The Expense Scandals Forcing a Parliamentary Crackdown
From ski trips to New York tours, examine the expense scandals involving Anika Wells and Michelle Rowland that triggered a travel rule overhaul.
Australia Day 2026 Weather: State-by-State Forecast Guide
Australia Day weather 2026, Sydney weather Australia Day, Melbourne heatwave, Perth sun, Australia Day beach guide, national forecast Jan 26.
Pinjarra Returns to Normal as Suspected Gunman Located
Residents in Pinjarra can return to normal activities after WA Police located the man at the center of today’s armed search. Read the full timeline here.
Ruffy Community Band Together as Longwood Blaze Claims 30 Homes
While the Longwood bushfire destroyed 30 homes and community landmarks in Ruffy, a group of residents stayed behind to save eight properties using vintage equipment.
Aliens or ‘Jenga’? Internet Reacts to Mystery 25-Tonne Sandstone Theft
The internet is buzzing with theories after 25 tonnes of sandstone vanished in Speers Point. From “backyard Great Walls” to aliens, see the wildest theories.
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Chilling Meticulousness: Court Documents Reveal Bondi Terrorists’ Failed Bombing Attempt
Newly released court documents reveal Naveed and Sajid Akram’s meticulous planning for the Bondi Beach terror attack, including undetonated IEDs and an IS manifesto.
Bondi Beach Shines a Light for 15 Fallen Souls
From 10-year-old ‘Bee’ to Holocaust survivors, Australia honors the 15 victims of the Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting. Read the stories of courage and the community’s path to healing.
PM Albanese Confronted by Angry Crowd After Hanukkah Shooting
One week after the Bondi Beach terror attack, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced jeers at a national memorial. Australia marked a Day of Reflection for the 15 victims killed.
How Rod Jones Saved Australia’s Largest Game Collection
Australia’s largest retro video game collection has a new home! Visit 1UP Arcade at Laserforce Woolloongabba for 150+ classic games. Unlimited play for under $30.
Multiple Murder Charges Laid as Australia Announces New Visa Crackdown
Australian authorities charge Naveed Akram with 59 offences following the Bondi Beach terror attack. PM Anthony Albanese confirms ISIS-motivated ideology as the government introduces powers to cancel visas on grounds of antisemitism and hate.
Hero Couple Boris and Sofia Gurman Fought Bondi Terrorist at Start of Massacre, Dashcam Reveals
Newly released dashcam footage confirms the heroism of Boris Gurman, 69, and Sofia Gurman, 61, who were tragically the first victims of the Bondi terror attack. The Russian-Jewish couple were seen wrestling a rifle from alleged shooter Sajid Akram moments after he parked his car, which displayed an Islamic State flag. Their family expressed immense pride in their final, selfless act of bravery.
Bondi Terror Attack: Sajid Akram Legally Owned Six Firearms; Ex-Police Slam Suburban Gun Access
The Bondi terror attack that killed 15 people has placed Australia’s gun laws under intense scrutiny after it was revealed alleged shooter Sajid Akram, 50, was a licensed gun owner and a member of hunting associations. Former NSW Police Detective Robert Critchlow said gun access should be revoked if an “immediate family” member like son Naveed Akram poses a security risk, questioning the logic of owning long rifles in suburban Sydney.
Experts Question Exclusion of Gaming Platforms Amid Addiction Crisis
Dr. Daniela Vecchio, a psychiatrist at Australia’s only publicly-run gaming disorder clinic in Perth, calls the exclusion of platforms like Discord and Roblox from the new under-16 social media ban “odd.” She warns that gaming addiction, now a WHO-recognised disorder, is intricately linked to platforms like YouTube and social media, which are often used for livestreaming and connection.
Aggressive Security Guard Overshadows England’s Ashes Departure, Stokes Ready for Adelaide
An aggressive security guard working for the England cricket team created a fracas at Brisbane Airport by physically confronting a Channel 7 camera operator. The incident was in sharp contrast to the relaxed Australian players, who posed for selfies without security. England Captain Ben Stokes said the team is “refreshed and ready” for the crucial Third Test at Adelaide Oval starting Wednesday.