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Concerns surface as US reviews AUKUS security pact

WHAT IS AUKUS? * AUKUS is a partnership between Australia, the US and UK * Pillar I supports Australia’s acquisition of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines * Under the $368 billion …

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Parenting payments to increase to match inflation

Parents are set to get a financial boost with increases to social security payments. A range of welfare payments will rise by 2.4 per cent from the beginning of July …

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50 years of SBS: From part time multilingual radio to a national radio and television broadcaster

It began when the Whitlam Government established radio stations 2EA in Sydney and 3EA in Melbourne in June 1975, when as SBS aired its first radio broadcast. The Whitlam Government …

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Australian shares post record close as financials surge

Australia’s share market has closed at its highest ever level as multiple sectors rallied on hopes of a trade resolution between the United States and China. The S&P/ASX200 rallied 66 …

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Fertility giant caught up in second embryo mix-up

A leading fertility clinic has been embroiled in a second embryo transfer blunder. Staff at Monash IVF’s Clayton laboratory on Thursday incorrectly transferred a patient’s embryo to them instead of …

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Courtney Houssos steps up following minister’s breast cancer diagnosis

NSW Minister Courtney Houssos will temporarily assume the duties of Deputy Premier, Minister for Education and Early Learning, and Minister for Western Sydney, as Prue Car begins treatment for breast …

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A dozen Greek Australians receive King’s Birthday Honours

The Governor-General has announced 2025 King’s Birthday Honours and Awards for 830 Australians, including awards in the Order of Australia (General and Military Divisions), meritorious awards and recognition for distinguished …

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Sydney real estate agent in court for cocaine possession and stealing

A Sydney real estate agent was caught hiding cocaine in his underwear after he was taken into custody for standing outside a house at night. According to The Daily Telegraph, …

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Police warn snow-goers: Carry chains or risk fines and danger as Alpine season kicks off

Victorian Police are urging all snow-bound travellers to properly prepare for Alpine conditions this winter, warning that drivers without legally required wheel chains could face hefty fines or dangerous situations. …

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Christian Astourian leads the push for accessible trams on Sydney Road

Christian Astourian is spearheading a campaign for accessible tram stops along Sydney Road in Melbourne’s inner north, ahead of major disruptions to public transport in the area. Astourian, of Greek-Armenian …

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