Australia News Today

The latest Australia news from 19 sources, including Courthouse News, MacRumors, Guardian Australia. Updated continuously with links to every original report. Last updated 2026-10-20 18:01 UTC.

Courthouse News ·

Driver charged with intentionally injuring Australian federal lawmaker

The incident shocked Australians as political violence is rare there and politicians have always been accessible to the public.

MacRumors ·

iOS 27.3 May Expand RCS Support to Australia's Telstra in December

In a support document that it has since deleted, Australian carrier Telstra said RCS support would be available starting with an iOS update coming in December. …

Guardian Australia ·

Australian MP Helen Haines attacked with car: what we know so far - The Latest

A man has been charged after the Australian MP Helen Haines was allegedly attacked with a car outside her electorate office in the state of Victoria.Haines, who…

Financial Post ·

Monument Mining Provides Update on Tuckanarra Joint Venture

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Monument Mining Limited (“Monument” or the “Company”) provides an update regarding the Tuckanarra …

The Wrap ·

Nick Kroll to Host and EP ‘LOL: Last One Laughing’ US Version for Prime Video

He joins a star-studded lineup of international hosts including Graham Norton for Ireland, Rebel Wilson for Australia and Trevor Noah for South Africa The post …

Phys.org ·

Drones help archaeologists find Aboriginal rock art sites hidden in Australia's rugged Blue Mountains

Drone-mounted laser technology is helping archaeologists locate Aboriginal rock art sites hidden in the rugged, densely vegetated landscapes of Australia's Blue…

The War Zone ·

Ghost Shark Extra-Large Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles’ Payload Bay Seen For First Time

Ghost Shark will deploy aerial drones, lay mines, and execute seabed resupply missions as part of Australia’s new undersea arsenal. The post Ghost Shark Extra-L…

PNG Post-Courier ·

United Finance supports PNG Public Servants Netball team for Pan Pacific Masters Games

United Finance Limited (UFL) has contributed K2,000 towards the participation of the PNG Public Servants Netball Association in the Pan Pacific Masters Games, t…

Phys.org ·

Eighteen years of whale call research reveals key habitat of mysterious species

In a boost for the conservation of one of the world's most elusive and least-understood whale species, researchers analyzing more than 18 years of underwater ac…

SABC News ·

Bavuma puts Australia to the sword

The Proteas were in trouble early in the day at 110 for 6.

Perth Now ·

Poll bump for National as voting begins in NZ election

Overseas voters, including those in Australia, can begin casting ballots in New Zealand's election after the leaders squared off in their final debate.

BBC Sport ·

Bavuma epic drags SA back into Test - do they have time to beat Australia?

Captain Temba Bavuma drags South Africa back into their Test series against Australia but did his side bat on too long on day three?

Bloomberg ·

Lithium Miner PLS Markets $700 Million Bond in Expansion Push

PLS Group Ltd is returning to the US dollar bond market, braving a junk-debt selloff as the Australian lithium miner lines up investments to expand production.

The Guardian Sport ·

Australia on the back foot as Bavuma plays captain’s innings for South Africa

Magnificent 179 puts hosts in charge on day threeNic Maddison dismissed for a duck before close In the first Test in Durban, it was Australia’s lower order hang…

Phys.org ·

The road to discovery: DNA in the air maps biodiversity

Curtin University researchers have detected traces of hundreds of plants and animals by collecting DNA from the air as they drove more than 1,100km (684 miles) …

The Age ·

Most of WA’s mega-university merger panel have ties to this one university

The panel will present a business case on merging Curtin, Murdoch and the University of Western Australia into one mega-university.

Guardian Australia ·

Australian MP attacked with car: what we know so far – The Latest

A man has been charged after the Australian MP Helen Haines was allegedly attacked with a car outside her electorate office in the state of Victoria.Haines, who…

BBC Sport ·

Stembridge named England coach for 2027 Netball World Cup

England have appointed Anna Stembridge as their head coach through to the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney.

The Guardian Sport ·

Australia limp to 3-1 after South Africa post 425-9 on day three of men’s second Test – as it happened

Bavuma’s brilliant 179 launched South Africa to 425-9 declared before Rabada’s wicket late on reduced Australia to 3-1 at stumps on day three. 47th over: South …

Sky Sports ·

Bavuma's Test-best ton has South Africa in dominant position vs Australia

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma struck his Test-best score of 179 to see his side into a dominant position in the second Test against Australia, as they look …

Stuff NZ ·

Silver Ferns on the verge of extending long NZ winning streak against Australia

All you need to know for the second Constellation Cup test in Christchurch.

Stuff NZ ·

Inside Melbourne’s central Art Deco hotel with a surprisingly peaceful night’s sleep

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins combines Art Deco style, a central location and a surprisingly peaceful night’s sleep.

Inc Magazine ·

Why Sydney Sweeney Beats Zendaya in Search Interest—and What It Proves About Attention Economies

A single campaign pushes a star into the top ten, while steady craft builds a permanent floor. Inside the data behind two opposing personal brand playbooks.

Times of India ·

'Where are the fans?' Warner calls out lack of fans at South Africa-Australia Tests

David Warner is voicing alarm over the dismal attendance during the ongoing Test series between South Africa and Australia. Both teams hold the top two position…

Greek City Times ·

Australia to sue Meta, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube over under-16 social media ban

Australia’s government is preparing legal action against Meta, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube for allegedly failing to comply with its ban on social media account…

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