He's Australia's most decorated soldier. Now he's at the centre of a historic war crimes case
Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say.
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Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say.
Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, historians say.
Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social…
Allrounder Nicola Carey returns to the list while Grace Harris retains her deal
Ben Roberts-Smith faces five charges of the war crime of murder, which has a penalty of life in prison.
Australia's most decorated living veteran has been charged with allegedly killing five unarmed Afghans between 2009 and 2012.
Australia's most decorated living veteran has been charged with allegedly killing five unarmed Afghans between 2009 and 2012.
Ben Roberts-Smith, who denies all wrongdoing, previously lost a landmark defamation case over the alleged murders.
Graham Arnold was received by jubilant Iraqi fans upon his return to Australia after a successful qualification campaign.
Iraqis in Sydney turned out in full force to welcome coach Graham Arnold as he returned to Australia.
American Sha-Carri Richardson overcomes a disadvantage of up to 10 metres to become only the third woman to win the Stawell Gift from the back of the field.
In an epic bout for the championship, Premier Boxing Champions travels “Down Under,” where Australian boxer Tim Tszyu (26-3-0) takes on Albanian Denis Nurja (20-0-0)…
Hundreds of petrol stations across Australia have run out of fuel as the Iran war disrupts global oil shipments and pushes up prices.
Double-murderer Dezi Freeman evaded capture for seven months in the bush but police believe he had help.
A terror suspect accused of killing 15 people in a shooting spree on Bondi Beach has lost a bid to protect the identities of family members.
Anthony Albanese used a rare TV address to tell Australians that the "months ahead may not be easy" amid the global effects of the war.
Porepunkah has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
Regulator eSafety says it has concerns about how Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube are complying with the ban.
The Australian town has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
Freeman has been wanted since the fatal shooting of two police officers in Porepunkah in August.
Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been wanted since he shot dead two police officers on his rural property in August last year.
A fugitive accused of killing two police officers is believed to have been shot dead, Australian police have said.
Victoria and Tasmania incentivise commuters not to drive as the Iran war causes the price of petrol to shoot up.
Public transport will be made free in two Australian states because of rising petrol shortages due to the Iran war.
Hundreds of bakers head to the city's botanic gardens to share and savour their colourful creations.
Phoebe Litchfield top-scored with 77 and Georgia Wareham had an impressive all-round game
Fear for future of peaceful protest in Australia while some say Jewish community being prioritised over others.
Some Australia players missed out on "half a million pounds" so they could be part of Australia's Test series against Bangladesh, says captain Pat Cummins.
The medicines regulator is proposing stricter rules after more than a dozen products were recalled.
Australia's Home Affairs Department said decision to ban Iranian visitors amid the war was in the 'national interest'.
Paul C Brunson pays an emotional tribute to his fellow TV relationship expert, who died on Tuesday.
The woman had taken MDMA and three litres of vodka when she vandalised the piece nicknamed Blue Blob.
Staff have walked out for 24 hours over a pay rise offer that was below inflation.
Australia and the EU sign sweeping trade and security deals after years of negotiations.
The 24-hour long strike is expected to disrupt live television and radio broadcasts.
Three months since it came into effect, teenagers tell the BBC how the world-first law has impacted their lives so far.
The legspinner claimed three wickets in the first match against West Indies but may still be forced out of the XI at the World Cup
Recent events abroad and at home have fuelled an ongoing surge of Islamophobia in Australia.
The Australian prime minister was booed by protesters during a visit to the country's largest mosque.
The government's response to the Israel-Gaza war and rising Islamophobia has angered many Muslim Australians.
Jack Edwards's injury adds to the growing list of Australian quick bowlers who have been hit with injuries ahead of IPL 2026
Caution will be taken with Australia's new captain ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year
Caution will be taken with Australia's new captain ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year
Victoria need to find room for Fergus O'Neill for the final with coach Chris Rogers saying it's a "hard decision"
A successful chase was always unlikely for Queensland who had started the round a chance of the final
Australia's three-match series in West Indies is crucial in the build-up to the T20 World Cup later this year