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.

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

Australian father Jamie Roberts stranded in Argentina with his 11-month-old daughter due to surrogacy laws, despite following legal advice.

Australian players, including Hon and Hunter, advanced at the 2026 Australian Open amid strong home performance.

Fitness First Australia launches campaign urging daily movement, citing 78% of adults don’t meet activity guidelines.

Two died in a crash near Black Springs, Australia, on Jan. 20, 2026, after a sedan hit a tree; cause is under investigation.

Obscura headlines Shred Fest 2026, a tour across 11 Australian and New Zealand cities, marking their first full New Zealand run.

On Jan. 20, 2026, Assam and APEDA hosted an organic conclave to boost exports of GI-tagged products under updated NPOP standards and new trade deals.

An 18-year-old woman was critically stabbed in Melbourne; the suspect, an 18-year-old man, was found dead in Antwerp, police say.

HCLTech wins Australian and New Zealand logistics firm contract to provide AI-driven IT services.