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National news, government decisions and stories affecting communities across Australia.
2 November 2026
The Emergency Management Minister has inspected the massive aerial firefighting fleet now in position, but warns it may not be enough to save some communities.
2 November 2026
‘I live in Australia ... you do not live in Australia ... you are not Australian’
2 November 2026
Hundreds of gun owners have already signed up to surrender their firearms for cash but the political battle is only just beginning.
2 November 2026
Police say he initially fled the scene but is expected to be interviewed in the coming days.
2 November 2026
A series of storms have dumped hail on communities across the south-east through Monday afternoon and evening.
2 November 2026
PRESS RELEASE Nov 1, 2026 11:01 PM Eastern Standard Time AIT Worldwide Logistics Expands Global Footprint to Oceania with Acquisition of Australia-Based Forwarder Connor Anderson International Strategic investment increases AIT’s geographic reach, high-tech logistics support capabilities ITASCA, Ill. –(BUSINESS WIRE)–Supply chain solutions leader AIT Worldwide Logistics (“AIT”) has finalized an agreement to acquire Connor Anderson International (“CAI”), a global freight forwarder based in Sydney. Founded in 1974, CAI delivers comprehensive logistics support, including sea, air and ... The post AIT Worldwide acquires Australia’s Connor Anderson appeared first on The Loadstar .
2 November 2026
Jasper Jones writer sent multiple messages about his sexual desire for young boys, Western Australian district court hears Warning: This article contains graphic content The young adult novelist was jailed on Monday for seven months after pleading guilty to distributing and possessing child exploitation material earlier this year.
2 November 2026
Nearly 300 occupations still facing shortages ahead of Christmas despite labour market improvement overall.
2 November 2026
A Darwin childcare centre and its supervisor have been convicted and fined over the death of 22-month-old Ebony Thompson, who died three years ago after becoming trapped in a fence.
2 November 2026
Sydney deploys heavily armed police unit after Bondi attack
2 November 2026
The child was found dead after the fire at a home in Collie, in WA's South West, on Sunday afternoon.
2 November 2026
ACT police are investigating after a student and another person were allegedly stabbed during an altercation in the car park of Lake Tuggeranong College in Canberra's south.
2 November 2026
Australia have omitted Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc from their squads for the upcoming white-ball series against England. The three fast bowlers, described as the team’s star pace trio, will not be part of the selections for the matches. BBC Sport reported the omissions. The move means the white-ball squads named for the England series will not include those three frontline pacemen. No further details about replacements, reasons for the omissions or squad composition were provided in the report.
2 November 2026
Emergency services were called to a remote track near a Far North Queensland goldfield but the 44-year-old died at the scene.
2 November 2026
A manhunt in Far North Queensland has led to the arrest of a 34-year-old who police allege held a woman at gunpoint over several days before she managed to escape on Saturday morning.
2 November 2026
An interstate group has made around $50,000 in 10 days after posing as a licensed disposal operation for old tyres, Tasmanian authorities say.
2 November 2026
An exhibition has been abruptly shuttered by the University of Tasmania after one day, following a complaint made during its installation.
2 November 2026
The 30-year-old will continue his career at a third club.
2 November 2026
Disgraced Australian author Craig Silvey is jailed by a Perth judge after admitting he distributed graphic images of adults abusing children over a messaging service.
2 November 2026
‘I dreamed of calling it when I was a kid, so it’s like Christmas for me.’
2 November 2026
Rob Whittaker's last fight in Sydney was so long ago he can barely remember it, but Australia's first UFC champion, now bulked up, is finally coming home for his first hometown fight since 2014.
2 November 2026
A Queensland woman is ordered to repaint her red roof after neighbours complained the colour was "offensive" and "threatening".
2 November 2026
Transport Minister Kerry Vincent says the growth in patronage has been "fantastic" and the government is considering whether public transport can stay free indefinitely.
2 November 2026
Australia's batting flopped in the final two Tests in South Africa, but coach Andrew McDonald says the performances of several new faces have left the squad in a better position. The batting failures cost the team in those matches, yet McDonald pointed to the output from debutants and recently introduced players as a positive to build on. ABC reported McDonald made the comments after the conclusion of the Tests in South Africa. He said the contributions from new players gave the side more depth and options moving forward. While the late collapses exposed vulnerabilities in the batting order, the coach’s assessment suggests selectors and coaching staff can take confidence from the incoming talent and use that as a platform for future preparation and selection decisions.
2 November 2026
A strong field of Australian hopefuls and international raiders is preparing for the race that stops the nation on Tuesday.
2 November 2026
The veteran appears set to be dropped after a nightmare series in South Africa.
2 November 2026
The popular hoop is confident he will be fit despite fracturing his collarbone in a nasty fall.
2 November 2026
Australia have named young squads for the upcoming white-ball series with England, resting several of their superstars and frontline quicks. 7NEWS Sport reported the selection comes as Australia move on quickly from their series defeat to South Africa with a new-look group. The changes hand younger players opportunities at international level while established stars and pace bowlers are given a break. Selectors have reshuffled the squad to present fresh options for the short-format series against England. The move signals a rapid shift in personnel following the loss in South Africa and gives cricket fans a preview of potential future regulars in Australia’s white-ball line-up.
