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Melbourne is set to join other Australian cities in the tap-and-go era, with the state government launching public trials for contactless credit and debit card payments on four train lines: Craigieburn, Upfield, Ballarat,
A roundup of the latest news from around the world, including a deadly bar fire in Bangkok, escalating tensions in the Middle East, and a breakthrough in Melbourne's hospitality wars.
From record-breaking wins to controversy and dreams of Melbourne Cup glory
Crystal Palace agrees to a £50m deal for Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen, while Aryna Sabalenka storms into another Melbourne final. Meanwhile, Santander announces the closure of 44 branches, putting 291 jobs at risk. In other news, a bus driver is sacked after chasing a thief, and Serena Williams hints at a possible comeback.
Crystal Palace agrees to a £50m deal for Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen, while Aryna Sabalenka storms into another Melbourne final. Meanwhile, Santander announces 44 branch closures, putting 291 jobs at risk, and Serena Williams refuses to rule out a comeback to professional tennis.
The Australian Open 2026 women's singles semifinals are taking place in Melbourne. Aryna Sabalenka and Elina Svitolina will face Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina. Teofimo López will defend his junior welterweight title against Shakur Stevenson.
A severe heatwave that struck Melbourne and Adelaide in early January has highlighted the glaring contradictions in Australia's fossil fuel policy. As the country sweltered through record-breaking temperatures, experts warned that such extreme weather events are likely to become the norm due to human-caused climate change. The heatwave has sparked renewed calls for the government to reassess its commitment to fossil fuels.
From a potential youth club revival in the UK to a shocking arson attack in Melbourne, and from internet shutdowns in Papua New Guinea to diplomatic efforts between South Korea and China, our global news roundup covers the latest developments from around the world.
A youth club revival in the UK aims to help the 'anxious generation', while a man is arrested over an alleged arson attack on a car with Hanukah decorations in Melbourne. Meanwhile, international diplomacy is underway as South Korea seeks better ties with China, and Papua New Guinea grapples with the shutdown of Starlink internet services.