Sam Neill Passes Away: Sam Neill, noted for roles in 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' has died at age 78, prompting widespread remembrance of his distinguished acting legacy
Regional Pulse in Australia
Country pulse digest
Monday, July 13, 2026
Regional Pulse in Australia
Recent search trends in Australia spotlight significant deaths of public figures, major investment interest in SpaceX post-IPO, sports controversies especially in cricket, new product launches like KFC's breakfast menu, and debates on mobile phone roaming policies.
Active topics
24
Search volume
239K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Sports33% (8)
Money17% (4)
Entertainment13% (3)
Technology8% (2)
Politics8% (2)
Life4% (1)
Culture4% (1)
World4% (1)
Health4% (1)
Weather4% (1)
Why people are curious
People are engaging with these topics driven by diverse intents: remembering notable figures who have recently died fosters collective mourning and honoring legacies; explaining motivates in-depth understanding of SpaceX's IPO and its financial implications, and of Brendon McCullum's coaching changes.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
SpaceX IPO Sparks Investor Interest: Interest in SpaceX's stock has surged after its IPO, with investors analyzing its potential to reach $220 by 2026
Diverse Searches on 'Figaro': The term 'Figaro' attracts searches spanning pet features, European Commission data analysis, cultural films, and sports recruitment
Theo Burrell Remembered After Passing: Theo Burrell, BBC Antiques Roadshow expert, died at 39 from brain cancer, prompting tributes highlighting his impact in antiques and cancer awareness
KFC Launches Breakfast Menu in Australia: KFC Australia has launched a new breakfast menu, fueling public planning and anticipation for the innovative offering
Cricket Scandal Involving Gardner and Voll: Australian cricket is embroiled in scandal due to allegations involving Ashleigh Gardner and teammate Georgia Voll, attracting broad media attention
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Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Australia
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
EntertainmentNew
sam neill
Sam Neill, the actor famous for roles in 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' has died at age 78.
100K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
sam neil
02
MoneyNew
spacex
Interest in SpaceX has surged following its IPO, with investors analyzing its stock potential and future growth.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
03
LifePeaking
figaro
Searches for 'Figaro' cover various topics, including a pet feature, historical data analysis, and cultural references.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 900%
04
CultureSurging
theo burrell
Theo Burrell, an antiques expert on BBC's Antiques Roadshow, passed away at age 39 after a battle with brain cancer.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
05
MoneySurging
kfc breakfast menu
KFC Australia has launched a new breakfast menu, sparking interest and planning among customers.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
06
SportsNew
georgia voll
A scandal involving Australian cricket player Ashleigh Gardner and teammate Georgia Voll has gained attention following allegations from Gardner’s estranged wife.
5K+ searches · 900% growthFirst recent appearance
ash gardnerashleigh gardner
07
WorldNew
hamish tait
Hamish Tait is currently trending in Australia due to recent news coverage related to serious allegations against a Sydney daycare worker, alongside other national news topics.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
news australia
08
HealthSurging
richard scolyer
Richard Scolyer, an Australian cancer expert, recently passed away and has been widely memorialized in the news.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 900%
richard scolyer funeralnine news
09
TechnologyNew
roaming
In Australia, there is a rising call for government action to mandate mobile phone roaming to improve connectivity, sparking discussion and comparisons with international roaming.
2K+ searches · 800% growthFirst recent appearance
10
TechnologyNew
airbus a380
The Airbus A380 remains a highly discussed topic as airlines adjust their fleets and routes involving this aircraft.
1K+ searches · 600% growthFirst recent appearance
11
WeatherNew
heat wave
Severe heat waves in Europe have caused thousands of excess deaths, raising concerns about extreme weather impacts.
1K+ searches · 700% growthFirst recent appearance
12
PoliticsEmerging
australian immigration card
Interest in Australian immigration cards has surged as travelers prepare for travel requirements.
2K+ searches · 800% growthRank fell 2 places
australia arrival card
Weather / Worrying | 1 hour ago
heat wave
Why it matters
NewThis topic has only just appeared in the recent pulse, backed by 1K+ recent searches and 700% growth. People are searching to understand a possible risk or disruption.
First recent appearance
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
June heatwave killed up to 440 people a day in England and Wales, data suggests - The Guardian
Scorching heat dome fuels dangerous, record-threatening heat wave across the West - FOX Weather
Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show - Reuters
Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heat wave, data show - KSL.com
Germany records nearly 100 drowning deaths, many of them young men, in June heatwave - The Guardian
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