Parkes Elvis Festival returns for its 33rd year

The Elvis Festival in New South Wales' central west is back and bigger than ever for its 33rd year. More than 25 thousand fans will descend on the town of… [...]

Bushfires threaten parts of Australia as intense heatwave advances across the country

Bushfires have ignited on the first day of some of the worst heatwave conditions since Black Summer and authorities warn more is to come. [...]

New research warns of the accelerating rate of tree death across Australia

Across Australia, more trees are dying, and at a rate faster than they can be replaced by new growth. New research led by Western Sydney University found trees in all… [...]

Nationwide heatwave prompts bushfire warnings across the country

A nationwide heatwave has sparked emergency bushfire warnings, as parts of the country are hit with the most severe conditions not felt since the Black Summer. Western Australia, South Australia,… [...]

Pressure increases on PM to establish post-Bondi Royal Commission

Following the final funeral for a victim of the Bondi terror attack, the Coalition has ramped up pressure on the Government to launch a Royal Commission with a specific focus… [...]

Is easing inflation enough to stop a February interest rate rise?

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks to Pradeep Philip, from Deloitte Access Economics, and Alice Shen, CFA from VanEck, about the latest inflation result and the day's sharemarket moves. [...]

Australia's trees are dying faster than they're being replaced

A new study has found trees across Australia are dying at a faster rate than new ones are growing, a trend that is contributing to an increase in carbon emissions.… [...]

What is diet stacking and are you doing it?

Fodmap, high protein, gluten-free, lowfat, clean eating - so many diets, so much conflicting advice. Australian experts are warning that following multiple diets at the same time could have unexpected… [...]

Behind Trump's controversial push to acquire Greenland — as urgent meeting sought

Trump's attention is again on Greenland — but why? Here's what to know, as allies raise alarm and Greenland seeks urgent talks with the US. [...]

Debate over hate speech reforms after Bondi terror attack | Evening News Bulletin 7 January 2026

Debate over hate speech reforms after the Bondi terror attack; inflation eases in Australia, but remains above the Reserve Bank's target; and Australian Daniel Sanders retains his lead in the… [...]

Why the latest inflation dip 'keeps alive' interest rate hike expectations

Headline inflation has come in lower than expected. But will that mean an interest rate reprieve? Not necessarily, economists say. [...]

SBS News In Easy English 7 January 2026

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