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The Greens appear to have fewer seats in the lower house after last weekend's election, but they may hold the balance of power in the Senate. It's not the result the party had hoped for; how will it shape the next parliament and the Greens' future?

Independent candidates appear to have gained ground in the federal election. Several recontesting their seats, have not only retained their position - but extended their margin. And with some seats still in play, more electorates could also turn independent.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda from Capital.com about the huge plunge on the global oil price and goes through Westpac's $3.3 billion half-year profit which contributed to the market's first fall in eight days.

As Ukraine works toward a ceasefire deal with Russia, Moscow's mayor claims the city has defended drone strikes on the capital. The report comes after least 11 people including two children were hurt in a Russian drone strike on Kyiv, which struck cars and residential streets.

In a rare failure of Israel's missile defence system, Yemen's Houthi forces have struck near Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport with a missile, injuring at least eight people and causing damage. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will retaliate with further strikes on Yemen, promising to send the Houthis' supporters in Iran a message.

The Coalition is on track for its worst-ever result at a federal election after last night's crushing loss to Labor. Peter Dutton lost his seat leaving the Liberal party having to select a successor. And the Greens are in a precarious position.

A so-called 'Freedom Flotilla' of ships headed for Gaza on a humanitarian mission has been stopped in its tracks after one of their ships was attacked by drones. The N-G-O behind the flotilla has pointed the finger at Israel, whose two-month-long blockade of Gaza has seen the enclave pushed to the brink.

Labor has won the 2025 Federal Election, as the Coalition confronted big swings against their party across the country. In what was widely expected to be a tighter contest, Anthony Albanese has not only remained Prime Minister but has also secured a majority government.

Music has been a common feature across almost all human civilisations, but do other animals share the same love? Meet Ronan the sea lion - whose sense of rhythm is proving better than some humans and delighting scientists. She bops perfectly in time to rock, and techno, but her first love is disco.

An election day news update

Election day has finally arrived- and the campaign hasn't ended for Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton.

A new job service that connects qualified migrants with employers, is expanding to tackle a national skills shortage. The social enterprise also aims to break down barriers for refugees and asylum seekers.

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent, Anna Henderson, the night before the federal election.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson, the night before the federal election.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital as the ASX200 extends its unbroken run to seven sessions of gains and discusses what's ahead.

Millions of women across the country are celebrating the federal government's pre-election $793 million women's health investment, following a national survey which found two thirds of women reported experiencing gender bias or discrimination in the health system. But not everyone is included in the benefits around cheaper medication and rebates for longer consultations, with women on temporary visas still often forced to sacrifice health care needs due to financial and cultural barriers.

In this episode: the seismic shifts that shaped President Trump first 100 days in office, Israel’s legal duties towards Palestinians in the spotlight at the International Court of Justice, and a look at how Mark Carney went from underdog to unlikely winner in Canada’s election.

The United Nations is again calling for the urgent delivery of medical, fuel, and food supplies into Gaza, saying the blockade is taking a toll on innocent civilians. The message comes as U-S President Donald Trump says he will do all he can to free an American-Israeli hostage being held by Hamas.

United States President Donald Trump has replaced his National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz. The move is the first shake-up of the president's inner circle, triggered by revelations in March that Mr Waltz added a journalist to a Signal group that discussed sensitive military plans.

From humanitarian visa pathways, raising the aged pension, and increased funding for youth programs – SBS asked audiences about the key issues that haven't received much coverage during election campaigning. This is what they said.