The federal government insists a US military base is not planned for Western Australia; At least six people killed in a school shooting in Thailand; and in sport, Members of the 2016 Rugby Sevens Women’s team reunite

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Donald Trump denies US weapons shortages as the Iran war continues; Penny Wong in Fiji for a meeting of Foreign Ministers meeting; And in sport, European countries continue FIFA boycott, despite apology for plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.

Donald Trump denies US weapons shortages as the Iran war continues; Penny Wong in Fiji for a meeting of Foreign Ministers meeting; And in sport, European countries continue FIFA boycott, despite apology for plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.

The government downplays speculation it could ditch gambling reforms in place of making major changes; A baby seal has died as bird flu cases continue to rise; and in sport, Australia’s most admired sporting figures named

Tens of thousands evacuated as wildfires spread across the United States; A Melbourne shopkeeper dies after an alleged attack by young shoplifters; and in sport, Gianni Infantino apologises for errors, but remains FIFA President

At least 17 killed in Russian attacks on Kyiv; Government to consider Noel Pearson's call for First Nations funding overhaul; And in AFL, Essendon's interim coach Dean Solomon rules himself out of the top job.

Bird flu threatens 300 species as Australia rockets past 100 cases; corruption watchdog reports serious and concerning conduct in Victoria's government; Carlos Alcaraz kept of the court again with an ongoing wrist injury.

Damage to Melbourne defence manufacturer investigated as terrorism; a mass funeral in Gaza for 112 Palestinians; Mitch Marsh helps Leeds Sunrisers set a record score in The Hundred.

On August 11, every household in Australia will be required to take part in the Census. In the lead up to Census night, SBS answers the key questions about when, why, and how the national survey is conducted.