Tears as Tasmania stadium row approaches critical vote | Evening News Bulletin 3 December 2025

In this bulletin, the Victorian government plans to cut more than 1,000 public sector jobs, the UN chief calls for calm amid fears of escalation between the US and Venezuela. And in football, Arsenal beats Brentford to reclaim their English Premier League table lead.

In this bulletin, Opposition ramps up attacks on Government over cost of living and secrecy, new research reveals concerns won't be able to afford to retire. And in football, Chelsea title hopes dented by 3–1 Leeds defeat.

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Tears as Tasmania stadium row approaches a critical vote; Anti-Semitic incidents in Australia remain near record highs; And in sport, Matildas' coach says his team is in ready form for the Asian Cup.

Bruce Lehrmann loses his defamation appeal; The Kremlin says no compromise reached on territory in Ukraine peace talks; And in sport, tributes for Former England cricketer Robin Smith who has died aged 62.

Vladimir Putin accuses Europeans of sabotaging Ukraine peace efforts with their demands, Another One Nation member faces accusations of fuelling Islamophobia, Sam Kerr helps the Matildas win against New Zealand in Adelaide.

A landmark case alleging systemic sexual abuse in the ADF makes its way to court, Briggs review finds both major parties abused public appointment system, Cricket Australia confirms future Tests will keep the day-night format.

In this bulletin, UN officials visit Australia to examine immigration detention conditions, a backlog of student visa cases awaiting review. And in football, the Matildas prepare to take on New Zealand tonight.

Ukraine's President says territorial integrity is the 'biggest challenge' in peace talks; Australia's race discrimination commissioner says Pauline Hanson is fuelling Islamophobia; And in cricket, Usman Khawaja's fitness for the second Ashes Test in doubt.

In this bulletin, a defence department overhaul aims to end cost blowouts and major project delays, an update on Australia’s transition to renewable energy. And in sport, Sam Kerr still a chance to return to play for the Matilda's on Tuesday night.