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I believed Australia could not look away from Aboriginal deaths in custody. I was wrong

Decades on from the royal commission, I can only conclude there are no words that will make governments face their responsibilities

The Guardian - AU

Records, revenge and rollercoasters: three tales from Adelaide Oval’s rich history

Ahead of the third Ashes Test, Geoff Lemon looks back at some of the surprising stories born of the South Australian cricket ground

The Guardian - AU

Pop art, folk festivals and grape crushing: Australian summer events worth travelling for

From contemporary art exhibitions to eccentric festivals, regional Australia has no shortage of big events over the summer of 2025-2026

The Guardian - AU

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Non-alcoholic drinks attract a lot less tax in Australia. So why are they often just as expensive?

While production costs may be higher for non-alcoholic drinks, economists say larger manufacturers are also using ‘price anchoring’ to maintain higher margins

The Guardian - AU

McEvoy wows with Aussies on top of World in pool

The world's fastest swimmer lived up to his reputation as Cam McEvoy helped blast Australia past the World in a unique event designed to shake up the sport.

AAP

Skydiver dangles at 4,500 metres after parachute catches on plane’s tail

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau released the video with its report on its investigation into the mishap.

Euronews

Australia’s social media ban launched with barely a hitch – but the real test is still to come

The policy to cut off social media access for more than 2 million under-16s remains popular with Australians, while other countries look to follow suit

The Guardian - AU

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Weather tracker: Australia bushfires could be most dangerous since ‘black summer’

Fires are burning across NSW, with Tasmania also facing an emergency, while in the US, Washington state braces for floods

The Guardian - UK

Skydiver dangles at 15,000 feet after parachute catches on plane's tail in Australia

Australian accident investigators have released dramatic images showing a skydiver's parachute entangled on an airplane's tail, leaving him dangling at 15,000 feet

The Independent UK

Reddit challenges Australia's under-16 social media ban, claims law curbs political discussion

Reddit argues that the world-first law is unconstitutional because it infringes on Australia’s implied freedom of political communication.

Euronews

Reddit launches High Court challenge to Australia's social media ban for under-16s

Platform fights landmark ban on use of social media by young people saying it is preventing free political expression

Evening Standard

British backpacker jailed over fatal e-scooter crash in Australia

Alicia Kemp, 25, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing death while under the influence of alcohol

Evening Standard

Rare World Cup miss for Australian snowboard superstar

Scotty James has had an uncharacteristically poor showing at the halfpipe World Cup in China with the Aussie great well off an all-Japanese podium.

AAP

OPINION - Like Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, I was falsely imprisoned and tortured in jail in Iran: this is my story

Kylie Moore-Gilbert shares her harrowing experience of being held in captivity in Iran

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Australia 'stained' by its treatment of child offenders

Australia has been slammed for its juvenile justice laws as UN experts sound the alarm over the growing number of people in prison without a sentence.

AAP

'Not ready': investors chop down deforestation action

National Australia Bank shareholders have rejected resolutions related to deforestation, but its chairman says he has concerns about the practice.

AAP

Tszyu 'ready to retire': fuse lit with sabotage claim

The stage is set for Tim Tszyu's make-or-break showdown against Anthony Velazquez, with the Australian superstar's team accused of sabotage.

International Business Times UK

Twitch Blocked for Under-16s in Australia — Experts Warn of Mental and Social Harm

Australia has blocked access to Twitch for users under 16, effective immediately, with existing accounts set to close by 9 January 2026.

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The Conversation

Government reveals taxpayer-funded deal to keep Australia’s largest aluminium smelter open. How long we will pay?

It seemed inevitable – politically at least – that the federal government would step in to save Tomago Aluminium in New South Wales, Australia’s largest aluminium smelter.

AAP

Korean culture wave crashes onto Australian shores

An exhibit of South Korean pop culture has gone on display in the nation's capital, showcasing some of the biggest names from Korean film, TV and music.

The Conversation

I’m heading overseas. Do I really need travel vaccines?

Australia is in its busiest month for short-term overseas travel. And there are so many things to consider when planning your trip. Unfortunately, it’s easy to overlook the importance of pre-travel vaccinations.

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Canberra Targeted In $10M Robbery Dubbed Australia’s ‘Version Of The Louvre Heist’

Four French men are accused of stealing watches, jewellery, and handbags from the affluent suburb of O’Malley in a heist-style burglary, before being arrested at... a KFC restaurant.

The Guardian - AU

The Reject Shop faces a legal threat from a UK artist over a flamingo egg cup. Does it have a leg to stand on?

Australian retailer tells ceramic artist Hannah Turner it won’t restock the product amid debate over copyright

AAP

Smelter's future secured but cost to taxpayers unclear

Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been handed a government lifeline to ensure it keeps running beyond 2028 amid spiralling energy costs.

The Independent UK

Reddit launches High Court challenge against Australia’s social media ban

Both legal actions contend the legislation is unconstitutional

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