Australia

One Nation Ties with Coalition in Historic Poll Surge Sydney, 9 January 2026 – Pauline Hanson’s One Nation has achieved a historic milestone, drawing level with the Coalition on 23 per cent of the primary vote in a new DemosAU poll, while Labor trails at 29 per cent. The surge follows the Bondi Beach attack […]

Hobart Weather Forecast for January 2026: Mild Temperatures and Light Showers Expected Hobart, 9 January 2026 – Hobart is experiencing mild weather at the start of January 2026, with daytime highs ranging from 19°C to 26°C and some light rainfall recorded. Based on long-term averages and current forecasts, the month promises pleasant conditions with moderate

Horsham Bushfire: Evacuation Warnings as Grassfire Threatens Regional Centre Horsham, 9 January 2026 – An out-of-control grassfire west of Horsham has prompted urgent evacuation and shelter-in-place warnings for several towns in western Victoria. Authorities have issued a Watch and Act alert for Horsham and surrounding areas, with a wind change expected to make the fire

Bushfires Threaten Horsham Area as Evacuations Ordered Horsham, 9 January 2026 – A dangerous grassfire is burning near Natimuk, prompting immediate evacuations and warnings for residents in the Horsham region as Victoria braces for catastrophic fire conditions. Authorities have issued leave immediately alerts, with smoke expected to impact Horsham soon. Current Fire Situation The grassfire,

Australian Families Gain Access to Subsidised Childcare with 3 Day Guarantee Sydney, 9 January 2026 – From 5 January 2026, the Australian Government implemented the 3 Day Childcare Subsidy Update, ensuring all eligible families receive at least three days of subsidised childcare per week, regardless of their work or study hours. Key Changes to the

Rachel Zegler Addresses Snow White Backlash in Candid Interview Sydney, 8 January 2026 – Rachel Zegler, the star of Disney’s 2025 live-action Snow White remake, has opened up about the intense backlash she faced, attributing her resilience to therapy and medication while defending her outspoken views on social issues. The Snow White Controversy Rachel Zegler,

Australia’s Bushfire Maps Highlight Escalating Risks Amid Severe Heatwave Sydney, 8 January 2026 – As Australia endures one of its most intense heatwaves in years, bushfire maps from various sources indicate elevated fire dangers across multiple states, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales. Emergency warnings have been issued for communities near raging fires, with

Government Adopts Jillian Segal’s Antisemitism Plan Amid Bondi Attack Fallout Canberra, 8 January 2026 – Following the devastating Bondi Beach terror attack that claimed 15 lives, the Albanese Government has formally adopted the Plan to Combat Antisemitism developed by Special Envoy Jillian Segal AO. Released in July 2025, the plan outlines 13 recommendations and 49

Australia Chases 160 to Seal Ashes Series Victory on Day Five at SCG Sydney, 8 January 2026 – Australia requires 160 runs to secure a 4-1 series win in the Ashes after dismissing England for 342 in their second innings. Jacob Bethell’s 154 anchored England’s resistance, but Mitchell Starc’s three wickets, including Bethell’s dismissal, swung

Clive Churchill: The Little Master of Rugby League Sydney, 7 January 2026 – Clive Bernard Churchill, born on 21 January 1927 in Newcastle, New South Wales, was an iconic Australian rugby league footballer and coach, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the game. Known as “The Little Master” for