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Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:18:53 +0000
Live: Israel would not strike without Trump go-ahead, Iran says after US plea for calm
Israel says it has struck military targets in western and central Iran after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched a series of strikes on northern Israel. Follow live.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:33:43 +0000
A 'ring of fire' could soon burn around one of Australia's major cities
Australian states are pushing ahead with waste-to-energy incineration despite significant opposition. It means one capital city will soon be surrounded by a "ring of fire".

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:21:50 +0000
As One Nation nips at his heels the PM has no choice but to play the long game
The government is playing a long game in responding to the surge of support for One Nation. It has little other choice.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:13:03 +0000
Script reveals methods of Cambodian centre scamming Australians
Australian and Thai police release a script discovered in a Cambodian scam compound, revealing the high-pressure methods used to coerce Australian victims. 

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:51:42 +0000
Deaths, damage and tsunami after magnitude-7.8 earthquake hits Philippines
A powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake has shaken the Mindanao region in the southern Philippines, with a tsunami possible on some regional coasts.

Brisbane Times Headlines

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1000
My suburb is a scintillating mix of immaculate topiary work and cautious driving
When I was a child, my father would sometimes bring me here so I could stare at the apartment buildings with their Juliet balconies. I thought it must be the fanciest place in the world.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:55:53 +1000
The game was sealed by a Pickett goal, but the symbolic moment was a tackle
In a game of amazing feats and no less amazing mistakes, the signature moment belonged to a young Melbourne midfielder Harvey Langford.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:51:38 +1000
Man who died after being Tasered was living in caravan
A man who died when police tried detaining him with a Taser was living in a caravan on his grandparents’ South Australian property.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:48:51 +1000
Iran and Israel trade missiles
Iran has unleashed waves of ballistic missile strikes on Israel in the first direct attack since the ceasefire, triggering a response from Israel.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:48:50 +1000
Teen girls injured as stolen car smashes into home
Three teenage girls were injured when their car smashed into a home in Logan in the early hours of the morning.

Canberra Times

Independent Australia

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +1000
AFR-king what!? Mad money mag grovels to Gina, bootlicks billionaires and promotes plutocracy
‘Billionaire barons have every right to use their money to influence us’, pontificated the Australian Financial Review editorial team on 28 May 2026. read now...

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...

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +1000
AUKUS: Australia gets what America can spare
Australia's AUKUS submarine plan is being reshaped by American and British constraints, raising questions about whether the promised leap in capability is quietly becoming a compromise. 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, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1000
My suburb is a scintillating mix of immaculate topiary work and cautious driving
When I was a child, my father would sometimes bring me here so I could stare at the apartment buildings with their Juliet balconies. I thought it must be the fanciest place in the world.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:51:38 +1000
Man who died after being Tasered was living in caravan
A man who died when police tried detaining him with a Taser was living in a caravan on his grandparents’ South Australian property.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:48:51 +1000
Iran and Israel trade missiles
Iran has unleashed waves of ballistic missile strikes on Israel in the first direct attack since the ceasefire, triggering a response from Israel.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:48:50 +1000
Teen girls injured as stolen car smashes into home
Three teenage girls were injured when their car smashed into a home in Logan in the early hours of the morning.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:46:47 +1000
PM’s warning over sexist campaign
The prime minister has called for a stop to political disagreements after a toxic campaign targeted Victoria’s premier.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:45:55 +1000
Earthquake hits Philippines
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has hit the Philippines, killing multiple people.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:24:21 +1000
Israel and Iran trade blows despite Trump’s efforts to put a lid on hostilities
Tehran launched a salvo of missiles against Israel after it struck military targets in western and central Iran.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:12:19 +1000
Deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks the southern Philippines
At least 19 people are feared dead following the quake, which triggered tsunami warnings across several countries.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:26:35 +1000
7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes part of southern Philippines
The magnitude 7.8 earthquake caused damage in a key coastal city.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:26:35 +1000
Indonesia issues tsunami warning following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in southern Philippines
Indonesia issues tsunami warning following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in southern Philippines

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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