Is Australia’s buy now, pay later boom at an end?
Several firms promised to disrupt the consumer credit market by offering consumers their purchases instantly and the bill later. Did it work?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast
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13.08.2026
Wallabies swing changes as Les Kiss searches for pieces to fit playmaker puzzle | Jack Snape
Australia head coach called in Carter Gordon to face Japan in Townsville but will keep investigating his flyhalf options before next year’s World CupMay the merry-go-round continue, after Wallabies co
Sport
theguardian.com
13.08.2026
England bolters: Who makes a late bid for a RL World Cup spot?
We are just two months out from the Rugby League World Cup and with that in mind, every Super League player will have a place on the plane to Australia in the back of their mind.
Sport
skysports.com
13.08.2026
Australian jury convicts former Catholic bishop of sexually abusing 2 men
An Australian jury has convicted former Catholic bishop Christopher Saunders of sexually abusing two young Indigenous men
World
abcnews.com
13.08.2026
China's WeRide eyes Australia, Southeast Asia among potential new markets after strong Q2
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
13.08.2026
My Brilliant Career review – a joyous heroine lights up this rare and beautiful period drama
Phillipa Northeast is brilliant as a young woman rebelling against society’s expectations in 1890s Australia. It is witty, intelligent and absolutely glorious to watch“I’m hot headed, with a snub nose
Culture
theguardian.com
13.08.2026
Australia politics live: Telstra pays CEO $6.8m for year despite nationwide outage; Victorian premier tells student protesters against Pauline Hanson to ‘stay in school’
Vicki Brady still paid close to $7m despite 20% of her bonus being docked by the company. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLegislation forcing tech co
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theguardian.com
13.08.2026
Australian army whistleblower released on parole after more than two years in jail
David McBride was jailed after pleading guilty to leaking military secrets about Afghanistan.
World
bbc.co.uk
13.08.2026
Ignore the doomsdayers – property investing in Australia is far from broken
Investor loan applications may have fallen since the start of the year, but the slump already appears to be turning aroundGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIgnore the doomsday
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13.08.2026
What can we learn from Australia’s social media ban for teens?
The Aussie experiment comes amid a lack of clear evidence that the apps harm the majority of adolescents. It may take a dramatic research pivot to finally reveal what’s going on and how to fix it.
Journal
knowablemagazine.org
13.08.2026
Telstra dials up shareholder returns with A$1 billion buyback, posts modest profit rise
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
13.08.2026
Under strain, Australia's world-leading disability support faces major restructure
The NDIS was game-changing for its users - but as costs balloon, its success has led to its downfall.
World
bbc.co.uk
12.08.2026
AI agents aren’t legally responsible for any harm that they cause, experts say. So who is?
After Australia’s first reported automated hacking accident, experts warn deployers – and possibly developers – of AI agents could be held liable for the actions of their botsFollow our Australia news
Finance
theguardian.com
12.08.2026
Australia politics live: Wilkie says Labor ‘improperly influenced’ by gambling lobby; Hanson claims major parties following her lead on migration
The independent MP made the allegations in a letter to the National Anti-Corruption Commission. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastEducation minister sa
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12.08.2026
A ‘body’ found in a suitcase was actually a sex doll. How did NSW police get it so wrong?
Officers – correctly – may not have fully unzipped the bag containing the lifelike doll to avoid destroying evidence, one expert saysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our break
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theguardian.com
12.08.2026
Male redback spiders invite cannibalism through a ‘self-sacrificial somersault’ during sex – but why?
New research sheds light on the genetic basis of the venomous arachnid’s ‘weird mating behaviour’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily ne
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12.08.2026
Australia Cracks Down On Crypto ATMs
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
11.08.2026
Australia news live: Bullock warns more hikes possible after RBA holds cash rate at 4.35%; Greens accuse Carroll of ‘crumbling to big business’ over work from home bill
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTed O’Brien says that just because the Japanese government has downplayed melon-gate, doesn’t mean Anthony Albanese’s
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11.08.2026
Coalition divided over tougher gambling laws – with MPs warning Angus Taylor against overreach
Some Liberal and National MPs warned against over-regulation in party room discussion, while others argued for more stringent rulesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breakin
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11.08.2026
Lobbying firm linked to Reformers created fake administrative assistant named ‘Jessica’, Icac hears
Consultant Jeremy Greenwood gives evidence to Independent Commission Against Corruption as it investigates allegations linked to Christian Liberal groupFollow our Australia news live blog for latest u
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11.08.2026