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Piastri qualifies third as Antonelli claims pole in Japan GP Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Australia's Oscar Piastri of McLaren qualifies third fastest for the Japanese Grand Prix, behind the Mercedes duo of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
Darwin's ambulance service fails overnight as 61 Triple Zero calls abandoned Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Darwin's ambulance service has reached a "critical failure point" as 42 per cent of Triple Zero calls were abandoned overnight.
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Night events for female runners in NSW after harrassment reported Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Fifty per cent of female runners in NSW have experienced harassment, new research shows, with an overwhelming majority saying safety issues dictate their behaviour.Â
Baby killed, woman and child injured as rideshare car hits tree Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
A 7-month-old child has died after a rideshare vehicle crashed into a tree in Perth's south-east, leaving two other passengers seriously injured.
Cyclone Narelle devastates WA tourist town, airport 'obliterated' Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
The northern WA tourist town of Exmouth has been left isolated and heavily damaged after Cyclone Narelle tore through the town.
Tristan Gourlay breaks Australian sailing record for fastest global circumnavigation Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Tristan Gourlay has broken the Australian record for the fastest solo, unassisted circumnavigation of the world — completing it in 138 days. The record he broke was set by his father, Ken Gourlay, in 2007.
Three killed in a spate of road crashes across north and central Queensland Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Queensland has recorded three new traffic fatalities over the past 24 hours. There were 64 fatalities recorded in the state from January 1 to March 22, compared to 49 in the same period last year. 2025 marked a 16-year high for road deaths.
Broncos player Josiah Karapani banned from Fortitude Valley after 'disturbance' Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Police issued Mr Karapani with a public nuisance infringement and banning notice early on Saturday morning, after an alleged "disturbance".Â
Lambs hit $500 as supply dwindles towards record low Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Australian sheep and lamb prices keep rising despite global uncertainty. But how long will consumers be willing to pay?
Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah speaks at NSW writers' festival Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Her inclusion at the event was slammed by NSW Premier Chris Minns, but Dr Abdel-Fattah told an audience in Newcastle today that art and literature can be spaces for political expression.
Bank of America agrees to pay $105 million to settle Epstein-related lawsuit Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
The Bank of America has agreed to pay $US72.5 million ($105.3 million) to settle a civil lawsuit brought by women who accused the bank of facilitating their sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, court records show. Â
'Like winning lotto': Medicare owes money to almost one million Aussies Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Services Australia is urging people to check if they're owed money from a $272 million pool of unclaimed money.
Cowboys score three tries in eight minutes to complete comeback against Storm Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
The Cowboys completed a second half comeback, scoring three tries in eight minutes, to defeat the Storm 28-24.
Australia sets record score to claim 1-0 series lead over West Indies Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Australia power to a 103-run win over the West Indies, despite Stafanie Taylor's breakthrough one-day century.
'All the villages will be deserted’: The crisis emptying Greek islands and towns Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Greece's population could drop by as much as 20 per cent by 2050, with the government declaring the situation a "national threat".
PM announces new powers to boost fuel supply amid Middle East tensions Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
The Albanese government will use public money to underwrite the delivery of extra cargoes of fuel in a bid to shore up supply during the Middle East conflict.Â
Police search for teens after Melbourne crash as paramedic injured Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Police say four teenagers in a stolen car collided with an older couple in Carlton this morning, with two fleeing the scene immediately.
Remote WA area connected to outside world with first at-home internet service Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Residents from remote Ngalingkadji in Western Australia's north are being connected to the internet at home for the first time, bringing banking services, telehealth and emergency services.
Young Queensland runner breaks national records at state titles Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
A rising Queensland runner is drawing national attention after dominating three events — but said his dream sport lies elsewhere.
'Gigantic waves' batter NSW coastline amid 'treacherous' surf conditions Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026
Huge swells have inundated NSW beaches as most of the coastline remains closed to the public due to hazardous surf conditions.
News from the BBC World Service
Iran war splits older and younger conservatives - as pressure builds for Trump to find exit ramp Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 More than a thousand miles from Washington, the conflict was a dominant topic of conversation at CPAC. Agent begged Epstein to have sex with model, emails show Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 Ramsey Elkholy introduced the financier to women as young as 18 in correspondence over almost a decade. Parkinson's drugs warnings review after some patients 'misled' over impulsive side effects Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 Warnings for dopamine agonist drugs are to be reviewed after BBC identified an error in patient leaflets. What now for Tiger Woods after latest arrest? Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter assesses where Tiger Woods' latest arrest leaves his legacy. Video shows US missile likely used in deadly strike on Iranian town, experts say Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The analysts identified a Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) in footage of the strike on the southern town of Lamerd. Tiramisu hot cross buns, doughnut eggs: Have Easter treats gone too far? Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 With the cost of living rising, shoppers give us their thoughts about the new versions of the Easter classics. I escaped North Korea with my mum. Now I'm terrified she might be sent back Posted on Friday March 27, 2026 Geumseong survived a dangerous journey to South Korea, but his mother is stuck in a Chinese prison and may be forcibly repatriated. Noah Wyle is back in A&E with new drama The Pitt: 'I hope people watch with empathy' Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The former ER star is back playing a physician with PTSD in a new US medical drama. 'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The landmark decision in an LA court may go beyond immediate impacts on defendants Meta and YouTube. No new meningitis cases in a week - but the threat might not be over Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The worst seems to be over, but questions remain about why this happened and whether it could happen again. Where have weekend jobs for teenagers gone? Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 Youth unemployment and minimum wage increases are causing teens to be squeezed out of job market. How Trump and the oil markets move in sync: Five changes in charts Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive? 'Our home is gone': BBC speaks to displaced families in Lebanon Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The BBC's Hugo Bachega speaks to families in Beirut as more than a million people have been displaced in Lebanon. 'My daughter is under the rubble': Inside Tehran as civilian toll of strikes rises Posted on Friday March 27, 2026 One month since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, Tehran residents tell the BBC their lives have been devastated. Why is it so hard to pass through the Strait of Hormuz? Posted on Friday March 27, 2026 Paul Adams explains why it is so dangerous to navigate the strait, one of the world's busiest oil shipping channels. New EU border checks delayed again over tech issues Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The new system was due to be fully implemented at the Eurotunnel and Port of Dover on 10 April. Gaza peace doubts deepen as attention shifts to Iran Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 With the world focused on the Iran war, there is increasing uncertainty about what happens next for Gaza. Mary Rand - the Olympic champion who blazed a trail for female athletes Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 Mary Rand, the first British woman to win athletics gold at the Olympics, was described as "Marilyn Monroe on spikes". How much screen time is too much for under fives? Posted on Saturday March 28, 2026 The BBC's Vanessa Clarke talks through the government's new advice for children using screens. When and why the clocks go forward Posted on Friday March 27, 2026 Lighter evenings are incoming. The clocks go forward on Sunday marking a big step towards warmer months and longer days.
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