Recent articles from publications based in Australia.
PerthNowby Kaaren Morrissey18h ago
Scandal-hit KPMG rakes in billions, slashes jobs A major consultancy firm that has been under fire for practices in its audit business will cut its local workforce after being suspended from...
The Conversation Australiaby Philip Hulme, Distinguished Professor of Plant Biosecurity, Lincoln University, New Zealand19h ago
As Cabinet considers proposals to amalgamate regional authorities as part of its overhaul of local government, much of the discussion has focused on rate increases, roads and water infrastructure.
ABC News Australiaby Simon Smale19h ago
In short: Yomif Kejelcha has set a half-marathon world record with a time of 56 minutes, 51 seconds.
PerthNowby Wayne Cole19h ago
Shares flat in Asia before Iran sanctions news Share markets are flat in Asia and oil prices have eased as investors await details of threatened US sanctions on Iran due later in the session, while...
The Conversation Australiaby Tom Hartley, Lecturer in Health and Physical Education, University of Tasmania19h ago
This weekend, the AFL will unveil a first: a “wildcard round”. This round involves two matches to kick off the finals series, in the first change to the league’s finals format in 25 years.
ABC News Australiaby Liana Walker19h ago
In short: Housing advocacy group Everybody's Home has found renting a unit now costs more than half the median take-home pay of a single worker in every Australian capital city.
PerthNowby Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer19h ago
Ministers defend lobbyists as Canberra’s revolving door in spotlight Ministers insist lobbyists already face “very strict” rules as Canberra’s so-called revolving door comes under scrutiny.
PerthNowby Cameron Micallef19h ago
Ampol to pay huge dividend to shareholders as profits leap Surging fuel prices due to US President Donald Trump’s war with Iran has led to bumper profits for Australia’s largest petrol retailer.
ABC News Australiaby Nassim Khadem19h ago
Accounting firm KPMG says it will cut 27 partners and about 360 staff from its local arm, and revamp its structure as it grapples with lower revenue from lost contracts following the audit leaks...
PerthNowby Caitlyn Rintoul19h ago
Simon Peter Carman breaks silence from Thailand jail over alleged murder of teen Tunchanok Donhomla Accused Australian man Simon Peter Carman has broken his silence to the media from inside a...
ABC News Australiaby Zaarkacha Marlan19h ago
In short: A coroner has recommended changes to reporting standards following an inquest into the death of a French apprentice jockey in NSW.
ABC News Australia20h ago
In short: James Hird sent his congratulations to former teammate Mark McVeigh as speculation grows he will be the new Essendon coach.
PerthNowby Callum Godde20h ago
Fresh park search for gangland killing clues Police are combing a outer suburban park for clues after a deadly suspected underworld shooting.
PerthNowby Clementine Cuneo20h ago
The family of teenager Lily Hooper are calling for better bush safety education and emergency tracking devices for young people venturing into the bush, as they process the devastating loss of...
PerthNowby Chloe Maher20h ago
Bali nightmare as man diagnosed with eye-eating parasite after swimming in pool while wearing contact lenses A two-month holiday to Bali has left a British tourist facing an uncertain future for...
The Conversation Australiaby Fan Yang, Research Fellow at Melbourne Law School, The University of Melbourne20h ago
Amid all the talk about artificial intelligence (AI) both creating and destroying jobs, a troubling reality flies under the radar.
PerthNowby Sarah Spina-Matthews20h ago
Shark attack victim can 'finally see light' in recovery A young mother left in a coma after being mauled by a shark says she can finally see some light two months into her recovery.
ABC News Australiaby Sophie Johnson and Brooke Tindall20h ago
In short: Sugarcane farmers have been given two years to phase out their use of paraquat. The APVMA said the herbicide was found to put the health of birds foraging in treated areas at risk.
The Conversation Australiaby Marty Branagan, Associate Professor in Peace Studies, University of New England20h ago
As a child watching people from the roof of her Brisbane home, Valerie A. Brown, now in her nineties, noticed how “their actions did not match their stated ideals.” She dedicated her life to...
ABC News Australiaby Danielle Kutchel20h ago
In short: Gippsland Youth Spaces in Morwell has been providing a safe hub for vulnerable young people in the region for five years.
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