Damning call on Nauru asylum seekers
A UN committee has made a damning call on Australia’s treatment of asylum seekers detained in Nauru.
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LA fires: Shocking before and after pics
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Aussie ex-hostage dies in Afghanistan
An Australian academic and ex-Taliban hostage has died in Afghanistan after battling cancer “for a long time”.
Albo’s vow after Meta’s fact check move
Anthony Albanese has weighed in on tech giant Meta’s decision to end fact-checking on its platforms.
‘Good friend’: Albo’s tribute to Trudeau
Anthony Albanese has commented on Justin Trudeau’s resignation, calling him “a good friend of Australia”.
‘Century of service’: PM’s tribute to President
Anthony Albanese has paid tribute to former US president and Nobel Peace Price winner Jimmy Carter following news of his passing, aged 100.
Wong’s message on ‘devastating’ plane crash
Penny Wong has sent Australia’s condolences to South Korea after a horrific plane crash killed scores of people.
Major move to boost Defence recruits
The major changes come as Australia looks to bolster its Defence numbers amid rising regional tensions.
‘Nightmare’: Albo marks grim anniversary
20 years after the catastrophic Boxing Day tsunami devastated Australia’s island neighbour, Anthony Albanese has led a moving tribute.
‘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.
Holiday hotspot now unrecognisable
Fresh Australian aid crews have arrived in Vanuatu to help the country’s traumatised population through Christmas.
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.
Update on Aussies fleeing quake-hit Vanuatu
Scores of Australians have been evacuated from earthquake-hit Vanuatu overnight on the final ADF repatriation flights.
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.
‘Unwavering’: Huge Aussie update for Ukraine
Australia is making a major move as the full-scale war in Ukraine nears its third anniversary.
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.
‘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.
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.
‘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.
Wong doubles down on Israel UN snub
Penny Wong has again called for a ceasefire in Gaza amid intense friction between Australia and Israel.
$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.
Albo deals fresh blow to Beijing’s influence
Anthony Albanese has signed a new deal with a key Pacific Islands nation to counter China’s ambitions in the strategically important region.
Embattled uni head’s Hamas admission
A university vice-chancellor has been grilled on his response to the brutal October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel amid rising anti-Semitism on campuses.
‘One question’: Angry Albo shuts down reporter
Anthony Albanese has shut down a reporter after being asked questions about a thorny issue he didn’t want to elaborate on.
Elon Musk blasts ABC over Joe Rogan
Elon Musk has lashed the ABC after the national broadcaster’s head made scathing remarks about podcaster Joe Rogan.
‘Catalyst’: Hope after Middle East breakthrough
A major breakthrough is sparking fresh hopes for the casualty-heavy conflict raging in the Middle East.
Uncertainty over key Aussie climate target
Events abroad are hanging over Australia’s climate change targets, the Climate Change and Energy Minister says.
eSafety chief reacts to Musk’s White House gig
Australia’s eSafety commissioner says she will enforce rules on social media “without fear or favour”.
‘Ready’: Rudd defiant amid ousting threat
Kevin Rudd says Australia is “ready” to deal with Donald Trump amid questions over the former Labor prime minister’s future as Australia’s ambassador in Washington.
‘Action’: Australia’s big climate pledge
Australia is making a major commitment to help poorer countries weather the effects of climate change.
‘Pain and tragedy’: Rallies mark grim milestone
Pro-Ukraine rallies are taking place across Australia as the world marks 1000 days since Russia’s full scale invasion.
‘Twists and turns’: China’s warning to Aus
Anthony Albanese says he has “restored trade” with China, but Xi Jinping has dished out an ominous warning.
Warning on Aussie leader in Trump era
Jim Chalmers has dished out a scathing assessment of one Aussie leader’s ability to navigate Australia’s “complex relationships” in the wake of the US election.
Major defence move amid growing tension
More foreign troops will be deployed to the Northern Territory in a major defence move amid simmering regional tensions.
‘Jumping at shadows’: RBA call on Trump
The RBA governor has weighed in on the uncertainty swirling around Donald Trump’s re-election.
‘A lot of messes’: Dutton’s White House warning
Peter Dutton says Anthony Albanese has “a lot of messes to deal with” as Australia prepares for a second Trump administration.
‘Joke’s on you’: Far-right pundit’s fresh dig
Far-right American commentator Candace Owens has taken a fresh shot at an Australian politician, weeks after he denied her visa.
Trump team’s ominous response to Rudd
One image from a member of Donald Trump’s inner circle has sparked fresh concern about the future of Australia’s US ambassador Kevin Rudd.
‘Monumental’: Major update for defence pact
Key players in making Australia’s AUKUS submarine fleet a reality are getting to work.
Albo fends off Trump chemistry fears
Anthony Albanese is fending off concerns about Australia’s relationship with the incoming Trump administration.
‘Wouldn’t be immune’: Warning on Trump tax
Jim Chalmers will issue a grave warning about Australia’s economic vulnerability as the world braces for trade tensions in the wake of the US election.
‘We hope’: Aus warning after Trump win
A Coalition frontbencher has issued a surprising caution following Donald Trump’s historic White House comeback.
Wong calls out Greens’ Gaza ‘disinformation’
Penny Wong is calling out a Greens senator for spreading “disinformation” around the conflict in the Middle East.
Issues looming in Australia-US relationship
Penny Wong is playing down chemistry concerns with a Trump White House.
‘Stellar’: ScoMo backs in second Trump win
The former prime minister was full of praise for a likely second Donald Trump presidency, saying it would be a win for the US economy.
‘Consequences’: Australia’s Trump warning
Australia could face “consequences” if Donald Trump gets back into the White House, the Treasury chief says.
‘Scares me’: Albo’s huge Trump admission
An old video has resurfaced a day out from the US presidential election showing Anthony Albanese making a bombshell admission about Donald Trump.
Australia’s stern reply to Israel ban
Australia is among a group of allied countries calling out Israel after it banned a key agency giving humanitarian support in Gaza.
‘Terrorist act’: Ambassador reacts to attack
Iran’s ambassador to Australia has launched yet another verbal attack on Israel, labelling air strikes a “terrorist act”.
‘Whole world’: Wong’s climate demand
With Australia’s Pacific neighbours on the frontline of climate change, Penny Wong is calling for the “whole world” to cut back emissions.
Grim warning ahead of G20 talks
Jim Chalmers is painting a grim picture as he heads to the US for major economic talks.
Australia’s $7 billion move amid ‘arms race’
Australia is spending billions on defence upgrades as it contests a regional “arms race”.
Thorpe reveals reason for tirade against King
Controversial senator Lidia Thorpe reveals she had planned to hand a “notice of complicity” to King Charles during a shocking tirade at Parliament’s Great Hall.
Protests as fans swarm royals in Sydney
King Charles has issued a heartwarming message to Australians on his renewed love for the country, as the Royals’ tour continues.
‘Partner of choice’: PNG’s big China snub
A senior minister says Papua New Guinea has made a choice that could have a major impact on Australia’s role in the Pacific.
‘As long as it takes’: Australia’s Ukraine pledge
Australia has made a big pledge to Ukraine as it continues to fight back against invading Russian forces.
Australia’s big gift to Ukraine war effort
Australia is making another major commitment to Ukraine to help it fight against Russia, which invaded the eastern European country in 2022.
‘Unacceptable’: Australia’s demand to Israel
Penny Wong is making fresh demands on Israel following a US ultimatum to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
‘Deeply concerning’: China move worries
China’s recent military drills around Taiwan have sparked fresh fears around Beijing’s plans for the island, with Australia calling them.
‘Do not’: Aussies warned on travel
New security advice could affect tens of thousands of Australian travellers amid fears of a major regional war.
‘We’ve got it’: Tongue-in-cheek dig at King
Republicans are hatching a big plan to welcome King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Australia this week.
Major break for Aussie lobster exporters
Anthony Albanese has announced the last of the major trade issues with China had been resolved while in Laos for a regional economic summit.
Labor accused of trashing key Israel stance
The Coalition is accusing Labor of trashing a “decades-long” stance on Israel and Palestine.
‘Stand condemned’: Dutton lashes Albo on Israel
Peter Dutton says Anthony Albanese should “stand condemned” in a dramatic bipartisan breakdown over Israel.
Albo’s warning to Aussies in war zone
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has warned Australians in Lebanon to take up repatriation flights before it’s too late.
Relief as Aussies return home from war zone
A repatriation flight has carried hundreds of Australians home to safety after they fled the growing conflict in the Middle East.
‘Darkness in Australia’: Jewish fears grow
Anthony Albanese has made a vow to Jewish Australians as the world marks the anniversary of Hamas’ brutal October 7 terrorist attacks.
‘Biased positions’: Iran targets Aussie envoy
Iran’s regime is accusing Australia of “repeated biased positions” as the war in the Middle East continues to heat up.
Major update for Aussies stuck in Lebanon
Hundreds of Australians have escaped mortal danger in Lebanon as the Middle East braces for Israel’s next move.
Major update for Aussies stranded overseas
The federal government has announced two new flights to help evacuate some of the 2300 Australians stranded in Lebanon amid escalating conflict.
‘Insensitive’: Minns lashed on protest stance
NSW Premier Chris Minns is facing backlash from pro-Palestine activists over his tough stance on protests.
‘Appeasement’: Dutton lashes out on Israel
Peter Dutton is accusing Labor of hurting Australia’s global standing with its stance on the rapidly expanding Middle East conflict.
Oct 7 rallies will ‘cause distress’, Albo
Anthony Albanese says pro-Palestine rallies planned for the anniversary of Hamas’ brutal October 7 terrorist attacks on Israel should not go ahead.
‘Weakness’: Dutton lashes Albo over Israel
Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese are trading blows over the government’s response to the rapidly expanding conflict in the Middle East.
Dutton’s outrage at ABC Hezbollah question
Peter Dutton says the ABC is in “greater trouble” than he thought after a reporter asked him about Australia listing Hezbollah as a terrorist organisation.
Albo’s last-ditch plea to Aussies in Lebanon
Anthony Albanese is making another plea to Australians in Lebanon to get out now after a major development in unrest in the country.
Chalmers’ relief after China’s big move
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says a major move by China could be a game changer for a key sector of Australia’s economy.
‘Listen’: Albo’s dig at Israel’s PM
Anthony Albanese has responded to the Israeli PM’s vow that he will continue striking Lebanese militant group Hezbollah with “full force”.
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