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Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:38:31 +0000
'Eternity of pain': Angus Taylor issues warning to Australians voting for One Nation
In his strongest remarks pushing back on One Nation, the opposition leader has accused the right-wing party of being a "column of smoke".

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:03:48 +0000
When politics becomes content the risks multiply
Every press conference, reel and podcast is now a chance for politicians to connect with voters. Yet the strategy that broadens an MP's reach can also amplify their biggest mistakes.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:07:09 +0000
India a 'top-tier' security partner for Australia as nations deepen defence ties
Anthony Albanese says Australia will increase coordination with India's military forces following talks with the nation's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Melbourne.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:00:46 +0000
As the ceasefire cracks, Iran gets 'a complete reset' of pressure on its oil trade
The ceasefire between the United States and Iran is fraying and Washington has attempted to crush the regime's oil sales, but Tehran made its move when the blockade lifted weeks ago. 

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:55:43 +0000
Death on day of Telstra outage investigated by police
Police in SA are investigating a death at a regional South Australian hospital yesterday, after Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle said an elderly person had died during the Telstra outage.

Brisbane Times Headlines

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:53:22 +1000
Modi praises Australia-India relations during trip to Melbourne
Narendra Modi has praised Australia's relationship with India during the world leader's trip to Melbourne.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:52:32 +1000
Hawks name a debutant as Dogs swing changes: AFL teams and expert tips for round 18
Meanwhile, the Blues have brought back young defender Harry Dean after he missed the win over the Tigers with a hand injury.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:52:04 +1000
Regional Victorian trains slowly resume after major network outage
Victoria's regional trains are slowly resuming after Telstra's major network outage forced all services to stop for a second day.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:51:35 +1000
Telstra remains under fire after nationwide outage
Telstra remains under fire after callers were again unable to contact Triple Zero once again.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:47:31 +1000
Doctor admits filming staff in toilets
A junior doctor who secretly filmed staff in Melbourne hospital toilets has pleaded guilty to 13 charges.

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...

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000
FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — Australia's struggle for strategic independence
Australia's security lies not in deeper military dependence, but in investing in genuine sovereignty, regional cooperation and national resilience. read now...

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000
Telstra outage reveals a dangerous gap in Australia's digital resilience
The Telstra outage exposed a bigger problem than a software fault: Australia's telecommunications laws are still built for the last century. read now...

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000
AUKUS Inquiry must welcome every side of the debate
To shape the national conversation, the AUKUS Inquiry must be seen as open, balanced and willing to test every argument. 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

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +1000
It started small when our kids fell out. It escalated between the parents
Are we choosing to avoid tough conversations?

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +1000
‘I’m a better person for doing this’: The pharmacist helping terminally ill Victorians die peacefully
Michael Dooley has spent years of his career working in hospitals. But he says his work in the state’s voluntary assisted dying scheme has changed him.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:53:22 +1000
Modi praises Australia-India relations during trip to Melbourne
Narendra Modi has praised Australia's relationship with India during the world leader's trip to Melbourne.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:52:04 +1000
Regional Victorian trains slowly resume after major network outage
Victoria's regional trains are slowly resuming after Telstra's major network outage forced all services to stop for a second day.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:51:35 +1000
Telstra remains under fire after nationwide outage
Telstra remains under fire after callers were again unable to contact Triple Zero once again.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:56:23 +1000
Flight instructor jumps to his death, leaving student to land plane solo
Leandro Andrés Bertazzo told the 22-year-old student “you know what you have to do” before removing his headset and seatbelt, opening the door and leaping out over Toledo in Argentina.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +1000
Prosecutors rule out repatriation for alleged Bali bomber Hambali, tell families trial to start next year
Prosecutors have rejected any deal allowing the alleged Bali attack ringleader to serve out any prison term in Indonesia, ahead of his trial before a US military court.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:29:11 +1000
Trump trusted Iran’s ‘rational’ new leaders. Now he says he knows better
Many predicted the paper-thin memorandum of understanding signed last month would amount to little. It has taken even less time to collapse than they thought.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:22:10 +1000
Trump confuses Iran with Japan in gaffe-heavy press conference
Donald Trump confused Iran with Japan in a gaffe-laden press conference.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:21:35 +1000
Farage’s biggest opponent? A rubbish bin
When Nigel Farage seeks reelection, his most prominent opponent is likely to be comedian Jonathan Harvey, aka Count Binface.

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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