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Australia joins France, Britain and Canada to recognise a Palestinian state

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a two-state solution is the ‘best hope’ to bring an end to the conflict

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025

Miners forge path as Aussie shares reset record

Australian shares have kicked off the week on solid footing, notching a new record with help from miners and hopes of an incoming interest rate cut.

AAP · Aug 11, 2025

Study, live, enjoy: Your first steps to studying in Australia

Australia isn’t just a place to study - it’s a place to grow, connect and live a one-of-a-kind adventure. If you're thinking about studying Down Under, you're probably dreaming of beaches, barbecues, international friendships and a world-class education system. And you’re absolutely right. But before the fun begins, let’s go…

inkl · Aug 11, 2025

‘A kick in the head we all needed’: beloved satirist John Clarke celebrated in new film by his daughter

Lorin Clarke’s documentary But Also John Clarke examines the forces that created Fred Dagg – and the reinvention that came with his move from New Zealand to Australia

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2025

Mark Baxter stopped talking about his upbringing to break through the ‘class ceiling’. Now he’s fighting for change

Less than half of ‘class marginalised workers’ were offered career development in the past year in Australia, compared to 76% of ‘privileged’ employees, a new study suggests

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2025

Hard-luck story as Aussie women wiped out in Cincinnati

As the countdown to the year's final tennis grand slam event in New York continues, there was no joy for the Australian women at the Cincinnati Open.

AAP · Aug 10, 2025

Labor Friends of Palestine applaud Albanese’s move to recognise statehood – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2025

Morning Mail: Albanese eyes universal childcare; Netanyahu defends Gaza occupation plan; confusion over Ukraine peace summit

Consultants brought in to design universal childcare system; Netanyahu resists criticism of Gaza plan; interest rate cut may bring relief to Australian households

The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2025

Triple whammy: how 3 types of drought crippled southern Australia this year

Soaking mid-winter rains have brought some relief to drought-stricken farms and rural towns across southern Australia, but the crisis is not over yet.

The Conversation · Aug 10, 2025

Fair go or no go? Aussie workers face 'class ceiling'

People from disadvantaged backgrounds are often denied the chance to get ahead at work, despite Australia frequently being touted as a classless society.

AAP · Aug 10, 2025