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New Nationals leader Canavan eyes off Ley's old seat | Evening News Bulletin 11 March 2026 New National Party leader Matt Canavan eyes off Sussan Ley's old seat... Clive Palmer to seek a seat in federal parliament again... and the Matildas say North Korea's secrecy is no obstacle in the Asian Cup quarter-finals

New Nationals leader Canavan eyes off Ley's old seat | Evening News Bulletin 11 March 2026

'I think our country needs to be saved': Nationals elect Matt Canavan as new leader Queensland Senator Matt Canavan has been elected leader of the Nationals following David Littleproud's resignation, appointing Darren Chester as his deputy. The conservative leader aims to challenge net-zero targets, address fuel crises, and advocate for child care reform.

'I think our country needs to be saved': Nationals elect Matt Canavan as new leader

How new superannuation changes will impact you The government's much-debated changes to superannuation have now passed the Senate, and are expected to become law by the end of the week.

How new superannuation changes will impact you

Robodebt inquiry clears Scott Morrison but finds two others corrupt A watchdog's probe into officials involved in the robodebt scheme found two people carried out corrupt conduct.

Robodebt inquiry clears Scott Morrison but finds two others corrupt

SBS News in Easy English 11 March 2026 A news bulletin for those learning English and those with disability

SBS News in Easy English 11 March 2026

"We support you": Iranian women's football team members take up visa offer amid fears over return The Australian government has granted humanitarian visas to seven members of the Iranian National women's football team to stay in Australia. Amid relief from the supporters within the community and fears for the remaining players, critics say the government's proposed visa legislation will leave other visa holders in the region stranded.

"We support you": Iranian women's football team members take up visa offer amid fears over return

Matt Canavan elected new federal National Party leader | Midday News Bulletin 11 March 2026 Matt Canavan elected new leader of the National Party... two more members of Iranian women's football team request asylum in Australia... and Liverpool loses to Galatasaray in the Champions League

Matt Canavan elected new federal National Party leader | Midday News Bulletin 11 March 2026

Iranian player's last-minute call as Burke says not all in cohort offered visas Most of the Iranian women's football team had "emotional" meetings with Home Affairs officials, during which visas were offered.

Iranian player's last-minute call as Burke says not all in cohort offered visas

Matt Canavan elected new Nationals leader in party room ballot The party chose its new leader in a 45-minute meeting, following David Littleproud's surprise resignation on Tuesday.

Matt Canavan elected new Nationals leader in party room ballot

Follow live: Wong acknowledges 'confronting images' of Iranian footballers after flight leaves Sydney There have been reports that two more members of Iran's national women's football team did not board their flight from Sydney.

Follow live: Wong acknowledges 'confronting images' of Iranian footballers after flight leaves Sydney

Iran 'not seeking a ceasefire' as US and Israel carry out heaviest day of airstrikes Tehran residents have described the war's most intense night of bombardment.

Iran 'not seeking a ceasefire' as US and Israel carry out heaviest day of airstrikes

15 years on, is the world better equipped to prevent a nuclear accident similar to Fukushima? It's been 15 years since one of the worst natural disasters in history. The 2011 East Japan Earthquake and tsunami killed more than 19,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands of people, especially those forced to evacuate following the subsequent Fukushima nuclear accident. So what lessons can be learnt from this disaster and nuclear accident in a climate of increasing global turmoil?

15 years on, is the world better equipped to prevent a nuclear accident similar to Fukushima?

US vows most ‘intense strikes’ yet on Iran | Morning News Bulletin 11 March The US vows to deliver the most intense strikes yet against Iran; emotional scenes as Iranian women's football team players depart Australia for Iran; Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga applies to switch allegiance to New Zealand.

US vows most ‘intense strikes’ yet on Iran | Morning News Bulletin 11 March

Scouring the countryside for 600L of fuel: Farmer Rob has 'never seen' anything like this Farmers warn supply disruptions could threaten Australia's food production.

Scouring the countryside for 600L of fuel: Farmer Rob has 'never seen' anything like this

Bundaberg residents told to 'leave immediately' as major flood threatens disaster Thousands of residents have been told to evacuate amid fears rising floodwaters could reach levels not seen in the area since 2010.

Bundaberg residents told to 'leave immediately' as major flood threatens disaster

Qantas hikes international fares as war sends fuel costs soaring Despite the war, high demand for international flights has seen cheaper fares selling much faster than usual.

Qantas hikes international fares as war sends fuel costs soaring

Iran says US talks 'not on the agenda', calls previous negotiations a 'bitter experience' The Iranian deputy foreign minister says numerous countries have urged Iran to consider a cease fire.

Iran says US talks 'not on the agenda', calls previous negotiations a 'bitter experience'

At the intersection of memory and history, contemporary artists come together for Sydney Biennale Platforming artists from Australia and around the world, Sydney is set to host its 25th Biennale over the next three months. featuring contemporary works from 83 artists, spanning 37 countries. This year's theme Rememory explores the intersection of history and memory. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are warned that the following story contains images of someone who has died.

At the intersection of memory and history, contemporary artists come together for Sydney Biennale

Indonesia wavers in support for Trump's Board of Peace in Gaza The Indonesian Government is now reconsidering its decision to join Donald Trump's Board of Peace. Jakarta has been facing growing pressure to withdraw from influential religious leaders, who are firmly opposed to the US and Israel's joint strikes on Iran. SBS International Correspondent Claudia Farhart has the details from Jakarta.

Indonesia wavers in support for Trump's Board of Peace in Gaza

Middle East War hits home as panic buying threatens life in regional Australia Farmers are sounding the alarm that if their access to fuel and fertiliser is impacted, their livelihoods are at risk and shoppers will feel the pain at the supermarket. They say fuel is running dry in parts of regional Australia, and it's largely driven by panic buying.

Middle East War hits home as panic buying threatens life in regional Australia

Australia sending materiel and personnel to aid Gulf nations In a major escalation of its involvement in the War in the Middle East, Australia will commit ADF personnel, weapons and a long range reconaissance aircraft to aid countries in the Gulf. The federal government says it will only contribute to defensive efforts and would not contemplate sending ground troops into Iran.

Australia sending materiel and personnel to aid Gulf nations

'She can't make a decision': Desperate plea amid fears Iranian players are being coerced After five players were granted asylum, concerns are mounting over whether the remaining team members can safely seek protection.

'She can't make a decision': Desperate plea amid fears Iranian players are being coerced

Airfares to rise as much as 30% and ASX makes partial recovery SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Cirium Aviation Analyst Ellis Taylor who says airfares may rise as much as 30 per cent as jet fuel prices soar amid the Middle-East war; and Todd Hoare from LGT Wealth Management Australia Management on the markets partial recovery following yesterday's $90bn sell-off.

Airfares to rise as much as 30% and ASX makes partial recovery

INTERVIEW: Facing the might of America's military, what will Iraq do next? Iran has been retaliating since coming under United States and Israeli bombardment more than a week ago, launching strikes against Israel and Gulf states allied with the US that host American military bases. Experts are describing Iran's actions as a bid for "regime survival". Dr Jessica Genauer [[{hard g} GEN-our]], an associate professor in international relations at Flinders University, said the conflict can be described as "asymmetric". She's been talking to SBS's Cameron Carr.

INTERVIEW: Facing the might of America's military, what will Iraq do next?

New visa pathway could help LGBTQI+ refugees Despite record numbers of displaced people worldwide, resettlement options are facing a critical decline - global impacts including shrinking legal pathways, slashing of admission numbers and funding cuts to agencies. But for the first time, a new community-led initiative will support LGBTQI+ refugees to apply for Australia’s humanitarian program - offering dedicated support for priority processing

New visa pathway could help LGBTQI+ refugees

Australia sends surveillance aircraft and troops to Middle East Australia is deploying an E7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft and 85 personnel to the United Arab Emirates to bolster regional air defences. The government is maintaining the mission is strictly defensive, while the Greens warn it risks entangling Australia in an illegal conflict.

Australia sends surveillance aircraft and troops to Middle East

Fighting spreads across Middle East; President Trump says war on Iran is 'tremendous success' The war involving the United States, Israel and Iran is entering a volatile new phase, with fighting spreading across the Middle East, missiles and drones striking multiple countries, global energy markets under pressure, and hundreds of thousands of civilians forced to flee their homes.

Fighting spreads across Middle East; President Trump says war on Iran is 'tremendous success'

David Littleproud suddenly quits as federal National Party leader | Evening News Bulletin 10 March 2026 David Littleproud quits as federal National Party leader... the federal government looking at support for the Iranian-Australian community in the wake of the conflict with Iran... and the Matildas say game style will matter come Friday night against North Korea

David Littleproud suddenly quits as federal National Party leader | Evening News Bulletin 10 March 2026

David Littleproud announces he will step down as National Party leader David Littleproud will stay on as a member of parliament.

David Littleproud announces he will step down as National Party leader

SBS News In Easy English 10 March 2026 A news bulletin for those learning English and those with disability

SBS News In Easy English 10 March 2026