Australian Top Stories
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:59:58 +0000Former spy says he told ASIO of Bondi shooter's suspected radicalisation six years ago
The former undercover agent spied on the Akrams when he infiltrated a Sydney IS terror cell for Australia's intelligence agency.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 23:08:50 +0000Live: Protesters clash with police in Sydney amid chants of 'we will march'
Thousands of people have gathered across Australia as a protest over Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit begins. Follow live.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:17:57 +0000Prince William and Kate say they are 'deeply concerned' about Epstein files
"I can confirm The Prince and Princess have been deeply concerned by the continuing revelations. Their thoughts remain focused on the victims," a spokesperson for Kensington Palace said on Monday.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:16:43 +0000Sam's ancestors came to the US on the Mayflower. He now lives in fear of ICE
What was once a hindrance is now "a paranoia like I've never known before", one Minnesotan man says, as his family hides from immigration agents.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:24:29 +0000Japan's new PM has signalled a security shift that could impact Australia
A stomping victory by the ruling coalition government of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has opened the way for a major geo-strategic realignment in the Asia-Pacific region, with big implications for Australia.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:08:00 +0000Another Optus tech 'issue' affects hundreds of thousands of customers
Optus says an issue is affecting mobile services for some customers, who are seeing "no service" or "SOS" on their device.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:36:54 +0000Bad Bunny's Super Bowl half-time show features surprise guests
Global superstar Bad Bunny performs at the Super Bowl LX, sharing the stage with surprise guests Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, while a couple weds on stage.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:17:35 +0000Families of methanol poisoning victims condemn investigation 'silence'
The families of Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles say they have been left in the dark following the 2024 poisoning deaths of their daughters.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:29:12 +0000Live: Freestyle skiing, snowboarding and Australian ice dance duo in action
Holly Harris and Jason Chan will become the first Aussies in 12 years to represent the country in ice dancing, while Tess Coady and Meila Stalker will compete in the big air final. Follow live.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:25:12 +0000Christchurch terrorist in fiery exchanges in NZ Court of Appeal
The convicted Christchurch terrorist and murderer is giving testimony in the New Zealand Court of Appeal as he seeks to vacate his guilty pleas over his 2019 attack on two mosques.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:55:39 +0000What the Epstein files tell us about Ghislaine Maxwell
This week, Ghislaine Maxwell could be a very unwelcome distraction for Donald Trump as she appears before one of America's top political institutions.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:28:09 +0000'Massive' foreign-owned barge washes up on a tiny island in the Torres Strait
The barge drifted into Australian waters from Indonesia after breaking from its moorings during bad weather.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:56:14 +0000Croc wrangler Matt Wright fined for landing chopper in backyard
The Netflix star, who is currently behind bars on unrelated charges, pleaded guilty to a single count for landing his chopper and taking off in the backyard of his former home in Darwin's rural area.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:28:45 +0000Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years' jail in landmark case
Jimmy Lai, one of Hong Kong's most outspoken critics of China, has learned his fate after being sentenced this morning.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:34:29 +0000Independent inquiry launched into NACC chief's handling of defence ties
The body responsible for holding the federal integrity watchdog to account will formally investigate it for agency maladministration and its chief, Paul Brereton, for officer misconduct.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:49:58 +0000Alleged murderer asks to be 'locked up' before women stabbed, court hears
Fifteen days before he allegedly killed a woman and attempted to kill another, Shaun Michael Dunk asked to be taken into custody so he would not be a danger to anyone.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:21:54 +0000Five of our most popular easy vegetarian meals
Looking to add some more vegetarian dishes to your weekly rotation? We have you covered with these five recipes that are perfect for meat-free Mondays.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 22:14:41 +0000Liberals despair at prospect of 'non-existence' and weigh leadership change
Sussan Ley could face a challenge to her leadership from Angus Taylor this week after a disastrous opinion poll showed the Coalition parties falling further behind One Nation.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:47:23 +0000Newcastle man receives payout over wrongful home invasion murder prosecution
A Newcastle man will receive a confidential payout from the NSW government for wrongful prosecution by police for an alleged home invasion murder.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:43:03 +0000Daly River set to surpass major flood level before peaking Tuesday
Flooding at the Daly River community is expected to surpass the major flood level late Monday, with a peak of 14.1 metres expected by Tuesday afternoon.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:59:06 +0000New Queensland guns laws to restrict weapons ownership to citizens
The laws aim to crack down on rising gun crime and include tougher penalties for drive-by shootings.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:32:07 +0000Court hears father showed no concern for children after fatal house fire
An inquest has started probing a fatal house fire, with a coroner tasked with trying to determine what sparked it and whether either parent may have been involved.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:15:14 +0000Jon Kudelka, cartoonist and 'national treasure', dies aged 53
Award-winning Tasmanian cartoonist Jon Kudelka has died after being diagnosed with brain cancer in 2024.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:26:44 +0000Broncos captain announces retirement day after shock Haas defection
Adam Reynolds will finish his stellar career at the end of the season after fulfilling his Broncos mission to perfection.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:51:27 +0000Two dead in head-on crash after utility driven on wrong side of freeway
A 56-year-old-woman and a 24-year-old man are dead after a head-on collision involving a utility that was being driven on the wrong side of the Mitchell Freeway in Perth's north.