Australia
Autism researchers' early screening tool is world's most effective - study
Australian researchers have developed a tool that more than halves the average age of an autism diagnosis in children.
Tough times for Fiji as wheat price surges
An increase in the price of flour has raised widespread concerns in Fiji that low-income households will be severely affected.
Fijiana Drua captain Tawake moved to the front-row for Super W game with the Reds
Fijiana Drua captain Bitila Tawake shifts from number eight to the front-row after a dominant
Wrecked Samoa patrol boat to be written off
Samoa's badly damaged patrol boat Nafanua II is beyond repair and is being tagged for disposal by the Australian government.
Ukraine invasion: China eyes the Indo-Pacific - Australian intelligence boss
Australia's intelligence chief says a "troubling new strategic convergence" between Beijing and Moscow has developed and the risk of "major power conflict" has grown since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Crusaders' Jason Ryan stoked with Fiji Drua's first win
Crusaders' assistant coach Jason Ryan says he is thrilled that the Fiji Drua were able to rack up their first win in the Super Rugby Pacific competition last week.
'Very dangerous' situation: Severe weather continues to pummel NSW, Queensland
The NSW premier says "things will get worse before they get better" with up to 200mm of rain expected.
'Rain bomb' hits Australia's northeast, killing seven
A severe storm system pummelled Australia's northeastern city of Brisbane on Sunday, causing evacuations, power outages and school closures as the death toll climbed to seven from accompanying flash…
Drivers swept away in flash floods in Australia, more rain to come
Widespread flash floods unleashed by heavy rain in Australia have swept cars off the road and drowned motorists, including an emergency services volunteer.
Australia: Borders reopen, AGL takeover, China flashpoint
Australia commentator Karen Middleton joins Kathryn to talk about the reopening of Australia's borders after 704 days, who are the first arrivals likely to be? Australian tech billionaire Mike… Audio
Post-tsunami: Supporting Tongan workers amid Covid-19
In the aftermath of the volcanic eruption and tsunami, a range of support measures have been implemented by key stakeholders to support Tongan seasonal workers in NZ as they come to terms with the…
Norfolk lawyer chasing a seat in Aust federal parliament
A Norfolk Island lawyer standing in this year's federal elections in Australia hopes to make people aware of the plight of the island and Canberra's mismanagement of it.
Australia: PM's charm offensive, Canberra protest, Qantas 'price gouging'
Australia correspondent Bernard Keane looks at Prime Minister Scott Morrison's attempt to turn on the charm with his family and a ukulele performance ahead of the federal election, even as two… Audio
Isolation requirements for those entering NZ from Aus relaxed
Isolation requirements for those entering the country from Australia are about to become much more flexible.
A seven day self isolation period will begin at the end of the month, for vaccinated New… Video, Audio
Ron Brierley released from jail early due to declining health
Ron Brierley has been released from Sydney's Long Bay jail without having to serve his full original sentence.
Grace Tame received 'threatening' phone call regarding PM's reputation
Grace Tame says a senior member of an organisation funded by the Australian government asked her not to say anything controversial about Scott Morrison, in a "threatening" phone call while she was…
Australia: Anti-vax protesters, PM's poll trouble, apology to women
Australia correspondent Karen Middleton joins Kathryn to talk about the anti-vax protest that has tried to take over Parliament House in Canberra. Meanwhile Covid has ripped through aged care homes… Audio
Australia counts its koalas and there are surprisingly few left
There used to be millions of koalas in Australia. Now there are just 90 thousand in Queensland and NSW. A new report says that'll drop to 63,000 by 2032 and is calling for koalas to be declared… Audio
Peter Fitzsimons, are Australians ready to ditch the monarchy?
Former Australian rugby player and author Peter Fitzsimons is the chair of the Australian Republic Movement. He has launched a new campaign called the "Australian Choice" model. The idea is to… Audio
Covid-19 cases fall in NSW and Victoria, but death toll mounting
Case numbers are falling in Australia's NSW and Victoria, but both states are still grappling with deaths and relying heavily on rapid antigen tests.
