The $9 billion fuel bill raising questions about Australia's energy security

A new study warns that Australia's continued reliance on imported fuels "leaves its energy security in somebody else's hands". [...]

Australia's police chief has a warning about where online hate can lead

AFP commissioner Krissy Barrett said the ubiquity of digital devices has created an "instant pipeline of hate" into people's homes. [...]

The 'very uncomfortable' issue at the heart of Australia's national identity

Tense and violent incidents in Australia appear to be worsening, and experts are urging the government to act. [...]

More Australians are seeing a GP. What happens next is becoming more complex

Almost two-thirds of Australians were bulk-billed for GP care in 2026, but doctors say more cover is needed. [...]

Live updates: Exit polls suggest deadlock after record voter turnout in Israel

Final results could take days in a system where no single party has ever won a majority. Follow our live coverage. [...]

ABC to take legal action against One Nation over 'shocking' use of Bluey in party's videos

One Nation's use of Bluey was "shocking and disrespectful to the children of Australia", the ABC's managing director has said. [...]

A missing link to Australia's newest airport comes with a $55 sting

Western Sydney International Airport is now flying passengers — the hard part is getting to and from the airport itself. [...]

The 'growing' health threat now responsible for one in 10 Australian deaths

The gap between the first and second leading causes of death in Australia is increasing. [...]

Bolsonaro agrees to surrender passports after acknowledging loss in Brazil's presidential race

Flávio Bolsonaro said police had ordered him to surrender his passports, adding: "I am now prohibited from leaving the country." [...]

'Determined to make sure we do everything': Albanese reacts to MPs' calls for duress alarms

The prime minister has responded to a proposal for heightened safety measures sparked by the alleged attack on MP Helen Haines. [...]

Harry Kane, Alexia Putellas win Ballon d'Or as England ends 25-year wait

An English player has claimed football's most prestigious award for the first time in a quarter of a century. [...]

AI just supercharged cybercrime. Australia is sounding the alarm

The Australian Signals Directorate says AI is the "defining force in the cyber threat landscape" and expects more attacks to come. [...]