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What happened when I embraced the Swedish right to camp anywhere you want Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
I've hated camping since I was a teenager, but embracing the spirit of Sweden's Allemansrätten — the right to camp wherever you like — changed everything.
Anna saw gambling as harmless fun. Here's what she wished she knew Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Experts say the gambling industry is increasingly targeting women, and there are potential risks with a novelty bet.
Put your Australian film knowledge to the test Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Think you know your Mad Max from your Muriel's Wedding? Take our Australian film quiz to find out.
Live: Jam-packed day as last round of World Cup group clashes kicks off Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
The final round of the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts with simultaneous Group B games between Switzerland and Canada, and Qatar vs Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
Sydney, Melbourne tipped to lead housing price drops as market cools Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
House price falls of up to 7 and 8 per cent in Sydney and Melbourne have been forecast for the year ahead, according to Domain. But it's far from doom and gloom for existing owners, with resale profits hitting a record.
France reports first Ebola case in doctor returning from DRC Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
France has confirmed its first case of Ebola, a doctor who had flown back from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Karl Stefanovic to reportedly leave Channel Nine after Tommy Robinson podcast Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Today show host Karl Stefanovic is set to leave Channel Nine after a podcast interview with British far-right figure Tommy Robinson, Nine Newspapers is reporting.
ASIO warns of 'unprecedented threats' and defends pre-Bondi resourcing Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Australia's domestic spy chief, Mike Burgess, has defended the agency's resourcing decisions in the years leading up to the Bondi terror attack, arguing his agency is grappling with an "unprecedented" volume of threats.
Victorian Liberal MP claims assault by party colleague Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
The Victorian Liberal Party is in chaos after an MP claimed they were assaulted by a member of their own party room.
Neil the seal is back bigger than ever and that's a problem Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Neil, an elephant seal well known to Tasmanians, has returned to land and a new video shows him being coerced off a road for his own safety.
Gina Rinehart names veterans' accommodation after Ben Roberts-Smith Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Australia's richest person has opened a facility for homeless veterans in a beachside Perth suburb.
Wayne Bennett rubbishes 'myths' around South Sydney's injuries Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Not for the first time, South Sydney is counting the cost of an outsized injury toll, with questions being asked about their training surface.
ICAC told favoured candidates got questions before uni's job interviews Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
A University of Wollongong governance manager has admitted that recruitment processes that led to her appointment were not fair or transparent.
NT Labor MLA caught speeding multiple times, years after fatal crash conviction Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Manuel Brown had his licence suspended for three months last October, which was not disclosed publicly at the time. The Arafura MLA also failed to disclose a conviction over a fatal crash when he was initially preselected for Labor in 2023.
Court hears girl was groomed to repopulate 'post-apocalyptic' world Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
A complainant has told a court that alleged NSW South Coast cult leader William "Little Pebble" Kamm groomed her for more than a decade.
Tech billionaire accused of assaulting partner, cutting $66k Birkin bag with scissors Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
A billionaire tech investor accused of assaulting his former partner and stealing expensive gifts he had bought her has his bail varied so he can visit his mother in Sydney.
Australia's mammals are at risk of bird flu. This is what we know Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
While birds are the most likely victims of the deadly strain of bird flu, researchers are also sounding the alarm for native mammals and marsupial species. These are some of the steps being taken to protect them.
Police release video of Townsville gym shooting and shop fire Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Queensland police have released video of a gym shooting and a suspicious shop fire in Townsville in Feburary.
Award-winning artist accused of copying second artwork Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Australian artist Jane Allan, revealed to have previously copied another painter's work, is being accused of a second case of imitation.
New registry established as MND becomes 'notifiable disease' in NSW Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
An MND expert says the registry is a first step to help identify what causes the incurable disease and how it could be stopped. Â
News from the BBC World Service
Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains Babies and mothers died after 'systemic and sustained' failings, largest NHS maternity review finds Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Donna Ockenden's largest review of NHS maternity services also finds a "bullying and toxic culture". 'From excitement to emptiness': Families affected by largest NHS maternity scandal tell their stories Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Families explain how they became part of the biggest maternity scandal in NHS history. Scotland fans pray for 'perfect' result ahead of Brazil World Cup tie Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Scotland will play their final group stage match against Brazil later, with hopes of making it to the knock-out stages. King meets women's cricket team that is not allowed to exist Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 King Charles shows his support for the Afghan women's cricket team, who are no longer allowed to play official games. Train passed red signal before fatal crash, says report Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 A preliminary report from the Independent Rail Accident Investigation Branch is published. Burnham on course to be PM, but what would his No 10 operation look like? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Burnham's top team starting to take shape as questions remain over his policies and priorities. UN nuclear chief says inspectors will visit Iran sites as part of war deal Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Rafael Grossi says the IAEA is "working on modalities" but an Iranian minister says such access would only be part of a final deal with the US. Police took eight minutes to find Henry Nowak's fatal stab wound Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 The Southampton student died from his injuries, while handcuffed on the ground by Hampshire police officers Michael Barrymore TikTok videos prompt concern over filming on smart glasses Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 A shop worker tells the BBC he unexpectedly appeared in a video Barrymore uploaded on social media. Elon Musk loses trillionaire status as global tech rout hits SpaceX Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Elon Musk lost his trillionaire status on Tuesday after a brutal global tech rout erased billions from his wealth. Air conditioning creates political divide in France Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 France is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about air-conditioning as temperatures soar. Power outages hit France as it records hottest day since measurements began Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 France has recorded it hottest day since records began in 1947, its national weather agency says, breaking a record set on Tuesday. The UK's summers are getting hotter - but how prepared are we? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Based on current trends parts of the UK are set to see 40C summers regularly within a couple of decades. How to use windows, blinds and fans to keep your home cool Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise. What are Scotland's chances of progressing as third-place finishers? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 With 32 of 48 teams advancing to the knockout rounds of the World Cup it is more difficult to be eliminated than to qualify. World Cup's best matches, moments, goals & players so far - ranked Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 After two rounds of fixtures, BBC Sport ranks the best matches, moments, players and goals of the World Cup so far. Two men make $50k to watch the World Cup, with nowhere to hide Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Meet the two men who are getting paid $50,000 (£37,800) to watch every single World Cup match from a glass enclosed living room in the middle of Times Square. Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life. Many fear the NHS will continue to fail mothers and babies unless there's a cultural shift Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.
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