The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has launched an investigation after receiving 199 complaints about fees, funds and service charges to residents in the first half of 2026. Families report that care home residents across Australia have been charged for services they cannot use or understand, according to a report by Guardian Australia.
Family speaks out about unfair fees
Dorothy Gilling's aged care contract included an additional fee for services 'she simply couldn't use', her son Jeff Gilling said. The complaint is among scores that prompted the regulator to act.
One Nation's rise upends politics
Pauline Hanson's One Nation will likely have to win three-quarters of upper house seats in outer metropolitan and rural areas to attain government, a pollster said. The party's rise to first or second in some polls has reshaped Australian politics.
Visa fees hiked up to 200%
The Labor government has been accused of exploiting international students and permanent residents after non-refundable visa fees were increased by up to 200%. The government defends the hikes as necessary for managing migration.
Universities to adopt anti-racism definitions
From next year, universities will be required to adopt definitions on antisemitism, Islamophobia and racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as part of a new anti-racism standard.
Digital passenger cards to replace paper
The days of filling out paper arrival cards are ending for millions of travellers, with digital passenger cards to be rolled out at Australia's international airports and seaports.
US and Iran contest Hormuz
Donald Trump has rejected Iranian claims to have closed the Strait of Hormuz, after a weekend of missile attacks by both sides. US forces launched a missile from a naval vessel in the Gulf region, according to US Central Command.
Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71
Longtime US senator and key Trump ally Lindsey Graham has died from a sudden illness aged 71, sending shock waves through Washington.
Russia suspends shipping in Sea of Azov
Russia has suspended shipping in the Sea of Azov after 90 vessels, including shadow fleet oil tankers, were targeted by Ukrainian drones.
Democrats split over Gaza war
Tension between progressive and moderate camps of the Democratic party grows as debate over Israel's war in Gaza dominates US midterm races.
Dog rescued after eating cannabis on hike
A specialist mountain rescue team came to the aid of Tokyo, a black labrador, after it ate 'discarded cannabis' while hiking with its owner on the UK's highest peak.
World Cup: Argentina and England reach semis
Julián Álvarez's extra-time stunner broke Switzerland's resistance to send Argentina into the semi-finals. Jude Bellingham's extra-time winner sank Norway as England reached the final four. The Swiss hit out at the VAR check that saw Breel Embolo sent off. World Cup semi-finals begin with France v Spain on Wednesday and England v Argentina on Thursday. Fifa boss Gianni Infantino has hinted at expanding the World Cup to a 64-team event by 2030.
Greens support flatlines
Support for the Greens has flatlined in the polls. Nour Haydar speaks with Sarah Basford-Canales about why voters are moving to the right rather than the left.
Hanson's language claims criticised
Pauline Hanson's claims that Australia's social cohesion is at risk due to a 'language problem' caused by immigration have been criticised. Lawyer Marziyah Razi, who arrived a decade ago with little English, is on a mission to give a 'voice to the voiceless'.
Fungi in Tasmania's Tarkine
Takayna/Tarkine is revered as one of Australia's last true wilderness areas, sheltering astonishing creatures for 65 million years. Some of its most fascinating life forms are even older: fungi. Alexis Buxton-Collins explores the third kingdom of life.
Sinner retains Wimbledon title
Jannik Sinner powered past Alexander Zverev in four sets to retain the Wimbledon men's singles title. Linda Noskova looks forward to life after her Wimbledon triumph: 'I want to make a difference'.
GWS Giants show finals potential
The GWS Giants save their best for the best to show they are capable of a deep finals run, Jonathan Horn writes.
McCullum sacked as England Test coach
Brendon McCullum has been left 'gutted' after being sacked as England's Test cricket coach. The 'Bazball' philosophy burned bright but all too briefly, Simon Brunton writes.
Tour de France stage shortened due to heat
Tadej Pogacar is urging a radical overhaul as a stifling heatwave saw stage nine of the Tour de France shortened.
