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Activists fight to save historic home earmarked for demolition Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
There is a push to save precious memories stored within the walls of an historic home on Lismore's flood plain.
Live: Port forced into last-minute line-up switch ahead of Dockers clash Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
The 'dockside derby' between Port Adelaide and Fremantle kicks off a big Saturday of football ahead of tonight's clash of old rivals Collingwood and Carlton at the MCG. Follow live.
England and France prepare for game 'nobody wants to be in' Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
It is the World Cup game nobody wants to play in, but France and England say they are taking the third-placed play-off seriously.
Taco Bell lettuce identified as a source of US diarrhoea outbreak Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
A record number of cyclospora cases have been reported in more than 30 US states, but experts say not every illness is likely to have been caused by a single source.
China has stockpiled 'huge quantities' of frozen beef for this moment Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
As imports from Australia hit a wall because of large tariffs, China turns to its historically high stockpile of frozen beef.
Travel alert level for Laos raised as distillery owner charged Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
Authorities say tourists should exercise a high degree of caution in the country due to the risk of methanol poisoning, which killed Australian women Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles in 2024.
PM releases government's response to Islamophobia report Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
The Albanese government's long-awaited response to its special envoy's report on Islamophobia has rejected calls for an overhaul of counter-terror laws.
Australia's next football world cup is on home soil between seniors Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
Around 90 of Australia's finest older footballers will play for the world title on home soil in October this year.Â
Shark bites diver in waters off Bruny Island Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
A shark has bitten a diver on the forearm in waters off Bruny Island, Tasmania.
Golf champ reportedly threatens to leave The Open after penalty Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
US golf star Bryson DeChambeau is penalised two shots before reportedly threatening to not turn up for day three of The Open.
Former prosecutor says charges likely for man who shot alleged intruder Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
A suspected home invasion in northern NSW that left one man shot and an elderly couple with stab wounds sparks renewed discussion about self-defence and so-called "castle law".
Country town celebrates role in Australia's technological evolution Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
Carnarvon played host to Australia's first-ever live telecast with London 60 years ago. Now, one couple has visited the Pilbara town to recreate the family's involvement in the event.
Police set to brief Donald locals about alleged child murder Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
Victoria Police will hold a public meeting in Donald on Monday to update locals on their investigation into the alleged murder of 13-year-old Layla Jeffery.
What comes next after the landmark BHP strike? Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
For the first time in more than two decades, BHP workers in the the Pilbara went on strike. What do we know about how much impact it had and what comes next?
Smelter clean-up bill likely to be funded by Tasmanian taxpayers, experts say Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
The clean-up bill for the Liberty Bell Bay manganese smelter site may ultimately may be paid by the Tasmanian government, according to legal experts, following administrators' failure to secure a buyer for the embattled operation.
'Filthy, polluted': Trump's Canada threat as World Cup smoke risk looms Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
Fears that wildfire smoke could disrupt the World Cup final remain, as US President Donald Trump threatens Canada with tariffs.
Shipping in Strait of Hormuz under attack as US-Iran war heightens Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
The United States has struck bridges in Iran and Tehran has responded by hitting a power and desalination plant in Kuwait.
Fugitive busted pretending to fish as driver stuck in outback 'nightmare' Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
After agreeing to help smuggle an alleged drug trafficker out of Australia, Stephen Roche found himself at the centre of a living "nightmare", stranded in the outback without funds or friends, court documents have revealed.
'I didn't feel safe': Mum reveals concerns before childcare closure Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
A Canberra mother had concerns for her daughter's safety at Edge Early Learning in Higgins long before the ACT regulator ordered the centre to close.
These lemurs like to 'move it, move it' to the sound of a harp Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026
Harp therapist Alison Ware provides musical enrichment for animals at Canberra's National Zoo and Aquarium, adapting what she plays to suit different species.Â
News from the BBC World Service
US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran's armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz. Burnham finalising cabinet ahead of becoming PM on Monday Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 The new Labour leader says his government will deliver the biggest change in British politics for 40 years. Labour pins hopes on Burnham reboot as he plans policy blitz Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 There is belief in the party that the new leader could put Labour back in the political match, political editor Chris Mason writes. White House defends Argentina team over Falklands banner Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 The comments could further fuel the row over the incident, which has seen Downing Street back calls for Fifa to investigate. Mother of Henry Nowak killer jailed for removing knife from murder scene Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 Kiran Kaur is jailed after attempting to hide the knife used to kill student Henry Nowak. Bayeux Tapestry in 'wonderful state' after journey to London, French minister says Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 The French culture minister has told the BBC that the Bayeux Tapestry is in "a wonderful state". Trump threatens new Canada tariffs over fires sending 'filthy' air into US cities Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 Canadian leader Mark Carney says both the US and Canada have an equal responsibility to fight climate change, which experts say are worsening wildfire conditions. Lauren Laverne diagnosed with blood and bone marrow disorder Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 The broadcaster reveals she has smouldering myeloma, which can develop into a type of blood cancer. Many Ukrainian soldiers outraged over removal of defence minister, troops tell BBC Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 Protests erupted in Ukraine on Thursday after Mykhailo Fedorov's removal - and now soldiers are also criticising the move. Clacton by-election attracts 34 candidates Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 The list of people taking on Nigel Farage contains 20 independents and a number of joke candidates. EU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businesses Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 Under the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output. One anti-war critic fined, another held as Russia clamps down on dissent Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 While Boris Nadezhdin is barred from running for parliament, blogger Ilya Remeslo is remanded in custody. Five headaches Andy Burnham will have to deal with as PM Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 From defence spending to housing - the next UK leader has a series of challenges to deal with. Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK? Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country. The names in the frame to be chancellor - and what it could mean for your finances Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 Andy Burnham will be moving into Downing Street next week, and a question remains over who will be his neighbour in Number 11. Who is Andy Burnham's wife, Marie-France van Heel? Posted on Friday July 17, 2026 Van Heel, known as Frankie, is a marketing executive who has been in a relationship with Burnham since their university days. I took a month of unpaid leave to look after my daughter for the summer holiday Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 Like many parents, Natalie and her husband had to combine organised childcare and annual leave to cope with the six-week break. The Papers: 'The Burn supremacy' and 'Spice up your wife' Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 Britian's new prime minister Andy Burnham is the main focus of Saturday's papers. Kim Jong Un was meant to be their only idol - then North Koreans discovered K-pop Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 Defectors tell the BBC that despite restrictions, K-pop has cut through in the stifling dictatorship. Doctors failed to spot my hidden condition for so long I was left permanently disabled Posted on Saturday July 18, 2026 Actor Daneka Etchells is performing in a show which reflects her experiences of "medical gaslighting".
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