The Latest Breaking News from Australia

'Truth, not noise': ambassador backs gender data

Australia will continue to invest in gender data collection to monitor progress on efforts to advance gender equality and address disparities.

AAP · Mar 11

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to attend 'girls' weekend' in Sydney

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex is to attend a "girls' weekend" in Australia next month, where attendees can pay more than A$3,000 for a group photograph with her.

BANG Premier · Mar 11

From Bangarra and Aust ballet grow seeds of a new dance

From the first seed to eucalypts, weeds and fires, Flora is the first full length collaboration between the Australian Ballet and Bangarra Dance Theatre.

AAP · Mar 11

‘I’m in shock’ – England’s Dani Gibson lands £190,000 payday in Hundred auction

Australia’s Beth Mooney and New Zealand’s Sophie Devine picked up record salaries of £210,000

The Independent UK · Mar 11

Why are Iranian players staying in Australia after Asian Cup elimination and why is Donald Trump involved?

Five players from Iran’s women’s national football team have been granted humanitarian visas by Australia following their elimination from the Asian Cup

FourFourTwo · Mar 11

Data centre blackout risk spurs tougher standard call

Data centres could soon be subject to stricter grid connection standards to protect Australia's network from blackouts and instability.

AAP · Mar 11

Iran Women's Football Players Seek Asylum In Australia Over Fears Of Punishment At Home

Seven members of Iran's women's football team granted asylum in Australia after national anthem protest at the AFC Women's Asian Cup.

International Business Times UK · Mar 11

Podcast Host Reveals Why She Turned Down Interview with Meghan Markle

“I keep having to pinch myself,” podcast host Gemma O’Neill said.

Marie Claire · Mar 11

Iran’s sports minister rules out World Cup participation – reports

Iran are due to play all three of their group games at this summer’s finals in the United States.

The Independent UK · Mar 11

Fintech Innovation in Australia’s Gambling Sector Is Being Driven by Open Data

Australia’s fintech sector has reached a stage where data access, real-time payments, AI automation, and crypto usage are all active parts of financial operations. These developments no longer exist as isolated upgrades. They now function together across a range of industries, with digital wagering included in that shift.

inkl · Mar 11