Kevin Rudd has announced he will step down as Australia's ambassador to the United States at the end of March 2026 after three years in the role. Former Labor senator Stephen Conroy and former defence minister Joel Fitzgibbon are among the top contenders being discussed to replace him in Washington. Former ambassador Arthur Sinodinos suggests the position requires someone with ministerial experience and strong networking abilities, noting that Fitzgibbon has the personality, defence background, and established US connections that make him a strong candidate.

From Channel 7's popular breakfast show with Natali Barr and Matt Shirvington, Sunrise brings you the show's latest news, entertainment and human-interest stories.

From Channel 7's popular breakfast show with Natali Barr and Matt Shirvington, Sunrise brings you the show's latest news, entertainment and human-interest stories.

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Kevin Rudd steps down as US ambassador

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Queensland Premier David Crisafulli addresses the ongoing flood emergency affecting the state, particularly western regions where catchments are full after receiving more than a year's worth of rain in a week. Over 50,000 livestock have been lost, with pre-positioned resources deployed to deliver fodder and veterinary supplies. The Premier defends his government's response amid criticism that Community Recovery Minister Amanda Kam is on safari in Africa during cyclone season while posting potentially misleading social media updates suggesting she is actively engaged with emergency services.

Queensland Premier defends flood response amid minister controversy

A new report reveals the average cost of sending a child to a public school in a metropolitan area in 2026 is more than $113,000 over 13 years. Perth offers the most affordable government schooling, Canberra has the cheapest Catholic education, and Adelaide provides the most affordable independent schooling. Melbourne ranks as the most expensive for both government and independent schools, while Brisbane tops the cost for Catholic education.

School costs reach $113,000 over 13 years

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The Flack family of Claremont, Queensland, are facing a massive clean-up bill potentially reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars after floodwaters destroyed their first farm just six months after purchasing it. The flooding has devastated the region, with boundary and internal fences destroyed across multiple properties, livestock wandering injured and displaced, and $22,000 worth of hay ruined when water entered a shed that hadn't flooded in 30 years. Despite their losses, the community has rallied together, with neighbours offering tractors, help, and even cleaning out flood-damaged homes while owners were away.

Claremont family faces huge losses after Queensland floods

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Kevin Rudd steps down as US ambassador

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