The Latest Breaking News from Ben Mckay

Bombers coach jumps to defend maligned defender McKay

Essendon defender Ben McKay has had a tough start to the AFL season but coach Brad Scott is adamant he is key for the Bombers.

AAP · Mar 27, 2025

Bombers seek response to 'totally unacceptable' effort

Winless Essendon face a huge challenge to turn their form around against Port Adelaide after a "bitterly disappointing" performance in the loss to Adelaide.

AAP · Mar 24, 2025

Vanuatu's PM launches ambitious 100-day recovery plan

Earthquake recovery and economic stimulus are among the new Vanuatu government's early moves as the five-party coalition aims to boost the economy.

AAP · Mar 6, 2025

New Zealand grapples with nationhood on Waitangi Day

New Zealand commemorates its national day, Waitangi Day, 185 years after the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.

AAP · Feb 5, 2025

Seymour enrages Maori as NZ leaders descend on Waitangi

The row over the role of the Treaty of Waitangi in modern-day New Zealand shows no sign of abating, with protests on the eve of the country's national day.

AAP · Feb 4, 2025

New Zealand unemployment rate climbs to 5.1 per cent

New Zealand's opposition has blamed Chris Luxon's government for job losses after the country's unemployment rate reached 5.1 per cent.

AAP · Feb 4, 2025

Five-way coalition likely in Vanuatu, just one woman MP

The final results from Vanuatu's January 16 election have confirmed a shocking gender disparity, with just one woman elected in the 52-seat parliament.

AAP · Jan 29, 2025

Earthquake-struck Vanuatu needs aid, tourism help

Vanuatu is used to dealing with ferocious cyclones but the 7.3-magnitude earthquake which rumbled Efate island and Port Vila presents a tough road to recovery.

AAP · Jan 17, 2025

Coalition govt likely in Vanuatu, where women struggle

Vanuatu has just one female MP and seven women candidates among the 217 running for office in this month's snap election.

AAP · Jan 16, 2025

Vanuatu in Australian aid request in earthquake rebuild

Port Vila's CBD and city waterfront remains off-limits a month after a deadly earthquake, prompting frustration and anger from business owners.

AAP · Jan 15, 2025