The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Australia has had record flu cases this year – and that’s before winter arrives. What’s going on?

With that much flu around already, doctors are urging all Australians to get vaccinated

The Guardian - AU · May 22, 2025

What Happens When a Hardcore Custom Shop Does A Full Vintage Minibike Resto?

Australian custom shop Purpose Built Moto recently took on something a little different from its usual types of projects: A full-on restoration of a 1970s Honda.

RideApart · May 22, 2025

The agony and ecstasy of watching Spurs win a trophy from 10,000 miles away

Emotion of Europa League final victory hits hard, particularly tangled in with homesickness watching from Australia at 5am

The Guardian - UK · May 22, 2025

Australian firms 'upbeat' China can navigate trade war

Australian firms are bullish about their opportunities in China despite global trade ructions casting doubt over economic growth, the Reserve Bank deputy says.

AAP · May 22, 2025

Two dead in Australia as flash floods devastate rural towns

More than 500 people were rescued in the flooding emergency in New South Wales state north of Sydney

Evening Standard · May 22, 2025

Trump falsely says South Africans fleeing ‘white genocide’ to Australia in chaotic meeting with Ramaphosa

South Africa doesn’t rank in top 10 countries of origin for humanitarian entrants to Australia

The Independent UK · May 22, 2025

Australia approves new drug to treat early Alzheimer’s disease

Kisunla is first new treatment registered by TGA in 25 years but could cost patients more than $80,000 and less than one in five will be eligible

The Guardian - AU · May 22, 2025

As the Million Paws Walk takes its last lap, other charity fundraising events face serious challenges

The RSPCA has announced this Sunday’s Million Paws Walk will be their last. The event has been celebrated across Australia since 1994, with more than 765,000 people and their 410,000 dogs having “laced up and leashed up” to raise money for animal welfare.

The Conversation · May 22, 2025

How Ange is flying the flag for football in Australia

Ange Postecoglou's Europa League triumph has attracted huge attention around Australia and there is hope his success can have a halo effect.

AAP · May 22, 2025

I'm coming for your scalp, says new Aussie UFC champ

He's a UFC champion with the world at his feet, but West Australian Jack Della Maddalena is far from satisfied with his current resume.

AAP · May 22, 2025