Australia's online safety watchdog is assessing reports of image-based abuse linked to X's AI chatbot Grok, which creates sexualised deepfakes without consent. Read the latest on the investigation.
A severe heatwave sweeps South Australia and Victoria, with temperatures hitting 46C. Firefighters warn landscapes are 'ready to burn' amid extreme fire danger ratings. Stay informed and check on vulnerable neighbours.
Southern Australia endures a severe heatwave in January 2026, with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Authorities issue health warnings as the extreme weather impacts major cities. Read more on the climate implications.
From 1 January 2026, Australians will see cheaper prescription medicines, new rules for cash payments, and major state law changes. Discover all the key updates coming into effect.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Elon Musk's X platform successfully appealed to lift a geo-block on footage of the Charlie Kirk shooting in Australia. The review board reclassified the video as R18+, citing its significance as a public record.
Two decades after Australia's worst race riots erupted at Cronulla Beach, we examine if underlying racial tensions have truly been addressed or if social media now fuels the same hatred.
Australia will face the USA, Paraguay, and a European playoff winner in Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Discover the key fixtures and historic matchups awaiting the Socceroos.
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant faces Senate questions on Roblox's child protection measures following a Guardian investigation. Read the full details and official response.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, defends the nation's Online Safety Act against US criticism, highlighting its role in protecting citizens from online harm. Read the full story.
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
Four-year-old Gus Lamont vanished from his family's remote South Australian homestead two months ago. Police continue one of state's largest missing person searches.
Confusion surrounds Pat Cummins and Usman Khawaja's fitness for the second Ashes Test. Why is Cricket Australia's communication so opaque? Discover the latest updates.
Barnaby Joyce may defect to One Nation as a UK deepfake company is blocked in Australia for generating child exploitation material. Follow our live politics blog.
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Discover which platforms are included, how age checks work, and the appeal process for wrongful bans.
Meta will deactivate Instagram, Facebook and Threads accounts for Australian users under 16 by December 10. Find out how this social media ban affects young teenagers.
Australia's Liberal Party unveils plan to slash immigration by targeting international students and skilled migrants. Discover the proposed changes and their potential impact.
Eastern Australia faces damaging storms with 100mm rain expected in Brisbane. Severe weather warning issued for Queensland and NSW with flash flooding risks.
Cameron Green stakes his Ashes claim with a strong 94 and crucial injury-free bowling spell for Western Australia. The all-rounder's performance provides selectors with a welcome boost ahead of the first Test.
Australia's cricket team secured a dramatic 2-1 T20 series win against India after a stunning comeback in the decisive fourth match, with Tim David's explosive batting proving decisive.