Commemorative QEII coins draw online mockery as collectors snap them up
Two QEII commemorative coins released by the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra stir online mockery over the portrait, even as collectors move quickly to purchase them.
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ABC 50/50 quiz tests Gladiator, Bond—and the right to party
ABC launches a new 50/50 quiz in February 2026, challenging players with two-option questions about Gladiator, James Bond and the right to party. Here’s what’s known, and what isn’t.
Australian-born skipper backs Scotland’s Six Nations push ahead of Italy clash
Scotland’s Australian-born captain Sione Tuipulotu leads a revamped backline as the team aims for a quick start in Italy and a confident Six Nations bid for the season.
What To Watch on TV this Week: The Artful Dodger, Lord of the Flies, Brassic and Love Story
A guide to this week’s Australian TV lineup featuring The Artful Dodger, a new take on Lord of the Flies, Brassic and Love Story: JFK Jr & Carolyn Bessette. Find out what to watch and when.
Power bill tweak could cost low earners hundreds under regulator proposal
A national regulator’s tariff redesign could shift costs across households, with low-income families potentially paying more while high-usage households stand to gain, during an ongoing consultation.
Local pools stay cool as heat taps regional towns across Australia
Locals and visitors flock to public pools in regional towns to beat the heat this summer. A snapshot of where Aussies cool off, how pools cope, and what remains unclear.
Trump’s Obama video flagged as racist, with a second alarming detail
Racist footage linked to a Trump Obama video has circulated online, drawing condemnation and renewed concern about accountability in digital political discourse. This report outlines what is known and what remains uncertain.
Disasters Leave Regional Victorians Stranded as Phone Service Outages Persist
Residents across regional Victoria face ongoing phone service outages as disasters strain networks, leaving communities anxious about safety and demanding clearer restoration timelines.
Slow-cooking Aussie eyes Phoenix Open charge after 36 holes
Australian golfer Min Woo Lee sits five shots off the Phoenix Open lead after 36 holes at TPC Scottsdale, as the desert course tests patience and precision.
Kurds in Australia march on Parliament amid rising fears and pressure
Australian Kurds gathered outside Parliament to highlight how a distant conflict touches their lives, urging lawmakers to respond with attention and practical support.