Australian News

1. Australia / Security:

   • Police will carry long-arm rifles at Sydney's final Ashes Test due to heightened security following the Bondi terror attack. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com

2. World / Tragedy:

   • A deadly fire at a Swiss ski resort bar during New Year's Eve celebrations killed at least 40 people, including an Australian, with dozens injured and many still fighting for their lives. Investigators believe sparklers in champagne bottles ignited the blaze. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au 👉 sbs.com.au

3. Australia / Crime:

   • A man died from gunshot wounds in Melbourne's inner north, sparking a police manhunt for the shooter. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

4. Australia / Tragedy:

   • A 45-year-old mother drowned while trying to save her son at Dunbogan Beach, NSW, marking one of several beach-related fatalities at the start of 2026. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au

5. Australia / Health:

   • A mother suffered severe burns in a Christmas Eve barbecue explosion, issuing an urgent warning about BBQ safety. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au

6. Australia / Domestic Violence:

   • A Darwin councillor spoke out after her ex-partner was convicted of domestic violence, describing him as "aggressive and violent." 👉 abc.net.au

7. Australia / Environment:

   • A "horrific" animal cruelty case led to the euthanasia of a wallaby joey after a complaint was made about its treatment. 👉 abc.net.au

8. Australia / Sports:

   • Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from Test cricket, calling it an emotional decision. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au

9. Australia / Politics:

   • Calls for a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack intensified as business leaders and Catholic bishops joined the chorus. 👉 sbs.com.au 👉 theguardian.com

10. Australia / Economy:

    • Australian beef producers face new tariff challenges from China, with imports now subject to higher restrictions. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 sbs.com.au

11. Australia / Safety:

    • A mother warned of the dangers of BBQ explosions after suffering severe burns while cooking on Christmas Eve. 👉 abc.net.au

12. Australia / Environment:

    • Millions of coffee pods end up in landfills annually, but recycling schemes are emerging to tackle the waste. 👉 abc.net.au

13. Australia / Animals:

    • A warning was issued to watch out for baby echidnas after puggle burrows became a hazard in some areas. 👉 abc.net.au

14. Australia / Sports:

    • Naomi Osaka revealed she is "really sick" ahead of the Australian Open, raising concerns about her health. 👉 7news.com.au

15. Australia / Crime:

    • A man was stabbed at a Port Macquarie service station, with police investigating the incident. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

16. Australia / Health:

    • A measles exposure warning was issued in northern Sydney after a traveller returned from Indonesia. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

17. Australia / Economy:

    • A $30 million Megadraw lottery saw Australians buying 2,500 tickets per minute, with one winner potentially set to win the life-changing jackpot. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

18. Australia / Tragedy:

    • A house fire in Sydney’s southwest killed one person and injured two others, with a body found at the scene. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

19. Australia / Mining:

    • A worker is missing after a coal mine collapse in Queensland, with rescue teams racing to reach them. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com 👉 abc.net.au

20. Australia / Travel:

    • Australian luxury travelers are heading to destinations like Japan, Italy, and Croatia in 2026, with costs varying widely. 👉 sbs.com.au

21. World / Politics:

    • Donald Trump claimed to know the cause of his hand bruises, saying he takes a higher daily dose of aspirin than his doctors recommend. 👉 9news.com.au

22. Australia / Sports:

    • Australian cricketers are on edge ahead of the final Ashes Test, with selection decisions still uncertain. 👉 7news.com.au

23. Australia / Environment:

    • Flood warnings remain in place across Queensland’s northeast as monsoonal rains continue. 👉 9news.com.au

24. Australia / Food:

    • A Vietnamese bánh mì appreciation group has reignited interest in Vietnamese baguettes across Sydney. 👉 abc.net.au

25. Australia / Culture:

    • A collection of over 4,000 photos of male couples, including more than 100 now on display in Canberra, was discovered in a Dallas antique store. 👉 abc.net.au

26. World / Politics:

    • Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has been making increasingly prominent appearances in North Korean state media, fueling speculation about her future leadership role. 👉 abc.net.au

27. Australia / Animals:

    • A brumby rehoming program on the NSW Mid North Coast has successfully rehomed about a third of the wild horse population as pets. 👉 abc.net.au

28. Australia / Technology:

    • A social media ban for children under 16 took effect in Australia, leading to a surge in alternative platforms. 👉 9news.com.au

29. Australia / Politics:

    • Former Victorian premiers joined calls for a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack, criticizing the government's handling of the situation. 👉 9news.com.au

30. Australia / Health:

    • A rare "Wolf Moon" will be visible in the skies tonight, offering stargazers a spectacular view. 👉 abc.net.au

31. World / Events:

    • The Australian Open will feature performances by Crowded House, continuing the tradition of live music during the tournament. 👉 9now.nine.com.au

32. Australia / Animals:

    • A warning was issued about magpies being found paralyzed by an unexplained illness, raising concerns among locals. 👉 sbs.com.au

33. Australia / Politics:

    • A former Howard-era immigration minister criticized Sussan Ley’s policies, offering advice on immigration reform. 👉 sbs.com.au

34. Australia / Environment:

    • A coal mine collapse in Queensland left one worker missing and rescue teams racing to reach them. 👉 abc.net.au

35. World / Politics:

    • Donald Trump said the US would intervene if Iran "violently kills" protesters, escalating tensions in the region. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 sbs.com.au

36. Australia / Sports:

    • Todd Murphy is in line for a comeback in the Ashes series, with the Sydney Cricket Ground's pitch conditions under scrutiny. 👉 abc.net.au

37. Australia / Culture:

    • A new exhibition in Canberra features photographs of men in love, including images that were once illegal to possess. 👉 abc.net.au

38. Australia / Health:

    • A new study suggests that reading goals should focus on enjoyment rather than quantity to avoid turning reading into a chore. 👉 abc.net.au

39. Australia / Science:

    • A rare red sprite was captured in the sky over Western Australia by a storm chaser, offering a glimpse of an unusual atmospheric phenomenon. 👉 abc.net.au

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