The Australian newspaper

The Australian is the country’s only national daily broadsheet newspaper, famously established by Keith Murdoch's son, Rupert Murdoch, in 1964. It was the first truly national newspaper in Australia, designed to provide a continent-wide perspective on politics, business, and social issues. The publication is printed across several major Australian cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth to ensure nationwide daily distribution.

Today, the newspaper remains a flagship brand of News Corp Australia, which is a major subsidiary of the global mass media conglomerate News Corp. Headquartered in New York, News Corp is controlled by the Murdoch family. The publication continues to hold a significant place in the Australian media landscape, focusing on high-level political analysis, sports coverage (such as the NRL featured in the provided image), and national affairs.