The Latest Breaking News from Australia

Last month, Australia’s ban on the import, use and manufacture of three types of “forever chemical” came into effect. These chemicals – PFOA, PFOS and PFHxS – have long lifespans and resist breaking down. They’re considered harmful due to their ability to build up inside living organisms and their toxicity.…

Molly Picklum says Australia deserves another world champion as she looks to follow surfing legend Stephanie Gilmore, with the title going on the line in Fiji.

Sport Australia has marked the 40th anniversary of its Hall of Fame by elevating members Belinda Clark and Andrew Gaze to legend status.

Australians have picked up another two medals at the rain-hit canoe sprint and paracanoe world championships in Milan.

It’s no secret the Liberal Party of Australia has a problem with women. The party has made headlines over the years for its toxic blokey “Big Swinging Dick” culture, underrepresentation of women in the party, and dwindling support from women voters.

Australian bank customers are losing less money to scams as they gain more knowledge about grifts and banks boost defences.

Almost 30 years after the Port Arthur massacre, there has been a sharp increase in licensed gun owners and weapons

Australia’s job market is facing a paradox. Employers across every major sector – from construction to healthcare – report crippling skills shortages.

The beloved comedy trio – Broden Kelly, Mark Bonanno and Zachary Ruane – are about to trial their own subscription service because, ‘the writing is on the wall with network comedy in Australia’

Australia has been urged to help fight the deadly infectious diseases on its doorstep, including two major HIV outbreaks.

Rallies take place across Australia’s major towns and cities as well as in other countries including Malaysia and Kenya.