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Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:53:04 +0000Thai teenager's father 'deeply saddened' over her death as Australian man charged with murder
The family of a 17-year-old girl in Thailand speak of their grief as an Australian man is charged with her murder.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:35:49 +0000Major capital cities record worst housing auction clearance rates in years
Sydney and Melbourne record their weakest auction results in years, with fewer than half of all homes going under the hammer finding a buyer.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:10:47 +0000Treasurer promises to 'fix' property tax oversight, but won't say how exactly
The Treasurer is promising to "fix" an unintended consequence of the government's overhaul of property tax breaks to protect widows and divorcees — but he has refused to say exactly how.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:00:24 +0000US strikes Iran, Iran hits Bahrain and Kuwait as Middle East tensions escalate
The United States and Iran have exchanged strikes against targets in the Middle East, underscoring rising tensions that threaten the interim deal between the two nations to stop the war.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000Hanson spawned the silliest semantic beard-stroking in 20 years
We've come a long way since it was Pauline Hanson who didn't know the meaning of big words.
Brisbane Times Headlines
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:36:54 +1000NRL Highlights: Knights v Tigers - Round 17
The Newcastle Knights host the Wests Tigers in Round 17 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:35:43 +1000Knights stun Tigers with late length-of-the-field try as Cook claims bunker dudded Dragons again
Just when the 22,968 fans who braved the dismal weather were expecting a field goal to settle the game, the Knights scored a 105m match-winning try.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:35:39 +1000Premiership coach says he ‘wouldn’t have an issue’ if Hird returned as Bombers’ brutal season continues
Dean Solomon has outlined his vision for the side as Hird’s bid to win the top job received support. Meanwhile, a Magpies star says there is no reason why a team can’t rise from a wildcard berth to win the flag.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:43 +1000Jacinta Allan faces renewed pressure over Big Build corruption claims
Premier Jacinta Allan is facing renewed pressure over Big Build corruption claims, with fresh, high-level calls for a royal commission.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +1000Adam Gibson escaped Redeemer with $20 in his pocket and $7 on his Opal card
Gibson was sent to live in the home of school principal Jonathan Cannon when he was just seven years old. He is one of 50 children who have been removed from their families in this Sydney community.
Canberra Times
Independent Australia
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +1000 'Out-One-Nationing One Nation’, with Angus Taylor and the Mad Monk
With Angus Taylor as Leader, Abbott in the back room and Hanson now the legacy media's new pet, the Liberal Party is experiencing an existential crisis, writes managing editor Michelle Pini. 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...
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +1000 The A to Z of who Pauline Hanson does and does not represent
Pauline Hanson always tells us who she doesn't represent – those of whom she's had a gutful – so who does she represent? read now...
Otago Daily Times
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:48:07 +0000Vanuatu 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 +0000Mt 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 +0000Emergency 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 +0000Southern 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 +00001 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
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1000They made an offer to buy their first home. Then they learnt the building report had been doctored
As one young family reels from being provided with a building and pest report by the estate agent that had pages removed, some experts warn mandating vendors to provide such reports may put buyers at risk.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:46:38 +1000Rescuers find people alive in rubble days on from Venezuela earthquakes
Incredible stories of survival are emerging from Venezuela, where rescuers are still finding people alive in rubble more than two days since a devastating double earthquake.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:40:49 +1000Teen charged with allegedly abducting girl outside Melbourne school
A teenage boy has been charged with abduction after a teenage girl was allegedly taken from outside a high school in Melbourne's south-east.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:35:32 +1000Light plane crashes into Beijing’s tallest building
A small aircraft has smashed windows in Beijing’s tallest building after crashing into it.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:35:18 +1000Police shoot man in the leg after rifle confrontation
Queensland Police have shot a man in the leg after he allegedly confronted officers with a rifle.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:19:52 +1000Australian man charged with murder in Thailand
An Australian man is facing murder charges in Thailand after a teenager’s body was found in a suitcase.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:19:47 +1000US accused of breaking truce amid strikes against Iran
The US said it has struck multiple targets in Iran, continuing a string of attacks that have shaken the war’s uneasy ceasefire and prompted a vow of retaliation.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +1000The America of my mum and dad was fair. Now I’m not so sure
As America approaches its 250th birthday on July 4, I want to reclaim my faith in its decency.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:26:43 +1000Trump warns US might ‘militarily complete the job’ in Iran
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said US bases in the region “will experience hell in the coming days”.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +1000These homes once heralded a fresh start. Now they’ve been reduced to rubble
Venezuelans are digging barehanded through mountains of concrete and debris from last week’s earthquakes for loved ones.
The Age
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten 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 GMTCourse 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 GMTLabor 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 GMTFears 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 GMTShorten 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 GMTCourse 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 GMTLabor 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 GMTFears 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.