The Latest Breaking News from Australia

This new Microsoft 365 Copilot feature could throw your GDPR compliance into question — here's how to check, and how turn it off

Microsoft wants to ease EU Copilot processing by having some data processed in the US, Canada, and Australia.

TechRadar · Apr 23

The 'Andrew' Rule: Is King Charles III Taking Cues From Brother's Downfall as Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Rift Deepens?

Piers Morgan has urged stripping Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of royal titles after their Australia trip, citing Prince Andrew's downfall, as commentators debate an 'Andrew rule.'

International Business Times UK · Apr 23

Scaling Up a Transport Business in Australia: What Every Owner Should Know Before Making Moves

The logistics industry in Australia is facing pressures – but positive ones. Demand continues to grow from various sectors including freight transport, construction supply chain management, and same-day last mile delivery services. All because of continued infrastructure spending and growth of the SME economy alongside e-commerce. Once a transport business…

inkl · Apr 23

Regis Healthcare Shares Soar 16% on Australian Budget Aged Care Funding Boost

Shares in Regis Healthcare Ltd surged more than 16% on Thursday as investors cheered a major federal budget announcement that promises significant changes to aged care funding, providing fresh tailwinds for Australia's largest listed residential aged care provider.

International Business Times · Apr 23

ASX 200 Slides 0.57% as Geopolitical Jitters and Profit Warnings Weigh on Australian Shares

The S&P/ASX 200 index closed lower Thursday, shedding more than 50 points as renewed uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, a sharp drop in a major healthcare stock and broad sector rotation left investors cautious despite some resilience in energy and gold-related names.

International Business Times · Apr 23

Bibby Stockholm asylum barge contractor admits overcharging UK government £118m

Australia’s Corporate Travel Management is ‘negotiating commercial arrangements’ to refund the money

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23

David Malouf was a writer of wisdom, grace and generosity

David George Joseph Malouf AO, one of Australia’s most accomplished, internationally renowned and beloved writers, has died aged 92.

The Conversation · Apr 23

Australia ready to host nuclear-powered submarines: US

Australia is ready to begin immediately hosting US nuclear-powered submarines at a key base in WA, as the nation is warned about warfare extending to space.

AAP · Apr 23

Award-winning Aussie literary figure David Malouf dies

One of Australia's most celebrated literary figures, David Malouf, who published multiple prize-winning works, has passed away at the age of 92.

AAP · Apr 23

Rinehart could be ordered to give documents to rivals

Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart, might have to open her company books for two rival mining dynasties after a bitter legal feud over iron ore riches.

AAP · Apr 23