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Australian author Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to possessing and distributing child exploitation material. His books will be permanently removed from public schools in Western Australia, and he is due back in court in July for sentencing.
Western Australia will scrap interim emissions reduction targets in favor of green export, carbon capture, and renewable energy goals, a move critics say could allow state emissions to rise. Premier Roger Cook defends the decision as part of the state's global decarbonization role, while climate advocates and Greens express concern.
Victoria's final budget before the November election projects a $1 billion operating surplus, but debt continues to climb, prompting criticism from experts and the opposition. The budget includes cost-of-living measures like car registration rebates and free public transport, alongside significant investments in health, education, and law and order.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to raise interest rates for the third consecutive time, with financial markets pricing in nearly an 80% chance of a hike. The decision comes as inflation jumps to 4.6%, driven largely by a spike in petrol prices amid escalating Middle East tensions, while mortgage holders and growers face mounting pressure.
An assistant minister expressed astonishment that a tobacco company testified privately to a parliamentary inquiry, while the government defended its tax measures including trust taxation and EV tax changes.
A Marine Rescue NSW vessel capsized in heavy conditions while responding to a yacht in distress off Ballina, northern NSW, on Monday evening. Three people died, including two volunteer rescuers, while four others reached shore. The search for survivors concluded after all were accounted for.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed the federal budget will not introduce a new tax on existing gas export contracts, dismissing the campaign for a levy as 'populist'. The decision comes amid concerns about alienating Asian energy partners, particularly Japan, which relies on Australian LNG. Advocates argue the existing PRRT fails to capture enough revenue from gas exporters.
The Australian government has announced changes to its electric vehicle fringe benefits tax exemption, extending support for cheaper models while winding back the discount for more expensive vehicles to save $1.7 billion over four years. The scheme, which has been highly popular and costly, is being reformed to focus on more affordable EVs.
Australia's federal royal commission has begun public hearings into the December Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15 people, with Jewish Australians testifying about a sharp rise in antisemitism they link to Middle East events and a growing sense of insecurity.
Queensland's Labor opposition has referred Premier David Crisafulli and ministers Amanda Camm and Tim Mander to the Crime and Corruption Commission over conflict of interest declarations related to the ministers' on-again, off-again relationship. The ministers maintain they followed the ministerial code of conduct, while the opposition alleges an 'integrity crisis' and demands release of integrity advice and management plans.
During a three-day visit to Canberra, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed multiple agreements to deepen cooperation on energy, defence, and critical minerals, including a joint declaration on economic security. The moves come amid shared concerns about economic coercion, China's growing power, and shifting US priorities in the region.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered his fifth federal budget, prioritizing housing tax reform, fiscal restraint, and targeted cost-of-living relief. The budget includes changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, a permanent $250 tax offset for workers, and a $35 billion savings package on the NDIS, while ruling out an immediate extension of the fuel excise cut.
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard harrowing personal accounts of antisemitism, including a 13-year-old girl who no longer feels safe being Jewish in Australia, a paramedic threatened with a knife, and a teenager bullied on Minecraft. The commission also faces controversy over its accepted definition of antisemitism and the exclusion of a Palestinian advocacy group.
Sam Kerr became Chelsea's all-time leading scorer in the Women's Super League, but a late Manchester City comeback, sparked by Mary Fowler, knocked Chelsea out of the FA Cup. The contrasting results highlight a weekend of high drama in women's football.
Recent polls and studies indicate that Pauline Hanson's One Nation is gaining unprecedented support, with her approval ratings surpassing those of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor. The party's rise is attributed to widespread pessimism about the economy, financial stress, and disillusionment with the major parties. Wealthy donors, including mining billionaire Gina Rinehart, are also shifting their allegiances, signaling a potential realignment in Australian politics.
Israel's air force expansion, including additional F-35 purchases and extensive combat operations since October 7, 2023, is positioning the nation as a major military power. The IDF reported dropping 135,000 bombs and performing thousands of evacuations, while analysts note regional wariness of Israel's growing capabilities.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best return for Newcastle as they host South Sydney, while St George Illawarra seek their first win of the season. ABC Sport previews the triple header, including team news and key milestones.
Mohamed Toure's move to Norwich City has been a stunning success, with 10 goals in 12 matches, as he prepares for his first World Cup with Australia. The article also covers Riley McGree's playoff push with Middlesbrough and Adrian Segecic's choice to play for Croatia.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Hanoi, signing six agreements with Vietnam focused on energy, critical minerals, and technology. Takaichi pledged $10 billion for energy security and set a target of $5 billion in annual investment, as both nations seek to diversify supply chains amid regional tensions.
South-east Australia experienced record-breaking May warmth over the weekend, with temperatures soaring 10–14°C above average in some areas, before a cold front and polar air mass are set to bring rain, thunderstorms, and a sharp drop in temperatures. The unseasonable heat was driven by a stalled high-pressure system, while drought conditions persist across NSW and other regions.