The Latest Breaking News from Australia

‘It can be done’: how a strong female crossbench could challenge Australian politics

As disillusionment with the Morrison government grows, a new generation of independents is emerging to run against the system itself

The Guardian - AU · Feb 13, 2022

Budget needs investments, not cuts: ACOSS

Welfare advocacy group ACOSS says it is not the right time for the federal budget to fund tax cuts for the rich, but rather to invest in low-income earners.

AAP · Feb 13, 2022

Australia star Quade Cooper shows off NFL skills with 40-yard quarterback pass in Japan

Wallabies fly-half Quade Cooper continues to enjoy his life in Japan and recently unleashed a quarterback pass to make even Tom Brady proud in his latest outing for Hanazono Kintetsu Liners.

Daily Mirror · Feb 13, 2022

Sri Lanka set 165 to win T20 vs Australia

Josh Inglis' 48 runs from 32 balls has helped propel Australia to 6-164 in the second T20 International with Sri Lanka at the SCG.

AAP · Feb 13, 2022

Australia clinches T20 international victory over Sri Lanka in Super Over to take 2-0 series lead

In a thrilling finish, world champions Australia come away with a tense win over Sri Lanka at the SCG, with a Super Over needed to decide the result.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2022

Will Pucovski resting after suffering concussion during Victoria's Sheffield Shield match against South Australia

Cricket Victoria responds to calls for Will Pucovski to retire to protect his long-term health, after he suffered the 11th concussion of his frequently interrupted career.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2022

IPL Auction 2022 updates | Two days of bidding comes to end

204 players sold in two days

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2022

Heavy snow, wind, causes cancellation of events at Beijing Winter Olympic Games

Blizzard-like conditions are causing events to be postponed, such as the women's aerials qualification featuring three Australians, including world champion Laura Peel.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2022

Jaishankar lauds Indian community's key role in shaping positive image in Australia

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on February 13 met the Indian community in Melbourne and appreciated their key role in shaping the country’s positive image in Australia and in the new phase of bilateral ties.

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2022

Warning about maintaining solar panel batteries after Adelaide house badly damaged in fire

A fire that started in a solar panel battery badly damages a house in Adelaide's northern suburbs, in what the Metropolitan Fire Service says is a growing problem across Australia.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2022