The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Jackson Irvine stars as Socceroos clinch key World Cup qualifying win over China

Nishan Velupillay adds to opener to secure win in Hangzhou which sets up a showdown in Saudi Arabia in June

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2025

Socceroos to embrace cut-throat Japan, Saudi clashes

Australia claimed a 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over China to close in on the 2026 tourney, but coach Tony Popovic wants more against Japan and Saudi Arabia.

AAP · Mar 25, 2025

Scientists discover new 15 million-year old fish with last meal fossilized inside its stomach

Scientists have discovered the fossilized remains of a new fish species called Ferruaspis brocksi, which lived 15 million years ago, and some of the fish have their final meals preserved inside their stomachs.

LiveScience · Mar 25, 2025

The Gabba to be demolished after Brisbane Olympics as new stadium plans unveiled

The new stadium will become the Australian state’s home for cricket following the Olympics.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2025

Based on the 2025 budget, what could Australia buy for $46bn instead of one nuclear submarine?

Boosting nurses wages, increasing school funding or more tax cuts – here’s what a different fiscal approach could look like

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2025

Australia budget 2025: the seven graphs you need to see

These are pure Labor tax cuts – just what the ALP should be all about – but why are we still letting gas companies get off scot-free?

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2025

Australia’s tax take is higher – but so are debt and deficit in this year’s budget

Higher-than-expected revenue has put the economy in a stronger position than last year and is helping fund pre-election policies including tax cuts

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2025

Budget fundamentals smashed as storms cloud outlook

Australia's federal budget is forecast to eclipse $1 trillion in debt for the first time in 2025/26, as global challenges threaten the nation's coffers.

AAP · Mar 25, 2025

Food and fibre get millions to fend off Trump tariffs

The federal government has moved to defend Australia's agricultural exports, as the sector prepares to have one of its biggest production years on record.

AAP · Mar 25, 2025

Sports set up for success by Brisbane 2032 blueprint

Many Australian sports believe they're set up for long-term success after the release of the Queensland government's venue plans for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

AAP · Mar 25, 2025