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Australia's interest rates are forecast to remain at a 15-year high until late 2027, with the country facing its longest period of weak economic growth since the 1990s recession. New global data reveals Australians are experiencing one of the sharpest declines in living standards among developed nations, driven by persistent inflation and a decade-long productivity malaise. Economists suggest solu...

Prince Harry has lost his High Court privacy case against the publisher of the Daily Mail, with all claims of spying and phone tapping dismissed. The judge ruled that while Harry's allegations were serious, he failed to prove any stories were obtained unlawfully. The devastating loss comes during Harry's first public engagement in London this week, overshadowing his charity work and any potential...

Thousands of Telstra customers across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland are experiencing a major mobile network outage, with many phones limited to emergency calls only. The telecommunications company has acknowledged the widespread service disruption affecting mobile calls and digital data connections across Australia's eastern seaboard. Telstra is investigating the issue and has advised c...

Australia's Skilled Migration Scheme places construction workers in the same priority tier as actors, dancers, animal trainers and economists, despite an ongoing housing crisis. Labor MP Amanda Rishworth defends the government's approach, citing a threefold increase in construction workers and fast-tracked skills recognition, while Opposition representative James criticises the lack of prioritisat...

China conducted a nuclear-capable missile test in the South West Pacific hours after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a historic defence pact with Fiji. Former Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo has questioned whether China had advance knowledge of the Prime Minister's trip, raising concerns about potential intelligence compromises. The Australian government has directly raised concerns wi...

State of Origin results significantly influence fan spending behaviour, with 23% of supporters likely to spend more if their team wins and 7% spending more after a loss. Research from ING shows fans attending the game spend an average of $371 on tickets, food, drinks and celebrations. Gen Z and millennials are particularly prone to emotion-driven spending during State of Origin matches. See omnyst...

U.S. President Donald Trump attends a NATO summit in Turkey, renewing calls for the U.S. to annex Greenland and criticising NATO member nations for refusing to support his military actions in Iran. European leaders aim to highlight their increased defence spending while Trump threatens to remove U.S. soldiers from Europe. The summit discussions focus on defence expenditure, U.S. troop presence in...

Werribee Park Mansion in Victoria is celebrating its 150th anniversary next year. The historic property features opulent rooms including a drawing room, dining room, and billiard room, with volunteers dressed in period costume portraying the Churnside family and their servants. Visitors can experience high tea and tours of the mansion, with staff sharing stories about the building's history and he...

Werribee Park Mansion in Victoria is celebrating its 150th anniversary next year. The historic property features opulent rooms including a drawing room, dining room, and billiard room, with volunteers dressed in period costume portraying the Churnside family and their servants. Visitors can experience high tea and tours of the mansion, with staff sharing stories about the building's history and he...

NRL player Jai Arrow has married his long-time partner Berina in an intimate Sydney ceremony, just months after his medical retirement due to motor neurone disease diagnosis. The South Sydney Rabbitohs are hosting a massive 31st birthday celebration for Arrow at Accor Stadium, featuring an attempt to break the world record for most people wearing party hats simultaneously, with The Wiggles perform...

China has conducted a test launch of a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean, with Australia receiving only two hours' notice before the test. The launch occurred near Australian waters, just hours after Australia signed a historic defence pact with Fiji. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles expresses deep concern about China's expanding mil...

China has conducted a test launch of a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean, with Australia receiving only two hours' notice before the test. The launch occurred near Australian waters, just hours after Australia signed a historic defence pact with Fiji. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles expresses deep concern about China's expanding mil...

Prince Harry has arrived in London for Invictus Games events but faces accommodation controversy after Buckingham Palace withdrew an offer to stay there, citing a missed RSVP deadline. Harry's representatives claim they were arranging security details when the palace reallocated his room. The Duke is in the UK without Meghan and their children, who remain at their European holiday home, while ongo...

From October, the Reserve Bank will change how banks make money from credit cards by eliminating surcharge fees and reducing interchange fees that fund rewards programmes. Banks are expected to scale back frequent flyer points earnings, reduce sign-on bonuses, potentially increase annual fees and interest rates, and introduce caps on points per dollar spent. Financial experts recommend reading ban...

Nathan Fitzgerald, a 27-year-old teacher and Epping Football Club player, has died after suffering a head injury during a match when he collided with a hard synthetic cover over a cricket pitch on a shared sporting ground in suburban Melbourne. The tragedy has prompted urgent calls for a review of safety measures on shared sporting grounds across Australia, with the club president advocating for A...

China test-fired a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine into the Pacific Ocean between Nauru and Tonga, providing Australia with only two hours' notice. The missile, fitted with a dummy warhead, was launched at 2:01pm East Coast time, within hours of Australia signing a defence pact with Fiji. This marks China's first such test in the Pacific since 2024, with the pre...

HSBC bank forecasts Australian house prices will fall up to 8% by the end of next year, describing current declines as only the beginning. The bank warns first home buyers against 'catching a falling knife', whilst lending conditions tighten with banks reducing loan approvals and cancelling pre-approvals. Economic uncertainty, rising unemployment and small business closures are creating confusion...

A viral video captures a near-collision between a cyclist and a toddler on what appears to be a shared pathway near Felons Brewery, sparking debate about responsibility. Panellists discuss whether the cyclist was travelling too fast or if the child's carers should have maintained closer supervision. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in shared pedestrian and cyclist spaces, with simil...

Australian households are maintaining their spending on takeaway food despite broader economic pressures, with fast food operators like Collins Food reporting strong growth. Recent ABS data shows consumers are shifting from expensive restaurant dining to more affordable quick service options, with Collins Food posting $1.25 billion in revenue over 12 months, up 8%. The trend reflects consumers see...

Donald Trump has admitted to calling FIFA President Gianni Infantino to successfully push for the overturn of a red card suspension for US forward Folarin Balogun ahead of a World Cup knockout match against Belgium. The unprecedented decision marks the first time since 1962 that FIFA has allowed a player to feature in a match they would have been suspended for following a red card. Belgium's FA ha...

iFly indoor skydiving facility at Essendon Fields offers wind tunnel flying experiences for people aged 3 to 103, with wind speeds reaching 160 kilometres per hour. The Phantom Flyers, a Melbourne-based team, are training at the facility for the National Championships in August. Instructors provide progression training from belly flying to advanced manoeuvres including back flying, head up, and he...

Queensland Police is launching a detective-led investigation protocol for every drink spiking incident reported in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley entertainment precinct. Hundreds of drink spiking incidents are recorded across Australia annually, but criminal proceedings remain rare as victims are often reluctant to report them. The new crackdown aims to demonstrate police commitment to victims and id...

Prince Harry is travelling to London alone after Meghan Markle and their children cancelled their visit due to security concerns, following the denial of taxpayer-funded police protection. Sources indicate the family may join Harry at an alternative UK location outside London, though Buckingham Palace has not been informed of any such plans. The Duke of Sussex's request for government-funded secur...

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has announced an expansion of the state's adult crime, adult time laws, introducing a breach bail, go direct to jail policy for young offenders accused of committing crimes while on bail. The policy has received support from victims' families, including relatives of grandmother Violene White who was killed by a teen who breached bail multiple times. Criminology...

A powerful weather system originating from a low pressure system near New Zealand's South Island is generating dangerous surf conditions along Queensland's coast. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued alerts for strong winds, extreme swell and hazardous surf with waves reaching up to four metres high. The Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Gari are facing several days of dangerous beach conditions with...