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Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:19:40 +0000
Live: Iran says it has no plan for peace talks and will 'take action' over US ship attack
Iranian officials accuse the US of "aggressive acts" and violating the ceasefire, saying there are no plans to attend peace talks being organised in Pakistan next week. Follow live.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:27:22 +0000
Live: Japan braces for tsunami after strong quake shakes east coast
A magnitude-7.5 earthquake has struck off the east coast of Honshu, Japan, the country's meteorological agency says. Follow live.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:32:12 +0000
Fair Work Commission makes 'historic' fuel order for truck drivers
The Fair Work Commission orders that retailers, miners and other companies that use truck drivers and transport operators must hold twice-monthly reviews of fuel prices and adjust their rates accordingly.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:02:18 +0000
I drove an EV for three days. It saved me money but cost me time
With no end in sight to soaring fuel prices, 7.30 decided to take an EV for a test drive to see how far it could take our reporter, and if Australia's EV charging network stacks up.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:50:31 +0000
Australians urged to 'book early' as some rethink holiday and work travel
The war in the Middle East has caused chaos across some of the world's busiest aviation regions, with many Australians now reconsidering their travel plans — or abandoning them altogether. 

Brisbane Times Headlines

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:59:18 +1000
Blood donation changes to boost supply under massive overhaul
Australia's blood eligibility rules have been overhauled, expanding access for the LGBTQIA+ community and unlocking thousands of extra donations.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:53:02 +1000
Worker critically injured in forklift accident near Brisbane
A horrific workplace accident has left a man critically injured south-east of Brisbane.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:49:49 +1000
Police seize 200kg cocaine from catamaran along Queensland-NSW border
Police have seized 200kg of cocaine from a catamaran at the Queensland-NSW border, unravelling what they allege is an international drug smuggling operation.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:44:54 +1000
Melbourne schoolboy dragged by bus
A 12-year-old Melbourne schoolboy was dragged 350 metres by a bus after appearing to be trapped in the doors.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:44:32 +1000
‘Vacate your engine room’: US seizure of Iranian ship risks shutting down peace talks
With two days left before the 10-day ceasefire between US, Iran and Israel expires, US President Donald Trump and the Iranian regime are not on the same page on the next round of negotiations.

Canberra Times

Independent Australia

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1000
Assisted living amenities that improve quality of life
Assisted living communities extend beyond simple accommodations. Considerate amenities in these environments facilitate the comfort, engagement, and well-being of those residing there. read now...

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000
Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000
#2 TOP IA ARTICLE OF 2025: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Mark David is IA's star cartoonist and this January compilation was especially popular. read now...

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +1000
​​​​​​​Finding a reliable electrician in Wollongong you can trust
Let's be honest, finding a good electrician shouldn't feel like a gamble. read now...

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +1000
Trump's 'Golden Dome': Visionary space deterrent or ambitious star wars sci-fi
Doubts remain over Donald Trump's ambitious 2025 "Iron Dome" space-based missile shield plan to protect continental United States from attacks from above. Ben Gonda reports. read now...

Otago Daily Times

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:48:07 +0000
Vanuatu earthquake: Magnitude 7.3 quake strikes near Luganville
The quake struck about 35km northeast of Luganville in Vanuatu.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:10:43 +0000
Mt Albert violence: Vehicle driven at group of partygoers, six injured in mass disorder
A car was also driven at partygoers and a number of vicious assaults reported.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:00 +0000
Emergency incident in Auckland’s Mt Albert: Four injured; police, ambulance at scene
70-100 people could be seen gathered in groups near the scene in Mt Albert.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:09:14 +0000
Southern motorway crash near Ōtara injures three, lanes blocked
Police said the accident near Ōtara has blocked multiple lanes.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:35:44 +0000
1 dead, 2 in hospital after car crashes into Hawke’s Bay’s Wairoa River
Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.

Sydney Morning Herald National News

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +1000
I couldn’t wait to escape my suburb on the edge. Now I’ve I found my way back
People think of us as a place to drive through not to, but you should see the green space here.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:59:18 +1000
Blood donation changes to boost supply under massive overhaul
Australia's blood eligibility rules have been overhauled, expanding access for the LGBTQIA+ community and unlocking thousands of extra donations.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:53:02 +1000
Worker critically injured in forklift accident near Brisbane
A horrific workplace accident has left a man critically injured south-east of Brisbane.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:49:49 +1000
Police seize 200kg cocaine from catamaran along Queensland-NSW border
Police have seized 200kg of cocaine from a catamaran at the Queensland-NSW border, unravelling what they allege is an international drug smuggling operation.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:44:54 +1000
Melbourne schoolboy dragged by bus
A 12-year-old Melbourne schoolboy was dragged 350 metres by a bus after appearing to be trapped in the doors.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:44:32 +1000
‘Vacate your engine room’: US seizure of Iranian ship risks shutting down peace talks
With two days left before the 10-day ceasefire between US, Iran and Israel expires, US President Donald Trump and the Iranian regime are not on the same page on the next round of negotiations.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:29:34 +1000
US-Iran war live updates: Trump says US seized Iranian ship in Strait of Hormuz; US delegation will head to Pakistan for second round of negotiations; Tehran rejects US peace talks
Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:33:48 +1000
Iran-US peace talks restart
Donald Trump has announced top US officials will travel to Pakistan for a fresh round of peace talks.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +1000
‘Never waste a crisis’: Ex-Shell executive says it’s time for Australia to tax windfall profits on energy
Idris Jala said the Albanese government should use the crisis triggered by the Iran war to slug gas companies that stand to reap huge profits.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:25:15 +1000
Humanoid robots race past humans in Beijing half-marathon
While most of the robots failed to cross the finish line at a half-marathon in Beijing last year, they have turned things around.

The Age

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

The Australian

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

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