‘Not our friends’: Ukraine warning to Aussies
Australians have been warned that “Russians are not our friends” after a Melbourne man was captured in Ukraine.
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Holiday hotspot now unrecognisable
Fresh Australian aid crews have arrived in Vanuatu to help the country’s traumatised population through Christmas.
Major update in state’s rail strike drama
One of NSW’s most powerful unions has issued a major update ahead of a huge proposed rail strike that would threaten New Year’s Eve celebrations.
‘Inhumane’: Top Gun pilot surrendered to US
An Australian who previously served as a US marine pilot has lost his lengthy fight against extradition to the US over allegations he illegally trained Chinese pilots.
Warning to Russia over detained Aussie
The Russian government has been urged to “fully adhere” to humanitarian law after reports its forces had captured a Melbourne man in Ukraine.
Detained Aussie’s wild vegan rant
Bizarre video of an Aussie reportedly captured by Russian soldiers in Ukraine – where he rants about wanting to “force” Chinese people to be vegan – has emerged.
‘Unfair’: Grim picture for Aussie renters
Australians are paying “thousands” more this Christmas to put a roof over their heads, with rents soaring in two of the country’s smaller capital cities.
Update on Aussies fleeing quake-hit Vanuatu
Scores of Australians have been evacuated from earthquake-hit Vanuatu overnight on the final ADF repatriation flights.
Aussie boy ‘left behind’ in Vanuatu
A Queensland man is pleading with the government to help bring his teenage son, who has cerebral palsy, home from earthquake-ravaged Vanuatu.
Exiled MP booted from party room
An MP who won a defamation suit against her former party leader has had attempts to rejoin the party squashed by the same leader she defeated in court.
‘Dignity’: New detail on airline crackdown
Details are emerging about a charter of rights for airline passengers, with carriers facing a mandate to pay out for long delays.
Huge move after shocking attacks rock Aus
One Australian state has made a major move to ensure safety at places of worship, after a spate of attacks shocked the nation.
Hint on Australia’s new cash rules
Australian businesses are getting an idea of what could be exempt from new cash protections, set to be brought in by early 2026.
Nuclear fight spills on to TikTok
What do the Grinch, Gossip Girl and a popular Christmas carol have in common? They’re all subjects of Labor’s anti-nuclear attack ads aimed at Gen Zs.
‘It ain’t’: Senator’s brutal nuclear admission
The senator has gone against the grain in an unearthed video and says the Coalition is “latching onto” nuclear “because it fixes a political issue for us”.
Albo deals $190m Pacific blow to China
Anthony Albanese has dealt a massive blow to China’s influence by striking a major deal with a key Pacific country.
‘Death spiral’: Grim prediction for Albo
As the PM distances himself from a controversial nuclear power ad, Peter Dutton has come out swinging with a bold prediction.
Crack in Dutton’s controversial flag call
A Liberal backbencher has made a surprising move after Peter Dutton’s controversial election pledge to roll back Indigenous flags.
‘Stinks’: Ire after major coalmines decision
Labor has been accused of pushing koalas to further extinction after extending four coalmines in a move described as “dumping the rubbish on Christmas eve”.
‘Vile’: Threats to federal MP’s surge
An alarming trend shows instances of violent threats directed at federal politicians is on the rise.
‘Lowest ebb’: Wong lashed after Israel call
Penny Wong is facing harsh criticism after a terse call with her Israeli counterpart amid claims the relationship has hit rock bottom.
‘Unwavering’: Huge Aussie update for Ukraine
Australia is making a major move as the full-scale war in Ukraine nears its third anniversary.
Controversial foreign student rule scrapped
The measure will be replaced by a new rule aimed to curb high influxes of international students.
‘Shocking’: Staggering way PM spent $10m
Fineprint details have revealed Anthony Albanese is planning a taxpayer-funded advertising blitz ahead of next year’s federal election.
Dutton’s home state rips into nuclear plan
Peter Dutton’s election bid to build seven nuclear reactors faces opposition from his own side – with Queensland’s Deputy Premier rejecting the idea.
Treasurer confirms horror economic news
Australia’s bottom line is set to sink deeper into the red by $21bn over the next four years, with “unavoidable spending” and uncertain global outlook to blame.
Latham calls for details of MP’s sex life
A lawyer for controversial MP Mark Latham has called for an openly gay Sydney MP to reveal details of his sex life after a crushing defamation loss.
Israel lashes Wong in fiery phone call
Israel’s Foreign Minister has reportedly lashed Penny Wong in a fiery phone call where Australia’s allegiance was called into question.
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‘Plane loads’: Pledge to quake-hit Vanuatu
Australia is sending “plane loads of help” to Vanuatu after a horror earthquake wreaked havoc in the Pacific country’s capital.
Far-right pundit escalates Aussie stoush
Far-right American commentator Candace Owens has escalated her ongoing stoush with an Australian MP after he denied her a visa.
‘Unfinished business’: Super tax hike looms
Jim Chalmers is eyeing changes to concessions on high-value superannuation accounts, after it was revealed the tax break will cost the government $55bn this year.
‘Woke’: Christmas treat driving people mad
It is a sight that has sent a chill down the spine of anti-woke warriors in Parliament House. Barnaby Joyce reckons it explains Donald Trump’s rise.
State’s astonishing move after protest chaos
Masks, balaclavas, ropes, chains, locks and even glue would all be banned from public demonstrations in one state as part of an astonishing crackdown.
‘Certain countries’: China’s ominous warning
Beijing has issued a warning to “certain countries that infringe upon its rights” amid soaring tensions in the South China Sea.
‘Enough is enough’: Albo booed at protest
A crowd of protesters have booed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during protests calling for greater action against anti-Semitism in Australia.
Australia doesn’t rule out troops in Ukraine
Richard Marles says Australia will “support Ukraine for as long as it takes”, failing to rule out deploying troops in a peacekeeper capacity.
The ‘hidden cancer’ undermining Australia
A grim warning has been issued after Islamophobic graffiti appeared in a Western Sydney suburb over the weekend.
End-of-year poll paints grim picture for Albo
A key poll is painting a grim picture for Anthony Albanese as Labor gears up for next year’s looming vote.
‘Second chance’: New life for Bali 9
The Bali Nine members face a brave new world following their release by Indonesian authorities – with one Aussie pastor hailing the group’sAnthony Albanese has hailed the release of the remaining Bali Nine as an “act of compassion” from Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
Budget’s massive $25bn hit ‘unavoidable’
Labor’s budget update is forecast to take a massive $25bn hit in “unavoidable” spending to fund key programs and payments.
‘Game changer’ for millions of Aussies
One of Australia’s leading tax directors has hailed a massive HECS relief package as a “game changer” for millions of people struggling with the crippling debt.
Shock update after teacher’s suspension
A major review has been recommended after an Aussie teacher who was suspended for engaging in “serious misconduct” with another student was able to get a role at another school.
Major RBA overhaul revealed
In the biggest reform to the RBA in more than three decades, Jim Chalmers has revealed the new names tasked with determining the cash rate.
‘Very concerning’: Plea to Aussies on Fiji tragedy
Australians have been warned to exercise caution at a popular holiday hotspot after seven tourists were hospitalised with suspected alcohol poisoning.
‘Morons’: MP fires up over Islamophobic graffiti
Federal minister Jason Clare has fired up after Islamophic graffiti popped up in his electorate.
‘Nuts cracked’: Life for Bali 9 after release
A religious leader with a close connection to the Bali Nine says it’s not going to be an “easy road” for the convicted drug smugglers back in Australia.
Bali Nine heroin smuggling ring explained
The remaining members of the Bali Nine are waking up in Australia for the first time in almost 20 years. Here is how their saga unfolded.
Ambitious plan to fix housing crisis
Thousands of new social homes are getting fast tracked under a deal struck with the states and territories.
China’s $108 billion hit on Aussie economy
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned that a weakened Chinese economy will have devastating repercussions for Australia’s bottom line.
Albo rejects support for nuclear ban lift
Anthony Albanese rejected possible bipartisan support for lifting a federal moratorium on nuclear energy, stating it wasn’t even supported by Peter Dutton’s own state.
Chalmers skirts key budget deficit question
Jim Chalmers declined to directly answer whether a total of forecasted $122.1bn in deficits will increase in the mid-year budget update set to be released on Wednesday.
Virgin, Qatar drop huge sale for Aussies
The holiday season has started early for Australians, who now have more options for international travel after two major airlines joined forces.
‘Should pay’: Albo’s tech company ultimatum
Tech giants will face hefty penalties if they don’t pay Australian media companies for news under a revised media bargaining code – with the Prime Minister saying they “should pay for journalism”.
‘Fatal errors’ in Dutton’s nuclear plan
The Energy Minister has given a brutal assessment of Peter Dutton’s plan to take Australia’s power grid nuclear.
Tough laws ‘strike back’ at criminal teens
Teenagers in one state will face the same punishments as adults for certain serious offences amid a contentious crackdown on youth crime.
Huge change to Australia Day celebration
A major change to Australia Day celebrations would be pushed through if the Coalition wins the upcoming election, a senior Liberal MP has said.
Australia’s huge tax threat to Meta over news
The belligerent owner of Facebook and Instagram could be slapped with huge tax charges if it walks away from paying news publishers.
Wong doubles down on Israel UN snub
Penny Wong has again called for a ceasefire in Gaza amid intense friction between Australia and Israel.
Billionaire’s court fight over election
UAP leader Ralph Babet will take the Commonwealth to the High Court over what chairman Clive Palmer says are “unconstitutional” election laws.
PNG to enter NRL in $600m cash splash
The Pacific island nation will officially enter the NRL in four years in a $600m deal that mixes rugby league with diplomacy.
Group running out of cash every month
Some people from one cohort are reporting having to steal essential items more frequently to survive the cost-of-living crunch.
Dutton doubles down on polarising flag call
Peter Dutton is doubling down on his controversial stance on Indigenous flags, hinting there could be changes to the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Council backs down after Aus Day backlash
A large regional council is reconsidering a decision to not celebrate Australia Day on January 26, after further consultation with the community.
Albo’s huge blow to Meta after pay standoff
The social media giant will be forced to pay publishers for news content in an extraordinary intervention by Anthony Albanese, following an extensive standoff.
PM urges unity against anti-Semitism scourge
Anthony Albanese has called for an end to the “evil” scourge of anti-Semitism, following a wave of attacks on Jewish communities in Sydney and Melbourne.
ABC’s bizarre question on anti-Semitic attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns’ statement about the anti-Semitic attack in Sydney has been questioned by an ABC broadcaster.
Aussie climate goals ‘within reach’
The state and territory emission reduction targets in place can give Australia a “springboard” to stronger climate goals, new research finds.
‘Makes sense’: Albo’s $1bn bid to woo parents
Revving up Labor’s election campaign, Anthony Albanese has made two major childcare announcements in a bid to woo young families.
$400m Australian move that trumps China
Australia has officially launched a $400m scheme that’s designed to support our neighbours “in times of need” in a major win over a key rival.
Grim figures highlight Aussie ‘crisis’
A major ‘crisis’ affecting one in four emergency department patients in one state has been revealed in a new report.
‘Disturbing’: Dutton slammed on flag pledge
Peter Dutton has made a controversial election pitch as the country edges closer to Australia Day, but that decision has been slammed as dismissive.
Albo’s synagogue vow before chaotic scenes
The Prime Minister has visited the Melbourne synagogue firebombed in an “evil crime” authorities are investigating as a likely terrorist attack.
Labor under fire after firebombing
The Coalition is attacking Labor after it launched an anti-Semitism taskforce following the firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue.
‘Busy:’ Dutton defends Albo in tennis saga
The Opposition Leader said he didn’t “begrudge” the Prime Minister for playing tennis after a Melbourne synagogue was firebombed in a likely terrorist act.
‘Games’: Concerning claim against Dutton
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has been accused of playing “partisan games” after the firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue.
‘Going to take decades’: Abo’s Syria call
The Today co-host, born in Damascus, says while there is a lot of relief following news the Syrian president has fled to Russia, there is also “real fear”.
Albo’s drinks party after synagogue fire
The PM attended a drinks party just hours after a Jewish synagogue was firebombed in Melbourne on Friday.
Navy fires ‘gamechanger’ missile
Australia has become just the third country in the world to successfully test fire a new long-range, subsonic missile. See the moment it makes impact.
Navy fires ‘gamechanger’ missile
Australian has become just the third country in the world to successfully test fire a new long-range, subsonic missile. See the moment it makes impact.
‘Vital support’ coming for Aussie carers
Australia is set to launch its first National Carers Strategy in nearly a decade, with the number of carers set to dramatically increase due to our ageing population.
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