The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Labor backs 'strong' fuel supply as petrol prices bite

Drivers continue to feel the pinch at the bowser despite strong national fuel supplies, as the ongoing volatile war in Iran drags on.

AAP · Aug 7

With a little bravery and big swings, women’s sport can enjoy more magical crowd moments

The AFLW could borrow some of the gumption from a North American ice hockey league to grow Australian rules football’s elite women’s competition

The Guardian - AU · Aug 7

Wallabies need to handle the heat as Les Kiss era begins in sweltering Japan

Australia’s new head coach refused to cool expectations before a rugby international in Osaka with a short runway to hosting the 2027 World Cup

The Guardian - AU · Aug 7

Dazn buys Australia series rights as platforms jostle over England white-ball tour

Dazn has bought the UK rights for Australia’s Test series against Bangladesh in a landmark deal for the streaming platform

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7

A humpback whale made a 7-kilometre detour through Sydney Harbour, and public sightings helped authorities track it through one of Australia’s busiest waterways

A humpback whale has made an extraordinary entrance into Sydney Harbour, marking an exceptional urban wildlife sighting. Marine experts, alongside enthusiastic locals, diligently monitored the whale's remarkable seven-kilometre journey through the bustling waterway. This rare occurrence highlights the delicate balance between metropolitan living and marine wildlife, emphasising the significance of…

The Times of India · Aug 7

This cinematic photo of Australian drovers is honored at a major awards – and it’s a masterclass in visual storytelling

The image tells the story of Riley, a young drover on the rural Roma Road in Australia, with every element of the scene combining perfectly to complete the visual narrative

Digital Camera World · Aug 7

Canberra and Manila expect defence agreement this year

Already strong military relations between Australia and the Philippines will be boosted further by a defence cooperation agreement on track for signing soon.

AAP · Aug 7

Why Radiant Cut Engagement Rings Are Growing in Popularity

Discover why radiant cut engagement rings are becoming increasingly popular among couples. Explore styles, trends, and tips in our latest blog post!

inkl · Aug 7

Australia grants citizenship to two Iranian women footballers who sought asylum

The Refugee Council of Australia, a nonprofit umbrella organisation representing asylum-seekers, said refugees usually must live in Australia on a valid visa for four years before they can apply for citizenship.

Euronews · Aug 7

In 1956, an 11-year-old took an abbot’s kneecap and medieval tile from Glastonbury Abbey; 70 years later, his widow returned it from Australia

A medieval abbot's kneecap and a floor tile have been returned to Glastonbury Abbey more than 70 years after they were taken by an 11-year-old schoolboy during an archaeological dig. The artefacts were kept in Australia for decades before the boy's widow brought them back following his death in 2025.

The Times of India · Aug 7