The retired radio host, who was granted bail after being arrested, was accused of abusing eight victims over nearly 20 years.
Tag: Australia
Jamie Oliver Pulls Children’s Book Amid Criticism of Insensitivity
The celebrity chef’s second children’s book, “Billy and the Epic Escape,” faced accusations that it stereotyped First Nations people in Australia.
Australia Moves to Ban Young Teens From Social Media
The proposed legislation would put the country at the forefront of regulating social media access for children.
After a 2,000-Mile Trip, a Penguin Finds Itself on an Australian Beach
“This is the furthest north I’ve heard of an emperor penguin,” an expert said.
Why the Australian Ambassador Deleted Tweets Critical of Trump
The envoy, Kevin Rudd, said that he had removed the posts “out of respect for the office of the president.” But it was a sign of broader anxiety over Donald J. Trump’s return to power.
Sydney to Become Seventh World Major Marathon in 2025
The Sydney Marathon has joined the ranks of New York, Boston, Chicago, London, Berlin and Tokyo, receiving a designation reserved for the most elite races in the world.
An Australian Woman Trying to Rescue Her Phone Gets Stuck Between Boulders
And she was upside down.
King Charles III Heckled in Australia’s Parliament
King Charles, visiting the former British colony where he retains the ceremonial title of head of state, was shouted at by an Indigenous Australian senator.
King Charles III Heckled by Lidia Thorpe, an Indigenous Australian Senator
King Charles, visiting the former British colony where he retains the ceremonial title of head of state, was shouted at by an Indigenous Australian senator.
A Rest, a Reset and a Thanks for the Banter
After more than 350 editions, we are putting this newsletter on pause, with the editor who opened the Australia bureau departing and his successor set to arrive.