Multiple historic statues were damaged in Melbourne and Canberra ahead of Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, as protests around the country showed support for Indigenous people who do not consider it a day to celebrate.

It’s no secret that Canberra punches above its modest weight. The food (and wine) is some of the best in the country, spoiled by the finest of both Victoria and New South Wales produce. Then you have the relaxed pace,

From celebrations large and small, to the thousands who became new citizens and tens of thousands of others who rallied for Indigenous rights, Australia Day has been marked across the country in varying ways.

I moved from Melbourne to Canberra, and it proved me wrong. Here is everything that I love and have learned about this leafy city.

More than three years after fleeing Afghanistan as the Taliban swept to power, a women's team of refugee cricketers will play an exhibition match in Melbourne on Thursday, hoping it will be a first step on the path to full internationals.

An AFL legend who helped raise more than $100m to find a cure for motor neurone disease (MND) after his own diagnosis has been named Australian of the Year for 2025.

Oscar Jenkins remains alive in Russian captivity, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong, despite earlier reports he had been killed.

For Benafsha Hashimi and other Afghan women living in exile in Australia, the chance to once again represent their country on the cricket field is a dream come true.

Tony-award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen will wrap up its Australian tour after the Melbourne season concludes.

A Melbourne private school has been fined $140,000 after one of its students fell fatally ill on an overseas class trip.

Mel Jones has just touched down in Sydney after a stint working with Sky Sports in the UK. Jones, a 66-time Australia rep and a highly regarded commentator and presenter, makes her way through immigration.

Cooper Townsend (Newcastle Knights) Gets the nod as skipper for the side as a reward for his strong work during the pre-season as a hard-running lock-forward. Led the Western Rams in the Johns Cup last year and the Dubbo junior is as tough as they come.