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Temperatures in Ouyen and Mildura in north-west Victoria forecast to reach 49C on Tuesday

Australia's Jason Day stormed home to tie for second place behind dominant winner Scottie Scheffler in the PGA Tour's The American Express tournament.

All of us, sooner or later, will need to make a decision about the final resting place for ourselves or a loved one.

In early 20th century Australia, Indigenous people were denied citizenship and the nation had a racially exclusive immigration policy. Most people not only accepted the “White Australia” policy but openly identified with its assumption of white supremacy. Popular culture was replete with overtly racist terms and images.

Australians are deeply divided over whether January 26 is an appropriate day to celebrate Australia Day – and we are no longer debating it as much as doubling down in entrenched camps.

The 2026 Australians of the Year have a jam-packed schedule after receiving their awards at a ceremony in the nation's capital.

Among sportspeople feted in the Australia Day Honours List, veteran coach Alen Stajcic is imploring Australian football's governing bodies to rally together.

Emotions have run high at competing Australia Day rallies as the prime minister highlighted the role immigrants have played in helping to shape the nation.

'JV has been on the phone all the time telling me I need to be a bit more of an asshole and ask for leadership more' says Australian after fronting up to South Australia with 'special legs'