Australia’s best photos of the month – January 2026
Bushfires, marches and a summer of sport – Guardian Australia’s best photos from around the country Prayers, vigils and mitzvahs on the national day of mourning for Bondi beach terror…
‘There’s no way my daughter would have jumped’: why are so many Turkish women falling to their deaths?
Every year in Turkey, hundreds of women are recorded as having taken their lives by ‘throwing themselves from a high place’. But many grieving families maintain that investigators are missing…
Walk this way: new Australian hikes to try in 2026
From accessible urban strolls to multi-day treks through world heritage-listed sites, walkers are spoiled for choice Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email There has never been a better time…
Wil Anderson: ‘I honestly believe being mistaken for Adam Hills is one of the great gifts of my life’
The comedian and podcast host on his cringeworthy interview with Heath Ledger, his perfect comedy movie, and the secret to improvising a new show every night Get our weekend culture…
Ed Sheeran review: pyrotechnics and technical hiccups in an ambitious, looping one-man show
Optus Stadium, Perth Premiering his new Loop tour in Australia, the crowd-pleasing British singer-songwriter navigates a few teething issues in an otherwise assured stadium outing Before Ed Sheeran sets foot…
Ollie Peake: the boy who used to sleep in his cricket gear emerges as Ashes hope for Australia
The 19-year-old says touring England in 2027 is a dream but as the hype around him builds the classy batter is keeping his feet on the ground After five-year-old Ollie…
Could One Nation be a genuine threat to Australia’s conservative parties?
After years on the extreme fringes of politics, Pauline Hanson’s party is on the rise Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free…
‘I always believed’: Elena Rybakina relishes return to top table after Melbourne glory
Champion plays down significance of trophy for coach Aryna Sabalenka frustrated after latest major final loss Elena Rybakina never stopped believing she would collect a second grand slam title after…
NSW Greens to move bill to let councils better regulate berry industry as it continues rapid expansion
Residents and local authorities are worried about environmental hazards and land devaluation as minister says excess regulations may hinder modern farming practices Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
Food delivery riders brave Australia’s ‘brutal’ 40C heat so we don’t have to – but who’s protecting them?
Australia’s gig workers should not be forced to choose between their health and a paycheck when temperatures soar, experts say Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news…