FIFA World Cup 2026 Bracket Anticipation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup bracket generates massive Australian interest, focusing on team matchups and knockout predictions, especially for the USMNT.
Archived Pulse in Australia
Country pulse digest
Monday, June 29, 2026
Archived Pulse in Australia
Australia's top search trends show heightened interest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup bracket, Ben Stokes' cricket retirement, ASIC's superannuation report, Karl Stefanovic's contract settlement, and developments in solar power technology.
Active topics
9
Search volume
240K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
9
Sports44% (4)
Money11% (1)
Entertainment11% (1)
Technology11% (1)
World11% (1)
Politics11% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Australia are primarily following major upcoming sports events and notable changes in sports figures, as evidenced by searches relating to the FIFA World Cup bracket and Ben Stokes' retirement. There is also a clear intent to explain and understand complex financial developments, specifically regarding the ASIC superannuation report and its implications for retirement savings. Meanwhile, entertainment-related searches about Karl Stefanovic's contract settlement reveal a debating intent, with the public interested in the circumstances and outcomes of media contracts.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Ben Stokes Retirement Spurs Curiosity: Ben Stokes’ surprise retirement from international cricket causes a surge in searches reflecting on his career and leadership.
ASIC Superannuation Report Raises Concerns: ASIC’s report on superannuation management alarms Australians, triggering a search for explanations about retirement savings risks.
Karl Stefanovic and Nine Network Contract Settlement: Karl Stefanovic's contract settlement with Nine Network draws public attention and debate on entertainment industry deals.
Growing Interest in Solar Power Innovations: Interest in solar power technology spikes amid renewable energy developments and sustainability concerns.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Australia
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsDeclining
josiah karapani
Josiah Karapani, a Brisbane Broncos player, has been dropped from the team following allegations of drink driving and traffic offences, attracting significant media coverage.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
02
SportsDeclining
fifa world cup 2026 bracket
People are searching about the 2026 FIFA World Cup bracket to understand the tournament matchups and predictions.
200K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
03
SportsDeclining
ben stokes
Searches spike following Ben Stokes' surprise retirement from international cricket.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
ben stokes international retirement announcementnz vs eng
04
MoneyDeclining
asic safeguarding super report
People are seeking explanations about the ASIC report on superannuation and its implications for retirement savings.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
asic retirement savings
05
EntertainmentDeclining
karl stefanovic nine contract settlement
Searches about Karl Stefanovic's contract settlement with Nine Network have surged in Australia.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
06
TechnologyDeclining
solar power
Interest in solar power has sharply increased as people seek information on solar energy developments.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
solar energy
07
WorldDeclining
prince harry, duke of sussex
Searches on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's plans for a UK visit have grown significantly in Australia.
2K+ searches · 300% growthLast seen 14 days ago
08
PoliticsDeclining
new south wales police
There is a significant public interest in recent developments and allegations involving the New South Wales Police, particularly concerning bullying, harassment.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
09
SportsDeclining
brisbane broncos nrl 2026 season
Searches for the Brisbane Broncos' NRL 2026 season indicate early interest in the team's plans and potential developments ahead of that year's competition.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
Sports / Following | 14 days ago
josiah karapani
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 14 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 1K+ recorded searches. People are searching to follow a developing event.
Last seen 14 days ago
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Broncos winger Josiah Karapani dropped from team after alleged drink driving - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Club Statement: Josiah Karapani - Brisbane Broncos
Broncos star stood down after being stopped by police - Nine.com.au
BREAKING: Broncos star dropped over alleged drink driving, traffic offences - Fox Sports
Broncos star dropped for allegedly drink-driving - News.com.au
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.