PM defends decision on defence spending goal | Midday News Bulletin 27 June 2025

Trade and security on the agenda as Anthony Albanese prepares to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping; Donald Trump threatens Russia with tariffs, if war on Ukraine isn't resolved within 50 days; and in the AFL, a St Kilda star who's received online racist abuse considers taking the matter to police.

Australia says it expects China to monitor its Talisman Sabre military exercises with the US; Queensland launches an inquiry into the CFMEU; Jack Graham from the West Coast banned for four matches by the AFL integrity unit.

The Prime Minister heads to China to grow Australia's economic partnership; An ancient Indigenous rock art collection has been recognised as a World Heritage-listed site after a renewed bid by the federal government; Matt Rowell inspires Gold Coast to a tense six-point win over Collingwood.

The Prime Minister heads to China to grow Australia's economic partnership; A German backpacker missing in WA for two weeks has been found alive; Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner to face-off in Wimbledon final.

Hamas says it will consult with other Palestinian factions over US ceasefire proposal; the Prime Minister says he's confident he'll meet US President Donald Trump before the end of the year; Matildas coach confident the squad will beat Panama in Bunbury today.

Parents demand more information amid Victorian child care abuse allegations, The U-S says it has obliterated Iran's nuclear program, Australia defeats the Domenican Republic to advance to the FIBA Under 19 World Cup quarter finals...

Hamas says it is reviewing a ceasefire deal but warns of sticking points, Extreme weather hits the east coast as parts of Victoria brace for more, and in skateboarding, Arisa Trew makes history with more Gold in the X Games.

Childcare sector reforms to be fast tracked in Victoria; Indigenous organisations welcome calls for compensation after the release of the final Yoorook Commission reports; Richmond's Tom Lynch suspended for five matches.

Thousands without power as a storm lashes the east coast of Australia; Qantas confirms a cyber breach at a call centre for the airline; The Wallabies unveil their new test jersey, designed by Wiradjuri winger Dylan Pietsch.

Donald Trump says he's terminating all trade discussions with Canada, US announces funding for Gaza aid operation amid UN criticism, In Cricket, Australia claims a resounding win against the West Indies.