Latest news: Australia

The decision on who should replace David Warner as Test opener is the first of several big calls for Australia's selectors as an era of transition arrives.

Australians could be forgiven for feeling weary of political scandals. The litany of them at the federal level in recent years has been fatiguing: Robodebt, allegations of rape and sexual harassment in Parliament House, former prime minister Scott Morrison’s secret ministries, sports rorts, ministerial affairs and bonk bans, and plenty more.

Finely-tuned government assistance could be on its way for households struggling under cost of living pressures, the prime minister confirms.

After Australia completed a memorable victory over Pakistan at the MCG, attention turns to the final match of David Warner's stellar Test career.

Australians are set to have a healthier and wealthier 2024, if our New Year resolutions are anything to go by.

Concerns social media giant TikTok breached Australian privacy laws through its data harvesting practices are being looked at by the information commissioner.

A draft deal from the world's biggest climate talks has been decried as a "death certificate" for island nations and Australia, the US and Japan won't sign it.

There was a personal side to Mitchell Johnson's extraordinary attack on former Australia teammate David Warner's farewell Test series, the former champion quick admits. Johnson has explained why he blasted Warner and chairman...

Australian and NZ food ministers have agreed to clamp down on sugar labelling, with products high in sugars no longer able to carry 'no added sugar' claims.

As Australia grapples with whether to embrace nuclear energy to reach net-zero emissions France's foreign minister has encouraged it as part of the renewables future. 

Australian soldiers will have greater access to French military bases in the Pacific region and Indian Ocean under a new defence pact.

A national survey by Mission Australia has revealed that Australian teenagers are becoming increasingly affected by financial matters.

State treasurers want a GST deal squared away before considering an expanded role in funding the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Eastern Victoria and southern NSW are preparing for more rain as floodwaters threaten communities following wild storms.

Community advocacy group Stand Up Now Australia is calling on Aussies to communicate their rejection of the 2022 World Health Organisation's proposed amendments to its International Health Regulations by reading and signing The People’s Letter by Friday 1 December.

A majority of Australians think First Nations people should get a say on issues affecting them, raising questions about Labor's model for the voice.