The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Endangered species at risk as bird flu spreads

Conservationists hold deep concerns for the future of some of Australia's most critically endangered species after a spike in bird flu cases.

AAP · Jul 30

Double trouble: runway rebrand gives events same names

There's nothing like a bit of fashion inspo, but a rebranding has left Australia's two biggest runway events with almost the same name.

AAP · Jul 30

Shares fall from multi-month high as confidence wanes

The ASX has handed back most of Wednesday's gains, as fresh strikes between the US and Iran stoked fears about global inflation and growth.

AAP · Jul 30

KPMG Australia says no decision made on workforce after media report of 1,000 job cuts

KPMG Australia denies making job cut decisions following media reports. The firm is reviewing its operating model and cost base for future challenges. This comes after a significant audit misconduct scandal involving confidential client data. Several high-level executives have already departed the accounting firm. KPMG faces multiple government and professional…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Australia begins legal action against Telegram over alleged pro-terror material after Russia's charges on Durov

Australia's internet regulator has begun legal action against Telegram. This action targets alleged failings to remove pro-terror posts from the platform. The regulator cited videos linked to Christchurch and Buffalo terror attacks. Telegram faces potential civil penalties of up to fifty-four point six million Australian dollars. The messaging app has…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

MasterChef 2026 Fans Think They’ve Worked Out Who Will Win & I Can Totally See This Happening

Redditors on the MasterChef Australia subreddit have begun to speculate who wins the shebang ahead of Finals Week.

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 30

Australia’s swimming momentum shows no sign of slowing down after record Commonwealth Games haul

The six-day swim meet in Glasgow ended with 37 gold, 16 silver and 23 bronze medals, masking a subtle but significant changing of the guard

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30

Australia assisting man facing death penalty in Syria

Lawyers for a Gold Coast man facing a possible death penalty in Syria are seeking to ensure his rights are protected as federal authorities provide assistance.

AAP · Jul 29

'Stupid' run pays huge dividends for Aussie West

Australia's Tori West made a bold play in the final event of the women's heptathlon in Glasgow and it paid off as she hung on bravely to secure bronze.

AAP · Jul 29

Ramsay-Peaty ends his Commonwealth Games with silver for England in medley relay

Adam Ramsay-Peaty’s Commonwealth Games ended with a silver medal as England were beaten by Australia’s swimmers in the 4x100m medley relay

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29