At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Indonesia, north of Australia, raising concerns about possible tsunami waves. The United States Geological Survey reported the quake occurred at a depth of 35km, around 9:48am AEDST. It hit in the Molucca Sea, near islands including Ternate Island, about 130km away. Experts say the region is known for frequent seismic activity

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Pressure is mounting on the Australian government to rethink its gas export rules, with fresh calls for a new tax on overseas sales. New analysis from The Australia Institute suggests a 25% export tax could generate nearly $350 million per week, or around $17 billion annually. Economist Richard Denniss said the current system is costing Australians, arguing stronger taxation could better f

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Thousands of young Australians are set for higher wages after a major ruling by the Fair Work Commission. Under the decision, workers aged 18 to 20 in fast food, retail and pharmacy roles will gradually move to full adult pay if they have been in the job for more than six months. The change means eligible workers will receive 100% of the adult wage rate. It will be introduced in stages ove

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced sweeping changes that will remove surcharges on debit, prepaid and credit card payments. The ban will apply to networks including eftpos, Mastercard and Visa, and is expected to start from October 1, 2026. Consumers are tipped to save around $1.6 billion a year, while businesses could cut about $200 million in surcharge costs. RBA Governor Michel

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Major platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube could face heavy penalties after Australia’s online safety regulator raised serious concerns. The eSafety Commissioner found “major gaps” in how these companies are enforcing the under-16 social media ban introduced last year. Commissioner Julie Inman Grant said while some steps have been taken, many platforms are

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. The New South Wales Government has decided not to introduce free public transport, despite rising fuel costs putting pressure on households. State Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the move would be too costly and not a quick fix. He noted the government is monitoring the situation but won’t rush into what he called an expensive short-term decision. Transport Minister John Graham also confirme

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Wet weather is expected across much of the country this Easter long weekend, with several states bracing for showers and cooler conditions. Here’s a quick breakdown: New South Wales Sydney is in for a rainy stretch from Friday to Monday. Warm conditions on Friday (27°C) will give way to cooler, wetter days around 24°C. Australian Capital Territory In Canberra, expect steady rain chances th

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Qantas is adjusting its international schedule from mid-April to boost flights between Australia and Europe during the peak northern summer. The move follows ongoing disruptions across major Middle East hubs, affecting global carriers and forcing route changes. To meet demand, Qantas will shift aircraft from some US and domestic routes through to late July. Key changes include: Perth–Paris

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Some service stations across New South Wales have started placing limits on fuel purchases as supply pressures grow. Regional areas were hit first, but restrictions are now appearing in city locations. On Sydney’s Northern Beaches, one station has capped purchases at 50 litres per vehicle and banned filling external containers. In the south-west town of Balranald, another outlet has set a

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australia could face a sharp rise in business failures and a possible recession if the global oil crisis continues, a new CreditorWatch report warns. Oil prices have surged about 50% since recent conflict in the Middle East, briefly hitting around US$117 per barrel and now sitting near US$100. Experts say if prices stay above US$125–150 for months, recession risks increase significantly. T

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Tropical Cyclone Narelle has reformed off north-west Western Australia and is rapidly intensifying as it tracks along the coast. The system is currently a category 3 cyclone, with wind gusts already reaching up to 200km/h near the Pilbara. Forecasters warn it could strengthen further to category 4 or even category 5 in the coming days. Strong winds are already being recorded across coastal

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At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Commonwealth Bank has increased its home loan rates for the second time this month, adding more pressure on borrowers. The bank will raise all fixed-rate home loans by 0.30%, effective Friday. Rates will rise to as high as 7.19% for owner-occupiers and 7.04% for investors. The changes apply to both new and existing customers, including loans currently being processed. The bank says the mov

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. South-eastern Australia is set for a blast of winter-like weather this week, with cold, wet and windy conditions forecast across multiple states. A mix of weather systems will bring rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, hail and even snow to parts of Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory. Light showers will begin tomorrow, with conditions ex

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australian airlines have been warned to treat customers fairly as airfares are expected to increase due to global disruptions. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says ongoing Middle East airspace closures and rising fuel costs are putting pressure on the aviation sector. These impacts are likely to flow into domestic travel soon. Travel demand is already being affected. New

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Residents in Perth and the south-west are being urged to stay alert as ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle is expected to strengthen again over open waters. The system has already caused heavy rain and flooding across the Northern Territory and the Kimberley. It was last tracked as a tropical low near Wadeye after crossing the coast as a category 3 cyclone. Forecasters say the system will move off

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australia is facing potential disruptions to fuel supply, with warnings petrol and diesel prices could climb as high as $4 per litre. Energy Minister Chris Bowen says several oil shipments scheduled between mid-April and mid-May have been delayed or cancelled. Some have been replaced, but global supply remains under pressure. The situation is being driven by ongoing conflict in the Middle

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle is continuing to lash northern Australia with intense rain, triggering major flood warnings as it moves west. The system crossed into the Northern Territory as a category 3 cyclone on Sunday, after earlier impacting Queensland. Wind gusts reached up to 185km/h before weakening into a tropical low. Despite losing strength, the system has delivered heavy rainfall

This is a developing story brought to you by Aus News Lanka , your trusted source for news for Sri Lankans in Australia and beyond. In an unprecedented moment for Sri Lankan music, Naadha Gama is set to make history with its much-anticipated debut in the United Kingdom. The landmark event will take place at Charlton Park Estate, Malmesbury, on 11 July 2026. Tickets went on sale on 22 March 2026, and within just one hour, a record-breaking 1,000 tickets were sold, making it t

At AusNewsLanka , we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Millions of Australians could soon see lower electricity bills, with the national regulator proposing price cuts across several states. The Australian Energy Regulator has released draft changes to its pricing benchmark, which caps what retailers can charge in New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia. Under the proposal: Households could save up to 10% on power bills in some areas