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Six Australian music acts inducted into ARIA Hall of Fame Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Gurrumul, Jenny Morris, Kate Ceberano, Spiderbait, The Living End, and Vika and Linda Bull were elevated six to top-tier status at a ceremony in Sydney as part of ARIA's 40th anniversary celebrations.
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Marles' AUKUS trip thrown into disarray as British defence secretary quits Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Defence Minister Richard Marles's visit to the United Kingdom has been thrown into chaos, after his British counterpart John Healey resigned hours before they were due to speak together.
Kaylee McKeown a victim of her own brilliance as three-year wait goes on Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Backstroke superstar Kaylee McKeown leaves the Australian Swimming Trials frustrated as her own world record remains just out of reach.
Child detainees in Queensland allegedly locked down for entire weekend Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Children incarcerated at two south-east Queensland youth detention facilities were allegedly locked down for an entire weekend due to staff shortages that have prompted dozens of workers across the state to walk off the job.
Man charged over alleged harassment of Bondi royal commission witness Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
The man from northern NSW was also found in possession of neo-Nazi material during a search warrant on Thursday.Â
Australians face a 'binary choice' as One Nation soars, says Chalmers Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Treasurer Jim Chalmers hits out at Pauline Hanson's ties to Gina Rinehart and questions whether she actually stands for battling Australians.
Gold Coast ruck the latest AFL-listed player banned for homophobic slur Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Gold Coast Suns ruck Max Knobel is banned over a homophobic slur during a VFL game, meaning he will be unavailable until after round 17 of the AFL season.
Bluesfest creditors owed $7 million, financial report reveals Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
A report into the cancelled Byron Bay Bluesfest reveals creditors are unlikely to be repaid the millions of dollars they are owed.
Rosemarie Campbell's family responds to damning inquest findings Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
The family of a Gold Coast woman who died following complications from a surgery performed by Reza Adib have called for accountability and meaningful change in the wake of damning inquest findings.
Thai court sentences two Uyghur men to death for 2015 Bangkok bombing Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
The men were accused of carrying out the attack on the popular Erawan Shrine that killed 20 people, many of whom were Chinese tourists.
'Trying not to cry': Rabbitohs rise after emotional Jai Arrow moment Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Jai Arrow has inspired South Sydney to a commanding win over the Brisbane Broncos, on an emotional night at Stadium Australia. Follow live.
'Inspirational' Dawson stars as Crows send premiership statement Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Jordan Dawson plays one of the best quarters of his career as Adelaide claims a 57-point win over the Western Bulldogs at Docklands.
Pauline Hanson reveals Gina Rinehart's role in One Nation policy making Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Pauline Hanson speaks of her "respect" for billionaire Gina Rinehart , becoming emotional during a speech recalling her time in detention.
BHP bracing for strike after WA workers back industrial action Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Unionised workers at BHPs operations in Port Hedland could walk off the job as soon as next week after endorsing protected industrial action.
Adelaide defence lawyer pleads not guilty to sexual offences Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Andrew Graham enters not guilty pleas to two counts of rape and one charge of compelling a person to sexually manipulate an offender.
Former Qld Labor ministers accused of political interference at CFMEU inquiry Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
The probe has wrapped up its tenth block of public hearings with explosive new allegations of political interference levelled against senior Palaszczuk government ministers Mick de Brenni and Grace Grace.
Tasmanian premier links minister's court action to Integrity Commission Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Premier Jeremy Rockliff links comments made by the boss of the state's Integrity Commission to a question about former minister Madeleine Ogilvie's Supreme Court action.
Hanson gets emotional revisiting decades-old Abbott feud Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
As Anthony Albanese stood in front of a Medicare banner and Pauline Hanson put her hand out for donations, voters could be forgiven for thinking the election was two months, not two years, away. Â
Man sentenced to 10 years in jail for stabbing death of niece in Darwin Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Andrew Mungatopi has been sentenced to 10 years and two months in prison for the fatal stabbing of his niece in a Darwin backyard in 2024.
Death in custody inquest finds evidence of complacency and incompetence Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
A NSW coroner recommends conduct reviews for medical staff over their treatment of a prisoner who died within a day of entering Australia's largest prison.
News from the BBC World Service
Chris Mason: Healey's resignation is a devastating critique of Starmer's government Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 An already politically weakened prime minister has been weakened further by the resignation of the defence secretary. El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures. Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Jess Turnbull "had so much to look forward to in her career and her life", the chief constable says. Olivia Rodrigo on heartbreak and choosing her wedding song Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack. Rapist jailed for trafficking and abusing girls Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Bawan Harwe is jailed for a series of child abuse offences against girls aged 12 to 16. Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood. Asylum appeal backlog at record high, new figures show Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 While the government has cut the backlog of cases waiting for a decision, the number of appeals has risen. Dani Dyer returns to Strictly a year after pulling out with broken ankle Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 "Hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one," the TV and social media star says. 'Mum was killing me': England's Declan Rice on sunburn for his World Cup photoshoot Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The Arsenal midfielder admits he was a touch pink in pre-tournament photos as players try to adjust to scorching conditions. Find your local World Cup hero with our postcode lookup Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool 'Absolutely buzzing': Scotland fans arrive on US soil Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Thousands of Tartan Army members are travelling to Boston ahead of the country's first match at the weekend. A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The BBC's Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament. Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The noughties girl group are back for a reunion gig to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album. Arbroath and Broughty Ferry by-election: A tale of two high streets Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The fortunes of both high streets will be one of the big topics to be considered by the constituency's new MP, following next week's election. 'I haven't left my house, I'm scared' says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The Mean Girls musical's run in Belfast is cancelled following disorder in the city. An Everest guide's miraculous survival raises questions for tourism industry Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Why was a cook leading clients up the world's highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself? Jilted bride who went ahead with wedding gets engaged Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Rather than cancel the £12,000 big day, Kayley Stead went ahead with it, posting videos and photos online. What we know about US sea drone used in helicopter crew rescue mission Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 BBC Verify examines what we know about the drone boat and how the mission took place. Pope Leo visits Canary Islands to highlight perilous journeys of migrants Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 During his trip, the Pope will appeal for a humane approach and respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life. Donaldson tells trial letter to alleged victim 'absolutely not' about abuse Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.
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