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Melbourne ranks third, Sydney fourth, and Adelaide eighth on the Global Liveability Index, making them among the world's most liveable cities. Adelaide receives particular recognition for its vineyards, beaches and stunning coastlines. Copenhagen holds the top position for the second consecutive year, achieving perfect scores in stability, education and infrastructure. See omnystudio.com/listener...

The University of Sydney's rocketry team won first place in two categories at the 2026 International Rocket Engineering Competition in Texas, the largest student rocketry event in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney has become Australia's most expensive capital for renters, with median weekly rent reaching $841 in June, representing a 1.5% increase over three months. Nationally, rental prices climbed 5.9% in the year to June 2026, outpacing household income growth. The surge is attributed to supply constraints and a slowing housing market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Snook has received two Emmy nominations for her work on All Her Fault, competing in the outstanding lead actress in a miniseries category against Claire Danes, Sally Field, Carey Mulligan and Sarah Pidgeon, while also earning recognition as a producer. The medical drama The Pit leads all programs with 25 nominations, followed by comedy series Hacks with 24 nominations. Nicole Kidman received...

Seven mysterious spherical objects have washed up on Forrest Beach north of Townsville, Queensland. Specialist scientific firefighters are investigating and securing the objects, which have been identified as hydrazine propellant containers - highly flammable fuel used in satellites. The initial six space balls were discovered over the weekend after a fisherman alerted authorities. See omnystudio....

A senator’s triple‑0 death claim has triggered a police visit and a political showdown — and she’s refusing to back down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians are living longer than previous generations, but three in five people now have at least one chronic condition, placing significant strain on quality of life and the healthcare system. Cancer, cardiovascular disease, mental health conditions and musculoskeletal conditions are the top drivers of chronic illness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two gunmen allegedly fired eight bullets at a home in Guildford, Sydney's west, targeting two brothers related to senior Alameddine crime gang member Ali Elmoubayed. The shooting occurred just before midnight while a family including young children were inside the property, though remarkably no one was injured. Police are searching for the suspects who fled in a white Audi, with the incident marki...

A 21-year-old Hampton Park man has been charged with culpable and dangerous driving after allegedly racing alongside a car that crashed on the South Gippsland Highway, killing a young man. A 20-year-old motorcycle rider is in serious condition after clipping the kerb and crashing into a brick wall in Gladesville, Sydney. A 17-year-old boy suffered serious head, chest and leg injuries after clingin...

The United States has conducted military strikes on Iran for a second consecutive day, with President Donald Trump describing the action as retribution for Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The US launched 80 strikes across three Iranian cities after Iran attacked three vessels, prompting Iranian officials to threaten American military bases and declare no US soldiers will return a...

A nationwide Telstra network outage that began at 4.30am caused widespread disruption across Australia, affecting emergency triple-zero calls, regional train services, and small business payment systems. Telstra's Chief Financial Officer Michael Ackland confirmed 639 welfare checks were conducted for failed emergency calls, with seven callers requiring assistance. The communications watchdog is in...

A Subaru crashed through the front of an Italian restaurant in Carlton, Sydney's south, just before midday after hitting a power pole and mounting the footpath. The driver and his female passenger in her 70s escaped with only minor injuries, while the restaurant owner witnessed tables flying as the vehicle smashed through the glass shopfront. The business will be closed for several days while emer...

South Australian Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle claims an elderly woman died after failing to connect to triple zero during a nationwide Telstra outage, but SA Police state they are not aware of any death related to the outage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil the Seal, a one-tonne southern elephant seal, has departed Seven Mile Beach in Tasmania after spending weeks there and becoming an internet sensation. His cheeky antics drew hundreds of daily visitors to the beach. Wildlife officials say his departure was expected, though he may appear at another Tasmanian beach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Play sand products sold in Australia contaminated with asbestos release hazardous airborne fibres when used, according to a new study by the Consumer Watchdog and the University of Auckland. The research found 90 per cent of contaminated samples released airborne fibres that could be inhaled by children. At least 22 products were recalled between November last year and May due to asbestos contamin...

Security guard Muhammad Taha, who confronted the Bondi Junction stabber and suffered life-threatening injuries while protecting others, received an award for courage at the state's Ambulance Awards in Orange. Paramedic Georgia Birrer was also honoured for her bravery during a triple murder response in Lake Cargelligo earlier this year. The pair joined almost a dozen other first responders recognis...

Ryan Cho, a 29-year-old trainee surgeon, has pleaded guilty to 13 charges after secretly filming female colleagues using toilets and showers at three Melbourne hospitals: the Austin Hospital, the Royal Melbourne, and the Peter McCallum Cancer Centre. Police discovered thousands of intimate photos and videos on his electronic devices after a hidden camera was found in a staff toilet. The case invol...

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed when American and Israeli forces bombed his compound at the start of the Iran War, with his son, Iran's current Supreme Leader, also present but not seen since. Authorities have located wreckage of a K2 Airways Boeing cargo plane in the Arabian Sea off Pakistan's coast, with five crew members still missing after the pilot reported navigation issues. See omnystudio...

Telstra faces scrutiny after a nationwide outage prevented 639 callers from reaching emergency services triple zero, prompting investigations by the communications watchdog and calls for compensation. The software defect, which began at 4:30am, disrupted transport networks, small businesses and payment systems across Australia. Police in Sydney have charged 11 people following a raid on an alleged...

The 2026 World Cup final will feature the tournament's first ever halftime show, with Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and K-pop band BTS performing an 11-minute musical extravaganza at New York's MetLife Stadium. The performance will be curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New flight paths are coming into effect in Sydney as Western Sydney Airport prepares to receive its first planes. The changes will impact aircraft routes into Kingsford Smith Airport, with residents in southern and western suburbs expected to experience increased aircraft noise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three separate properties in Melbourne's western suburbs were targeted in violent attacks overnight, including a shooting at a Kealba home where four bullets were fired into the front door while a family of five slept inside. A Keilor Downs home was firebombed with a Molotov cocktail just two days after being shot at in a drive-by attack, while two cars were set alight in Taylors Lakes. Police are...

Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout has withdrawn from the World Under 20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, after injuring his left hamstring during training in Brisbane. The 18-year-old athlete will focus on rehabilitation in the coming weeks and months, with plans to return to competition in 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Melbourne for an official visit, holding bilateral talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at Government House. The visit includes a joint public appearance at Marvel Stadium and a ceremonial welcome from the Governor, with Albanese emphasising Australia's economic engagement with India as it moves towards becoming the world's third largest eco...

James Dalamangas, one of Australia's most wanted fugitives, is being released from detention in Greece under strict conditions. The 56-year-old has evaded authorities for decades following the alleged fatal stabbing of George Giannopoulos outside a Sydney nightclub in 1999. A Greek court recently blocked his extradition to Australia to face murder charges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...