Australia

Deniliquin rice mill cuts jobs amid drought and policy issues.

SunRice cut jobs at the Deniliquin rice mill due to lower production.

Blue Economy CRC conducts offshore aquaculture trial in Bass Strait with kingfish fingerlings arriving in Tasmania

Fifteen-thousand yellowtail kingfish fingerlings arrived in Tasmania as part of a three-year offshore aquaculture trial in Bass Strait.

Australia A player Doggett travels to India for Border-Gavaskar Trophy preparations and will return in December for the BBL opener in Chennai

Fast bowler is currently in India with the Australia A team and will be back in December to play the BBL opener in Chennai

16-year-old Australian sim racer competes in the 2026 Porsche eSports Super Cup World Championship

Xavier Cain, a 16-year-old student from Mount Gambier, South Australia, will compete in the 2026 Porsche eSports Super Cup World Championship from his home as part of the top simulator racers. The event starts at 4am Monday, after his 3am alarm, with a US$10,000 prize and a potential real-world development driving spot with Porsche as the prize. Cain is ranked in the top 1% on iRacing and races for Automoves Racing, a team co-founded by Jordan McDonnell.

Sydney Swans reflect after preliminary-final loss to Fremantle

The Cultural and Tourism Development Plan for the 14th Five-Year period was released, outlining targets through 2030. It sets inbound tourism at 190 million and domestic outbound trips at 8.3 billion, and aims to提升 the contribution of culture and tourism to GDP, while expanding high-quality, immersive and personalized travel experiences. It also calls for improved public services, broader tourism product supply, and more convenient travel and payment services to boost domestic and inbound tourism growth.

Dean Cox acknowledges Swans fans amid tough period

Tony Popovic omits Mathew Ryan from Socceroos squad for Brazil matches

Australia coach Tony Popovic has excluded veteran goalkeeper Mathew Ryan from the national squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil. The squad selection includes seven uncapped players as the team prepares for matches in Brisbane and Townsville.

Melbourne homebuyers face higher costs due to market factors

Melbourne homebuyers face higher costs due to market factors

Mick Fanning discusses coping with grief in interview

Mick Fanning discusses coping with grief in interview

Today show undergoes major on-air personnel and format shake-up

Today show undergoes major on-air personnel and format shake-up

Giles Martin revisits Beatles albums with new digital remixes

Nissan confirms the Kicks is being launched in the UK and Europe and says Australia is under consideration; Nissan Australia states no decision yet about introduction.

Nissan confirms the Kicks will be launched in the UK and Europe, with Australia still under consideration and no decision yet. The company also announced a £170 million (A$320.2 million) investment to build the Kicks for the UK and Europe at Sunderland in e-Power hybrid form.

Maserati, JAC and Huawei plan the launch of two pure-electric vehicles: a mid-to-large SUV and a large grand tourer.

Maserati, JAC and Huawei are reported to launch two pure-electric vehicles: a mid-to-large-size SUV and a large grand tourer.

Aroya Cruises completes its Mediterranean Games 2026 charter in Taranto, Italy, hosting over 4,000 athletes and 15,100+ total attendees.

Aroya Cruises completed its Mediterranean Games 2026 charter in Taranto, Italy, hosting over 4,000 competing athletes from 26 nations and more than 15,100 total attendees across a 20-night voyage. The vessel provided a comprehensive hospitality program with 1,200 crew, including tailored dining and wellbeing facilities. The voyage included a special onboard event on 1 September ahead of the Games’ closing on 3 September, with heads of state, royalty, ministers and Olympic leaders in attendance.

Zeekr announces Australian arrival timing for the 7GT with deliveries set for Q1 2027 and launch in Q4 2026.

Zeekr says the 7GT electric wagon will arrive in Australia before the end of 2026, with deliveries beginning in Q1 2027. It will launch in Q4 2026 in three variants (RWD, Long Range RWD, and Performance AWD) using an 800V system and up to 420kW charging. The model features advanced tech, a Euro NCAP 5-star rating, and a comprehensive warranty package.

Lily Rogan's bombed try attempt leads to on-field scuffle among Tigers players.

A bombed try attempt by Lily Rogan sparked a scuffle among Tigers players.

Raecene McGregor reacts after Tigers' 6-0 loss to the Raiders

Raiders semi-final victory: Zahara Temara interviews after win

Foton Automotive unveils European market strategy, planning to localize products and ecosystems in Europe

On September 14 at the Hannover IAA Commercial Vehicles show, Foton Automotive unveiled its European market strategy to localize products and ecosystems. The company announced its global 13 millionth vehicle delivery with the Om Man Galaxy 9, which had been tested in Spain, and outlined targets to reach 50% new energy vehicle sales and 40% internationalization by 2030, with Europe defined as a core hub under an 'In Europe, for Europe' approach.

Head's 75-ball ODI century guides Australia to 2-0 series lead

Raiders and Tigers face off in NRLW elimination final preview

Daly Cherry-Evans will join Hull FC in the Super League next year.

Daly Cherry-Evans is nearing the end of his NRL career, with his final NRL match possibly coming this Saturday’s Sydney Roosters–Cronulla semifinal. He will join Hull FC in the Super League next year, potentially playing against or with players two decades younger than him.

Janice McKenna launched legal action against the estate of Colin McKenna.

Janice McKenna launched legal action against the $365 million estate of Colin McKenna.

Sydney Roosters and Cronulla Sharks are scheduled to play in an NRL semifinal match.

According to ABC Sport, the Sydney Roosters will face the Cronulla Sharks in a sudden-death NRL semifinal on Saturday night, Sept 19, at 7:50pm AEST at the Sydney Football Stadium. The winner will advance to face the Dolphins at Lang Park in the preliminary finals, in a match featuring the ongoing on-field battle between Mark Nawaqanitawase and Ronaldo Mulitalo; this could be Nawaqanitawase’s last NRL game before he returns to rugby union with Saitama Wild Knights.

Travis Head scored a century in 75 balls during a cricket match.

Travis Head scored a century in 75 balls.

The EastLink highway reopened after a collision between a car and a truck caused traffic delays.

The EastLink highway reopened after a car-truck collision.

The reality TV show The Block acquired three heritage buildings from the Victorian government.

The reality TV show The Block acquired three heritage buildings from the Victorian government.

Redevelopment plans for Melbourne public housing towers propose 800 new flats with uncertain public housing allocation.

Redevelopment plans for Melbourne public housing towers include 800 new flats.

Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk withdraws from Beijing Hyrox race

Australia A defeats India A by seven runs to secure a 3-0 series win

Australia A defeated India A by seven runs to win the match.

Meta moves into a new office space in Melbourne

Meta moves into a new office space in Melbourne.

Sydney Swans rebuild their AFL midfield following player suspensions

According to ABC Sport, the Sydney Swans rebuilt their AFL midfield after suspending five key players following last month’s Pullman Hotel incident, focusing on a system-based, role-focused approach to cover the losses of Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, and James Jordon. The side has shown strong middle-field performances in recent games and via players like James Rowbottom, with Errol Gulden reigniting his form as they head into the qualifying final against the Lions.

Briggs forms a new hardcore punk band named Big Noter

Briggs makes his hardcore punk debut with his new band Big Noter.

Haftu Strintzos sets Australia's men's marathon record

According to ABC Sport, Haftu Strintzos has broken Australia's national men's marathon record. Born in eastern Tigray, Ethiopia, he migrated to Melbourne in 2011 after being adopted by Greek Australian aid worker Maria Strintzos, and he recently set the national record while celebrating his 27th birthday.

Rikeya Horne sent off for a HIA at Campbelltown Stadium

Netball Australia holds the third annual First Nations Tournament in Melbourne

According to ABC Sport, Netball Australia is holding the third annual First Nations Tournament in Melbourne, bringing together U23 representative teams from every state and territory. The event follows the establishment of Australia’s inaugural First Nations team, the Black Swans, and comes amid measures to enshrine cultural safety for First Nations athletes; the Spirit Series launched in 2026 with the Black Swans undefeated against Australia’s Pacific neighbours.

Scorchers coach Voges utilizes IPL experience for upcoming BBL opener in Chennai

Scorchers coach prepares for the BBL opener utilizing IPL experience.

A-League season start is threatened as top referees go on strike

According to ABC Sport, top Australian referees have been on strike since September 4 over proposed changes that would see referees contracted directly by the league rather than Football Australia, with the A-League Men and Women seasons set to start in mid-October. The PFRA says the changes would be detrimental to referees and raise integrity concerns, while the APL and FA say they are continuing to work toward a resolution. The dispute follows years of governance changes since the 2020 decoupling of the A-League from Football Australia, and concerns about the league’s management and finances.

Mat Croker shines as a key player for the Newcastle Knights heading into an NRL final

According to ABC Sport, Mat Croker has been the key to Newcastle Knights' late-season surge, as he is the only Knights player to appear in every game this year and helped them reach a sudden-death final against the Warriors after a 20-10 win over the Rabbitohs. He notched the Knights' best season moment with his 100th NRL game earlier this year, and the team leads the league in tries from their own half with 31, with more than a quarter starting from Croker as first receiver.

New Zealand Cricket parts ways with women's team coach Ben Sawyer

Justin McInerney in contention to return for Sydney preliminary final

Justin McInerney is a chance to return for the preliminary final clash with Fremantle.

Melbourne Theatre Company includes a new play about a 1980s secret meeting in its 2027 program

Melbourne Theatre Company announced a new play imagining a 1980s meeting for its 2027 program.

South Africa calls up Mokoena to replace injured Ngidi for the ODI series against Australia

South Africa called up Mokoena for the ODI series against Australia.

LA Rams coach hopes never to play in Australia again after Melbourne defeat

Visesio Kite extends his contract with La Rochelle until 2030

Visesio Kite signed a contract extension with La Rochelle until 2030.

Melbourne private school teacher salaries face budget pressures

Springboks prepare to face Wallabies in Perth

Dolphins re-sign Cobbo and Finefeuiaki, two more signings secured

Masakadza removes Mitch Marsh with sharp delivery

Kemp floored by heavy tackle from Lutu

Hawthorn ends North Melbourne's 32-game AFLW streak in Cairns

City of Melbourne appoints Chris Apostolou as acting CTIO

City of Melbourne appointed Chris Apostolou as acting chief technology and information officer.

Isabella Waterman gives Raiders early lead at Campbelltown Stadium

Optus considers banning smart glasses in stores and offices over privacy concerns

Optus contemplated cyber security policies to regulate or ban smart glasses in stores and offices.

Westpac completes an intranet migration project using AI tokens costing USD 12,000

Westpac spent USD 12,000 in AI tokens on intranet migration.

Anthropic signs deal to use part of proposed $32bn Queensland data centre

Australian government considers ban on smart glasses in Commonwealth workplaces

RBA governor warns inflation is too high ahead of rate decision