Ricky Stuart has lambasted the ACT government over GIO stadium, but praised 21-year-old potential debutant Joe Roddy ahead of Canberra's clash against Cronulla.
The US president has singled out Australia for not doing more to help in the Middle East, but Albanese's government insists it hasn't received a request.
Denmark's King Frederik and Queen Mary have been welcomed by adoring fans as part of their six-day Australian tour which includes a stop in Mary's hometown.
Foreign minister confirms more than 2600 Australians have arrived back from the UAE on 18 direct flights since the US-Israeli strikes were launched on Iran.
The southeast of Australia is enduring some of its hottest temperatures in nearly a decade as a brutal mix of heat and wind prompts alarm from authorities.
US President Donald Trump has had a friendly meeting with Anthony Albanese as the pair signed a minerals deal and Australia got some reassurances on AUKUS.
Australia's looming ban on social media for under 16s has won global praise at the UN, as one mother spoke of the impact social media had on her late daughter.
Months after announcing a major diplomatic shift, Australia has finally recognised Palestine with the hopes of building peace and security in the region.
