Australia World Cup star speaks out against referee after big loss to US as coaches complain

Australia's Nestory Irankunda says referee Felix Zwayer had a "stinker" in their 2-0 World Cup loss to the U.S., accusing him of favoring Americans.

What are the lyrics to Australia’s national anthem? ‘Advance Australia Fair’ history

Learn the words to Australia’s national anthem, plus the meaning behind key lyric changes and how the song became the country’s official anthem.
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Inside Australia's soccer team: A complete roster and more about 2026 World Cup squad

Australia is spearheaded by a trio of talented young attackers in Mohamed Toure, Nestory Irankunda and Cristian Volpato.

Australia and the U.S. May Be Allies, But Expect a World Cup Tussle

Diplomatic relations between the countries are almost always strong. But Australia, it seems, has had enough with the disparaging American punditry going into this enormously consequential matchup.

Australia must be ‘monocultural’, says right-wing leader Pauline Hanson

The populist leader blamed the country's housing crisis on extremely high levels of immigration. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Australia gives Ukraine $100m boost against Russia

Australia has committed an extra $100 million in assistance to Ukraine to help procure critical military equipment, years on from Russia's full-scale invasion.

Australia softens impact of capital gains tax reform on small businesses after backlash

SYDNEY, June 18 (Reuters) - The Australian government, in a major turnaround, announced on Thursday changes to its capital gains tax overhaul after critics warned the planned reforms would stifle small businesses.

How many people living in Australia revealed

After ticking over the 28 million people milestone earlier this month, Australia’s latest population figure has been revealed.