Between 2024 and 2025, Australia recorded 357 drowning deaths — and nearly one-third of the victims were born overseas. Japanese lifeguard Hiroko Kono joins SBS Japanese to discuss how to stay safe in Australia’s waters. Recorded in January 2025. - 2024〜2025年度、オーストラリアで起きた溺死事故は357件に上り、そのうち約3分の1が海外出身者でした。ビーチを訪れる人が増えるこの季節。オーストラリアの海で安全に過ごすためのポイントを、日本人ラ…

Financial planning can feel stressful for any parent. When it comes to saving for your child’s future, knowing your options helps make informed decisions. And teaching your kid healthy money habits can be part of the process. - 子どもの将来のためにお金の計画を立てるのは、親にとってプレッシャーになることもあります。しかし利用できる選択肢を知っておくことで、より安心して判断することができます。子どもに健全なお金の使い方を教えることも、大切なステップのひとつです。…

Melbourne-based sound artists Ai Yamamoto and Dan West began collaborating online during the 2020 lockdowns. Since then, they have been creating performances that combine sound and visuals. - メルボルンを拠点に活動するサウンドアーティスト、アイ・ヤマモトとダン・ウェストは、2020年のロックダウン中、オンライン上のやりとりでコラボレーションをスタート。以降音楽と映像を配合したパフォーマンスを繰り広げています。…

The Liberal Party has abandoned its Net Zero climate policy, saying nuclear power will play a key role in the coalition’s energy strategy going forward. In Victoria, the government has introduced “Adult Time for Violent Crime” to tackle rising youth crime, and has also formalised Australia’s first treaty with Aboriginal people into law. Recorded 14…

The festive season is just around the corner! Today, Mayu shares some simple yet gorgeous ideas — perfect for easy and joyful entertaining. Best of all, they’re colourful, fun, and full of festive spirit! - 気づけば2025年も残り約1ヵ月ちょっと。クリスマスや年末年始、ホームパーティーの季節がまたやってきます。今日はそんなときに簡単なのにゴージャス！ そして楽しくおもてなしができる料理をご紹介します。…

Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'a piece of cake' - 新しい英語のフレーズを身につけて、より自然な会話を楽しみましょう！ ミニシリーズ：WORDS WE USE。今回のフレーズは「a piece of cake」です！

The Liberal Party has abandoned its Net Zero climate policy, saying nuclear power will play a key role in the coalition’s energy strategy going forward. In Victoria, the government has introduced “Adult Time for Violent Crime” to tackle rising youth crime, and has also formalised Australia’s first treaty with Aboriginal people into law. - 野党・自由党が、2…

Australia's race discrimination commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman says Australia needs a national inquiry into racism in workplaces. He has made the remarks as community leaders, advocates and trade union gathered in Canberra to examine systemic barriers faced by First Peoples and other racialised communities in the workplace. - オーストラリアの人種差別問題担当コミッ…

Australia has signed its first treaty with Aboriginal people, with Victoria's landmark agreement now formalised as law. The Prime Minister says the Liberals are walking away from climate action because they don't believe in science or cheaper energy bills. The Japanese Ambassador to Australia, Kazuhiro Suzuki, has called for a strategic "equilatera…

Japanese Ambassador to Australia Kazuhiro Suzuki delivered a speech at the National Press Club in Canberra on 12 November. He said that Japan’s top priority is to make the strategic partnership among Japan, Australia, and the United States an “equilateral triangle.” The ambassador also emphasised the importance of gas in the transition to clean ene…

今回目撃されたクジラは過去に確認された、同じく全身が白いザトウクジラ、「ミガルー」ではなく、2024年にトンガで生まれた「シアリ」であることがわかりました。

Japan's ambassador to Australia Kazuhiro Suzuki used a National Press Club speech to call for the two countries to form an equilateral security triangle with the United States. Indonesia's President, Prabowo Subianto, has arrived in Australia for his first official state visit since being sworn into office in October 2024. - 鈴木量博 在オーストラリア日本大使は、今日キャ…

The Australian baseball season kicks off on 13 November. Once again this year, young players from Japan’s professional baseball leagues have come to test their skills abroad. We spoke with four players from the Yomiuri Giants who have been sent to Adelaide Giants. - オーストラリアの野球シーズンが、11月13日に開幕します。 今年も日本のプロ野球界から若手選手が武者修行にやってきました。読売ジャイアンツから派遣された4人の選手にお…

Experts say caste discrimination and the practice of ‘untouchability’ are on the rise in Australia. But some South Asians are fighting back. - オーストラリアで、カースト制度によるカースト差別や、不可触民（アンタッチャブル、ダリット）の排除や差別の動きが強まっていると専門家らが指摘しています。南アジア系コミュニティーからは、差別に立ち向かおうとする動きも出てきています。

Astrocon II is set to take place in Sydney and Melbourne, featuring a special guest, Mari Shimizu, the original voice of the iconic anime character Astro Boy! (15-16 November) - 鉄腕アトムが誕生してから40年間に渡りアトムの声を務めた清水マリさんに会えるイベントがシドニーとメルボルンで開催されます！（11月15〜16日）

This week's J-Pop Hub features 'Koiwoshite' by HY, the theme song for a Japanese film '366 Days.' This film will be screened in Australia at this year's Japanese Film Festival. - 先月に続きオーストラリアで開催中の日本映画祭（Japanese Film Festival）上映作品の主題歌から。沖縄と東京を舞台にした恋愛映画「366日」の主題歌、沖縄出身のバンドHY（エイチワイ）による「恋をして」を取り上げます。

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has voiced his support for new laws restricting the use of masks and balaclavas at protests, as part of efforts to crack down on neo-Nazi activities. Today marks 50 years since the historic dismissal of the Gough Whitlam government. And in the United States, President Donald Trump has indicated his support for a Sena…

国内各地の話題や情報をお伝えするコーナー「オーストラリアワイド」。今週はアデレードから久保井有紀さんのリポートです。アデレードでは11月14日からビーチバレーボール世界選手権大会がはじまります。

Ms Kay Tang (唐蘆錦桂), originally from Taiwan, has taught Japanese folk dance, Taiwanese dance, and flower making as a volunteer instructor in Chatswood, northern Sydney, for 28 years. Having retired from volunteering this year, a commemorative gathering was held in her honour. - シドニー北部チャッツウッドで、日本の盆踊り、台湾の踊り、そしてフラワーメイキングをボランティア講師として28年間教えてきた台湾出身のケイ・タン（…

New South Wales Premier, Chris Minns, says laws will be tightened to make it easier for police to refuse approval for neo Nazi rallies. A new survey has found just 65 per cent of Australians have confidence in the country’s election results. - NSW州議事堂の前でネオナチ団体による抗議活動の許可が与えられていた経緯について捜査が進められるなか、同州のクリス・ミンズ州首相は再発防止のため法律を強化する方針を明らかにしました。オーストラリア国民のうち、選挙…

The title of the 31st film in the “Godzilla” series, Godzilla Minus Zero, was announced on November 3rd—Godzilla Day. We’ll be revisiting our 2024 interview with Dr Jason Jones, aka JJ, who’s well-known to listeners from the segment “SHOWA 100” on SBS Japanese. - 通算31作目となる「ゴジラ」の新作映画のタイトル、『ゴジラ-0.0（ゴジラマイナスゼロ）』 が、「ゴジラの日」である11月3日に発表されました。SBS日本語放送、第一木曜日…

Many newly arrived migrants in Australia seek relationships not only for romance but to regain a sense of belonging. Separation from loved ones often drives this need for connection. This episode explores how dating in Australia differs from more collectivist cultures and how newcomers can find partners. From social events and dating apps to profes…

Bleak Squad is a four-piece band that Naomune calls a “supergroup of veterans who are also newcomers.” Formed this year, the project brings together four accomplished musicians, each with a remarkable background in their own bands. - 今週の「ミュージックファイル」は、安斎さんが「ベテランにして新人スーパーグループ」と呼ぶ、4人組のバンド、ブリーク・スクワッドです。

As UN COP30 kicks off, Greenpeace has criticised countries for their slow progress in cutting greenhouse gas emissions. Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has agreed to a proposal for a humanitarian ceasefire. ASIO has warned this week that there is a realistic possibility that a foreign government could attempt to assassinate a person it de…

In this episode, Melbourne-based cooking instructor Mayu Tomaru explores the variety of clams available in Australia — especially those found in Vietnamese districts and Asian grocery stores. The segment features a pasta recipe which uses Vietnamese clam known as ngheu. - ひな祭りに欠かせないハマグリのお吸い物。でも、オーストラリアで暮らしていると「ハマグリが手に入らない！」――そんな経験をした人も多いのでは？メルボルン在住…

As UN COP30 kicks off, Greenpeace has criticised countries for their slow progress in cutting greenhouse gas emissions. Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has agreed to a proposal for a humanitarian ceasefire. ASIO has warned this week that there is a realistic possibility that a foreign government could attempt to assassinate a person it de…

If the Showa era in Japan continues, this year marks the centenary of the Showa period. Let's look back on that era while enjoying nostalgic songs from the 1960s to the 1990s. 'Showa 100' is broadcast on the first Thursday of every month. - 昭和の時代が続いていれば、今年は昭和100年。1960年代～1990年代の懐かしい曲を楽しみながら、その時代を振り返ってみましょう。…

One in five Australians, or around three-million adults, have low literacy or numeracy skills - and it can have a big impact on how people are able to engage in everyday life. Programs are in place across the country to help people improve their skills and achieve their life goals. Including one in Tasmania, helping adults become work ready. - オースト…

Learn how to split the bill in English. Discover useful expressions for sharing costs, shouting rounds, and transferring your share easily. - 割り勘など、お会計の際に便利な英語の表現を学びましょう！

オーストラリア政府は、サイバー犯罪を通じて北朝鮮の兵器開発資金を調達していたとして、4つの団体と1人の個人を制裁対象に指定しました。アメリカのニューヨーク市長選でゾーラン・マムダニ氏が歴史的勝利を収めたのに続き、カリフォルニア州でも、民主党に有利とされる新たな連邦議会選挙区の区割り案が承認される見通しとなりました。ミラノ・コルティナ冬季オリンピックに向け、今日オーストラリア選手団の新しい公式ユニフォームがお披露目されました。

With just about a month to go before Australia’s new law restricting social media use for under 16s comes into effect, many details remain unclear. Amid ongoing uncertainty, the government has announced an expansion of the platforms subject to the restrictions — bringing the total to nine platforms. - 16歳未満のSNS利用を制限する新しい法律が、オーストラリアで施行されるまで、残りおよそ1ヵ月…

Australians in three states are to be offered three hours of free electricity in the middle of the day, under a scheme to share abundant solar energy harvested in non-peak hours. The plan has been welcomed by environmental groups, but some in the Opposition are unimpressed. - 2026年半ばから始まる「ソーラー・シェアラー・プログラム」ではNSW州、SA州、そしてQLD州の南東部にお住まいでスマートメーターを設置している…

Australia’s top spy has warned three unnamed nations after revealing there is a “realistic possibility” a foreign government could attempt an assassination on Australian soil. Reddit and Kick will join another six social media platforms to be subject to the under-16s social media ban. - ASIOは、 オーストラリア国内で海外の３カ国の政府による「現実的な暗殺の可能性」があると発表しました。来月から始まる16歳…

For people of African descent, experiences of racism and discrimination are varied. How are different generations coming together to understand and address the issue? - アフリカ系の移民たちが直面する人種差別は多種多様です。異なる世代はどのようにこの問題に共に立ち向かっているいるのでしょうか？

The ANU Kabuki Club at the Australian National University is recognised as the longest-running student kabuki troupe in the Southern Hemisphere. Established in the mid-1980s by faculty members to enhance students’ Japanese-language proficiency, the club has since evolved into a unique cultural institution. - オーストラリア国立大学の「ANUザ歌舞伎倶楽部」は 南半球で最も長い歴史を誇る学…

The United States seeks a humanitarian truce in Sudan. Liberal Senator Jane Hume says the party's policy on net zero must be decided soon. Tributes for French cyclist Charles Coste who has died aged 101. - アメリカは、内戦が続くスーダンで人道的な停戦の実現を目指しています。自由党のジェーン・ヒューム上院議員は、ネット・ゼロ政策について早急に方針を決める必要があると述べています。フランスの自転車競技選手、シャルル・コストさんが101歳で亡くなり、各界から追悼の声が寄せられています。…

Our November picks are here! The SBS Japanese team dives into three standout titles on SBS On Demand — Reckless, What It Feels Like for a Girl, and Japan’s One Cut of the Dead. - 世界のTVシリーズや映画を無料で楽しめる SBS On Demand。今月配信作品のハイライトを日本語で紹介します。

One person is being treated as the only suspect in a stabbing attack that occurred on board a train in the East of England over the weekend. A 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck near one of Afghanistan's largest cities, Mazar-e Sharif in the country's north. - イギリスで現地時間1日、ロンドン行きの列車内でおきた刺傷事件について、警察は32歳の男を単独の容疑者として捜査しています。アフガニスタンで現地時今日未明、北部に位置する主要都市…

新たな出会いを求めて始めたケアンズからメルボルンまでの3500㎞の徒歩の旅。道中で出会った多くの人々からたくさんの優しさを受け取ったことで、今度はその優しさを次の人へつなぎたいと思うようになりました。

Melbourne Cup, dubbed as “the race that stops a nation,” is on 4 November this year. SBS Japanese spoke to Kousuke Kawakami, a former jockey who has built his career in Australia, about what makes Australian horse racing so special and his time in the saddle. This story was first published in 2024. - 毎年11月の第1火曜日に開催される、世界的に有名な競馬のイベント「メルボルンカップ」。「国を止め…

Thinking of going fishing in Australia? Make sure you are familiar with local regulations, including licensing systems, closed seasons, size limits, permitted gear, and protected species. - オーストラリアで釣りを行う際は、ライセンス制度や禁漁期間、サイズ制限、使用可能な道具、保護対象種など、各地域で定められた規則を理解しておく必要があります。

This week’s featured artist is Australian indie rock band The Belair Lip Bombs, from Frankston Victoria. - メルボルンのサウンドエンジニア、安齋直宗さんの金曜日のコーナー『Music File』。今週のアーティストは、オーストラリアのインディロックバンド、ザ・ベルエア・リップ・ボムズ！

Victoria's parliament passes a historic treaty with First Nations people. King Charles strips his brother Andrew of all his titles. The federal government has tabled its long-awaited overhaul of Australia's national environment laws in Parliament. Recorded 31 October. - ビクトリア州議会で、先住民との歴史的な条約が可決されました。チャールズ国王の弟、アンドリュー氏が、王子の称号を剥奪され、王室の公邸を退去するよう求められました…

In Australia, several thousand species of shellfish have been identified, and among them, dozens are considered edible. In this episode, we’ll introduce some of the varieties you can find at local markets — scallops, mussels, abalone, and a small clam known as pipis. - オーストラリアでは、約数千種類の貝類が確認されており、食用としては、数十種類以上にのぼるとされています。 このエピソードはその中から、マーケットで見かけるホタテ…

Victoria's parliament passes a historic treaty with First Nations people. King Charles strips his brother Andrew of all his titles. The federal government has tabled its long-awaited overhaul of Australia's national environment laws in Parliament. - ビクトリア州議会で、先住民との歴史的な条約が可決されました。チャールズ国王の弟、アンドリュー氏が、王子の称号を剥奪され、王室の公邸を退去するよう求められました。オーストラリアで数十年ぶりとなる、環境法…

The 70-year-old viral omurice chef has continued to evolve over time, driven by one goal — to make the world a happier place with his fluffy, golden omelette draped over rice. - 「オムライスで世界をハッピーに」をテーマに、京都の小さな洋食店からその魅力を発信してきた料理人でありエンターテイナーの幸村元吉さん。70歳とは思えないエネルギーと、オムライスに注ぐ情熱に迫ります。

New environment laws widely criticised after being introduced to parliament. The opposition is blaming the government amid fading hopes of cash rate relief, after mortgage holders received the unwelcome news inflation is rising again. - オーストラリアのマレー・ワット環境相は、、環境保護・生物多様性保全法（EPBC法）の大幅な改正案をきょう連邦議会に提出し、年内の成立に向けて野党保守連合への協力を呼びかけています。オーストラリアのインフレ率が再び上昇したことを…

Counter-terrorism police forces across Australia have launched a new campaign that aims to educate people about how to protect themselves in the event of an armed attack. Authorities say Australia is at risk from weapons attacks, especially in crowded places, while the country's terror threat level remains at probable. - もしもテロ攻撃や武装攻撃に遭遇してしまったら…国内の警…

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised Malaysia's leadership in hosting the 5th ASEAN-Australia Summit in Kuala Lumpur. U-S President Donald Trump has praised Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi a winner, saying the relationship between the US and Japan is a cherished alliance. - アルバニージ首相は、第5回ASEAN・オーストラリア首脳会議の開催地となったマレーシアのリーダー…

A celebration of the sister-city relationship, the Canberra Nara Candle Festival was held over the weekend, with 2,000 candles lit — inspired by Japan’s Nara Tokae Festival. Canberra also hosted the Australian Masters Games, which attracted more than 7,000 participants. - 国内各地の話題や情報をお伝えするコーナー「オーストラリアワイド」。今週は、キャンベラのヘイゼルウッド恵美さんのリポートです。週末開催されたキャンベラ奈良キ…