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I'm ready to be Swans captain, says Gulden Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Sydney star Errol Gulden throws his hat in the ring to be the stand-in captain in the absence of the injured Callum Mills as the Swans prepare for a prelim final.Â
'You've got to be loyal, good times and bad': Crows fans commiserate finals loss Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Crows fans were flying high before their grand final dreams were smashed by the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba with a 53-point feat on Saturday night.
Breaking: SA records first bird flu case in sea lion Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
The sea lion was found at Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island.
Melbourne man facing charges linked to extremist group chat, AFP say Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
A Melbourne man has been charged with possessing violent extremist material, with AFP alleging he is linked to a network that has been sharing online content, including ISIS propaganda.Â
PM defends late mother against Hanson public housing 'attack' Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Anthony Albanese has fiercely defended his late mother against criticism by Pauline Hanson, who has been called on to apologise for her remarks.
Trump says reunification of Ireland would be 'fantastic' while visiting on golf trip Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
The US president made the contentious comments during a weekend visit to a tournament at his Irish golf course.
Warriors moved to Eden Park for Knights finals showdown Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
The New Zealand Warriors will play their first NRL final at Eden Park in Auckland when they face Newcastle in an elimination final next week.
Wells willing to change digital harm proposal to win Coalition support Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Communications Minister Anika Wells responds to criticism about proposed new ministerial powers to designate what constitutes serious online harm, saying she is open to changing the bill.
Immigrants wary of becoming political fodder as migration debate heats up Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
An expert argues the migration debate is fixated on the wrong number, while regional Australia calls for a national settlement strategy.
Man shot in Perth's Hamilton Hill as police search for two suspects Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
WA Police are urging the public to avoid Hamilton Hill and stay indoors, as two males who are believed to be involved in the shooting are still on the run. Â
Newman Rodeo's return for first time since 2019 draws 'royalty' Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Newman's first rodeo in seven years draws crowds from far and wide, including rodeo royalty.Â
Trump takes call from Saudi crown prince amid renewed fighting in Yemen Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Renewed fighting has erupted between the Iran-backed Houthis and Yemeni government forces, supported by Saudi Arabia, putting more pressure on a vital oil shipway.
Root says England's back from 'chaos' after Pakistan series sweep Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
England Test captain Joe Root says his side are back on track after sealing a 3-0 series sweep against Pakistan.Â
When Charlie isn't at school, he's welding thousand dollar scrap sculptures Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Charlie Guiver, 14, picked up his fist drill when he was two and has since honed his craft as a sculptor using scrap metal — recently selling one for $8,000.Â
Australian tourist dies after falling from beach cliff on island near Bali Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
A Queensland woman has died after falling from a cliff at a popular tourist beach on Nusa Penida island, east of Bali.
Women say outback contest 'not just bikinis and beauty' Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
A three-decade-old beauty contest continues to draw crowds and entries in Western Australia's north. The 2026 Miss Cable Beach says entering was an empowering experience.
SA's road toll rises after two separate fatal crashes in a day Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Two men have died in two unrelated crashes in Adelaide's southern suburbs, bringing the road toll to 79.Â
Labor pledges more police and new academy in Melbourne's west Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
A re-elected Labor government will recruit an extra 1,500 police officers and build a new training facility in the Wyndham area, Premier Ben Carroll says.
No music teacher until high school? This charity fills the gap Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Experts say early exposure to music lessons helps the brain develop, but not-for-profits are relied on too heavily to provide music education to primary school students.Â
Love when you don't know when you'll meet again Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026
Mohammad never expected that a simple Instagram message would lead to a love story shaped by distance, war and agonising immigration struggles.Â
News from the BBC World Service
AI staff 'genuinely frightened' for humanity's future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Jacob Coxon tells the BBC that there's a strong chance AI could end humanity if the rate of development is not reined in. Will the Thirlwall report change the debate about Lucy Letby? Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 The inquiry into the former nurse is expected to find failures by her hospital to ensure patient safety. Trump's comments on a united Ireland may have targeted audience across the Atlantic Posted on Saturday September 12, 2026 Nobody could have predicted that today's main global headline would be Trump's desire to see a unified Ireland. Student loan terms to be made clearer in England Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Changes will spell out that governments can change rules and that career choices affect repayments. Reform receives second £36m donation in two days as crypto investor matches record Posted on Saturday September 12, 2026 The party says the money will allow it to fight the next election on a "level playing field", while rivals have renewed calls for donations from individuals to be capped. Diljit Dosanjh makes history under the famous Wembley arch Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Wembley Stadium billed Diljit Dosanjh as the first Punjabi singer to headline the iconic music venue. 'She's back': Fans dance, sing and cry after Céline Dion's comeback concert in Paris Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Thousands turned out to witness Céline Dion perform in Paris on Saturday, her first show after a six year illness-induced hiatus. Some dentists say more young people are grinding their teeth - are you one of them? Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Millions of us do it, though few of us realise we do - but getting the right treatment can be life-changing. Drag Race co-creator fears for queer representation after BBC drops show Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 The BBC is cutting the show because of financial pressures, sparking discussion about LGBTQ+ representation on TV. They lost their jobs after posting about Charlie Kirk, but some have no regrets Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Some people fired in the wake of Kirk's assassination have won big settlements from employers, others have had to start over from scratch. Best friends for decades - until a DNA test revealed they were sisters Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Meena Geltink and Minal Tijssen were adopted from orphanages in Mumbai in the 1980s and grew up in the Netherlands. Russians seek answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Officials say more than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk offensive, but no-one really knows the true figure. The Papers: 'Nigel hits the jackpot' and 'Dark day for democracy' Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Almost every paper on Sunday leads on a record-breaking double donation of £72m to Reform UK. Rybakina wins US Open to inflict further pain on Sabalenka Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Elena Rybakina demonstrates why she is the best women's player in the world by beating Aryna Sabalenka to win her first US Open title. Watch: Fantasia on British Sea-Songs at the Last Night of the Proms Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Sir Henry Wood composed the melody for the centenary of the Battle of Trafalgar in 1905. Tom Felton: I'm so excited to see Rupert Grint play Ron Weasley again Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 Tom Felton talks about taking on Broadway, Rupert Grint following his footsteps and a new Harry Potter generation. Five night sky events to look out for this autumn Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026 From meteor showers to a November supermoon, there are a number of impressive sights to behold in the autumn night sky. 'Skimpflation' warning as tinned mackerel alternative hits more supermarket shelves Posted on Saturday September 12, 2026 Consumer group Which? has called the sale of jack mackerel, a cheaper, less nutritious species of fish, an example of "skimpflation". I was beating adults at chess when I was eight Posted on Friday September 11, 2026 Last week 13-year-old Ethan became the youngest Ulster Chess champion in history across all ages. The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026 What makes someone stand out in a crowded workplace? Six business leaders tell us what they look for.
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