Aust COVID-19 death toll surpasses 10,200
Australia's COVID-19 death toll has soared beyond 10,200 as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urges people to seek a fourth vaccine dose.
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Protesters set fire to Sri Lanka PM office
Sri Lanka Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's office has released a statement saying he is willing to step down to make way for an all-party government.
I’m still in shock over Abe: Albanese
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia has lost a true friend in slain former Japanese leader Shinzo Abe.
AOC pays special tribute to Shinzo Abe
The Australian Olympic movement has paid tribute to Shinzo Abe after the former Japanese prime minister was shot dead at a campaign event.
Sunak announces bid to replace UK PM
Rishi Sunak has thrown his hat into the ring to become the new leader of the Conservative party and the UK prime minister.
Abe’s body returns home as Japan grieves
The body of Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe has returned to Tokyo a day after he was fatally shot during a campaign speech.
Japan’s ex-PM Abe dies after shooting
Former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech in western Japan.
Japan’s ex-PM Abe shot, in grave condition
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has condemned the shooting of former leader Shinzo Abe, who is in a critical condition.
Wong meets with China’s foreign minister
Penny Wong has met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Bali, in the first talks between Australia and China in three years.
LNP vote on support for Qld nuclear plants
Queensland's Liberal National Party members are to set to vote on whether to support net zero, and to repeal laws preventing the construction of nuclear plants.
Voting rights, citizenship in Aus-NZ reset
New Zealanders living in Australia could soon be allowed to vote as part of an agreement discussed by prime ministers Anthony Albanese and Jacinda Ardern.
UK PM Boris Johnson resigns
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced his resignation, following a stream of resignations from his government.
UK looks to future after PM Johnson quits
Britain's Conservative Party hope to have a new leader in place by September, as candidates emerge to replace departing prime minister Boris Johnson.
High-level China-Aust meeting confirmed
In a sign of thawing relations, Penny Wong is set to meet her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Bali.
Jumps racing ban made law in SA
South Australia's parliament has passed legislation banning jumps racing in a move welcomed by animal welfare advocates.
Call for rental reform to address crisis
Anglicare wants all levels of government to address Australia's housing affordability crisis, as low-income earners are barred from the rental market.
Queensland Indigenous voice panel named
Eight Indigenous representatives have been appointed by the Queensland government to consult on the national Voice to Parliament.
Millions gain access to fourth COVID shot
More people have become eligible for a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose, with all Australians over the age of 30 now in line for a second booster injection.
UK PM clings on as resignation calls grow
A delegation of cabinet ministers have reportedly told UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to resign.
SA set to ban jumps racing
South Australia is set to ban jumps racing with the state Labor government to support a Greens bill before parliament.
Better care for Qld kids impacted by DV
The Qld government has pledged to do more for family members left behind when a loved one is lost, as part of sweeping reform targeting violence against women.
COVID boosters a matter of urgency: PM
State and territory health experts are considering whether to expand the availability of fourth vaccine doses as concerns rise over COVID-19 subvariants.
Big four banks pass on full rate rise
All four of Australia's largest lenders have increased variable home loan rates by 0.5 per cent following the RBA's decision to lift interest rates further.
UK PM on the brink as ministers quit
Two senior British cabinet ministers have resigned within minutes of each other, potentially spelling the end of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's leadership.
Liberals grapple with winning back women
Senior Liberals have advocated for gender quotas as a way to win back support for the party in the electorate following their defeat.
Further rate rise to hit family budgets
The Reserve Bank of Australia board lifted the official cash rate to 1.35 per cent, adding to cost pressures on households.
WA urged to ban all gay conversion therapy
Western Australia's government is being urged to ban the practice of gay conversion therapy in religious and non-healthcare settings.
Albanese walks among Ukraine destruction
Photos have emerged showing Anthony Albanese walking through streets in Ukraine, viewing damaged buildings and vehicles.
Drink-driving court date for Qld mayor
Police have issued a Queensland mayor with a notice to appear after allegedly returning a a blood alcohol test of 0.177 per cent.
Albanese ‘not responsible’ for subs deal
The relationship between Australia and France appears to have been fixed following a meeting between Emmanuel Macron and Anthony Albanese over a submarine deal.
Inquiry launched into Adelaide casino
South Australia's gambling regulator has launched an independent investigation into the operations of the Adelaide Casino.