Today
‘Australia is not complicit’ in Israel’s actions: Marles
Defence Minister Richard Marles has defended the government’s transparency on Gaza by insisting it is not providing any weapons to Israel. How the day unfolded.
Yesterday
Liberals call for explanation on Bourke St post office break-in
The Liberal party has called for Australia Post to explain how a post office break-in in Melbourne’s CBD that may have compromised customers’ personal details occurred. How the day unfolded.
This Month
MPs criticise Greens senator’s silent protest as GG opens parliament
MPs across politics criticised Mehreen Faruqi’s choice to protest against Israel as the governor general gave her speech to open the 48th parliament. How the day unfolded.
Chinese car brands all the rage, and on track to dominate by 2035
Forecasting conducted for car dealerships suggest vehicles manufactured in China will make up 43 per cent of sales within a decade in a major market shift.
US Congress passes Trump’s $14b cuts to foreign aid, public media
The US Congress has voted in favour of a $14 billion cut to foreign aid and public media after President Donald Trump proposed the move. How the day unfolded.
How ChatGPT helped this driver get a refund on his EV
Getting into a dispute with a big company can be daunting, but car buyer Anthony James had some success after enlisting AI help.
Albanese avoids saying whether he trusts Chinese President Xi Jinping
The prime minister couldn’t say if he trusts China’s president at a press conference in Chengdu; CBA exec accused of grooming underage girls dies. Follow live.
Calls grow urgent for federal action on SA algal bloom
Calls for federal intervention to tackle the algal bloom killing thousands of marine animals in SA are growing, as fishing and tourism providers struggle.
Meeting with Chinese president ‘constructive’, Albanese says
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken to Australian media following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. How the day unfolded.
Trump to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine; ABS to conduct census test
The US will send more Patriot air-defence batteries to Ukraine; ABS to survey 60,000 households before the 2026 census. How the day unfolded.
Polestar lashes carmaker lobby for ‘unfounded’ attack on EV standards
The local chief executive of the Chinese-backed electric vehicle maker says the industry is creating unnecessary fears about higher prices from emissions rules.
Sydney-born influencer is Trump’s pick for Malaysia ambassador
The Sydney-born pick to be US Ambassador in Malaysia thanks president; Trump plans to impose higher blanket tariffs on trade partners. How the day unfolded.
91-year-old confirmed as Melbourne driver who struck three pedestrians
An elderly woman has been confirmed as the driver that struck three pedestrians near a playground in Melbourne. How the day unfolded.
Bipartisan support for PBS; McKenzie says PM, Rudd fumbling US talks
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says changes to the PBS are “not up for negotiation”; Senator Bridget McKenzie slams PM, Rudd over US relationship. How the day unfolded.
Charges laid over Israeli restaurant incident; RBA frustrates Chalmers
Three people have been charged over the storming of an Israeli restaurant; Treasurer Jim Chalmers has expressed frustration at the RBA’s rate hold. How the day unfolded.
World reacts to mushroom case verdict; NT cop found to be a ‘racist’
Erin Patterson found guilty of three murders, one attempted murder as world reacts; NT cop who fatally shot indigenous teen found to be a racist. Follow live.
New emission standards could be a time bomb for car prices
Car groups say the government’s vehicle emissions scheme could come at a major cost to consumers, while forcing them to buy vehicles they don’t want.
BYD sales are booming. So are complaints about their cars
With well-priced vehicles, the Chinese brand is one of the fastest-growing electric car manufacturers in the country. Some buyers have immediate regrets.
No Aussies thought to be on Bali ferry; BYD outsells Tesla in June
DFAT confirms it isn’t aware of any Australians onboard sunken Bali ferry; BYD beats Tesla on June’s new car sales charts as utes dominate. How the day unfolded.
Second storm surge headed for parts of Victoria, NSW
Warragamba dam to spill as cyclones, flooding drive $2b surge in insurance claims; Victoria to create national register for childcare workers. How the day unfolded.