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Australia, Papua New Guinea Delay Mutual Defence Treaty

Australia and Papua New Guinea failed to sign a long-awaited mutual defence treaty as expected on Wednesday, as Canberra seeks to deepen ties with Pacific nations and counter Beijing's rising influence.

International Business Times

Australian shares close lower as banks and miners drag

September continues to be a challenging month for Australia's share market which is heading towards a third straight week of losses.

AAP

Injured Cummins to play key part in Ashes: coach

Australia's captain Pat Cummins will play a key part in the Ashes series, though it may not be in all five Tests, coach Andrew McDonald says.

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Trump accuses ABC journalist of ‘hurting Australia’ and says he’ll report him to Albanese

It doesn’t take much for a journalist to get under Donald Trump’s skin. When the ABC’s United States correspondent John Lyons started questioning the president during a Washington “doorstop” about his business dealings while in office, the response was both full-on and petty.

The Conversation

Pacific leaders reach agreement on big issues – but unity remains elusive

The Pacific Islands Forum wrapped up its annual leaders meeting last week with some significant agreements, including the launch of the region’s own climate financing facility, the endorsement of the Ocean of Peace declaration and policies on partnerships and broader aspirations for “deeper integration”.

The Conversation

Top sports teams are bought and sold for billions worldwide. The risky trend is coming to Australia

In recent years, private equity has changed the global sports landscape, with clubs from Major League Baseball (MLB) and the National Football League (NFL), rugby union in New Zealand and European soccer reaping massive financial benefits.

The Conversation

Labor grassroots want action after UN's genocide edict

More than 100 Labor branches have declared their support for sanctions against Israel following a UN finding of genocide in Gaza.

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Battle for the bush? Ignore the noise – most farmers like renewables

Reaching net zero in Australia relies on the bush. That’s where the land, sun, wind and freshwater resources are.

The Conversation

Ground zero: rain-starved southern Australia is grappling with one of the worst droughts in memory

Rainfall picked up in June and July in some areas but it may already be too late

The Guardian - AU

Konstas conquers mental demons to post Test statement

Sam Konstas' early-season statement to Test selectors came with a balance of patience and aggression while playing for Australia A in India.

AAP

Trump Pops Off At Aussie Reporter For… Asking Questions: ‘You’re Hurting Australia’

Trump blasts an ABC journalist after questions at the White House, confirming he’ll meet Albanese in New York as Australia‑US talks ramp up.

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AI could detect heart risk from breast screening images, study suggests

Researchers in Australia developed an AI algorithm based on mammogram images from more than 49,000 women.

The Independent UK

Concerto that was lost to time to premiere in Australia

The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra will premiere a concerto that had been lost to time, and rediscovered by accident.

AAP

Morning Mail: Trump clashes with ABC reporter, gambling lobby sponsors MP sports, Robert Redford dies at 89

US president accuses John Lyons of ‘hurting Australia’ in fierce exchange

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Conroy says Labor unconcerned by PNG-China discussions – as it happened

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Australia’s 2035 climate target is coming. Here’s how we’ll know if it’s good enough 

The clock is ticking on the federal government’s big climate reveal: Australia’s 2035 emissions targets. The declaration is expected later this week, and will signal to the world how hard Australia will go to help avoid the worst effects of climate change.

The Conversation

Could making tobacco cheaper actually cut down smoking rates? We asked 5 experts

Australia aims to reduce rates of daily smoking to 5% or less by 2030. By 2023, we got down to 8.3%.

AAP

Green jet fuel creates runway for 2035 climate goals

Slashing the emissions profile of planes, ships and heavy trucks is the main game of a $1.1 billion injection into the low carbon fuel industry.

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From batteries to EV chargers, Australia and NZ need these 3 fixes to hit net-zero at less cost

New figures show Australians bought a record 85,000 home batteries in the first half of 2025. That’s almost three times more than the year before, and nearly fivefold growth since 2022.

AAP

'Looks too high': net zero spotlight on Liberal leader

The federal Liberal leader has offered an olive branch to mounting internal pressure for her to walk away from Australia's climate targets.

AAP

Aussie sensation Gout Gout set to be unleashed in Tokyo

Gout Gout and Torrie Lewis will be the centre of Australian attention in the opening round of the 200m races at the world championships.

AAP

PNG defence pact sign-off delayed in setback for PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says there's "no downside" to the delayed sign-off on a major defence pact between Australia and Papua New Guinea.

The Guardian - UK

Southport killer thought to have viewed teen stabbing footage shortly before attack

‘Sobering and concerning’ that Axel Rudakubana had searched X for Australia knife attack, inquiry told

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Doctor Furious After Virgin Australia Staff Kicked Her Out Of Lounge For Pumping Breast Milk

The staff member ignored an important piece of Australian legislation that protects the rights of mothers to breastfeed in public.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s Jess Hull takes 1500m bronze after brave race against Kenyan legend Faith Kipyegon

Australian ‘really proud’ after gritty run against triple Olympic champion, while Peter Bol fails to get through 800m heats

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