Latest news in Australia? September 13th, 2026

Top developments across Australia for September 13th, 2026:

• National Australia Day Council Leadership: The federal government appointed journalist and presenter Melissa Doyle AM as the new Chair of the National Australia Day Council Board for a three-year term, succeeding outgoing chair John Foreman AM. Mirage News
• Rallies Against Domestic Violence: Thousands of participants, including the Governor-General, joined the seventh annual Walk for the Women’s and Girls’ Emergency Centre at Sydney’s Centennial Park to draw national attention and raise support for ending violence against women and children. SBS
• Wildlife Biosecurity Concerns: Environmental and biosecurity authorities confirmed the first known case of avian influenza in an endangered Australian sea lion, prompting increased monitoring of coastal colonies. The Guardian
• Upcoming Welfare Indexation: Services Australia detailed upcoming statutory indexation increases set to take effect on September 20, raising payment rates for the Age Pension, Carer Payment, and Disability Support Pension ($36.80 a fortnight for singles, $55.60 for couples). Services Australia
• Aviation Security Incident: Two passengers were detained upon arrival overseas after a violent disruption and threats made aboard an international flight originating out of Melbourne. SBS