A look back at Australia's tumultuous 2025, featuring a devastating terror attack, a landmark election, climate disasters, and the nation's most gripping stories. Explore the key events that shaped the year.
Discover a fantastic range of free workshops, exhibitions, and performances for children across Australia this summer, from giant puppet whales to comic creation and reading challenges.
GameCentral's 2025 awards honour the year's best visuals, music, and innovation, while also naming the worst game. Discover the unsung heroes and the one to avoid.
From the Bondi terror attack to Diwali lights and climate protests, Guardian Australia's photographers captured a nation's defining moments in 2025. Explore the powerful images.
A look back at the defining events of 2025, from California's wildfires and Trump's inauguration to Middle East tensions and the rise of Reform. Watch our summary video.
The Boddington bushfire threat eases but residents cannot return home, while Queensland and the NT face severe flooding from monsoonal rain. Get the latest updates.
A new book, Retro Australia, reveals rare photographs from the 1950s to 1970s, showcasing a nation undergoing profound transformation. Explore the nostalgic collection now.
A British father living in Australia for 15 years is facing deportation after allegedly posting antisemitic content online. Read the full story on the crackdown on hate speech.
A 43-year-old British national in Queensland has had his visa cancelled and faces deportation after being charged with displaying Nazi symbols and advocating violence against Jewish people online.
Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.
Australian newspapers have revelled in England's Ashes defeat, declaring the 'death of Bazball' after a 3-0 series victory. Read the full reaction and what's next for both teams.
Australia faces a weather split this Christmas, with severe heatwaves on the Queensland-NSW border and Melbourne bracing for its coldest Christmas Day since 2006. Get the full forecast.
England's Ashes dream ends in Adelaide. Head coach Brendon McCullum admits regret over team preparation, while captain Ben Stokes confirms he will continue to lead the side. Full reaction.
Pat Cummins has captained Australia to Ashes retention, joining a legendary group of skippers. We analyse the historic win and the challenge of winning in England. Read the full story.
Mitchell Starc starred as Australia defeated England by 82 runs in the third Test to retain the Ashes with a 3-0 series lead. Read the full match report and analysis.
England staged a spirited fightback on day four of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, but Australia remain in a commanding position, needing just 141 runs to win with 10 wickets in hand. Follow the live action and key moments.
Travis Head's patient century on day three in Adelaide has Australia in a commanding position, building on the explosive start he made in Perth. Read the full analysis of the Ashes battle.
Travis Head's unbeaten 142 leaves England needing a record run chase in Adelaide. Australia lead by 356 runs, pushing the Ashes series towards a 3-0 scoreline. Read the full day three report.
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
Discover The Guardian's definitive cultural highlights of 2025, featuring the year's most groundbreaking films, must-watch TV series, and essential music releases. Explore the full list now.
The ECB and Cricket Australia are in talks to replace the controversial Snicko DRS technology with UltraEdge for the Boxing Day Test after a series of errors in Adelaide. Could a mid-series switch happen?
Nathan Lyon celebrates a historic Ashes performance, moving clear as Australia's second-highest Test wicket-taker, as England's batting collapses under pressure. Read the full analysis.
England's Ashes hopes are hanging by a thread after a brutal second day in Adelaide saw them collapse to 213-8, trailing Australia by 158 runs. Pat Cummins led a ferocious bowling attack as controversy over Snicko technology flared.
Usman Khawaja's 82 and Alex Carey's century rescue Australia on Day 1 in Adelaide after Steve Smith's late withdrawal. England's missed opportunities prove costly. Analysis from the Ashes.
Alex Carey's brilliant century helped Australia recover from an early England onslaught to reach 326-8 on day one of the crucial third Ashes Test in Adelaide. Full match report.
Australia suffer major Ashes blow as Steve Smith is ruled out of the third Test in Adelaide due to concussion. Usman Khawaja returns to the side. Get the latest team news.
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Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja faces an uncertain Test future after being left out of the XI for the crucial third Ashes match in Adelaide. Read the full team news.
With Australia leading 2-0, the third Ashes Test in Adelaide could see the hosts seal the series. Explore the local appetite for a whitewash and the pressure on England's Bazball philosophy.
Alex Carey delivered a historic wicketkeeping performance in Brisbane, hailed as one of the finest Ashes displays, propelling Australia to a 2-0 series lead. Discover the details of his game-changing brilliance.