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PM takes his digital agenda to Silicon Valley
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has travelled to the US, where he will address the UN General Assembly. But first, he’ll make a stop in California to discuss Australia’s under-16s social media ban with Apple boss Tim Cook. SBS chief political correspondent Anna Henderson is covering the prime minister’s US visit and filed this report before departure.
PUBLISHED ON Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:17:00 +0000
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New laws planned to stop weaponisation of child support
Australian parents — mostly women — are owed $2 billion in child support, and that's just the amount the federal government knows about. Last year, an Ombudsman investigation found widespread weaponisation of the nation's child support scheme to enact financial abuse. The government has now moved to reform the scheme to protect parents. If you or someone you know needs support you can seek 24 hour help through 1800 Respect on 1800 737 732.
PUBLISHED ON Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:12:01 +0000 WATCH
Backpackers fear farm work may be all ‘for nothing’
Thousands of backpackers on working holiday visas have been left frustrated and uncertain about their futures in Australia. Some say they have endured difficult and labour-intensive mandatory work — as required by the visa conditions — only to learn they may not be able to stay in the country beyond one year. This story was made in collaboration with SBS Chinese.
PUBLISHED ON Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:07:38 +0000 WATCH
Fears visa changes could spark food price hikes
A stand-off between farmers and the government is heating up over the newly revealed migration policy that will reduce the number of backpackers. It has raised concerns about possible food price hikes and looming economic uncertainty.
PUBLISHED ON Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:03:08 +0000 WATCH
SBS WorldWatch says goodbye to free-to-air TV
For more than three decades, SBS WorldWatch has provided multicultural Australians with access to news from around the globe in their preferred language. But from 18 September, the service will cease its free-to-air broadcast and move exclusively to SBS On Demand. SBS World News Reporter Phoebe Deas explains.
PUBLISHED ON Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:46:25 +0000 WATCH
Fruit growers concerned by Labor’s visa changes
The impact of the federal government's changes and debate around migration policy has industry workers in regional Australia feeling concerned about their livelihoods. Some students say the restrictions on study visas might send a message that they're not welcome here. This report was produced in collaboration with SBS Arabic.
PUBLISHED ON Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:01:31 +0000 WATCH
Who arrives, who stays and who leaves under Labor’s new migration plan
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has unveiled long-awaited plans to overhaul Australia’s migration system. Under the changes, Labor is aiming to drive net overseas migration down to 225,000 by 2028. But just how will the government achieve its target?
PUBLISHED ON Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:01:09 +0000 WATCH
Labor reveals long-awaited reforms to drive down migration
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has used his long-awaited National Press Club address to declare the nation is not facing a mass migration problem. At the same time, he has outlined significant changes to the migration system to further cut population growth – targeting temporary migrants and working holiday makers.
PUBLISHED ON Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:45 +0000 WATCH
How representation on TV has changed over 70 years
WARNING: This report contains depictions of Indigenous people who have died. On 16 September, Australia marks 70 years to the day that the first television broadcast brought the world into our homes. But the faces on screen haven't always reflected those watching. So, how has representation changed over the decades?
PUBLISHED ON Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:38:44 +0000 WATCH
Australia’s pre-colonial population could be massively underestimated
WARNING: This report contains depictions of Indigenous people who have died and has distressing details. The size of Australia's pre-colonial population has long been shaped by decades-old estimations by anthropologists. But such figures could be out by millions, according to a new study into the size of the demographic collapse experienced by Indigenous Australians.
PUBLISHED ON Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:50:09 +0000 WATCH
Whyalla’s steelworkers facing an uncertain future
Following the announcement that Whyalla steelwork’s blast furnace would be permanently shut, at a cost of hundreds of jobs, the South Australian city is looking to the future. Beyond the mill, emerging industries are taking shape – offering new employment prospects in a changing economy.
PUBLISHED ON Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:46:42 +0000 WATCH
Australia urged not to forget about Afghanistan
A former Afghan prosecutor has declared the federal government has a moral obligation to bring to safety local Afghans who assisted Australia and who are now living in hiding under Taliban rule. Sami Omari’s National Press Club address comes as Australia’s migration debate heats up.
PUBLISHED ON Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:42:26 +0000 WATCH
Tony Burke set to reveal delayed migration plan
The home affairs minister is preparing to unveil a critical migration policy that will shape the political battlefield ahead of the next election. Tony Burke was initially due to unveil the policy at a National Press Club address in August but cancelled at the last minute after the government failed to secure cabinet agreement on the best approach. The announcement is expected to detail how Labor will reduce net overseas migration. The Opposition is already questioning how the government will pay for the system.
PUBLISHED ON Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:39:11 +0000 WATCH
First Nations student taking on Braille Literacy Challenge
Braille continues to open doors for children who are blind or have low vision – helping them read, write and build independence. This year, a First Nations student is among those taking part in Queensland's 2026 Braille Literacy Challenge. The competition is putting their skills to the test while building confidence and celebrating a love of learning.
PUBLISHED ON Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:35:38 +0000 WATCH
‘They need that family’: Calls to address foster care shortages
National foster care advocacy groups are calling for urgent action on Australia's foster care shortage. While the number of children entering care remains steady, the number of new and active foster carers has declined.
PUBLISHED ON Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:35:08 +0000 WATCH
Bill aims to draw a red line on human rights breaches
Pressure is piling on the federal government to limit its possible involvement in genocide or war crimes. Drafted by international legal experts, crossbenchers have introduced the Red Lines bill – a world-first suite of measures which would block Australia's defence exports or trade with countries found to be breaching international law.
PUBLISHED ON Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:22:39 +0000 WATCH
Hanson offers qualified apology over Indigenous Australians remarks
The federal government is facing a warning that fruit will rot on the ground unless Prime Minister Anthony Albanese intervenes to clear the bottleneck of pending applications for working holiday visas. One Nation has promised backpackers would be carved out of its migration restrictions. It comes as the party’s leader, Pauline Hanson, has issued a qualified apology for comments she made about Indigenous Australians.
PUBLISHED ON Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:05:53 +0000 WATCH
Debate over Whyalla steelworks failure heats up
South Australia’s Whyalla is coming to terms with hundreds of workers losing their jobs following the decision to close the blast furnace at the city’s steelworks. The decision, which will see the loss of more than 500 jobs, is fuelling the political debate around the future of manufacturing.
PUBLISHED ON Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:01:55 +0000 WATCH
First Nations residency helping artists to create on Country
A new First Nations residency has brought together artists to create on Country for ten days. In Bilpin, at the foot of the New South Wales Blue Mountains, the inaugural Seed to Sky program has given four artists the space to develop their practice while sharing culture and knowledge.
PUBLISHED ON Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:46:33 +0000 WATCH
Australia’s first female High Court judge Mary Gaudron dies aged 83
Pioneering Australian judge Mary Gaudron has been honoured for her contributions to Australia's legal landscape after her death at age 83. Gaudron became the first woman appointed to the High Court of Australia, breaking ground in the male-dominated profession.
PUBLISHED ON Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:34:35 +0000 WATCH
New bill seeks consistent definition of affordable housing
New federal legislation is seeking to make the definition of affordable housing consistent across the country. Independent MP Nicolette Boele has introduced a bill to make sure renters, including frontline workers, can rely on the definition of affordable. The move has been welcomed by housing groups and the property industry.
PUBLISHED ON Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:27:13 +0000 WATCH
More than 500 workers to lose jobs at Whyalla steelworks
Hundreds of employees at South Australia's Whyalla steelworks are set to lose their jobs after the operation's ageing blast furnace repeatedly failed to fire. Located about 380 kilometres north of Adelaide, the decision to abandon further revival efforts will effectively shut down most of the manufacturing at one of Australia's two remaining steel facilities.
PUBLISHED ON Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:20:12 +0000 WATCH
One Nation reveals plans to cut migration by 750,000
Pauline Hanson has drawn widespread political condemnation over her comments about the contribution of First Nations Australians. The controversy has become a diversion for One Nation which has revealed its policy to dramatically cut migration by 750,000.
PUBLISHED ON Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:01:23 +0000 WATCH
‘A great honour’: Anton Enus signs off for the last time
After nearly three decades at SBS, we are saying good-bye and happy retirement to Anton Enus. Anton, on behalf of the World News team, and all our viewers, we thank you for your professionalism, generosity and your dedication to public interest journalism. Here is a look back at Anton’s extraordinary 27 years at SBS.
PUBLISHED ON Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:14:15 +0000 WATCH
Remote musicians centre stage at Bush Bands Bash
A select group of musicians living in remote areas will take to the stage this weekend for one of the most sought-after Indigenous music events. Now in its 22nd year, the Bush Bands Bash festival in Alice Springs also doubles as an intensive skills camp to foster development.
PUBLISHED ON Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:07:55 +0000 WATCH
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