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Australian band sets gig record across 700km
Dream rock band Fathom played nine concerts in 12 hours across multiple Australian cities to break a Guinness World Record, raising money for mental health.
BBC News · 1m

Walsh vomits, Ponga plays hurt in World Cup opener
Australia beats New Zealand 24-22 in rugby league World Cup as star players battle through exhaustion and injury.
BBC Sport · 1m

Australia edge New Zealand in epic World Cup opener
Defending champions Australia beat New Zealand 24-22 in a thrilling Rugby League World Cup opener, with Jack Bostock's hat-trick sealing victory in the final minutes.
BBC Sport · 1m

How to watch Rugby League World Cup 2026
The tournament runs October 15 to November 15 across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, US and Canada with free streams in some regions.
TechRadar · 2m
China dumped cheap windows and doors in Australia
A trade investigation finds Chinese aluminium windows and doors were sold at unfair prices, damaging local industry. Importers must now post financial guarantees.
Abc · 1m

Zach Bryan 2027 Stadium Tour
Zach Bryan announces 2027 stadium tour with John Fogerty and Ryan Bingham.
Consequence · 1m

Zach Bryan 2027 Stadium Tour
Zach Bryan announces 2027 stadium tour with John Fogerty and Ryan Bingham.
Variety · 1m

How to watch Australia vs New Zealand RLWC 2026
Free streams for Australia vs New Zealand Rugby League World Cup 2026.
Rugby World · 1m
New Zealand's AI and Security Choices
New Zealand faces tough security choices as AI and Japan reshape defense strategy.
RNZ · 1m

Zach Bryan's 2027 Tour Dates
Zach Bryan's 'Manhood' tour starts April 2027 with 23 North American and Australian dates.
Billboard · 1m

Australia Sweeps Bangladesh in WODIs
Australia completes clean sweep in WODIs against Bangladesh with eight-wicket win.
Sportstar · 1m

Taylor Swift Expands Voice Trademark Filings
Taylor Swift's company files voice trademark applications in UK, EU, and Australia amid AI deepfake crackdown.
Music Business Worldwide · 1m

Rugby League World Cup 2026: Watch Guide
Watch Rugby League World Cup 2026 live streams globally with free options in Australia.
Rugby World · 1m

Australia's 30% tax on family trusts divides small business
The Albanese government's plan to tax discretionary trusts at a minimum 30% rate aims to close a tax loophole for the wealthy, but small businesses say restructuring will cost billions.
the Guardian · 2m
Hazlewood's six-for seals Australia's win in Durban
Josh Hazlewood takes career-best figures as Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs on day five at Kingsmead.
Abc · 1m

England's World Cup hopes rest on new coach and fresh tactics
Brian McDermott takes charge of England's men as rugby league's three World Cups begin in Australia, with home nations seeking different measures of success.
BBC Sport · 3m

South Africa's unbeaten run ends in heavy defeat to Australia
The world Test champions lose by 214 runs in Durban after being outclassed across five days, raising questions about their readiness ahead of England's visit.
BBC Sport · 2m

Australia Sets South Africa 421 to Win
Australia sets South Africa a daunting 421-run target to win in first Test.
Sportstar · 1m

Nickelback Australia Tour Dates
Nickelback returns to Australia for first time since 2019 with 2027 tour dates.
Billboard · 1m

SA vs AUS, 1st Test Day 4: Australia Four Down
Australia trails 390-284 as Carey joins Renshaw in SA vs AUS Test.
Sportstar · 1m

Nathan Cleary Thanks Mary Fowler for Matildas Absence
Nathan Cleary thanks partner Mary Fowler for flying to Australia post-surgery.
the Guardian · 1m

The activist fighting social media algorithms
Chantel Contos has shaped an Australian bill to let users scroll without algorithmic curation, drawing opposition from tech giants and the Trump administration.
the Guardian · 1m

Dolly Parton festival transforms tiny Australian town
Narromine, a quiet agricultural town 430km north-west of Sydney, became 'Dollymine' for its fifth annual Dolly Parton festival, drawing record crowds.
the Guardian · 1m

Countries warn citizens away from Saudi Arabia
Multiple nations issue travel advisories after Houthi attacks on airports in the kingdom.
Al Jazeera · 1m
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Smith's four catches set Test record as Australia dominates
Steve Smith takes four catches on day three to surpass Joe Root's all-time record, helping Australia build a 139-run lead over South Africa in Durban.
Daily Maverick · 1m

Australia leads South Africa by 139 runs in first Test
Pat Cummins takes three wickets as Australia builds 139-run lead over South Africa in first Test.
Sportstar · 1m

Nickelback 2027 World Tour
Nickelback's 2027 world tour spans 70 shows across North America, Europe, and Australia.
Consequence · 1m

Investors bet on Japan Australia rental housing
Rising rates and home prices push investors to Japan and Australia's rental markets.
Nikkei Asia · 1m

Australian hiker Jordan Yap found dead in Peru
Melbourne man Jordan Yap, 30, who went missing on a solo trek in Peru's Huayhuash mountains in September, has been found dead.
the Guardian · 1m

How datacentres lobby Australia's political system
Tech companies are donating to major parties and hiring ex-premiers as lobbyists while governments fast-track billion-dollar projects.
the Guardian · 3m

Tech lobbying under fire; podcast delays trial; Dolly Parton celebrated
Australian datacentre firms face scrutiny over political donations and lobbying, a true crime podcast delays a paedophile's trial, and rural New South Wales celebrates Dolly Parton.
the Guardian · 2m
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Outlaw bikers and cartels rev up in South Africa
A Pretoria shooting kills one biker as police uncover massive drug factories and suspect international outlaw gangs are moving in.
Daily Maverick · 3m

South Africa vs Australia First Test Day Three
South Africa and Australia play out tense first Test cricket match on day three.
Sky Sports · 1m

Dollymine: a town turns pink for Parton
Narromine, Australia, hosts its largest Dolly Parton festival yet, drawing 1,600 fans to celebrate the late country music icon.
the Guardian · 3m

Australia eyes migration reversal it has never tried
One Nation and the Coalition promise to slash arrivals, but experts warn the economic cost could be severe.
the Guardian · 2m

Hundreds of Australians buried in unmarked graves
Guardian Australia investigation finds 'persons without means' interred in bare patches between headstones at Rookwood cemetery, prompting NSW Health apology.
the Guardian · 1m
Visa crackdowns may empower domestic abusers, advocates warn
Experts fear stricter migration enforcement will give abusers more leverage over victims already trapped by visa threats.
Abc · 2m
Twelve years in New York: the expensive dream
An Australian family chased the New York dream in 2014. The rent, the moves, the college bills and the distance from home have cost them dearly.
Business Insider · 3m

Australia's solar boom keeps climbing
Record installations and falling costs are transforming Australia's electricity system, with rooftop solar now supplying 14% of the country's power.
the Guardian · 2m

McLaren Driver Speeding Case
McLaren driver allegedly clocked at 161 mph in Perth zone faces car destruction.
Road & Track · 1m

New Zealand vs Australia Bledisloe Cup Test
All Blacks host Wallabies in first Bledisloe Cup Test.
Sky Sports · 1m

Three guilty of murdering Australian surfers in Mexico
Three men convicted of killing brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and American friend Carter Rhoad during a surfing trip to Mexico in 2024.
BBC News · 1m

Push for subsidised weight-loss drugs for PMOS
Australian advocates want GLP-1 medications funded on the PBS for women with polyendrocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, but approval remains uncertain.
the Guardian · 1m

Nickelback 2027 World Tour Dates
Nickelback reveal 2027 world tour dates across North America, Europe, and Australia.
Loudwire · 1m

Free Bledisloe Cup 2026 Streams
Watch New Zealand vs Australia live for free in Australia and US with NordVPN.
Rugby World · 1m
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Nortje's return gives Proteas edge in first Test
South Africa's fast bowler Anrich Nortje took two wickets on his return after three years away, helping reduce Australia to 187-6 on day one at Durban.
Daily Maverick · 2m

Nvidia-backed Firmus pulls historic Australian IPO
Australian AI data center operator Firmus withdraws its planned five billion dollar IPO, citing market volatility and unfavorable terms.
CNBC · 1m

Firmus's ASX listing collapses in five days
The datacentre company's $44bn float imploded as investor demand evaporated, sparing retail investors from a potential disaster.
the Guardian · 2m

Australia's productivity crisis explained
The Productivity Commission chair discusses why Australia's economic growth has stalled and what policies might fix it.
the Guardian · 1m
Police target Lone Wolf motorcycle gang across two countries
Australian and New Zealand authorities arrested 20 people and laid 69 charges against the Lone Wolf Outlaw Motorcycle Gang in a coordinated operation.
Abc · 1m
Perseus Mining Hosts Investor Webinar
Perseus Mining Limited hosts investor webinar to discuss September 2026 quarterly results.
Financialpost · 1m

Australia’s government explains your rights to take GTA 6 launch day off
Australia’s workplace watchdog clarifies unpaid leave rules for GTA 6 launch day.
Dexerto · 1m
Cummins: Khawaja Book Won't Fuel Sandpapergate Fallout
Australia's Pat Cummins says Usman Khawaja's autobiography won't reopen the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal.
Sportstar · 1m

Adidas sues White Fox over four-stripe design
The German sportswear giant claims the Australian fast-fashion label's four-striped clothes infringe its trademarked three-stripe logo.
BBC News · 1m
Most women never use their frozen eggs
A study of 20,209 Australian and New Zealand women found only one in four return to use eggs they froze for non-medical reasons within ten years.
Abc · 2m

Red Dust Revival Adventure
Aussie motorheads gather for a rare three-year event, but the 3433-km drive to Lake Perkolilli is a real challenge.
Road & Track · 1m
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Proteas prepare for Australia Test clash after Rabada injury
South Africa's Proteas face Australia in Test series after Kagiso Rabada ruled out.
Daily Maverick · 1m

Sandpapergate: Australia's 2018 Ball-Tampering Scandal Explained
Australia returns to South Africa after 2018 ball-tampering scandal.
Sky Sports · 1m

Catherine Hardwicke Directs Female Western
Catherine Hardwicke to direct Bronte Studios' female-led Western 'American River' in 2027.
The Hollywood Reporter · 1m

Australia Buys Japan Frigates Amid Budget Cuts
Australia will buy Japan frigates despite budget cuts, finance chief says.
Nikkei Asia · 1m