NZ sharemarket gains in Labour day catch-up - Market close

In the United States, the S&P 500 Index went above 6800 points for the first time after gaining 1.23% to 6875.16, its 34th record close this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.71% to 47,544.59 points, and Nasdaq Composite rose 1.86%...

WATCH: Fighting US Extradition for Training Chinese Pilots

John Kiriakou and Australian Senator David Shoebridge join CN Live! to discuss an Australian pilot’s fight against extradition to the U.S. as the U.S. maneuvers Australia to see China as the enemy. Cathy Vogan reports. By Cathy Vogan in Canberra,...

Northern Territory’s blistering reform week

The Northern Territory government is pushing reforms at a cracking pace, with an omnibus bill introduced to parliament last week. The Attorney-General and Police Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 makes significant changes to each of the territory’s...

‘Big Mistake on India’: Ex-US Official Gina Raimondo Criticizes Trump Administration Over Trade Moves

Former US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo has sharply criticized the Donald Trump administration for what she described as a “big mistake” in its handling of relations with India amid ongoing trade tensions between the two nations. Speaking at a...

Meta, TikTok and Snap agree to obey Australia's under-16 social media ban

International tech giants Meta, TikTok and Snapchat announced on Tuesday that they will comply with Australia's under-16 social media ban, once it takes effect on 10 December. Australia's Parliament approved the law, which requires social media...

2 die in Australia silver mine explosion

Two workers were killed and another injured in an explosion at the recently reopened Polymetals Resources-owned Endeavor silver, zinc and lead mine in Australia on Tuesday, forcing the temporary suspension of operations. Emergency services were...

Queensland teachers offered hefty pay rise that could make them among the best-paid educators in the country

A state government has offered teachers a pay deal that could make them among the highest-paid educators in Australia. The Queensland government proposal means every classroom teacher would earn more than $100,000 annually by November 2028....

Anthony Albanese's government accused of 'green lighting the phasing out of cash in Australia'

By NICHOLAS COMINO, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 01:27 EDT, 28 October 2025 | Updated: 01:42 EDT, 28 October 2025 Treasurer Jim Chalmers has hit back at claims his plan to 'protect Australians' right to pay with cash' is a sham. Under the...

Is Australia’s energy transition turning into a muppet show?

Australia has a big problem with energy prices. Not only have high gas prices led to an ongoing string of costly industrial bailouts, but they’ve also directly caused the high electricity prices consumers pay. And if electricity prices continue to...

Measuring the Memorability of Scientific Domains: USScience.com, UKScience.com, and AustraliaScience.com

How memorable and brandable are domain names like USScience.com, UKScience.com, and AustraliaScience.com? Using a memorability and brand potential formula rooted in neuromarketing and digital branding analytics, this comparative analysis evaluates...

Meta, TikTok, Snap to deactivate under-16 accounts under new Australian law

Instagram owner Meta and other social media firms said on Tuesday they will comply with a ban on users under the age of 16, adding that they will start deactivating accounts once the law takes effect on December 10. In parliament, Meta, TikTok...

Advocates, state lawmakers rally to support 'Victoria’s Law'

The law would ban dogs, cats and rabbits from puppy mills from being sold in Pennsylvania pet stores. HARRISBURG, Pa. — Animal rights advocates joined state lawmakers in Harrisburg to call for the passing of H.B. 1816, also known as “Victoria’s...

ASEAN and China Expand Free Trade Agreement Amid U.S. Tariff Pressures

The ACFTA 3.0 marks a major step forward in ASEAN-China economic ties, reflecting a strong, shared commitment to deeper cooperation and regional prosperity. Photo: X/ @ASEAN October 28, 2025 Hour: 1:18 am The Association of Southeast Asian Nations...

[News] Feel the power of colour: Samsung Brings its First Micro RGB TV to Australia

Samsung Australia has today announced pricing and availability of its ground-breaking Micro RGB R95 display – the 115" Micro RGB TV – which is set to redefine ultra-premium TV experiences by bringing colour beyond cinema-standards to Australian...

Meta, Snapchat, TikTok oppose Australia's social media ban but agree to comply to new rules

Instagram owner Meta and other social media firms said on Tuesday they will comply with a ban on users under the age of 16, adding that they will start deactivating accounts once the law takes effect on December 10. In parliament, Meta, TikTok...

Victoria West, East head to playoffs, Goliad win streak to 30

Victoria West, East head to playoffs, Goliad win streak to 30 Published 3:33 pm Monday, October 27, 2025 The District 22-5A D1 champion Victoria West Lady Warriors (36-6, 14-0) capped off the 2025 regular season Friday with a straight-set home...

Poppy Australia 2026 Tour

Subversive performance artist and GRAMMY-nominated metal singer-songwriter Poppy will bring her ‘Constantly Nowhere’ headline tour to Australia in January. From performance art provocateur, to video director, to sci-fi graphic novel author, to a...

Federal Police Raid Offices of Software Giant WiseTech

WiseTech Global CEO Richard White is seen during a panel discussion at the Australian Financial Review Business Summit, in Sydney, Australia on March 12, 2024. AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi A Sydney branch of Australian-based global software and...

This unsung Australian city has a surprisingly hip hotel scene

Brisbane doesn’t beg for attention like Sydney, nor does it smoulder with Melbourne’s moody charm — but perhaps that’s the point? The often overlooked capital of Queensland moves at its own pace, shaped by the twists in its namesake river and...

Anne Aly honours Oxi Day and the enduring spirit of Greek Australians

The Commonwealth Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Dr Anne Aly, has sent a statement to Neos Kosmos commemorating Oxi Day. She pays tribute to Greece’s defiance against Italian-led, Axis fascist invasion on October 28, 1949 and the deep bonds...