NewsAustraliaAustralian man charged with murder after dead girl found in suitcase in ThailandThe body of Tunchanok Donhomla, 17, was found discarded near a railway track on Saturday, police say.1 hr agoWorldAustralia to double maximum penalty for platforms in breach of social media banChildren under the age of 16 have been prevented from 10 key social media platforms in Australia since December 2025.1 day agoAustraliaTop Australian TV star to leave job after Tommy Robinson interview, reports sayKarl Stefanovic has helmed a popular breakfast TV show for the better part of two decades.4 days agoCultureBondi Beach shooting hero pleads not guilty to alleged assault on his fatherAhmed al Ahmed tackled one of the gunmen who killed 15 people at a Jewish event in December.5 days agoAustraliaCould you handle a 20-plus hour flight? Qantas is banking on itSome analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?2 days agoLondonAustralia and Paraguay play out draw which suits bothAustralia seal their passage to the last 32 and Paraguay are almost certain to join them after they share a drab draw in San Francisco which suits both sides.Independent MPs launch new Australian centrist party Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender say Community Strong Australia will offer citizens 'reason over rage'.4 days agoAustraliaFeatures & AnalysisRefugee who quit Bayern to create Aussie World Cup dreamNestory Irankunda was born as a refugee in Tanzania before becoming Australian record breaker with goal in victory over Turkey. Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictionsStars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.'It's like a decaying body': Australian farmers battle mouse plague Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.Alleged murder of Aboriginal girl highlights Australia's deep inequalitiesHer death has sparked outrage across Australia and intense debate about disparities in society.Australia has some of the world's costliest homes. Will scrapping tax breaks help?The government hopes reforms will help young people enter the market, while critics say it will stifle supply.Watch/ListenHow Aussies taught kids to stay safe in the sunIn 1981, Australia launched a fight against skin cancer with help from a yellow cartoon seagull and a catchy jingle.Would you choose to take a 22-hour non-stop flight?The BBC asked Sydney locals if they would take the newly announced, longest ever commercial flight from Sydney to London.How is Australia's under-16 ban working out?The BBC's Katy Watson investigates if it's still easy, or not, for Australian youngsters to get onto social apps.Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia?The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger. Latest updates1 day agoAustralia to double maximum penalty for platforms in breach of social media banChildren under the age of 16 have been prevented from 10 key social media platforms in Australia since December 2025.1 day ago4 days agoIndependent MPs launch new Australian centrist party Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender say Community Strong Australia will offer citizens 'reason over rage'.4 days ago5 days agoBondi Beach shooting hero pleads not guilty to alleged assault on his fatherAhmed al Ahmed tackled one of the gunmen who killed 15 people at a Jewish event in December.5 days ago5 days agoSydney woman wakes from induced coma more than a week after shark attackLeah Stewart, 34, had one of her arms amputated after she was bitten while swimming at Coogee Beach.5 days ago6 days agoSpider which uses spring trap to capture prey discovered in AustraliaResearchers say their hunting method - which allows them to prey on dangerous ants - is unprecedented.6 days ago6 days agoAustralia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN caseThe group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.6 days ago7 days agoLargest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunkerPolice seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.7 days ago20 Jun 2026Watch: World Cup fans react to US defeating Australia to reach knockout roundUS supporters were delighted after their team won 2-0 against the Socceroos while Australian fans were left disappointed but still hopeful.20 Jun 202620 Jun 2026Australia confirms first case of H5N1 bird flu as virus reaches every continentAustralia was previously the only continent where the H5N1 bird flu strain had not yet been found. 20 Jun 2026...
