydney’s Surry Hills

HOTELS : In Sydney’s coolest neighbourhood, Daisy Lester checks into the Ace Hotel, where vintage-inspired design meets a creative clientele

The Independent UK · May 15

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman: 'Anyone who thinks they're indispensible is...' Life lessons on success, human nature and career by popular Australian actor

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman shares a message about success, human nature, career growth and teamwork. The quote says that no person is indispensable. The story explains the meaning of the quote and explores Hugh Jackman’s life journey, career milestones, awards and achievements. The article also explains how…

The Economic Times · May 15

Eurovision 2026: why is Australia competing – and could Delta Goodrem actually win?

After Goodrem’s Eclipse performance in the semi-final, the country’s odds shot up to second. But what would an Australian win mean for Eurovision – and what happens next?

The Guardian - AU · May 15

‘Proud, pleased, gobsmacked’: Tidy Towns honours the unsung heroes of small Australian communities

The awards may look a little different from the original anti-litter tourism effort of the 1960s, but they’re still a way for far-flung towns to showcase their civic pride

The Guardian - AU · May 15

Getting down in the mud with Pauline Hanson won’t help Angus Taylor – but principled policy could

The Coalition should seek differentiation from One Nation with policies like the indexation proposal rather than the crass convenience of grievance politics

The Guardian - AU · May 15