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espn.co.uksports12 hrs ago
Wales Midfielder Laura Hughes Leaves Melbourne City After Contract Ends
The 25-year-old departs after 69 appearances and helping secure a domestic double. She switched from Australia to Wales in 2025 and made her Wales debut in December.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics18 hrs ago
Australian officials differ on whether terrorism definition should change
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said the current definition remains appropriate while the National Security Monitor reviews whether religion should be removed from the criteria. The review is scheduled for completion in October.
The Guardianworld20 hrs ago
Australian Police Charge Former Childcare Worker With 329 Offences
Federal authorities have charged a 35-year-old man with 329 child abuse offences spanning 16 years and 136 victims. The Guardian reported that investigators contacted 121 families after analyzing millions of files.
business20 hrs ago
A-League Players Reject Salary-Cap and Wage Increases in New CBA Offer
Players in Australia's A-League Men and Women leagues rejected a proposed collective bargaining agreement last week. The prior agreement expired June 30, leaving the competitions without a deal three months before the new season. Fixtures for 2026-27 are due later this week.
The Guardianpolitics1 day ago
Sydney Opera House to host memorial for Richard Scolyer
Richard Scolyer, the pathologist who died from brain cancer on June 7 at age 59, will receive a state memorial service on Monday. The Guardian reported that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, NSW Premier Chris Minns and Governor General Sam Mostyn will attend at the Sydney Opera Ho…
nypost.comworld1 day ago
Six Metallic Orbs Wash Up on Queensland Beach, Identified as Rocket Debris
Six beach ball-sized metallic orbs came ashore on a Queensland beach last week. The Australian Space Agency said on July 5 the objects match debris from a foreign rocket that re-entered the atmosphere. Emergency responders recovered the items and declared them safe.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics1 day agoUpdated
Australian Universities Required to Prevent Racism and Antisemitism Under New Standards
Education Minister Jason Clare announced legal requirements for universities to address racism and antisemitism. The announcement came as the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion opened in-person evidence hearings in Melbourne.
washingtonpost.compolitics1 day ago
Australia Issues Return Permit to Woman Held in Syrian Camp After Revoking Her Exclusion Order
Hodan Abby received a return permit in June 2025 after a February 2025 Temporary Exclusion Order was revoked. Abc reported that she is the last known Australian linked to Islamic State remaining in Syria's al-Roj camp.
cdc.govworld1 day ago
Aged Care Regulator Investigates Providers Over Additional Service Fees; Some Operators Adjust Practices
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission received 199 complaints about fees in the first half of 2026 and launched probes into several operators. One family secured nearly $37,000 in refunds after a dementia resident was charged for unused services.
The Guardianworld1 day ago
Australia Vasectomies Rise from 22,230 in 2015 to 36,317 in 2025
Medicare data recorded 36,317 vasectomies performed in Australia in 2025, up from 22,230 a decade earlier. Nearly one-third of the 699,473 total procedures since 2000 occurred in the last five years. A Sydney GP who has completed more than 2,000 cases cited greater male responsib…
sbs.com.aupolitics1 day ago
Australia Increases Most Visa Fees by About 25 Percent on July 1 and Caps International Student Places
The federal government raised charges for resident return, bridging, student and skilled visas on July 1. Some temporary graduate visa fees had already doubled earlier in the year. The changes place Australian costs well above those in the UK, US, Canada and New Zealand.
sbs.com.auworld1 day ago
Australian Universities Face Legally Enforceable Anti-Racism Definitions and New Governance Rules From 2027
The federal government will require universities to adopt definitions of antisemitism, Islamophobia and racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under an enforceable standard. Details of the standard will be published Monday, with full compliance required from…
theconversation.combusiness1 day ago
Melbourne Has Least Restrictive Zoning Among Australian Capitals
A new report found Melbourne restricts 45 percent of residential land near its center, the lowest share among Australian capitals. Researchers said a national three-storey townhouse code could add 1.5 million homes in the city.
theconversation.combusiness2 days ago
Melbourne Allows Medium-Density Housing on Most Residential Land, Other Capitals Restrict 74 to 97 Percent
A YIMBY group atlas shows Melbourne restricts 45 percent of residential sites, far below other capitals. National targets for 1.2 million homes by 2029 remain off track. Victoria, New South Wales and the ACT recorded modest zoning improvements.
news.sky.comworld2 days ago
Police Release Bodycam Footage of 2001 Murder Suspect Interview
Northern Territory police released bodycam footage of an interview with the man convicted of killing Peter Falconio. The video shows officers asking the suspect to disclose the location of the remains ahead of the 25th anniversary of the crime.
world2 days ago
Federal Court Dismisses Pianist’s Unfair Dismissal Claim Against Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Justice Graeme Hill ruled on 10 July 2026 that the orchestra terminated Jayson Lloyd Gillham to protect its business interests rather than punish his political views. The decision followed a three-week trial that ended in June.
Nbc Newsworld3 days ago
Space Debris Identified as Rocket Pressure Vessels on Queensland Beach
Metallic objects found on Forrest Beach in Queensland were confirmed as space debris from a recent rocket re-entry. The Australian Space Agency announced the find on July 5 and continues to trace the origin with international partners.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld3 days ago
BHP and Rio Tinto delay battery-electric haul truck rollout to 2030s
BHP and Rio Tinto have pushed back their planned deployment of 240-tonne battery-electric haul trucks from the end of this decade into the 2030s. Fortescue is proceeding with an earlier timeline and plans to replace its entire diesel fleet by 2030.
world3 days ago
Telstra Nationwide Mobile Outage Lasts Several Hours
A multi-hour failure on Wednesday blocked calls including to triple zero emergency services. Telstra's chief executive apologized Friday while directing customers to existing complaint channels for compensation.
theconversation.compolitics3 days ago
Federal court rules orchestra acted legitimately in cancelling pianist's concert
A federal court dismissed a pianist's lawsuit against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra after the orchestra cancelled an August 2024 performance. The judge found the cancellation was based on business concerns rather than the performer's political statements.
forbes.comtechnology3 days ago
Telstra Network Outage Disrupted Calls and Services Across Australia
A software fault in a timing node reset the clock by 1024 weeks on Telstra's mobile network, causing widespread service failures. The outage affected Triple Zero emergency calls, payment systems, and transport services for several days.
The Guardiansports3 days ago
Big Bash League to open 2026-27 season with match in India
The opening match of Australia's Big Bash League will be played in Chennai on 12 December. The game between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers marks the first time a foreign franchise league will stage a match in India.
pewresearch.orgpolitics3 days ago
Indian-Born Residents Form Largest Foreign-Born Group in Australia
Indian-born residents now constitute the largest foreign-born population in Australia. A reception in Melbourne for the Indian prime minister drew a large crowd while migration policy remains under discussion.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld4 days ago
Federal Court Upholds Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s Cancellation of Pianist’s Concert
Justice Graeme Hill dismissed Jayson Gillham’s claim on Friday that the orchestra unlawfully discriminated against him by cancelling an August 2024 concert. The case centered on remarks Gillham made during a performance dedicated to Palestinian journalists killed by Israeli force…
news.google.comfinance4 days ago
Australia Recalls Four Batches of Kids Cough and Cold Lozenges Over Metal Wire Risk
Key Sun Labs is recalling four batches of homeopathic lozenges sold for children after regulators identified a risk of small metal wire contamination. The action follows a review by Australian health authorities.
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The Independentpolitics4 days ago
Australian prime minister apologizes for podcast remarks on entertainer
The Australian prime minister answered a podcast question about an entertainer and later issued an apology. One member of parliament called the comments inappropriate and another said they were disrespectful to women.
world4 days ago
Telstra outage disrupts triple zero calls in Australia
A Telstra network failure prevented hundreds of triple zero emergency calls from connecting. The outage follows a similar incident involving Optus in 2025. Officials have discussed policy responses focused on coverage and resilience.
The Guardianworld4 days ago
Brown huntsman spider reaches 3.59 m/s in speed tests
A brown huntsman spider recorded the highest speed among more than 250 species measured by researchers in the UK and Germany. The study combined new measurements with earlier data on spider locomotion.
algemeiner.compolitics4 days ago
Australian envoy proposes oversight of public broadcasters' Israel coverage
Australia's antisemitism envoy told a royal commission that an oversight committee should review ABC and SBS reporting on Israel. The broadcasters' editorial director rejected the suggestion that coverage has been disproportionate.
The Guardianscience4 days ago
Mental health hospital admissions among children rise on hotter days, study finds
A University of Sydney study of New South Wales data from 2001 to 2022 found mental health admissions increased on days with above-average temperatures. Researchers linked the rise to heat's effects on sleep, stress responses, and mood regulation.
pbs.orgpolitics5 days ago
Telstra Outage Disrupts Calls and Triple Zero Access Across Australia
A major Telstra network failure on Wednesday left thousands of customers without mobile service and affected some emergency calls. The company restored 90 percent of services by mid-morning and said the cause was a time-keeping server issue.
mumbrella.com.auworld5 days ago
Telstra mobile outage halts trains, traffic lights and payments for nearly five hours
A national Telstra mobile outage on Wednesday disrupted rail services, traffic signals and electronic payments across Australia. The company said the cause was time-keeping servers that fell out of sync. The communications minister said the event renewed questions about network r…
world5 days ago
Second H5 bird flu case confirmed in South Australia
South Australia confirmed a second case of H5 bird flu in a giant petrel found on the Yorke Peninsula. Western Australia reported two additional suspected cases in dead petrels. Officials said the virus has not been found in commercial poultry or non-migratory wild birds.
business5 days ago
Australian Dock Workers Seek 28-Hour Week as DP World Tests AI Cranes and Driverless Vehicles
Dock workers at DP World terminals in Australia are seeking a 28-hour work week with no pay reduction. The demand follows the operator's rollout of AI tools and automation that the Maritime Union of Australia says threaten more than 60 percent of jobs.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld6 days ago
Telstra mobile network outage disrupts calls and data across Australia
Thousands of Telstra customers lost mobile calls and data access starting around 4 a.m. Wednesday. The company confirmed the issue and advised users to restart devices while it investigated.
The Guardianfinance6 days ago
Australian Prime Minister to Host Pacific Leaders at Rugby Match
Leaders from Tonga, Samoa and Papua New Guinea will join the Australian prime minister at the State of Origin decider in Brisbane. The visit coincides with a major mobile network outage affecting Telstra customers.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness6 days ago
NRL Signs Seven-Year $5.3 Billion Broadcast Deal With Foxtel and Nine
The National Rugby League finalized a record seven-year broadcast agreement worth $5.3 billion with Foxtel and Nine Entertainment. The deal begins in 2028 and covers both the men's and women's competitions.
Abc Newstechnology6 days ago
YouTube Keeps Video Labeling Sydney Survivor as Crisis Actor
A Google executive told a government inquiry the video meets platform standards and will stay online. The video questions the authenticity of footage showing a survivor of the December Sydney attack. The inquiry is examining the spread of antisemitism in Australia.
sbs.com.aupolitics7 days ago
Australia Signs Defence Pact with Fiji, Plans Meetings with Pacific Leaders
Australian officials signed a defence agreement with Fiji on Monday. The prime minister is scheduled to meet leaders from Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, and India this week.
sciencemediacentre.co.nzpolitics7 days ago
Australia Confirms Seventh Seabird Case of H5N1 Bird Flu
A giant petrel found in northern Perth tested positive for H5N1, marking the seventh confirmed case in Australia. Officials advised commercial poultry producers to house free-range birds to limit contact with wild birds.
world7 days ago
Tasmania Station Records Highest Air Pressure Ever Measured in Australia
A weather station in Ouse, Tasmania, recorded 1044.5 hectopascals on July 6, 2026, surpassing the prior national record. An intense high-pressure system centered over the state produced the reading and widespread cold temperatures.
manufacturing.netbusiness7 days ago
Battery Electric Vehicles Reach Record Share of Australian New-Car Sales
Battery electric vehicles accounted for nearly one in four new cars sold in Australia during June, according to industry data. Sales reached more than 32,500 units in a month that set a national record.
usatoday.comsports8 days ago
Justin Brownlee ruled out of Gilas Pilipinas game against Australia due to right-leg and left-knee injuries
The 38-year-old forward will sit out Monday’s FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers match in Perth due to multiple right-leg and left-knee injuries.
business8 days ago
ASX 200 futures point to 0.4 percent decline at Monday open
Australian equity futures indicated a lower open on Monday after last week's gains. European benchmarks reached record levels on Friday while U.S. markets remained closed for the holiday.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness8 days ago
Sustainable aviation fuel from used cooking oil reaches Brisbane Airport
A fuel retailer has begun supplying sustainable aviation fuel made from imported used cooking oil to Brisbane Airport and regional Queensland cities. The fuel will be stored, blended and piped from the company's Pinkenba Terminal. The project received partial funding from a gover…
world8 days ago
Class action alleges Australian aged care provider charged residents for unusable services
A federal court lawsuit claims more than 50 Arcare facilities charged residents daily fees for services they could not use between July 2020 and July 2026. The suit alleges some charges covered services the company was already required to provide.
Fox Newsworld8 days ago
Shark Attack Survivor Leah Stewart Reads Supporter Messages While Recovering From Arm Amputation
Australian mother Leah Stewart, who lost an arm in a June 13 shark attack at Coogee Beach, has been reading supporter messages during sleepless nights. Her family provided updates on her progress after she awoke from a 10-day coma.
sbs.com.auworld8 days ago
Sydney Woman Loses Arm in Coogee Beach Shark Attack, Remains in Recovery
A 35-year-old Sydney woman suffered severe injuries in a suspected great white shark attack on June 13. She remains in recovery after multiple surgeries and an arm amputation. Her family has shared an update on her progress.
sbs.com.aubusiness8 days ago
Australian Auction Clearance Rate Rises Slightly to 49.8 Percent
The national auction clearance rate edged up from 49.2 percent to 49.8 percent last week. Brisbane recorded the steepest decline while Melbourne posted the highest rate among capital cities.
sbs.com.auworld9 days ago
Norfolk Island corals face disease, El Niño and approved dredging
Researchers report rising coral disease on Norfolk Island linked to runoff. Federal approvals allow dredging near Kingston Pier later this year.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness9 days ago
Australia Requires Employers to Pay Superannuation Within Seven Days
A new rule took effect this financial year requiring employers to transfer superannuation contributions to employee funds within seven business days of each payday. The change replaces the previous quarterly payment schedule and applies to all casual, part-time and full-time work…
business9 days ago
Australian Spy Agency ASIS Signs on as Vogue Codes Partner and Launches Instagram Account
ASIS director-general Kerri Hartland appeared at the event and the agency signed on as a supporting partner alongside Qantas and QT Hotels. The moves form part of a public push that includes a new website, Instagram account and podcast appearances.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness9 days ago
Wallabies open Nations Championship against Ireland in Sydney
Australia hosts Ireland in the first match of the new Nations Championship at a sold-out Sydney Football Stadium. The Lansdowne Cup is also on the line in the opening round of the Southern Series.
forbes.comworld9 days ago
Unesco Draft Keeps Great Barrier Reef Off Endangered List
Unesco's draft decision maintains the reef's World Heritage status. The report notes ongoing pressures from coral bleaching and climate change while acknowledging Australian efforts on water quality and fisheries.
abcnews.go.comsports9 days ago
Australia Loses World Cup Match to Egypt on Penalties
Egypt defeated Australia in a World Cup knockout match decided by penalties on Saturday morning. The result ended Australia's tournament and marked Egypt's first World Cup knockout victory.
sports9 days agoUpdated
Egypt Advances to World Cup Round of 16 After Beating Australia on Penalties
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw through extra time in Dallas. The result marks Egypt's first World Cup knockout-stage win and sends the team into the round of 16.
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sbs.com.aupolitics10 days ago
Australian government accepts 38 percent of UN human rights recommendations
The federal government rejected all eight recommendations concerning LGBTQIA+ people during the latest Universal Periodic Review. It accepted 128 of 332 total recommendations, the lowest share in two decades.
forbes.comworld10 days ago
ASIC Report Finds Gaps in Superannuation Platform Fee Caps and Advice Checks
Australia's financial regulator reviewed six large platform trustees holding $400 billion in retirement savings. The review identified shortfalls in fee caps, document sampling, and behavior monitoring. Commissioner Simone Constant discussed the findings in a public interview.
world10 days ago
Elephant seal returns to Tasmania streets after six months at sea
An elephant seal known as Neil has returned to Tasmania after nearly six months away. Local reports describe the animal moving through streets and drawing attention from residents.
sbs.com.auworld10 days ago
Australian Man Charged With Murder of Thai Teen Found in Suitcase
Simon Peter Carman, 45, faces murder and related charges after police found the body of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla inside a suitcase near railway tracks outside Pattaya. Thai authorities arrested him at Bangkok’s main airport before he could board a flight to Perth.