Australian actress Rachael Carpani, known for McLeod’s Daughters, died at 45 after a long illness.

A father and son were identified as perpetrators of a deadly terror attack in Bondi, Australia, on December 14, 2025, and were apprehended.

Pope Leo XIV condemned a deadly antisemitic attack at a Sydney Hanukkah event, expressing sorrow and calling for unity.

Australia forecasts smaller deficits, rising debt, and steady growth through 2028/29.

Indian FM Jaishankar visited Israel Dec. 15, 2025, to strengthen ties and condemn a Sydney terror attack.

Naveed Akram was charged with 59 offenses, including 15 murders and terrorism, over the Sydney Bondi Beach shooting.

U.S. dollar drops to two-month low amid delayed jobs data and shutdown fallout.

Northern Ireland leaders condemn Sydney synagogue attack, vow to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish community.

Australia allows Hanwha to raise its Austal stake to 19.9% under security conditions, bolstering defense ties with Japan.

On December 14, 2025, Grok AI falsely claimed Ahmed al Ahmed was an Israeli hostage in the Bondi Beach shooting, spreading multiple fabricated details.