Australian Top Stories
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:04:26 +0000Donald Trump called Zohran Mamdani a 'communist'. Now New York has sent the president a message
After using a Trump-style tactic in his campaign, Zohran Mamdani probably now has the US president's begrudging respect — as well as his attention.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:56:20 +0000Bombs, guns seized as seven people arrested in counter-terrorism sting
Seven people have been arrested in a months-long counter-terrorism sting in regional Queensland.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:21:31 +0000Seven reasons Erin Patterson says her murder convictions should be quashed
Triple-murderer Erin Patterson is fighting to have her conviction quashed, claiming there was a "substantial miscarriage of justice" during her trial.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:11:44 +0000Which countries could assassinate their dissidents in Australia?
Spy chief Mike Burgess will not name the countries capable and willing to assassinate their dissidents on Australian soil, but these are some possibilities.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:56:28 +0000One in 10 homes bought using first home buyer incentive in October
About one in 10 homes sold last month were bought by Australians using Labor's expanded 5 per cent deposit scheme to enter the market for the first time.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 03:29:06 +0000Are tiny homes the solution to Australia's housing crisis?
Public interest in tiny homes has skyrocketed in recent years, but experts warn they come with their own problems.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:35:02 +0000'I got scoffed at': Parents demand action after girl's death outside Sydney school
Parents of students at a Sydney school where a five-year-old girl was hit by a car and killed last week have demanded action to prevent another tragedy.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:35:03 +0000Furious businessman demands compensation from climate activists
A Hunter Valley businessman is demanding recompense after the cancellation of a second cruise liner's visit to Newcastle amid safety fears sparked by a planned climate change protest on the harbour.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 03:12:02 +0000Andrew's exile isn't enough for some critics. Here's what could come next
King Charles III's move to strip Andrew of all his titles and boot him out of his sprawling Windsor Park palace was a defining moment, but some say the former prince is getting off too lightly.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:55:35 +0000Court hears accused lacked 'murderous intent' when fatally stabbing wife
Evidence has concluded in the three-day murder trial of a man who fatally stabbed his wife following an argument in a Northern Territory remote community.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:42:54 +0000At least seven dead after cargo plane crashes in Kentucky
A UPS cargo plane with three people on board crashes after exploding during take-off from Louisville International Airport in the US state of Kentucky.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:51:56 +0000Football club fined for Charlie Kirk costume amid Osborne Park FC ban
The boss of the Perth Football League urges clubs to treat the suspension of Osborne Park FC over an end-of-season costume stunt as a "line in the sand moment" for their culture.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:01:47 +0000Pocock slams government over leaky roof housing $5b national collection
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's 2023 promise to fix a "building with buckets to collect leaks" remains unfulfilled, according to the National Gallery of Australia's annual report.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:14:51 +0000Triple-0 calls hit by Optus mobile outage leaving 34,000 without service
Customers have been warned that calls to triple-0 may be impacted by an Optus outage in the NSW Hunter region.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 02:21:19 +0000Father and son killed by 'murder hornets' during Laos holiday
An American teacher and his teenage son die after being stung more than 100 times by a swarm of hornets while climbing down a tree after zip-lining at a resort in Laos.
Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:11:04 +0000The 'beaver' full moon will be the the closest supermoon of the year. Here's how to see it
The difference from other full moons won't be all that noticeable to the naked eye, but you can enhance the viewing experience if you pick the right time and vantage point.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:45:36 +0000Australia keeps opening mystery alive with 15-man Ashes squad
Australia has named its squad for the first Ashes Test, but is no closer to knowing who will open the batting in Perth on November 21.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:40:10 +0000Giddey joins Jordan in recording 36-year first in epic Bulls comeback
Australia's Josh Giddey becomes the first Bulls player to record back-to-back triple doubles since Michael Jordan in 1989 as the Bulls continue their fast start to the NBA season.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:26:57 +0000World's smallest penguins return to coastal hamlet after 30-year disappearance
A re-establishing little penguin colony, once locally extinct, is finding its feet on the NSW far south coast.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:13:41 +0000Executive director leaves Ambulance Victoria after parliamentary inquiry
Executive director Danielle North has departed Ambulance Victoria, after the service said she may have misled a parliamentary committee about her knowledge of gatherings during COVID lockdowns.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:47:55 +0000Pensioner vows to 'keep breaking the law' with roadside produce stand
Raymond Aitkin has been selling seasonal fruit by the side of the road for more than 20 years, but he has found himself before the court twice this year and claims the council is singling him out.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 02:04:16 +0000'You're nowhere near': Scathing message for AFL CEO on racism
Australia's race discrimination commissioner says the AFL is falling far short of its responsibility to combat "horrific racism" aimed at its players.
Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:43:40 +0000BOM website questions intensify over true cost of redesign
Tender documents and sources show the Bureau of Meteorology's new website may have cost between $78m and $150m — much higher than initially reported.
Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:58:41 +0000This career-making travel show is making a comeback and casting is open
Cult '90s show Race Around the World is back, and we're on the hunt for fearless storytellers! Got a passport, an epic sense of adventure and an eye for a story? We want to hear from you.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:09:09 +0000Kiwis coach calls for greater scrutiny of warm-ups after Katoa incident
New Zealand coach Stacey Jones says his thoughts are with Eliesa Katoa as he prepares his side to take on Samoa in the final of the Pacific Championships.