The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
UN condemns Israeli strikes
Israel's attack on Lebanon continues, with strikes in central Beirut killing at least 22 people. In the country's south, two United Nations peacekeepers have been injured, drawing condemnation from the UN.
10/11/2024 • 25 minutes, 14 seconds
Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida
The US President Joe Biden has described it as 'the storm of the century', Hurricane Milton has made landfall in Florida.
10/10/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Australians reveal dangerous journey from Lebanon
There have been emotional scenes at Australian airports today with more Australians touching down safely, after fleeing Lebanon.
10/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Reflecting on a year in Gaza
A Gazan resident reflects on a year of fighting.
10/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Remembering October 7
Ceremonies are being held across Australia to mark the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack; One year on. You'll hear from the mother of an Israeli hostage being held in Gaza.
10/7/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Vacuum robots spying on Australians
The robot vacuum cleaners that can be hacked from a distance, sharing video from inside Australian homes.
10/4/2024 • 25 minutes, 16 seconds
US Israel relationship under pressure
Ties between Israel and the US coming under strain as Israel pushes ahead with its military campaign, despite calls for restraint.
10/3/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Israel promises response to Iran attack
Iran has launched an estimated 180 Ballistic missiles at Israel overnight, sending thousands into bomb shelters across the country.
10/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Israel launches ground operation in Lebanon
Israel's defence force says it has started a ground operation in southern Lebanon. The operation has been described as limited and localised, including raids on Hezbollah terrorist targets.
10/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 14 seconds
Calls for visas to be cancelled over Hezbollah protests
The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has been left in turmoil after the killing of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut.
9/30/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
The ACCC narrows focus in supermarkets investigation
Australia's consumer watchdog the ACCC says it's been overwhelmed by the feedback from Australian shoppers, as it investigates the nation's highly concentrated supermarket sector.
9/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Data reveals supermarket price gap
As the customer backlash against Coles and Woolworths intensifies, consumer group Choice has released new data showing the gap in prices from one chain to another.
9/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Labor won't rule out changes to negative gearing
Is Labor considering fresh reforms for negative gearing, ahead of the next election?
9/25/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Death toll rises after Israel strikes Lebanon
The death toll in Lebanon has risen rapidly, as a deadly wave of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah militants intensifies.
9/24/2024 • 25 minutes, 23 seconds
ACCC sues supermarkets over 'misleading prices'
Australia's supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles are being taken to court for allegedly misleading consumers about the prices of hundreds of product.
9/23/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Mass bombings heighten Middle East tensions
The fallout from a series of mobile device bombings in the Middle East is growing as Israel and Hezbollah launch further strikes.
9/20/2024 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Unemployment steady at 4.2 per cent
Australia's jobs market continues to show remarkable resilience in the wake of 13 Reserve Bank interest rate hikes since May of 2022, with the unemployment rate for August steady at 4.2 per cent.
9/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Exploding Hezbollah pagers injure thousands
Old-school paging devices used by members of the militant group Hezbollah have exploded across Lebanon and Syria.
9/18/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Details emerge over apparent Trump assassination
Political tensions are high in the US, a day after the apparent attempted assassination of Donald Trump at his golf course in Florida.
9/17/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
FBI investigates second Trump assassination attempt
Former US president Donald Trump appears to have been the target of a second assassination attempt at a golf course in Florida.
9/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Robodebt public servants breached code
A new report into the illegal robodebt scheme has found that twelve public servants, including former department heads breached their code of conduct 97 times.
9/13/2024 • 27 minutes, 12 seconds
Defence officers stripped of awards
Distinguished service awards have been stripped from current and former Australian commanders, over alleged war crimes that happened under their command in Afghanistan.
9/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
US Presidential debate underway
A high stakes showdown, the US Presidential debate kicks off in Philadelphia, Kamala Harris meets Donald Trump head to head for the first and possibly last time in this election campaign.
9/11/2024 • 24 minutes, 20 seconds
PM backs social media ban for children
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
9/10/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Families demand action on veteran suicide
The key findings from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide will be handed down today, what do veterans and their families hope to see?
9/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
$4.7 billion to tackle domestic violence
Federal, state and territory governments outline more plans to stop domestic violence, but will their strategies work to protect women and children?
9/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
$4.7 billion to tackle domestic violence
Federal, state and territory governments outline more plans to stop domestic violence, but will their strategies work to protect women and children?
9/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Labor veteran Bill Shorten to retire from politics
Labor frontbencher Bill Shorten has announced his retirement, after almost two decades in politics.The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme led the Labor Party for six years in Opposition.
9/5/2024 • 25 minutes, 11 seconds
GDP data shows slowing economic growth
The Australian economy is stuck in a rut with GDP growth in the three months to June at just 0.2 per cent.
9/4/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Tasmanians assess wild weather damage
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
9/3/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Wild weather batters south-east Australia
The severe weather lashing the country's south-east has turned deadly, with a woman killed in on the NSW-Victoria border, as parts of Tasmania brace for flooding.
9/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Government backflips on census question
The Federal Government has backed down on its decision to exclude a new question about sexual orientation in the next census.
8/30/2024 • 25 minutes, 16 seconds
Paralympics underway in Paris
The Paralympic games are officially underway in Paris.They've kicked off with an explosion of colour, music and dance in a three-hour opening ceremony staged in the heart of the French capital.
8/29/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Australians losing billions in missing super
Australians are missing out on billions of dollars in unpaid super, according to a new analysis. Data shows one in four Australians aren't getting their legal entitlements.
8/28/2024 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Tradies join national protests
Tens of thousands of CFMEU members hit the streets, protesting the decision to place the union into administration.
8/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Hezbollah-Israel launch major attacks
A dramatic rise in tensions between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah has raised concerns about an all-out war.
8/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Kamala Harris accepts Democratic nomination
The Democratic National Convention is ending on a high with Kamala Harris officially accepting the Democratic nomination, but strategists warn the race remains wide open.
8/23/2024 • 25 minutes, 12 seconds
Missile factory to be built in NSW
A new long-range missile factory will be built in Newcastle, in a joint partnership between the Federal Government and a Norwegian defence company.
8/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Fed Govt cracks down on poor parliamanet behaviour
A long-awaited response to a toxic workplace culture in the Federal Parliament.
8/21/2024 • 25 minutes, 19 seconds
RBA reveals tight call on interest rates
The Reserve Bank reveals it narrowly left the cash rate on hold earlier this month, warning it would consider another rate hike, if inflation rises.
8/20/2024 • 25 minutes, 17 seconds
Labor MP breaks ranks on gambling reform
Internal strain within the federal government has broken into the open with backbencher Mike Freelander saying it's being "pummelled" by lobbyists.
8/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Breakdancer Raygun speaks after viral Paris performance
The Australian breakdancer has called for privacy after her performance at the Olympics received global attention.
8/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Unemployment rises to 4.2 per cent
Unemployment is up, despite a record number of Australians finding work. What does this say about the economy?
8/15/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Hero's welcome for Paris Olympians
They were weighed down by gold, silver and bronze, but the aeroplanes carrying Australia's triumphant Olympic heroes have touched down on home soil.
8/14/2024 • 25 minutes, 18 seconds
Wage growth up, what does this mean for interest rates?
New figures show Australian workers' pay packets continued to grow above inflation despite some some easing in the jobs market.
8/13/2024 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds
The price of Australia's Olympic success
The curtain has closed on Australia's record breaking performance at the Paris Games. As organisers look ahead to Brisbane 2032, what funding will be needed to ensure our continued success?
8/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Medals flow for Australia in Paris
Australia's Olympic medal tally is still growing in Paris, with kayaking, open water swimming and boxing success overnight
8/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Australia smashes Olympic medal record
The Paris Olympics are now officially Australia's best games ever, after spectacular performances delivered four gold medals and two bronze in a record-breaking day of competition.
8/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Arisa Trew Australia's youngest gold medallist
A teenager from the Gold Coast has skated her way into Olympic history, becoming Australia's youngest gold medallist.
8/7/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Sell-off eases ahead of rates decision
A day after billions of dollars were wiped from the Australian sharemarket, financial tensions have eased for now. But it's unclear what the rest of the week will hold.
8/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Terror threat raised to 'probable'
Australia's official terror alert level has been raised to 'probable', amid heightened community tensions over the war in Gaza.
8/5/2024 • 24 minutes, 53 seconds
Russia prisoner swap raises questions
As a big prisoner swap between Russia and the West secures the freedom of 24 people, what does it signal to rogue nations about hostage diplomacy?
8/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 20 seconds
Matildas crash out of Paris Olympics
The Matildas have crashed out of the Paris Olympics after a 2-1 loss to the United States.
8/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Inflation rose in June quarter
There's further evidence that cost-of-living pressures are intensifying for millions of Australians. Official figures show inflation for the three months to June rose 3.8 per cent, up from 3.6 per cent in the March quarter.
7/31/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Rex uncertainty triggers wider aviation concerns
Up in the air. Questions over the future of Rex Airlines spark concern about Australian aviation.
7/30/2024 • 25 minutes, 7 seconds
NSW plan to end 'no-fault' evictions
Renters in New South Wales could be granted new rights under legislation going to the state parliament next month. Analysts say it "shifts the balance of power" to tenants, but will it improve housing affordability?
7/29/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
US Vice President Kamala Harris shifts language on Gaza
US Vice President Kamala Harris has hinted at how she might shift American policy towards Israel, if she becomes president.
7/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
US President Joe Biden addresses public
US president Joe Biden says he's passing the torch to a new generation by bowing out of this year's election.
7/25/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in the US
The Israeli Prime Minister will be meeting with President Joe Biden and the likely Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, who analysts say has an opportunity to reposition her country's approach to the conflict in Gaza.
7/24/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Kamala Harris rallies her supporters in Delaware
Kamala Harris has given her first public remarks since Joe Biden dropped out of the US presidential race and endorse her to run in his place.
7/23/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Joe Bidens drops out and backs Kamala Harris
After weeks of mounting pressure, President Joe Biden has dropped out of the race for re-election against Donald Trump.
7/22/2024 • 24 minutes, 57 seconds
Will US President Joe Biden drop out of the presidential race?
There's unconfirmed speculation that Joe Biden is planning to announce that he's dropping out of the presidential race this weekend.
7/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Labor's national executive suspends CFMEU political donations
Labor's national executive's has suspended political donations from the construction arm of the CFMEU.
7/18/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Administrator to take control of embattled CFMEU
The Federal Government will appoint an independent administrator to take control of the construction union, the CFMEU.
7/17/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Trump makes first appearance since assasination attempt
Two days after surviving an assassination attempt, Donald Trump has named JD Vance as the Republican nominee for Vice President.
7/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
US President Joe Biden calls for calm
US President Joe Biden has called on Americans to lower the temperature of political debate, after the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump.
7/15/2024 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
Brisbane couple charged with espionage offences
An Australian Defence Force member and her husband have been charged with preparing for an espionage offence.
7/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Alice Springs curfew ends
Authorities have decided not to request an extension of a snap curfew for Alice Springs.
7/11/2024 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds
Survey finds one-in-five Australians admits to perpetrating sexual violence
One-in-five Australians admits to perpetrating sexual violence, in new figures from the Australian Institute of Criminology.
7/10/2024 • 25 minutes, 23 seconds
PM announces envoy to address anti-Semitism
The Prime Minister has announced the appointment of a new anti-Semitism envoy in Australia.
7/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds
France celebrates after surprise election swing
France's far right has been thwarted in the country's run-off parliamentary election, with a coalition from the left expected to win the most seats.
7/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds
Britons have voted to choose their next Government - What could it mean for its international relationships and for Australia?
Britain's Labour party is on course for a landslide victory, ending 14 years of conservative government.
7/5/2024 • 25 minutes, 9 seconds
The $2 billion top secret cloud
Top secret Australian military and intelligence information will soon be stored on a computing cloud, in a $2 billion partnership with American company Amazon web services.
7/4/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Retail sales rise despite rate hikes
Official figures show retail sales rose 0.6 per cent in May, and are up 1.7 per cent compared with May last year.
7/3/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
The political fallout of US immunity ruling
The US Supreme Court has granted former President Donald Trump substantial immunity from prosecution.
7/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
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7/1/2024 • 24 minutes, 55 seconds
Donald Trump and Joe Biden face off in US election debate
Joe Biden and Donald Trump go head-to-head in the first US presidential debate of the campaign ahead of the vote in November.
6/28/2024 • 26 minutes, 14 seconds
Julian Assange in Australia as a free man
Julian Assange is spending his first full day in Australia since 2010 as a free man after touching down in Canberra last night.
6/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 23 seconds
Julian Assange expected home in Australia later today
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has appeared in court in Saipan, as part of his plea deal with the US and is now expected back home in Australia later today.
6/26/2024 • 24 minutes, 47 seconds
US plea deal for Wikileaks Julian Assange
Wiki leaks founder Julian Assange released from prison in the UK, after reportedly accepting a US plea deal.
6/25/2024 • 25 minutes, 40 seconds
Albanese government recruits prominent Lib to Climate Change Authority
As the nuclear debate ramps up in federal parliament, in a surprise move the Albanese Government has appointed prominent Liberal Matt Kean to lead the nation's statutory body on climate policy.
6/24/2024 • 24 minutes, 45 seconds
Demand for food charity services surges
The cost of living crisis has seen a surge in demand for food charities across the country in the past 12 months.
6/21/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Community backlash over Coalition's nuclear plan
The federal coalition has a hard job ahead selling its nuclear power plan, with local communities expressing shock and anger at the announcement.
6/20/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Coalition names its preferred sites for nuclear power plants
The Federal Coalition unveils its long-awaited nuclear policy, naming sites for future power plants, without providing detail on what it will cost.
6/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Reserve Bank decision on interest rates
The Reserve Bank considers whether to keep rates on hold at 4.35 per cent.
6/18/2024 • 25 minutes, 41 seconds
Protests and scuffles as Chinese Premier visits Canberra
China's Premier Li Qiang visits Canberra, prompting protests and scuffles outside Parliament House.
6/17/2024 • 25 minutes, 41 seconds
The minority affecting young men online
A new report has found a small number of harmful voices are drowning out the helpful ones when it comes to conversations about masculinity online.
6/14/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Unemployment drops despite weak economic growth
Despite weak economic growth Australia's unemployment rate has fallen 0.1 per-cent to four per cent. The ABS says it reflects more people than usual starting a new job in May.
6/13/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
AI used to maniputlate photos of school girls
A boy arrested after at least 50 girls from a Victorian school had their pictures manipulated to make nude photos.
6/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Gaza ceasefire proposal gets big boost
The US President Joe Biden's proposal for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has received a significant boost. The UN Security Council has voted for a resolution that backs the terms of the proposed agreement.
There's political upheaval in Israel in the wake of the hostage rescue operation that freed four Israelis at a cost of 274 Palestinian lives, according to Gazan health authorities.
6/10/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
New direction to close migration loophole
After weeks of mounting pressure Immigration Minister Andrew Giles announces new legal guidance replacing Direction 99, that allowed convicted criminals to stay in Australia.
6/7/2024 • 25 minutes, 20 seconds
30-year study reveals crucial life-shaping factors
Australian researchers have followed 160 people from babies to adults to unpack the key elements that shape our lives.
6/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Growth stalls as rate hikes bite
The Australian economy has stalled, growing by 0.1 per cent from January to March, and 1.1 per cent percent over the year according to the latest figures.
6/5/2024 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds
$300k speech writer highlights labour shortage pain
As the economy struggles with labour shortages, the federal government comes under fire over a $300,000-a-year speech writer.
6/4/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Minimum wage up 3.75 per cent
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
6/3/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Trump conviction deepens America's divisions
Donald Trump has become the first current or former US President in history to be convicted of a crime.
5/31/2024 • 25 minutes, 17 seconds
Pressure builds on Immigration Minister
Minister Andrew Giles is resisting pressure to stand down, saying there's more work to be done, as the opposition accuses him of being "asleep at the wheel" over the detainee crisis.
5/30/2024 • 25 minutes, 38 seconds
WA shooting fuels calls for independent investigation
Leaders speak out following powerful testimony from a distressed daughter who says she repeatedly raised the alarm about her dangerous father before he murdered two women in Western Australia.
5/29/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
'Horrific, unacceptable' Australia condemns Rafah strikes
Australia has joined a global chorus of condemnation of an Israeli airstrike on the Gazan city of Rafah.
5/28/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Rafah
Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 35 people and wounded dozens more at a camp in the southern Gazan city of Rafah, the IDF says it was targeting a Hamas compound but aid groups claim it was a camp for the displaced.
5/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Singapore Airlines apologises to hurt passengers
The airline's CEO has personally reached out to passengers severely injured when one of their aircraft hit turbulence.
5/24/2024 • 24 minutes, 57 seconds
French President arrives in New Caledonia
French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in New Caledonia to seek a political solution to deadly violence that's rocked the territory.
5/23/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
One dead, dozens injured in turbulence incident
A man has died and dozens have been injured onboard a Singapore Airlines flight, which plunged several thousand feet after hitting turbulence.
5/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Shock over Telstra job cuts
Telstra announces plans to sack up to 2,800 workers, as it overhauls its operations.
5/21/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Search continues for Iranian President's helicopter
A search continues in difficult terrain after the crash of a helicopter carrying the President of Iran.
5/20/2024 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
'Trickery': DV services slam Federal Budget
Women's shelters and legal centres say the Federal Budget has failed to deliver the funding needed to curb rising demand.
5/17/2024 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Unemployment rate rises to 4.1pc
Australia's headline unemployment rate to 4.1 per cent in April, up 0.2 percentage points from March.
5/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
Government's Budget balancing act
The Federal Government tries to provide cost of living relief, without adding to inflation.
5/15/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Bail overhaul to combat DV
Major changes to New South Wales laws making it harder for people accused of domestic violence offences to get bail.
5/14/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Could SA ban children from social media?
South Australia considers banning children under 14 years-old from accessing the platforms.Could it work nation-wide?
5/13/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Parliament to probe social media companies
The Federal Government launches a new parliamentary probe into social media to boost online safety. Can it rein in the power of the tech giants?
5/10/2024 • 25 minutes, 19 seconds
US nears 'red line' in Gaza
The US President Joe Biden is nearing his red line with Israel, saying he'll stop shipments of American weapons if Israel launches a full-scale invasion of Rafah.
5/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Israel seizes Gaza border crossings
The United Nations and aid groups sound the alarm over Israel's seizure of two main border crossings into Gaza.
5/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Israel strikes Rafah, rejects ceasefire
Israel launches airstrikes on the southern Gazan city of Rafah as it rejects a ceasefire deal.
5/7/2024 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
Missing surfers found dead in Mexico
The parents of Australian surfers Callum and Jake Robinson have made the heartbreaking journey to Mexico, where they've formally identified the bodies of their sons.
5/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Arrests over missing Australian surfers in Mexico
Three people arrested after the disappearance of Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson in Mexico.
5/3/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Campaigners urge more action on domestic violence
Advocates have welcomed the Prime Minister's allocation of almost a billion dollars in funding for domestic and family violence victims but some campaigners say more urgent action is needed.
5/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
$900 million pledge to DV survivors
The Federal Government will spend more than $925 million on financial assistance to help victim/survivors flee violent relationships.
5/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Australia's $1bn bet on quantum computing
Australia bets bold on quantum computing, with a billion-dollar government plan to build the first commercial quantum computer.
4/30/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Thousands rally over gendered violence crisis
National Cabinet to hold urgent talks this week about the need for action to crack down on men's violence towards women, following major rallies across the country.
4/29/2024 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Harvey Weinstein has major court victory
New York's highest court has overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, in a blow to the Me Too movement.
4/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Australia remembers its ANZACs
Thousands gather for ANZAC Day dawn services and marches across the country.
4/25/2024 • 25 minutes, 38 seconds
Domestic violence 'crisis' sparks bail review
Federal Minister for Women Katy Gallagher says the rate of violence against women is a crisis as NSW flags a review of bail laws.
4/24/2024 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
PM Albanese slams 'arrogant' Elon Musk
A showdown is looming between the Federal Government and tech billionaire Elon Musk, over a confronting video of a stabbing at a Sydney church.
4/23/2024 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Campaign for job-sharing in Federal Parliament
Two independent candidates propose sharing a seat in Federal Parliament. But is it workable and is it legal?
4/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Bedside hearing for teen facing terror charge
The teenager who allegedly stabbed a Sydney bishop faces a bedside hearing charged with terrorism.
4/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Bondi Westfield reopens as Sydney reels
Bondi Junction shopping centre opens its doors for the first time, after a mass stabbing attack on the weekend.
4/18/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Calls for social media crackdown after Sydney stabbing
Social media companies urged to crack down on misinformation, after false details are spread in the wake of stabbing attacks in Sydney.
4/17/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Sydney church stabbing a terrorist incident
A stabbing at a Sydney church is declared a terrorist incident, as leaders denounce 'religious extremism'
4/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Sydney mourns Bondi stabbing
Sydney in mourning. Tributes to the six people who died in the stabbing attack at Bondi Junction, as Police try to piece together what motivated the killer.
4/15/2024 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds
How OJ Simpson changed America
OJ Simpson made his name on the football field and the big screen, but his trial and subsequent acquittal for double murder shot him to global infamy. It also shone a light on race relations in the United States.
4/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Whistleblower's damning child removal claim
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
4/11/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Australia considers Palestinian statehood
The Australian Government considers recognising Palestinian statehood. How would this major foreign policy shift play out on the world stage?
4/10/2024 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
AUKUS prepares to welcome Japan
The AUKUS alliance is getting ready to welcome Japan into the fold. It's a move that has China on edge, and other nations watching closely.
4/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Australian adviser to oversee Gaza investigation
The Australian Government appoints a special adviser as fallout from the deaths of seven aid workers in Gaza grows;
4/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 19 seconds
Israel completes investigation of aid workers' deaths
Israel has briefed the Federal government on its investigation into the deaths of seven foreign aid workers in Gaza, including Australian Zomi Frankcom.
4/5/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Albanese slams Israel's explanation for aid attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Israel's explanation for killing seven aid workers is insufficient and unacceptable.
4/4/2024 • 25 minutes, 41 seconds
Outrage over Gaza deaths grow
A global chorus of condemnation over the deaths of aid workers in Gaza as the Prime Minister tells Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu that Australians are outraged by the death of Zomi Frankcom.
4/3/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Australian killed in Gaza
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
4/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Protests in Israel, calling for ceasefire
Protesters have taken to the streets of Israel, calling for an end to the Prime Ministership of Benjamin Netanyahu.
4/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Alice Springs a 'tinderbox' over community unrest
Alice Springs leaders think a two-week youth curfew imposed by the NT Government will give the town some temporary relief from crime. There are concerns that it will bring more children in contact with the justice system.
3/28/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Six presumed dead after US bridge collapse
A major US bridge collapses in seconds, with engineers asking why it didn't have more protection in a busy harbour.
3/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
ATO debt collection labelled 'Robotax'
A scathing review of the tax office calls on government agencies to act more fairly when they chase people for debts.
3/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds
Royal cancer diagnosis highlights worrying trend
Princess Catherine's cancer revelation is part of a growing cohort of younger people to be diagnosed and a timely reminder about the importance of early detection.
3/25/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Principals demand help with school violence
School principals are calling for more support and policy intervention to help tackle the issue of violence in schools, with research showing principals are seeing the highest levels of violence, threats and bullying in more than a decade.
3/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 19 seconds
Unemployment falls in strong jobs market
There's better than expected news in this month's jobs figures. As many as 116,000 Australians moved back into work in February.
3/21/2024 • 25 minutes, 38 seconds
Trump: Ambassador Rudd 'not the brightest'
Donald Trump labels former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd "not the brightest bulb" and a "little bit nasty", casting a shadow on US Australia relations.
3/20/2024 • 26 minutes, 5 seconds
Supermarket break-up considered
As the cost of living crisis continues, the Nationals are backing a move by the Greens to potentially break-up Coles and Woolworths.
3/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Inquiry reveals 'horror' child removal stories
A South Australian inquiry into the removal of First Nations children unearths horror stories of newborns taken from their mothers in hospital.
3/18/2024 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds
More Palestinians stranded by visa cancellations
More cases are emerging of Palestinians who've had their Australian visas cancelled at the last minute.
3/15/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Palestinian's visas cancelled
Some Palestinians who've managed to flee Gaza have had their temporary Australian visas cancelled, leaving them stranded in other countries.
3/14/2024 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Family missing in flooded WA outback
The Federal Government promises to double funding for schools in the Northern Territory, in an effort to close the gap for Indigenous students.
3/13/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Aged care taskforce sparks concern
As the so-called 'grey wave' of ageing boomers hits the economy, a major review into the aged care sector says wealthy Australians should pay more for care.
3/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Royal turmoil over 'manipulated' photo
Roughly 500 so-called nuisance tariffs will be scrapped to unshackle businesses from compliance burdens and reduce prices for consumers.
3/11/2024 • 24 minutes, 35 seconds
Emergency aid mission to Gaza
As conditions in Gaza continue to worsen, the United States is planning to get more aid to the territory via the sea.
3/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Super boost to improve gender equality
A super boost for mums and dads, as the Federal Government promises to add contributions to paid parental leave.
3/7/2024 • 24 minutes, 57 seconds
Australia's economic growth slows
The latest GDP figures show the economy continued to expand in the December quarter - but only just - amid the biggest dive in living standards in half a century.
3/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
Sam Kerr charges stun soccer world
Shock as women's star and Matildas captain Sam Kerr is charged with a racially aggravated offence involving a police officer in the UK.
3/5/2024 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds
Surcharges cost Australians $1bn
Australians spend nearly $1 billion a year in card surcharges, now the RBA is cracking its whip and wants costs cut for consumers.
3/4/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Dozens killed in Gaza aid tragedy
Dozens dead and many injured after a crowd storms an aid convoy. Witnesses say Israeli soldiers fired towards the crowd. Israel blames a stampede.
3/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Spy scandal descends on Canberra
A former Australian politician is accused of selling out to foreign interests. Are there enough checks and balances?
2/29/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Victorians on bushfire alert
More than 30,000 Victorians in the state's west have urged to leave their homes ahead of catastrophic fire conditions.
2/28/2024 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Which companies have the biggest gender pay gap?
Underpaid and unimpressed. Australian women react to a list revealing the gender pay gap among the nation's top employers.
2/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Police search for missing Sydney couple widens
The search for the bodies of Sydney couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies continues, with police alleging an angle grinder and weights were bought after their disappearance.
2/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Missing Persons investigations in two states dominate headlines
Missing persons investigations in two states dominate the headlines with an apparent breakthrough in the investigation into what happened to Ballarat mum Samantha Murphy, while in New South Wales a man has turned himself in to police in as they investigate the disappearance of two Sydney men.
2/23/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Qantas profits slide
Qantas' half-year profits fell by 13 per cent, with new CEO Vanessa Hudson promising better service as she works to rebuild the airline's reputation.
2/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Woolworths boss checks out
With supermarket giants under the microscrope over alleged price gouging, Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci announces his retirement;
2/21/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Supermarket specials 'misleading'
Shoppers aren't happy with the way major supermarkets are displaying their prices.
2/20/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Pressure builds over supermarket pricing
With major supermarkets once again under the microscope over pricing, what reforms would help lower grocery bills?
2/19/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Swift mania peaks in Melbourne
Thousands of Taylor Swift fans are counting down the hours to what's expected to be the superstar's largest concerts ever.
2/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Veterans threaten lawsuit over privacy breaches
Veterans are planning a class action, after thousands of medical files were shared without their consent.
2/15/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Rafah in crisis as Israeli forces gather
Australian UN worker says conditions in Rafah are dire ahead of an expected Israeli invasion.
2/14/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Catastrophic fire conditions in Victoria
Fires are burning in regional Victoria during the worst bushfire conditions since Black Summer.
2/13/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Ex-spy boss uncovers offshore detention drama
The former ASIO chief finds companies linked to suspected corruption, bribery and drug smuggling handed contracts to run offshore processing.
2/12/2024 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Biden defiant over memory as Trump battles courts
Donald Trump fights to stay on the election ballot as President Biden defends his mental capacity.
2/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Calls for calm as Queensland community mourns
The daughter of a Queensland grandmother who was allegedly stabbed to death speaks out over fears of vigilantism.
2/8/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Undercover inspectors target shonky rentals
As the rental market continues to tighten, consumer advocates go undercover to expose dodgy rentals
2/7/2024 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
King's cancer raises royal family questions
King Charles steps back as he starts cancer treatment, how will the monarchy respond.
2/6/2024 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Ben Roberts-Smith appeal begins
The next stage of Ben Roberts-Smith's long running defamation case underway in the Federal Court.
2/5/2024 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds
'No evidence' of anti-semitic chant at Sydney rally
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
2/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Negotiating the Stage 3 tax cuts
The Albanese Government stares down demands from the crossbench over support for the Stage 3 cuts.
2/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Inflation drop sparks rate cut debate
The outlook for interest rate cuts receives a major boost, with evidence inflation is rapidly slowing.
1/31/2024 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Flash flooding hits Queensland
Torrential rain causes havoc across Queensland's south-east with homes and businesses swamped.
1/30/2024 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Childcare sector 'failing' vulnerable families
A consumer watchdog inquiry into childcare finds market forces are failing lower income.
1/29/2024 • 24 minutes, 47 seconds
Debate over Australia Day escalates
Rallies underway across Australia, as debate intensifies over the date and purpose of Australia's national day.
1/26/2024 • 24 minutes, 41 seconds
Tax cuts 'put people before politics'
The Prime Minister says he's breaking his promise for the right reasons over Stage 3 tax cuts.
1/25/2024 • 24 minutes, 57 seconds
Labor poised to alter Stage 3 tax cuts
Cost of living relief or a broken promise? We'll look at Labor's stage 3 tax cut shake-up, and hear what taxpayers think.
1/24/2024 • 24 minutes, 49 seconds
PM hints at tax cut tweaks
The Federal Government is under pressure to give lower-income earners a break and revisit tax cuts for higher earners.
1/23/2024 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
Notorious killer detective dies aged 83
The Federal Government signs new gas deals, to bolster supply for the east coast. But is it enough?
1/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 5 seconds
Supermarkets under fire
Pressure mounts on Australian supermarkets with the Queensland Government launching the latest inquiry into prices.
1/19/2024 • 24 minutes, 40 seconds
Penny Wong continues calls for peace
The Israel-Gaza war continues to spill across borders, but is Australia doing all it can to help stabilise the region?
1/18/2024 • 24 minutes, 51 seconds
Alarm at spiralling school costs
The Foreign Minister Penny Wong continues her Middle East trip, renewing calls for the release of hostages in Gaza and raising concerns about the devastating humanitarian toll from the war.
1/17/2024 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
Trump leads as Iowa votes
Voters brave icy conditions in the Iowa caucus with Trump a heavy favourite to win.
1/16/2024 • 24 minutes, 55 seconds
Penny Wong faces pressure on Middle East trip
The Foreign Minister Penny Wong flies to the Middle East as fall out from the Gaza war spills across borders, amid calls for Australia to commit more resources to help contain the conflict.
1/15/2024 • 24 minutes, 42 seconds
US, UK launch strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen
Western strikes target more than a dozen sites in Yemen controlled by the Iranian-backed rebel group the Houthis, who have been disrupting global shipping.
Property prices in the Queensland capital have soared by 50% since the pandemic, with new data showing Brisbane is now Australia's third most expensive city.
1/11/2024 • 24 minutes, 43 seconds
Government threatens 'all levers' against supermarkets
As new data suggests inflation is continuing to slow, the big supermarket chains are being warned to pass on lower prices to shoppers.
1/10/2024 • 24 minutes, 48 seconds
Record rises in rents across Australian cities
New data confirms what tenants already know: rents have surged well above the already high rate of inflation.
1/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Flash flooding hits central Victoria
Residents of Seymour told to evacuate, as a weather system that continues to smash central and northern Victoria moves east.
1/8/2024 • 24 minutes, 53 seconds
PM arrives in flood-ravaged Queensland
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
12/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 10 seconds
Boats still delivering essentials in Far North Qld
Flood recovery teams across Far North Queensland are making their way through mountains of mud, as fears mount of more flooding on Cape York.
12/21/2023 • 24 minutes, 46 seconds
Campaign to protect Red Sea ships from Houthi attacks
Australia has joined the EU and NATO in condemning Houthi rebel attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
12/20/2023 • 24 minutes, 52 seconds
US urges a 'more surgical' war in Gaza
Israel is being urged to change the way it's fighting in Gaza, to avoid more civilians being hurt or killed.
12/19/2023 • 24 minutes, 54 seconds
Qld authorities prepare to evacuate entire town
Across far north Queensland, hundreds have been rescued from rising floodwaters, as authorities say the entire town of Wujal Wujal may be evacuated.
12/18/2023 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
Tributes for Barry Humphries at Opera House memorial
The life and times of the creator of Dame Edna Everage is being celebrated at a state memorial service today.
12/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 14 seconds
Kathleen Folbigg acquitted of child murders
The NSW mother, once labelled Australia's worst serial killer, has today had all her convictions quashed.
12/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Australia calls for Gaza ceasefire at UN vote
Australia breaks from the US and UK in supporting a UN resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
12/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Steven Miles to take over as Qld premier
Queensland's Deputy Premier, Steven Miles, triumphs in a brief political scuffle this morning for the sunshine state's top job, with Cameron Dick to serve as his deputy.
12/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Tighter controls on student visas
A big cut in migrant numbers, tougher requirements for student visas and fast-track entry for skilled workers are all part of the Federal Government's new migration strategy.
12/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
NDIS: review calls for change
A major overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme is expected, after a wide ranging review and a long list of recommendations.
12/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 38 seconds
New detention laws set to pass
New laws that could result in some former immigration detainees being put back behind bars are set to pass Federal Parliament today.
12/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Cost of living concerns ahead of RBA decision
The Reserve Bank will hand down its latest interest rate decision, as millions of Australians face cost of living pressures.
12/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Houthi strike fuels fears of Gaza spillover
Concerns over possible regional escalation as the Israeli military orders evacuations from some parts of southern Gaza.
12/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 38 seconds
Negotiations intensify as Gaza ceasefire deadline looms
With the end of the seven day ceasefire in Gaza approaching, there's huge international pressure on mediators the United States and Qatar to find a way to extend the truce.
12/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Negotiations underway to extend Gaza truce again
The temporary ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war is due to expire later today, but there are hopes it could be extended again, as more hostages and prisoners are freed.
11/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
Brittany Higgins testifies in Lehrmann defamation action
Former political staffer Brittany Higgins has begun testifying at the civil defamation trial of the man she has alleged raped her at Parliament House.
11/29/2023 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
1/3 of properties now cheaper to buy than rent: study
As the amount Australians spend on rent climbs, new data suggests it's now cheaper to own your own home than rent it, in a third of cases.
11/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Powerful Home Affairs boss Mike Pezzullo sacked
One of Australia's most powerful public servants has been sacked over his dealings with a Liberal Party powerbroker.
11/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Israel-Hamas temporary truce begins within hours
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
11/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Properties lost in Perth bushfire
Authorities says homes have been lost in Perth, as a bushfire rages on the city's northern fringe.
11/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Israeli cabinet agrees to fighting pause, hostage deal
Israel's cabinet approves a deal with Hamas for the release of dozens of hostages held by the militant group in Gaza, in exchange for a four-day ceasefire.
11/22/2023 • 24 minutes, 3 seconds
Data shows spiralling costs hurt young the most
New spending data from Australia's biggest bank shows younger people are cutting back on both luxuries and essentials, as older generations spend up big.
11/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Why the Optus CEO resigned
Message received: the Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin resigns, effective immediately.
11/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Optus outage affected 228 Triple-0 calls: CEO
The Optus CEO, Kelly Bayer Rosmarin, has side-stepped questions about her own future, as she fronts a Senate inquiry into last week's outage that left 10 million customers offline.From Ukraine to the outback: the Australian Army test-fires new deadly missile technology in the Woomera Prohibited Area;A warning of more legal challenges, as the Government's detainee bill is signed into law;And the problems when cash is king: we head to the West Australian town that the big banks have left behind.
11/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
US and China agree to resume military talks
Joe Biden says he and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have had a 'productive and constructive' meeting, as the US and China agree to resume military-to-military communications.
As the death toll mounts, the Israeli military has confirmed its forces are now fighting inside Gaza's largest hospital, al Shifa, in what it says is a 'targeted' operation.
11/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Rental pain rises across Australia
Rental affordability is at an all time low with experts warning urgent action is needed to prevent increasing homelessness.
11/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Patients dying, main Gaza hospital 'not functioning': WHO
Competing claims from Israel and Hamas, as aid groups and the World Health Organisation warn Gaza's biggest hospital is no longer functioning.
11/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds
Reserve Bank hints at one more rate rise
The likelihood of at least one more interest rate rise has increased, after the Reserve Bank delivered a rosier-than-anticipated outlook for the economy.
11/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Optus customers seek compensation for outage
Show us the money: Optus customers calling for compensation after yesterday's mass outage.
11/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Optus outage affects more than 10 million customers
More questions than answers: Australia's second biggest telco still doesn't know why its network has crashed nationwide.
11/8/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Donald Trump slams judge in US court appearance
After Donald Trump's bombastic performance in a New York court overnight, we ask whether the former US President's mounting legal issues are hurting his re-election bid.
11/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
US calls for 'pause' as Israeli troops encircle Gaza City
Israel is rejecting calls for a ceasefire, as Palestinian officials say the death toll in Gaza is approaching 10,000.
11/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Erin Patterson faces Court on mushroom murder charges
Police have charged the 49-year-old with three counts of murder and five of attempted murder, allegations which centre around mushrooms in a beef Wellington lunch served in July this year.
11/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Police arrest woman over mushroom poisoning deaths
Almost three months since the mushroom-poisoning deaths of three people, Victorian police have today made an arrest.
11/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Israeli strike hits Gaza refugee camp
Dozens are reported to have been killed after a series of Israeli airstrikes hit the largest refugee camp in Gaza; the Israeli military says it was targeting a Hamas leader.
11/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Israeli troops advance deeper into Gaza
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says there will be no ceasefire, as Israel's invasion of Gaza prompts a warning about the shocking number of Palestinian children killed in the fighting.
10/31/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
'Feta' and 'prosecco' derail Europe trade talk
Cheesed off: talks between Australia and the European Union break down over the use of terms like 'prosecco', 'feta' and 'parmesan'.
10/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
The Gulf state at the centre of the Israel-Hamas hostage talks
As Israeli tanks briefly enter Gaza, we investigate the role of Qatar in Israel's hostage negotiations with Hamas.
10/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Mass shooter in US state of Maine kills at least 22
At least 22 people are dead, after two shootings at a bar and a bowling alley in the US city of Lewiston.
10/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Inflation up, increasing chance of interest rate rise
Australian borrowers are on high alert, with a rebound in inflation narrowing the odds of another interest rate rise.
10/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
'Unprecedented' destruction in Gaza leaves 1.4 m homeless
Israel is continuing its heavy bombardment of the Gaza Strip, as Hamas frees two more hostages.
10/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Iranian warning as Gaza braces for invasion
Iran's foreign minister is warning the Middle East is a 'power keg', as Israel readies its ground invasion of Gaza.
10/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Biden offers $14 bn in military aid to Israel
In a rare prime-time address, the US President seeks support from Congress for more military aid to Israel.
10/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Israel says it will allow limited aid into Gaza
After a 10 day seige, Israel says it will allow some humanitarian aid to enter Gaza.
10/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Arab leaders cancel Biden meetings
With the US president en route to Israel, there's blame and anguish as the horror of the Gaza hospital strike becomes clear.
10/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 41 seconds
Biden to head to Israel as Gaza crisis worsens
The US President will travel to Israel as Palestinians flee ahead of an imminent ground invasion.
10/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
'Absolutely gutted': remote areas react to Voice loss
The cental Australian seat of Lingiari voted No, but many remote communities in the electorate supported the Voice.
10/16/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Final pitches from Yes and No campaigns
Voice referendum: First Nations leaders at forefront of both campaigns, on final day.
10/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Fears of 'humanitarian catastrophe' in Gaza
Israel has created an emergency unity government to oversee its military response to the weekend attacks by Hamas.
10/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Tributes for comedian Cal Wilson, dead at 53
Cal Wilson, the stand-up comedian and regular TV fixture, has died aged 53.
10/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Hamas threatens to start killing Israeli hostages
A spokesman for Hamas warns it will broadcast the executions of Israeli civilians.
10/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Hamas claims it's holding 100 Israeli hostages
Israel says it's at war, as it launches strikes on Gaza in response to a major attack by Hamas.
10/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Dramatic rescues in Victoria's flood emergency
Two men rescued from the roof of their car near Bairnsdale, as floodwaters rise in Victoria's Gippsland and north-east.
10/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
First fires, now floods: evacuations in Victoria
Residents in Gippsland in eastern Victoria evacuated, as flood waters rise.
10/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Chaos as Republicans oust their own Speaker
For the first time in US history, the House Speaker is ousted by his colleagues.
10/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Defiant Donald Trump fronts New York court
With his sprawling real estate empire at risk, a bombastic Donald Trump fronts court in New York.
10/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Could the house price rebound lead to another rate rise?
Australian house prices approach record highs: will it mean another rate rise before Christmas?
10/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Royal Commission calls for major overhaul of disability care
"Significant change required": after four-and-a-half years, the disability royal commission hands down its final report.
9/29/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Why the Army is moving troops to northern Australia
Troops on the move: why Townsville is the big winner in a shake up of the Australian Army.
9/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Victorian Labor factions gather to pick Daniel Andrews' successor
It's Daniel Andrews' last day as Premier of Victoria: what are the challeges facing his successor?
9/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Can Biden win back the Pacific from China?
The US offers millions of dollars in aid to persuade Pacific leaders to turn away from China.
9/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Home Affairs boss stands aside over alleged leaked texts
Mike Pezzullo, one of the nation's most powerful and controversial officials, stands aside.
9/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Murdoch succession: how will Lachlan change Rupert Murdoch's empire?
Succession: Rupert Murdoch announces he's stepping back, so how will the empire fare under chosen son, Lachlan?
9/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Exclusive: Qantas chairman 'I won't quit'
An exclusive interview with the Qantas chairman, Richard Goyder. Will he step down?
9/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Will a blanket levy on Airbnb fix the housing crisis?
Victoria v Airbnb: the Andrews government targets short-stay accommodation, but will it fix the housing crisis?
9/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 11 seconds
First 'really nasty day' since 2020: eastern Australia swelters
The eastern states swelter through a springtime heat wave, stirring memories of the Black Summer fires.
9/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Nuclear power option for Australia 'a unicorn and a fantasy': minister
The nuclear option: the Federal Government releases modelling of the cost of nuclear power, as the opposition calls for a debate on the issue.
9/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
'Very ignorant': progressive No campaign condemns claim the colonisation of Australia has 'no ongoing negative impacts'
The progressive No campaign condemns a comment by Jacinta Nampijinpa Price that there are "no ongoing negative impacts of colonisation" for First Nations Australians;
9/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
'Worse than Mongolia': damning report into mental health care in regional South Australia
A scathing report into mental health care finds regional South Australia has been left behind, with fewer psychiatrists per person than Mongolia, Ukraine or Russia.
9/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Qantas acted 'unlawfully' when it sacked 1,7000 workers, High Court rules
Unions call for the entire Qantas board to resign, as the High Court unanimously rules the troubled airline acted 'unlawfully' in laying off 1,700 workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
9/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
30,000 new rental homes in five years: Can the Federal Government really deliver on its housing promise?
New zoning rules, quicker approvals and zero-interest loans: the wishlist is long, as the government finally secures the Senate's support for its multi-billion-dollar housing package.
9/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Spanish football president resigns, two weeks after saying he wouldn't
The once-defiant head of the Spanish Football Federation, Luis Rubiales, is gone, after kissing a member of Spain's World Cup winning women's team in Sydney last month.
9/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Albanese's ambitions for China re-set 'limited', as SE Asia tour moves to Philippines
The Prime Minister arrives in Manila, a day after he accepted an invitation from China to visit Beijing despite on-going trade disputes.
9/8/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Hospital asks patients to leave to free up beds
A public hospital in Tasmania is writing letters to patients asking them to leave to free up beds.
9/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Far-right leader receives record sentence for Jan 6 US Capitol riot
The former chairman of the far-right group the Proud Boys is sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the January 6 storming of the US Capitol building.
9/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Here today, gone tomorrow: Alan Joyce bows out at Qantas early
After a tumultuous week for Qantas, CEO Alan Joyce will leave the airline tomorrow.
9/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Qantas shareholders call for Joyce's bonus to be clawed back
A shareholders' group says the Qantas board should consider clawing back multi-million dollar bonuses awarded to the chief executive, Alan Joyce, as the airline prepares for legal action launched by the ACCC.
9/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
House prices climb higher, as spring 'sales season' begins
To the dismay of first-home buyers, Australian house prices have risen for the sixth month in a row.
9/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Qantas accused of selling tickets to flights it had already cancelled
The ACCC announces a legal action against Qantas, alleging the airline advertised more than 8,000 flights that had already been cancelled.
8/31/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
October 14 locked in for referendum
The Prime Minister has announced the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum will be held on 14 October.
8/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Criticism grows of Qantas' influence
The founder of Flight Centre says the Government's decision block Qatar Airways from doubling its flights into Australia makes no sense.
8/29/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Health scare for detained Australian writer
Friends of Australian writer Yang Hengjun say he could die in China if the Federal Government doesn't do more to secure his release.
8/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Donald Trump surrenders in Georgia
Former US President Donald Trump has surrendered at a county jail, facing charges of allegedly interfering in the 2020 election.
8/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Russian mercenary boss dies in crash
Head of the Wagner military group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, has reportedly died in a plan crash.
8/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
NAPLAN shows disadvantage in NT
New NAPLAN data shows students in remote and regional areas are struggling compared to those in metropolitan areas.
8/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
BHP profits slow
BHP profits down 58% on lower commodity prices - what does the result mean for the Big Australian?
8/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
New tool to help problem gamblers
A national self-exclusion program for people gambling too much online is up and running from today.
8/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
50 years since Australia pulled out of war
This year marks 50 years, since the last Australian soldier pulled out of Vietnam. The milestone was commemorated today in a ceremony in Canberra.
8/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Matildas World Cup legacy
Last night's World Cup semi final brought heartache to Australia, but the Matildas have inspired a nation.
8/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Matildas aim for World Cup glory
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has kept faith in his own process, as the team prepares for a World Cup semi-final.
8/16/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Surfers found alive off Indonesian coast
Some of the surfers who went missing when a boat disappeared off the coast of Sumatra in Indonesia have been found alive.
8/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Surfers found alive off Indonesian coast
Some of the surfers who went missing when a boat disappeared off the coast of Sumatra in Indonesia have been found alive.
8/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Matildas capture nation's imagination
With the Matildas set to play England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, fans snapping up the green and gold merchandise.
8/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Matildas capture nation's imagination
With the Matildas set to play England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, fans snapping up the green and gold merchandise.
8/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Half a century of Hip-hop
From a party in the Bronx to a global cultural phenomenon, Hip-hop turns 50 today.
8/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Half a century of Hip-hop
From a party in the Bronx to a global cultural phenomenon, Hip-hop turns 50 today.
8/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Hawaiians flee as wildfires spread
Wildfires in Hawaii have forced some people into the ocean as strong winds from a hurricane fan the deadly blazes.
8/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Hawaiians flee as wildfires spread
Wildfires in Hawaii have forced some people into the ocean as strong winds from a hurricane fan the deadly blazes.
8/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
CBA's $10bn profit amid cost of living pain
The Commonwealth Bank announces a record $10 billion profit as many Australians struggle with rising interest rates.
8/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
CBA's $10bn profit amid cost of living pain
The Commonwealth Bank announces a record $10 billion profit as many Australians struggle with rising interest rates.
8/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
FBI murder leads to Australian child abuse operation
The murder of two FBI agents during a child abuse operation, leads to multiple arrests in Australia.
8/8/2023 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
FBI murder leads to Australian child abuse operation
The murder of two FBI agents during a child abuse operation, leads to multiple arrests in Australia.
8/8/2023 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
Consulting scandal grows
The fallout from the PWC scandal has engulfed all of the big four consulting firms with the Federal Government under pressure to reform contracts.
8/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Consulting scandal grows
The fallout from the PWC scandal has engulfed all of the big four consulting firms with the Federal Government under pressure to reform contracts.
8/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
AFP Commissioner questioned over PWC links
Australia's most senior police officers face a parliamentary committee over potential conflicts of interest connected to PWC.
8/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
AFP Commissioner questioned over PWC links
Australia's most senior police officers face a parliamentary committee over potential conflicts of interest connected to PWC.
8/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Calls to investigate Australian fighters' treatment in Ukraine
The Chair of the Ukrainian Parliament's Foreign Affairs committee wants an investigation into allegations that Australians and other foreigners in Ukraine's foreign legion have been threatened and mistreated by incompetent commanders.
8/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Calls to investigate Australian fighters' treatment in Ukraine
The Chair of the Ukrainian Parliament's Foreign Affairs committee wants an investigation into allegations that Australians and other foreigners in Ukraine's foreign legion have been threatened and mistreated by incompetent commanders.
8/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Historic third set of criminal charges laid against Donald Trump
Trump charges: the former US president and leading Republican candidate for next year's US election is facing yet another criminal indictment.
8/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Historic third set of criminal charges laid against Donald Trump
Trump charges: the former US president and leading Republican candidate for next year's US election is facing yet another criminal indictment.
8/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Shocking child sex charges laid against former childcare worker
Police in Brisbane announce they've charged a former childcare worker with more than 1,600 child abuse offences.
8/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Shocking child sex charges laid against former childcare worker
Police in Brisbane announce they've charged a former childcare worker with more than 1,600 child abuse offences.
8/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
'No longer hope' helicopter crew survived crash: Defence Minister
The Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has confirmed the search for four crew missing after the Friday night crash of an MRH-90 Taipan Army helicopter off Queensland is now a recovery operation.
7/31/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
'No longer hope' helicopter crew survived crash: Defence Minister
The Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has confirmed the search for four crew missing after the Friday night crash of an MRH-90 Taipan Army helicopter off Queensland is now a recovery operation.
7/31/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Australians feeling costs pain fight the banks, with 34 per cent jump in complaints
Nearly 100,000 complaints about financial firms have been lodged in the past year, as households come under pressure from rising interest rates and high inflation.
Round Two: the federal government vows to push ahead with its $10 billion housing bill when Parliament reconvenes next week, daring the Greens and the Coalition to oppose it in the Senate for a second time.
Shock in Tasmania, after a doctor was stabbed in a regional hospital while treating a patient.
And special delivery: Australia Post warns people against sending insects by mail, as the demand for tiny pets grows.
7/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Australians feeling costs pain fight the banks, with 34 per cent jump in complaints
Nearly 100,000 complaints about financial firms have been lodged in the past year, as households come under pressure from rising interest rates and high inflation.
Round Two: the federal government vows to push ahead with its $10 billion housing bill when Parliament reconvenes next week, daring the Greens and the Coalition to oppose it in the Senate for a second time.
Shock in Tasmania, after a doctor was stabbed in a regional hospital while treating a patient.
And special delivery: Australia Post warns people against sending insects by mail, as the demand for tiny pets grows.
7/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Fifth person shot in five days in spate of Sydney shootings
Another fatal shooting in Sydney, amid fears of a new gang war developing in the city's west and south-west.
7/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Fifth person shot in five days in spate of Sydney shootings
Another fatal shooting in Sydney, amid fears of a new gang war developing in the city's west and south-west.
7/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Easing inflation a positive sign for anxious borrowers
Fresh evidence today that Australia's inflation rate may have peaked, with the latest quarterly data showing a fall to 6 per cent over the year from previous, runaway levels.
7/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Easing inflation a positive sign for anxious borrowers
Fresh evidence today that Australia's inflation rate may have peaked, with the latest quarterly data showing a fall to 6 per cent over the year from previous, runaway levels.
7/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Shocking Queensland crash details revealed
Queensland police will allege a 25 year-old man used a stolen car to ram another vehicle, leading to three deaths on the Bruce Highway.
7/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Shocking Queensland crash details revealed
Queensland police will allege a 25 year-old man used a stolen car to ram another vehicle, leading to three deaths on the Bruce Highway.
7/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Australia monitors China spy ship
An aerial photograph showing an Australian military plane's encounter with a Chinese surveillance ship near Queensland last week has been obtained by the ABC.
7/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 57 seconds
Australia monitors China spy ship
An aerial photograph showing an Australian military plane's encounter with a Chinese surveillance ship near Queensland last week has been obtained by the ABC.
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
7/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Australian in Ukraine's International Legion alleges 'incompetent' commanders putting soldiers in danger
In an exclusive story for The World Today, a former Australian soldier alleges some foreigners and Ukrainians in the International Legion have died unnecessarily and others have been threatened with jail for trying to leave.
7/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Australian in Ukraine's International Legion alleges 'incompetent' commanders putting soldiers in danger
In an exclusive story for The World Today, a former Australian soldier alleges some foreigners and Ukrainians in the International Legion have died unnecessarily and others have been threatened with jail for trying to leave.
7/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
'HORRIFYING': Donald Trump rages about potential third indictment
The former US President Donald Trump appears to be on the cusp of being indicted for the third time this year over the January 6th riots.
7/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
'HORRIFYING': Donald Trump rages about potential third indictment
The former US President Donald Trump appears to be on the cusp of being indicted for the third time this year over the January 6th riots.
7/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 9 seconds
Vic Govt blames 'cost blowout' for scrapping Commonwealth Games
Game over: the fallout from Victoria's shock announcement it's pulling out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
7/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Vic Govt blames 'cost blowout' for scrapping Commonwealth Games
Game over: the fallout from Victoria's shock announcement it's pulling out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
7/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Deloitte execs face Senate grilling in wake of PwC tax scandal
Executives from one of the world's biggest consultancy firms face tough questions at a parliamentary inquiry, after admitting they'd misused confidential government information.
7/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Deloitte execs face Senate grilling in wake of PwC tax scandal
Executives from one of the world's biggest consultancy firms face tough questions at a parliamentary inquiry, after admitting they'd misused confidential government information.
7/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Lowe era ends with Michele Bullock named as new RBA Governor
Michele Bullock has been appointed as the next Governor of the Reserve Bank, replacing Philip Lowe and becoming the first woman to lead the central bank at a time of high inflation;
7/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Lowe era ends with Michele Bullock named as new RBA Governor
Michele Bullock has been appointed as the next Governor of the Reserve Bank, replacing Philip Lowe and becoming the first woman to lead the central bank at a time of high inflation;
7/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Australian CEOs now earning 55 times 'typical' worker
Top dollar: a new survey shows Australian CEOs earn more in a year than many workers make in a lifetime.
7/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Australian CEOs now earning 55 times 'typical' worker
Top dollar: a new survey shows Australian CEOs earn more in a year than many workers make in a lifetime.
7/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Zelenskyy angered by lack of NATO timeline
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has lashed out at NATO for not laying out a timeline for his country's path towards membership.
7/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Zelenskyy angered by lack of NATO timeline
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has lashed out at NATO for not laying out a timeline for his country's path towards membership.
7/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Australia hits the mortgage cliff
The warnings have been coming for months, but the so-called mortgage cliff is now here. More than a million Australian households are rolling off fixed mortgage rates.
7/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Australia hits the mortgage cliff
The warnings have been coming for months, but the so-called mortgage cliff is now here. More than a million Australian households are rolling off fixed mortgage rates.
7/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
'Sealed' Robodebt chapter under scrutiny
The political fallout from the release of the report of the Robodebt Royal Commission is continuing.
7/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
'Sealed' Robodebt chapter under scrutiny
The political fallout from the release of the report of the Robodebt Royal Commission is continuing.
7/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
'Crude and cruel': scathing Robodebt Royal Commission report released
The Royal Commission into the failed Robodebt policy finds it was an "illegal" and "costly failure of public administration", stemming from "venality, incompetence and cowardice": today, all the details from the 990-page final report, and what it means for the scheme's tens of thousands of victims.
7/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
'Crude and cruel': scathing Robodebt Royal Commission report released
The Royal Commission into the failed Robodebt policy finds it was an "illegal" and "costly failure of public administration", stemming from "venality, incompetence and cowardice": today, all the details from the 990-page final report, and what it means for the scheme's tens of thousands of victims.
7/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Housing crisis grows, as rents continue to climb
Rental prices are still going up nationally, with new data suggesting the biggest rises are in Sydney and Brisbane, but there signs of a slowing elsewhere.
7/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Housing crisis grows, as rents continue to climb
Rental prices are still going up nationally, with new data suggesting the biggest rises are in Sydney and Brisbane, but there signs of a slowing elsewhere.
7/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
World records hottest day ever, as new El Niño cyle declared
It's been widely anticipated, but now it's official: El Niño is back, with the weather pattern expected to bring hotter and drier conditions.
7/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
World records hottest day ever, as new El Niño cyle declared
It's been widely anticipated, but now it's official: El Niño is back, with the weather pattern expected to bring hotter and drier conditions.
7/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Toll from deadly head knocks grows with first female CTE case
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
7/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Toll from deadly head knocks grows with first female CTE case
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
7/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Federal corruption watchdog gets down to business
Australia's brand new National Anti-Corruption Commission officially gets down to business today. Justice Paul Brereton, has revealed that it already has had close to 50 referrals.
7/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Federal corruption watchdog gets down to business
Australia's brand new National Anti-Corruption Commission officially gets down to business today. Justice Paul Brereton, has revealed that it already has had close to 50 referrals.
7/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
MPs attack Liberals over ICAC findings
The fallout continues from yesterday's corruption findings against former New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian.
6/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
MPs attack Liberals over ICAC findings
The fallout continues from yesterday's corruption findings against former New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian.
6/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Chinese students bring Australia's consent education home
In recent years, Australian universities have been scaling up sexual consent education to prevent sexual violence on campus. Now it appears that one of the big benefits of that training, is that some international students are taking what they've learnt back to their own countries and spreading the word.
6/29/2023 • 3 minutes, 55 seconds
Chinese students bring Australia's consent education home
In recent years, Australian universities have been scaling up sexual consent education to prevent sexual violence on campus. Now it appears that one of the big benefits of that training, is that some international students are taking what they've learnt back to their own countries and spreading the word.
6/29/2023 • 3 minutes, 55 seconds
Berejiklian engaged in 'seriously corrupt' conduct
The NSW ICAC has delivered a finding of serious corrupt conduct against the former New South Wales Liberal Premier Gladys Berejiklian.
6/29/2023 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Berejiklian engaged in 'seriously corrupt' conduct
The NSW ICAC has delivered a finding of serious corrupt conduct against the former New South Wales Liberal Premier Gladys Berejiklian.
6/29/2023 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Gambling inquiry calls for ban on ads
A total ban on online gambling ads in Australia could be a step closer today, with a landmark inquiry recommending the move.
6/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Gambling inquiry calls for ban on ads
A total ban on online gambling ads in Australia could be a step closer today, with a landmark inquiry recommending the move.
6/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Putin claims full support
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia is united behind him, despite the weekend rebellion by mercenary group, Wagner.
6/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Putin claims full support
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia is united behind him, despite the weekend rebellion by mercenary group, Wagner.
6/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
What happens next in Russia?
The world is waiting to see what happens next after Russian President Vladimir Putin headed off an attempted coup from a mercenary group.
6/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
What happens next in Russia?
The world is waiting to see what happens next after Russian President Vladimir Putin headed off an attempted coup from a mercenary group.
6/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Albanese rejects call to cancel referendum
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has doubled down on his call for the Government to cancel the referendum on a Voice to Parliament.
6/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Albanese rejects call to cancel referendum
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has doubled down on his call for the Government to cancel the referendum on a Voice to Parliament.
6/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
PwC names yet to be released
The scandal surrounding consulting firm Price Water House Cooper is deepening, with questions about why the individuals involved haven't yet been named.
6/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
PwC names yet to be released
The scandal surrounding consulting firm Price Water House Cooper is deepening, with questions about why the individuals involved haven't yet been named.
6/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Edgbaston produces another thriller
Why does Edgbaston produce so many thrilling Ashes moments? Australia has secured a last gasp win in the first test.
6/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Edgbaston produces another thriller
Why does Edgbaston produce so many thrilling Ashes moments? Australia has secured a last gasp win in the first test.
6/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
Political donations under scrutiny
The Reserve Bank board has revealed was on the brink of leaving official interest rates on hold a fortnight ago, before eventually deciding to go ahead with another hike.
6/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Political donations under scrutiny
The Reserve Bank board has revealed was on the brink of leaving official interest rates on hold a fortnight ago, before eventually deciding to go ahead with another hike.
6/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Senate passes bill for Voice referendum
The Senate has passed legislation that will allow the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament to be held.
6/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Senate passes bill for Voice referendum
The Senate has passed legislation that will allow the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament to be held.
6/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Dutton says David Van should quit
The Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says he's referred a third allegation against Senator David Van to parliamentary authorities.
6/16/2023 • 25 minutes, 11 seconds
Dutton says David Van should quit
The Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says he's referred a third allegation against Senator David Van to parliamentary authorities.
6/16/2023 • 25 minutes, 11 seconds
Lidia Thorpe makes statement to parliament
Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe has made a statement to parliament, repeating her claim that she was sexually assaulted.
6/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Lidia Thorpe makes statement to parliament
Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe has made a statement to parliament, repeating her claim that she was sexually assaulted.
6/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Trumps defiant in face of 'persecution'
Former US President Donald Trump insists he's the victim of political persecution, as he pleads not guilty in court.
6/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Trumps defiant in face of 'persecution'
Former US President Donald Trump insists he's the victim of political persecution, as he pleads not guilty in court.
6/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Bus crash driver appears in court
The 58 year old driver of a bus that crashed in the Hunter Valley town of Greta on Sunday night, leaving ten people dead, has appeared in court.
6/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Bus crash driver appears in court
The 58 year old driver of a bus that crashed in the Hunter Valley town of Greta on Sunday night, leaving ten people dead, has appeared in court.
6/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Drive arrested after bus crash
New South Wales Police has confirmed the victims of a bus crash in the Hunter Valley overnight had spent the day celebrating what was described as a "fairytale" wedding.
6/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Drive arrested after bus crash
New South Wales Police has confirmed the victims of a bus crash in the Hunter Valley overnight had spent the day celebrating what was described as a "fairytale" wedding.
6/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
Trump says he's been indicted
Former US President Donald Trump says he's been indicted over his handling of classified documents.
6/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Ukraine aid lands in Europe
A fresh delivery of Australian military aid for Ukraine has arrived in Europe overnight.
6/8/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
GDP growth: weak figures point to slowdown
The latest data shows Australia's economy is slowing dramatically under the pressure of the Reserve Bank's repeated interest rate rises.
6/7/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Pizza and freedom: Folbigg's first night out
Kathleen Folbigg spent her first night of freedom in 20 years eating pizza with her long time friend and supporter. The convicted child-killer was released from prison after new scientific evidence emerged.
6/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Kathleen Folbigg freed after pardon
Convicted murderer Kathleen Folbigg, imprisoned two decades ago for the killing of her four children, has been pardoned and released.
6/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Fair Work delivers boost to minimum wage
The minimum wage to increase by 5.75% - what might that mean for Australians struggling to keep up with the rising costs of living?
6/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Decision on Ben Roberts-Smith defamation comes down today
Judgement day for Australia's most decorated living soldier - the verdict in the Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case to be handed down
6/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Reserve Bank drawn into PwC Scandal
The Reserve Bank admits it's underpaid staff and that embattled consulting firm PwC has been employed to fix the problem
5/31/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
New emails show depth of PwC's confidentiality breaches
The global consulting firm P-W-C is once again under fire with the release of a new string of emails revealing the depth of confidentiality breaches over changes to tax avoidance laws back in 2015
5/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
PWC puts partners 'on leave' as tax advice scandal continues
The global advisory firm P-W-C has moved to stem the damage from a massive confidentiality breach that has become a full blown crisis. P-W-C is putting more partners on "leave" and is working to ringfence lucrative government business in a bid to salvage the firm's reputation
5/29/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Police wait for access to Sydney fire site
Two 13-year-olds have handed themselves into police after a massive fire destroyed a heritage building in Sydney's inner suburbs yesterday.
5/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Melissa Caddick is dead: Coroner delivers finding on missing Conwoman
A Coroner rules fraudster Melissa Caddick is dead. But many questions still remain about the disappearance of the con-artist who stole tens of millions of dollars from her clients.
5/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Albanese and Modi strengthen ties during official visit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi have signed a new migration pact, and an agreement to work together on green hydrogen technology, during their bilateral meeting in Sydney this morning
5/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
India's controversial Prime Minister arrives in Sydney
India's controversial Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Australia to a rockstar's welcome - he's here to take Delhi's relationship with Canberra to a 'new level'
5/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Will tighter BNPL regulation protect vulnerable consumers?
The 16 billion dollar Buy-Now Pay-Later industry set for tighter regulations but financial counsellors aren't certain they're tough enough as many Australians are now using the schemes to cope with the increasing costs-of-living
5/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Aged care activists worry about taser incident
Indigenous advocate Noel Pearson has criticised some of his fellow 'Yes' campaigners as the discussions about a Voice to Parliament continue.
5/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Will a rising jobless take pressure off the RBA to lift interest rates?
Another dire climate warning we could soon be facing the hottest year on record but it's not all bad news as there are positive moves to reduce emissions with one expert saying there's a lot to be optimistic about; Another dire climate warning we could soon be facing the hottest year on record but it's not all bad news there are positive moves to reduce emissions with one expert saying there's a lot to be optimistic about; and from the paddock to the page - the WA farmer, turned author, who comes up with lots of ideas for his books, while he's driving the tractor.
5/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 14 seconds
Criminal penalties needed for PwC scandal
The crisis at consultancy firm P-W-C is intensifying amid growing calls for the company to be banned from lucrative government contracts after confidential information was used to help clients "work-around" anti-tax avoidance laws.
5/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Death toll set to rise in NZ hostel fire
A tragedy unfolding in New Zealand's capital, Wellington. At least 6 people killed in a fire at a hostel and the death toll could rise. Did the building have adequate safety measures?
5/16/2023 • 25 minutes, 47 seconds
Government settles PFAS class action for $132m
The Commonwealth settles a class-action claim over defence sites contaminated by toxic firefighting foam
5/15/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Tasmanian Liberals in minority after two MPs quit over new stadium
Tasmania's Government teetering on the brink as two of its MPs quit over the controversial $715-million Hobart stadium plan.
5/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
High hopes for Trade Minister's Beijing visit
The Trade Minister flies to Beijing ... seeking to unwind restrictions on Australian goods. What are the chances the trade impasse with China might end?
5/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Budget treads fine line between relief and inflation control
Not enough to help those in need or too many handouts driving inflation higher? Did the Government get the balance right with its cost-of-living focused budget?
5/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
An innovate solution to renting troubles
The Treasurer set to announce the first budget surplus in 15 years but how long will the good news last, amid predictions of economic challenges ahead?
5/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Easing cost of living pressures focus of tomorrow's Federal budget
Cost-of-living pressures will be the focus of tomorrow's budget ... how does the Government try to make life easier for households without adding to inflationary pressures?
5/8/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Dutton threatens Federal intervention in Victorian Liberal squabbles
Riven by factionalism and infighting Peter Dutton threatens to intervene in the Victorian Liberal Party.
5/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 10 seconds
Pharmacists cry poor ahead of prescription changes
Pharmacies are threatening to raise prices of essential services like deliveries and reduce opening hours in response to the Federal Government changes to the way prescription medications are administered.
5/4/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
NT gives green light to controversial Beetaloo project
The Northern Territory government has given the green light to fracking of the vast Beetaloo basin gas field 400 kilometres south of Darwin.
5/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Qantas appoints first woman as CEO
Qantas appoints its first female CEO, as Alan Joyce prepares to leave the top job
5/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Nation shocked over soccer violence
Calls for better protection for referees after a sickening attack during soccer match in Sydney leaves an official with a broken jaw
5/1/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Australia's oldest coal-fired power station closes
Australia's oldest coal-fired power station switches off - it's a milestone moment in Australia's energy transition but will our grid have enough electricity as we switch to renewables?
4/28/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Big changes coming to 'broken' migration system
"Broken and unfair" ... a scathing report into Australia's migration system says people are being trapped in an underclass ... robbing the country of their talents - how will the Government fix it?
4/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Inflation falls but will it stop an interest rate rise?
New figures out show that inflation is continuing to fall from runaway levels with the headline rate dropping to 7% but is there still a risk the Reserve Bank will again raise interest rates at next Tuesday's board meeting?
4/26/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Anzac marches across Australia
Large crowds have turned out for ANZAC Day marches and commemorations, to honour those who served the country.
4/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Australia's defence review released
The Australian Defence Force will receive its biggest overhaul in decades, as a strategic review is publicly released.
4/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Murdoch drops legal action against Crikey
Media tycoon Lachlan Murdoch as dropped his defamation action against the Australian news outlet Crikey.
4/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Review slams Reserve Bank
A scathing review has recommended the biggest overhaul of the Reserve Bank in three decades. It has strongly criticised governor Philip Lowe.
4/20/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
IBAC slams Vic government
Victoria's anti-corruption commission has criticised the state's government, over a health department contract awarded to a union.
4/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Dutton unveils new frontbenchers
The Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has named three new frontbenchers, after the resignations of shadow ministers.
4/18/2023 • 25 minutes, 12 seconds
Aged care: tough rules coming up
Recruiters in the aged care sector say meeting the Federal Government's new staffing requirements will be almost impossible.
4/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Voice architects front inquiry
The Federal Parliamentary committee investigating the Indigenous Voice to Parliament has begun it's hearings in Canberra.
4/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Aged care homes to close in Sydney
Aged Care provider Wesley Mission will close three of its nursing homes in Sydney by the end of May. It says it can't meet the new national staffing requirements.
4/13/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Julian Leeser to push for Voice
Fresh from quitting the Opposition frontbench, Julian Leeser says he'll keep pushing for changes to the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
4/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Liberal frontbencher quits over The Voice
Shadow Minister for Indigenous Affairs Julian Leeser has resigned from Cabinet, so that he can campaign in favour of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
4/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Taiwan is on high alert, amid China's military drills
China says it has simulated missile strikes and its air force is flying around 70 planes a day near Taiwan.
4/10/2023 • 25 minutes, 8 seconds
Former Liberals slam Party's choice to oppose 'The Voice'
After months of deliberation, the Federal Liberals' decision to oppose 'The Voice' has been met with disappointment by some senior members of the party.
4/6/2023 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
A defiant Trump hits back after indictment
Donald Trump has become the first former US President to face criminal charges. Mr Trump appeared in court in New York City, where he pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts.
4/5/2023 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
TikTok banned from Government-issued devices
Australia has joined its main allies in banning the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok, on all devices issued by government agencies and departments.
4/4/2023 • 25 minutes
Yunupingu remembered as driving force for Indigenous recognition
A 'Colussus of a leader', a 'Titan' and a 'giant of the nation' just some of the words used to described Yunupingu - the Indigenous leader has died at the age of 74.
4/3/2023 • 25 minutes
Trump to be first US President to face criminal charges
Donald Trump looks set to make history - becoming the first former US President to face criminal charges over hush money he paid to the adult film star, Stormy Daniels.
3/31/2023 • 25 minutes
Is a 7% minimum pay rise going to stoke inflation?
Business groups say a minimum wage rise to keep up with inflation will put pressure on the RBA to keep hiking interest rates - unions disagree.
3/30/2023 • 25 minutes
Will the RBA pause interest rate hikes as inflation falls again?
The latest inflation figures have just been released - the good news for the Reserve Bank, the Government and indeed most of us - is that inflation has eased for the second month in a row.
3/29/2023 • 25 minutes
Greens slam government's housing fund
The Greens are threatening not to support the Federal Government's Housing Australia Future Fund, saying it doesn't go far enough to address the shortfall in social and affordable housing.
3/28/2023 • 25 minutes
Government and Greens reach deal on Safeguard Mechanism
The federal government's key climate change policy will pass parliament -after the Greens announced they will support the legislation.
3/27/2023 • 25 minutes
Leaders make final pitches ahead of NSW election
New South Wales voters head to the polling booths tomorrow and it's possible that by the end of the weekend, the Liberal-National Coalition will be left without a single government on mainland Australia
3/24/2023 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
An emotional Anthony Albanese releases wording for The Voice
The wording released on the question Australians will be asked on the referendum to allow an Indigenous Voice to parliament.
3/23/2023 • 30 minutes
Alarming rise in homelessness across Australia
New figures reveal a stark rise in homelessness across Australia. The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released the data, following the 2021 Census with the majority of Australians without a place to call home are women and children
3/22/2023 • 25 minutes
IPCC says global climate a 'ticking time bomb'
The Inter Governmental Panel on Climate Change is warning that the climate bomb is ticking. The latest IPCC report has been described as a "final warning" before global warming passes 1.5 degrees Celsius and a "survival guide" to address it
3/21/2023 • 25 minutes
Moves to ban Nazi salute after far-right groups attend rally
Victoria bans Nazi salutes after ugly scenes at a protest over the weekend where a group of masked men performed the offensive ritual on the steps of parliament.
3/20/2023 • 25 minutes
Disagreement in Labor over AUKUS deal
More Labor figures follow Paul Keating speaking out against the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal
3/17/2023 • 25 minutes
Strong jobs figures increase likelihood of more rate hikes
The unemployment rate fell back to 3.5% in February with almost 65 thousand jobs estimated to have been created across the economy.
3/16/2023 • 25 minutes
A cold and expensive winter ahead as power prices set to soar
The World Today examines the events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
3/15/2023 • 25 minutes
AUKUS submarine deal a global transformational event
A US Naval base in San Diego was the scene of an announcement that could prove pivotal for at least the next 50 years of international geopolitics.The details of a massive deal to supply Australia with nuclear powered submarines have finally been revealed. For a price tag of up to 368 billion dollars over the next three decades, the U-S and U-K will share technology and partner in the construction of a new fleet of submarines, in the biggest single investment in Australia's defence capability in history.
3/14/2023 • 25 minutes
Illawarra residents face prospect of nuclear submarine base
What does locals in the Illawarra region of NSW think of the prospect of having a nuclear submarine base on their coastline?