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Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16 Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Indonesia will be the first country in Southeast Asia to restrict the access of children to social media.
'Heartbreaking loss': Missing surf lifesaver found dead on Sunshine Coast Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
The alarm was raised when the 18-year-old failed to return to the beach on Wednesday, setting off a major search operation.
Man dead after reports of fight in Melbourne's north Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Police are investigating a man's death in Melbourne's north this evening after reports of a group of men fighting.
Man ramped in his final hours added to 'lack of dignity', partner says Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
An Adelaide man spent some of his final moments stuck in an ambulance outside a major Adelaide public hospital, his partner says.
Hundreds of jobs at risk as Tahmoor mine ordered into liquidation Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
A Supreme Court judge approves a winding-up order for the embattled Tahmoor mine, owned by billionaire Sanjeev Gupta.
Woman who put holes in friend's condoms found not guilty of intent to harm Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
A Bunbury woman has been found not guilty of intent to cause harm after she admitted to tampering with her housemate's condoms while she was in a "fit of rage".
Petracca supreme as Suns demolish Cats in red-hot start to AFL season Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Gold Coast have lived up to big expectations at Carrara, with Christian Petracca and Bailey Humphrey starring in a win over last year's grand finalists Geelong by nearly 10 goals. Follow live.
Plucky Bangladesh teases Asian Cup contest as North Korea, China advance Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
For 45 minutes, minnows Bangladesh pushed North Korea all the way. It was a breath of fresh air for a tournament desperately lacking close matches.
'A shock to me': Jackie O denies quitting radio show Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Jackie "O" Henderson has denied she quit her hit KIIS FM radio show she hosted with Kyle Sandilands, saying she was left in "shock" by the news.
Sculpture by the Sea exhibition returns to Perth after funding battle Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
The annual Sculpture by the Sea art exhibition returns to Cottesloe Beach in Perth after a funding shortfall forced its cancellation last year.
West Melbourne mosque closed after reports of suspicious package Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
A mosque in West Melbourne has temporarily closed while police investigate reports of a suspicious package.
Aussie Rules official heard describing women as 'breeders' Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
A southern NSW football club says an official has stepped down after making derogatory comments about players on its women's team.
Labor flips against Lee Point development ahead of Nightcliff by-election Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
During its eight years in government, Territory Labor supported an 800-home defence development in Darwin, but just before the Nightcliff by-election its candidate reveals the party's position has changed.
ADF helicopter forced to take evasive action during interaction with Chinese aircraft Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
The Australian Defence Force says a Seahawk helicopter launched from the Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba was confronted by a Chinese helicopter and was forced to "take evasion to maintain a safe flight".
Ex-youth camp operator sentenced to 12 years' jail for child sexual abuse Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
A man details in court how his life was affected by the sexual abuse perpetrated against him by a World War II veteran and Order of Australia Medal recipient, now aged 99.
Family shares heartbreak as murder investigation becomes double homicide Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Police say they are treating the death of a 69-year-old grandmother as a double homicide investigation, after her son, who was also found at the scene with serious injuries, died. Â Â
Broncos crash back to earth as Panthers get revenge in NRL opener Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
The Panthers remind the NRL of their brilliance with a ruthless 26-0 win over premiers Brisbane to kick off their 2026 season, exacting revenge for last year's epic preliminary final loss at Lang Park.
'Justice won’t be done': Death in custody findings released Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
The inquest heard that Greg Merriman had a heart attack and died alone in his locked cell after tear gas was deployed by Corrective Services officers in his prison wing.
Shown pornographic images, asked for threesomes: SES women's claims of sexism Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
A review into SES member experiences hears allegations of sexual harassment, stalking and pockets of "boys' clubs" operating throughout the state.Â
Jack wins back bus service after two years of walking through swamp Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Changes to bus services meant Jack Triffitt's had to walk to school every Friday, traversing across a swamp, multiple hills, a dirt road and a bridge. So he lobbied politicians, government departments and Metro for change.
News from the BBC World Service
'Worst night' of Israeli strikes so far, Tehran residents tell BBC Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Iranians in the capital tell the BBC of "constant explosions", as the US warned attacks will intensify. Emirates resumes some Dubai flights – what's the latest on travel to UK? Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 New flights to the UK from the Middle East follow days of widespread air travel disruption which had left Britons stranded. Four arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran's intelligence service Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The men were arrested on Friday on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service. Five ways the Iran war could affect you - in charts Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households. Man who murdered ex's sister and her children in revenge attack given whole-life sentence Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Bryonie Gawith and her children died when Sharaz Ali set fire to their home in revenge for her sister ending their relationship. Lenders lift mortgage rates as Iran war hits borrowing costs Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Nationwide, HSBC and Coventry Building Society are all putting some mortgage rates up. Driver jailed for killing student in van crash Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Christopher Jackson is jailed for killing Aalia Mahomed, 20, by crashing into her with his van. Mandelson's bail conditions lifted after misconduct in public office arrest Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Lord Peter Mandelson has had his passport returned by police, his lawyers say. Relying on drugs to stop obesity would be 'societal failure', says Chris Whitty Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 England's top doctor says the drugs should be for a minority and more effort is needed to prevent obesity in the first place. Surge in jet fuel prices could push up air fares, analysts warn Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Disruption to supplies from the Gulf due to the Middle East conflict has pushed the cost up by more than 80%. From killing her dog to luxury jets: Six times Kristi Noem made headlines Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Noem boosted deportations during her first year, but her controversies reportedly frustrated Trump. Meet GB's first female Paralympic snowboarder Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 When Nina Sparks was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021, she decided it was going to be the making of her - now she's competing at the Winter Paralympics. Weekly quiz: How much will a Spice Girls commemorative coin cost? Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Sheep are disappearing from our hills - and our dinner plates Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Have we have passed "peak sheep" in the UK? Meet the UK's Eurovision entrant: 'The BBC is taking a risk on me' Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Look Mum No Computer unveils his "completely wacky" song, and says he's surprised it was selected. My shirt was soaked in blood - but I was told to get back on the rugby pitch Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Ross Coombs has been diagnosed with early onset dementia and feels himself "gradually declining", but says there is "no support". Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand? Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Microsoft is the first big company out of the gates with Project Helix - a "next-generation" console. Who's to blame for Spurs crisis? Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty examines who - or what - is to blame for Spurs' crisis as they fight to avoid relegation. Flight paths squeezed as Iran conflict closes more airspace Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 A drone attack on Azerbaijan has narrowed choices for airlines scrambling to respond to disruption in the Gulf. 'What is the game plan?': The Iran war is unsettling China and its ambitions Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 China is not feeling the shock of war in the Middle East - yet. But it is feeling the ripples.
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