A Chinese low-cost electric vehicle is launching in Australia, boosting EV competition.

Australian artist Ruel wins $50,000 for "The Suburbs" in global songwriting contest.

Geelong Cats players travel to Dublin to support teammate Mark O’Connor in the All-Ireland club final, reigniting interest in the International Rules Series.

ACT Liberal candidate Nick Tyrrell calls for expanding childcare support to include grandparent and nanny care.

A 19-year-old Canadian woman died on a remote Queensland beach; cause unknown, investigation ongoing.

A businessman was fined for illegally interfering with Aboriginal relics, underscoring strict laws protecting Indigenous heritage in Australia.

Alex de Minaur advanced to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open with a straight-sets win.

A New Zealand man was sentenced to 150 community hours and a one-year driving ban after crashing while drunk, high, and disqualified, injuring his pregnant partner.

Binance Australia restored direct AUD bank transfers and PayID for all users in Jan 2026, ending a three-year ban.

Australians aim for a $1,000 emergency fund, with experts urging small weekly savings to build resilience amid financial strain.