Australia ushers in 2025 with a bang

Convicted triple-murderer Erin Patterson has listened from the dock as family members of her victims spoke about the impact of her crimes. 

Education ministers agree to CCTV cameras in childcare centres, mandatory child safety training and establishing a national educator register. 

The rift between Australia and Israel is growing wider, after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese received a scathing letter from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. 

Over 8,000 Assyrians gathered for the Assyrian 6774 New Year Festival, which started at 9 a.m. and concluded with dazzling fireworks at the Fairfield Showground at 10 pm. Highlights and attendee interviews capture the essence of the vibrant celebration. 

Welcome to the 9News podcast. A snapshot of the latest stories from the 9News team including: Australians caught up in an avalanche, Woolworths decision divides the nation, And the new scams to look out for in 2024. The biggest news stories in less than 10 minutes delivered three ... Show More

Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez have been in Adelaide for their first live show as part of Adelaide Writers' Week. It was a chat about the news, hope, awe and sparkly suits. If you missed it in Adelaide, here is a taste! 

While some people in the central Queensland town have reservations about their arrival, many local residents have been working hard to welcome them. 

Some of the smartest creative and strategic minds in Australia join me live from Sydney to share how they are playing it perfectly unsafe. Thanks to Tracksuit, The Effies and WARC for supporting our Live Tour series. And to Ogilvy for hosting us. 

The Australian stock market experienced a significant boost after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on tariffs; Rural and regional Australia could share in billions of dollars to fill gaps in critical infrastructure, childcare and health services; Australians ... Show More

80% of the world's trade will pass through the Indian Ocean at some point on its journey, yet the importance of this crucial theatre seems lost on many observers at the moment. With Beijing, Washington and New Dehli all making moves to capitalise on this crucial waterway which on ... Show More

Nasser and Ath round up all the news and look ahead to the first Test in India, with Ath planning a night out in Hyderabad. 

In this bulletin, calls for tighter rules on political donations after revelations about gambling donors. The Bureau warns more heavy rain is coming to flood-hit north Queensland. And in sport, a star-studded indigenous AFL All Stars line-up. 

Many in the United States are getting their first intorduction to cricket with the T20 World Cup kicking off over the weekend. The tournament opened with the hosts taking on northern neighbours Canada, the U.S claiming a comfortable seven wicket win. Sports reporter Jonty Dine sp ... Show More