60 years of Australian decimal currency

Tomorrow marks 60 years since Australia ditched pounds, shillings and pence for dollars and cents. And while the way we pay for things continues to change, the legacy of that… [...]

Who is Angus Taylor, our newest Liberal leader?

Angus Taylor has presented himself as the leader that his party needs to turn around its dire polling and remain relevant by the next election. But who is he, and… [...]

Watchdog to investigate complaints of police misconduct during Sydney protest

The NSW police watchdog will investigate the actions of officers during Monday's protest against Isaac Herzog's visit after it received a significant number of complaints. Police were seen being physical… [...]

Sussan Ley ousted in Liberal leadership spill

The Liberal Party has deposed its first female leader, in favour of conservative political traditionalist Angus Taylor. The Member for Hume was emphatically elected by his colleagues as some of… [...]

Bangladesh's election winners take sweeping majority in crucial post-uprising vote

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has won the country's first election since a 2024 uprising, claiming a two-thirds majority after months of political turmoil. [...]

SBS NITV Radio talks to Charles Pakana about World Radio Day

13 February is celebrated as World Radio Day. The day is designed to honour radio as a trusted and powerful form of communication. Today is also the 18th anniversary of… [...]

ANZ says AUD heading for US $0.73 as Cochlear warns of currency impacts

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Cochlear CEO Dig Howett about the hearing implant maker's latest results, the link between hearing loss and dementia and the impact the higher… [...]

New Liberal leader Angus Taylor vows to restore living standards | Evening News Bulletin 13 February 2026

New Liberal leader Angus Taylor vows to restore living standards as a policy focus; Stolen Generations survivors reflect on 18 years since the National Apology; and in sport, the Socceroos… [...]

Lunar New Year 2026: What to know about the 'very special' Year of the Fire Horse

The fire horse, which occurs once every 60 years, is considered to be like "double fire". [...]

"There's not a lot left to burn": Coalition launches new bid for unity and support under Angus Taylor

Angus Taylor has seized the Liberal Party leadership in a decisive party room vote - 34 to 17 - ending Sussan Ley’s nine-month tenure as the party’s first female leader.… [...]

What is the secret to an elephant's grace? Whiskers

While the whiskers on a cat might be known to help them balance and detect their surroundings, scientists have discovered elephants have super whiskers too. Around 1,000 whiskers cover their… [...]

Angus Taylor elected new Liberal Party leader | SBS News In Easy English 13 February 2026

A daily 5-minute news bulletin for English learners and people with a disability. [...]