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Millions of Australians eligible for 5% first home buyers scheme may be unable to afford repayments

Greens and experts argue policies that let first home buyers spend more than usual only creates more expensive housing – without lifting the proportion of homeowners

The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025

When does daylight saving start again in Australia – and how can you adjust your body clock?

Early on Sunday clocks will go forward one hour. Here’s what you need to know – and how it will affect you

The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025

China’s reported BHP iron ore ban has wide-ranging ramifications. Here’s what to know

Beijing’s strategic bid to reduce prices is viewed as a commercial dispute, but Canberra could be drawn in if budget revenue takes a hit

The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025

How to Choose the Right Mattress: A Complete Buyer's Guide for Australians

Buying a mattress is one of those purchases most Australians only make every seven to ten years.

inkl · Oct 2, 2025

What do the Springboks need to win the Rugby Championship? Title permutations explained

New Zealand and Australia still harbour hopes of overhauling the defending champions at the top of the table

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2025

Defence treaty with PNG ready for signing after its cabinet gives it the tick

The Papua New Guinea cabinet has cleared the way for the finalisation of a sweeping new defence treaty between PNG and Australia.

The Conversation · Oct 2, 2025

BHP Hedges China Risks With Olympic Dam Copper Investment

BHP (NYSE:BHP) has announced an investment of more than 840 million Australian dollars ($556 million) into growth-enabling copper projects at Olympic Dam in northern South Australia. The funding will expand mining access, upgrade smelting capacity, and reinforce the foundations of the company’s Copper SA operations.

Benzinga · Oct 2, 2025

Aussie serves it up to veteran in straight-sets victory

Australian tennis ace Christopher O'Connell has powered his way to an impressive first-round win at the Shanghai Masters.

AAP · Oct 2, 2025

Papua New Guinea Cabinet approves defense treaty with Australia

Papua New Guinea’s Cabinet has approved a defense treaty with Australia, aiming to curb Chinese influence in the region

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2025

Tane Edmed given fly half chance as Australia ring changes for second New Zealand clash

Wallabies prop James Slipper will bow out after the second Bledisloe Cup clash, with New Zealand missing Beauden Barrett

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2025