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Rhoda Roberts AO: The cultural warrior who changed the nation

Rhoda Roberts AO was a pioneering journalist, producer, broadcaster, actor and artistic director who transformed the media, performing and creative arts sectors.

Indigenous

'A journey through ocean and fire': Australia remembers Rhoda Roberts' powerful work
Australians pay tribute to Aunty Rhoda Roberts, remembering her as a cultural champion.
Australia
Labor victorious as One Nation claw Liberal vote away
On Saturday night, Labor held 45.7 per cent of the vote, with the Liberals on 15.6 per cent and One Nation sitting on 19.5 per cent.
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'Grief and rage': This Nowruz, celebrations hide a 'devastating' reality for Iranian Australians
For many Iranian Australians, Nowruz this year is shadowed by devastation abroad. Yet rituals of family, food and unity remain a vital lifeline.

War in the Middle East

Australians urged to work from home and drive slower to save fuel

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'Not surprising at all': Israel's tactics in Lebanon and a threat to 'finish the job'

World

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Donald Trump says US 'knew nothing about' Israeli attack on major Iranian gas field

World

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How do Australia's petrol prices compare globally?

Cost of Living

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Sentimental Value just won an Oscar. Meet the skateboard-smuggling director behind it

Life

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For 200 years, this community has called an Australian island home. Now its future is in doubt

Australia

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How war in the Middle East is 're-ordering power' and what it means for Australia's alliances

World

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'We've reached a breaking point': Is it time to tax older Australians more?

Australia

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Tips and tricks to make your petrol last longer

Published 19 March 2026 7:49pm

With prices at the bowser set to skyrocket across the country and dozens of service stations running out of petrol due to panic buying, filling up your tank could soon put a significant dent in your budget. Motoring experts have shared some simple measures to help make your fuel go further.

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Iran issues new threats | Evening News Bulletin 21 March 2026

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The UK to allow the US to use its airbases to target Iran | Midday News Bulletin 21 March 2026

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War casts a shadow over new year festivities for millions worldwide

Middle East

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INTERVIEW: Ahead of South Australia's state election, SBS talks to One Nation candidate Cory Bernardi

Politics

Eid al-Fitr

What is Ramadan?

Australia

From the classroom to the iftar table: students cook up Ramadan traditions

Food

20 celebration dishes that are synonymous with Eid around the world

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The cost of war: How the Middle East conflict could worsen food insecurity in Australia

Australia

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Looking at this content online could feel like someone's watching over your shoulder — or worse

Life

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Max lives in a 'renters' utopia', but some say the city's famous housing system isn't fair

World

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Wyatt Flores and country music as therapy for mental health

Life

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I'm a scientist. One conversation led me to rethink climate change

Life

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Sonja asked high schoolers to debate about tradwives — and received international backlash

Life

Small Business Secrets

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'A piece of living history': How Greek milk bars changed the way Australians meet and eat

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As the threat of war heightens distress, help may be just a phone call away

Australia

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'We nearly gave up': These pizza chefs bought their first home. It hasn't been easy

Australia

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Gary wasn't impressed by Australia's dumpling scene. Now he's selling thousands a day

Australia

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Watch Insight on Tuesday 17 March at 8.30pm (AEDT) on SBS and SBS On Demand

Have you ever flirted to make a partner jealous? Do you envy a friend’s life? Are people jealous of you? Jealousy is driven by an underlying sense of insecurity and low self-esteem. Envy can lead to a feeling of inferiority. Can we embrace these emotions and use them for good?

Watch Dateline on Tuesday 17 March at 9.30pm (AEDT) on SBS and SBS On Demand

Dateline travels to Vienna, where fifty percent of the population is eligible for affordable and secure rent through social housing. What can Australia learn from Europe’s largest landlord?

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