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Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:17:50 +0000
Live: UN commissioner calls for school bombing 'justice', as sites attacked across the gulf
Kuwait Ports Authority says the country's main commercial port has been hit by drones. Follow live.  

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:21:09 +0000
Live: Red alert in Carnarvon as destructive Cyclone Narelle closes in
The storm, which has already made landfall in Far North Queensland and the Northern Territory, is now impacting the west Pilbara coast.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:44:04 +0000
The 'crown jewels' of the Iranian nuclear program and why the US wants them
A move from Israel or the United States to find and secure Iran's enriched uranium stockpile would be dangerous, but experts say it is one of the only ways to end the war and prevent it from returning.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:51:49 +0000
'There will be tax reform' but treasurer says no decision yet on capital gains
Treasurer Jim Chalmers commits to tax reform in his upcoming budget, but adds that no decision has yet been taken as to whether capital gains tax will be part of those changes.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 03:55:26 +0000
As Pakistan emerges as a US-Iran broker, it draws on relationships few others have
Pakistan is positioning itself at the centre of a war it is uniquely placed to influence and cannot afford to ignore, writes Meghna Bali. 

Brisbane Times Headlines

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:58:30 +1000
Collingwood Magpies vs GWS Giants AFL LIVE: Daicos’ lucky injury escape as Giants push Pies early at Marvel Stadium
Follow along as the Magpies and Giants look to score a vital win in their round three clash at Marvel Stadium.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:45:00 +1000
Albanese’s next step must address the fuel crisis and assure the public
A key measure of governments in a crisis is their ability to project stability in times of uncertainty.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:34:42 +1000
Wendell Sailor's charges over drunken nights out dismissed
Cross-code legend Wendell Sailor has kept a clean criminal record after three charges against him were dismissed on mental health grounds.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:32:15 +1000
Cyclone Narelle hammers Exmouth on WA's Pilbara coast
Tropical Cyclone Narelle is bearing down on Western Australia's Pilbara coast.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:00 +1000
Victorian teachers’ strike reflects a crisis decades in the making
When 35,000 educators took to the streets this week to fight for better pay and conditions, it became clear their rage had been building for years.

Canberra Times

Independent Australia

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +1000
Why Pauline Hanson's One Nation will never win government
Don't believe the News Corp bots, Pauline Hanson's One Nation failed dismally in South Australia — and will continue to fail in every subsequent election. 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...

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...

Otago Daily Times

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.

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 07:05:07 +0000
Hutt Valley Line trains closed while police attend incident
Police were alerted to the incident at about 6.25pm this evening.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:46:16 +0000
Hawke’s Bay prison attacks: Four Corrections staff members injured on one day
Sugar may have been mixed with the hot water, but Corrections hasn't confirmed it yet.

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 03:03:21 +0000
State Highway 3 closed following ‘serious crash’ between Waitōtara and Waverley
Motorists are told to expect delays.

Sydney Morning Herald National News

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:45:00 +1100
Albanese’s next step must address the fuel crisis and assure the public
A key measure of governments in a crisis is their ability to project stability in times of uncertainty.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:34:42 +1100
Wendell Sailor's charges over drunken nights out dismissed
Cross-code legend Wendell Sailor has kept a clean criminal record after three charges against him were dismissed on mental health grounds.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:32:15 +1100
Cyclone Narelle hammers Exmouth on WA's Pilbara coast
Tropical Cyclone Narelle is bearing down on Western Australia's Pilbara coast.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +1100
Victorian teachers’ strike reflects a crisis decades in the making
When 35,000 educators took to the streets this week to fight for better pay and conditions, it became clear their rage had been building for years.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +1100
After weeks of bleak news, we’re chipping in with a distraction
Armed with robust appetites and seasoned palates, with hardly a care for their cardiovascular health, our Good Food team hit the road in search of Sydney’s best hot chips.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:37 +1100
As it happened US-Iran war: Trump reveals oil ‘present’ from Iran; Israel claims it killed navy chief in strike; White House confirms it sent 15-point peace plan via Pakistan
Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:28:46 +1100
Donald Trump suspends strikes on Iran’s energy sites
Donald Trump said he's suspending strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure for another ten days, claiming talks with Tehran "are going well".

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +1100
On Beijing’s streets, ‘erratic’ Trump is playing in China’s favour
While it’s inevitable that Beijing’s narrative will shape public opinion in China, it can also be easy to write off what is a genuine confidence among the public about their country’s place in the world.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:17:21 +1100
White House posts cryptic series of videos
The White House appears to be hyping up the launch of something new with a series of pixelated images.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:28:25 +1100
‘We weren’t consulted’: Albanese pushes back on Trump’s criticism of Australia
The PM’s comments came as Donald Trump said he was giving Iran another 10 days to make a satisfactory deal.

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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