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Burke celebrates capturing 'apex of criminal network', Hamad Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says he believes tobacco kingpin Kaz Hamad thought he was "out of reach" of authorities before his arrest in Iraq.Â
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Search underway for missing French diver in Antarctica Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Australian authorities say they are "investigating all the options available" to assist a search operation for a French diver missing in Antarctica.
'Dangerous' pipe bombs found on Canberra footpaths Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Police are urging Canberrans not to touch suspicious objects after pipe bombs were discovered in Belconnen.
'Unacceptable': Juveniles charged, e-rideables crushed in police crackdown Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Police charge 25 youths and seize and destroy dozens of electric scooters and off-road bikes in a targeted crackdown on e-rideables in Perth's northern suburbs.Â
World title hopes on the line in Tszyu-Zerafa showdown Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
No Limit boss George Rose says the doorway to the world will open for the winner of the Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa grudge boxing showdown.Â
Hackers access student emails, passwords in major school data breach Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Hackers have accessed the emails, passwords and names of past and present students from all Victorian government schools in a major data breach.
'Not fair': Commercial fishers warned over salmon antibiotic Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Tasmania's Natural Resources and Environment Department has warned commercial fishers that driving their boats near some salmon pens could result in their onboard catch absorbing traces of the antibiotic florfenicol.
Festival director warned board about Writers' Week fallout Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
As the Adelaide Festival director reveals he had urged the festival's board not to cancel Palestinian Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, a former board member opens up about his very different concerns about the Adelaide Writers' Week program.
WA windsurfer clinches junior world championship on home waves Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Geraldton windsurfer Sarah Kenyon is victorious after a tight battle in the sport's junior world championships held in regional WA for the first time.
Indonesian fishermen jailed after repeat offences in Australian waters Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
The men will serve four months in prison after being caught off the WA coast with 40 kilograms of sea cucumber and an array of fishing gear.Â
Police responding after workers uncover sack of explosives in Kalgoorlie Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Builders working in the rear yard of a surveying company got a shock when they came across a hessian sack full of old mining explosives.
Police issue arrest warrant over alleged murder of Brisbane carer Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Velvet Pesu was found dead at a house in Logan on Monday while police were conducting a welfare check.
Cow survives 80km swim in floodwater before washing ashore on beach Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Amid the damage from flooding in Central Queensland, tales of livestock surviving are emerging, including one cow's incredible waterlogged journey.Â
Adelaide United says Josh Cavallo never raised homophobia concerns with the club Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
The head of Adelaide United says the former Reds player Josh Cavallo never raised concerns about homophobia or not being selected to play based on his sexuality while at the A-League club.
Cultural claim over key Brisbane Olympic site knocked back Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt has rejected a cultural heritage claim on the site of Brisbane's Olympic stadium, and has appointed an independent facilitator to mediate between interested parties.Â
Police baffled by 'strange' $140k boat theft Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Police search for a boat worth about $140,000 that was stolen from the Sunshine Coast after its keys were left on board while the owners were overseas on holiday.
'She watches a lot more cricket than I do': Healy taken aback by commentary praise Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
After calling time on her decorated 15-year career, a spell in media commentary looks inevitable for Australian cricket star Alyssa Healy.
Wildcard Preston makes maiden quarters with upset win Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
The 20-year-old world number 204, who also has a wildcard at the upcoming Australian Open, won the match against the world number 72 6-4, 6-1.
Trump dismisses concern Greenland takeover would destroy NATO alliance Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
Greenlandic and Danish foreign ministers will meet US Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington after the US renews threats to take control of the Arctic island.Â
Poppy thieves warned of 'life-threatening' danger Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026
The theft of a "significant quantity" of medicinal-grade poppies could result in a "life-threatening" situation if they are ingested in pursuit of a high, Tasmanian authorities warn.
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News from the BBC World Service
Ministers drop plans for mandatory digital ID to work in UK Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 There will still be digital checks on those starting a new job, but people will not need to hold a digital ID. Chris Mason: The climbdowns stack up for Starmer with digital ID U-turn Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 The government dropping the digital ID scheme's mandatory element is another climbdown for Downing Street, writes the BBC's political editor. First leukaemia patient to receive pioneering treatment on NHS says it is 'very sci-fi' Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK. No power or water and -19C: Kyiv seeks relief from Russian strikes and cold Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Residents of Ukraine's capital talk about their difficulties keeping warm and enduring power outages, as Russian attacks deepen the energy crisis. Only Trump can stop Putin, Polish president tells BBC Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Europe should do everything it can to help the US president in his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, Karol Nawrocki said. Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Investigators arrested the actor, star of 24 and Designated Survivor, in Hollywood early on Monday morning. New Liverpool to Manchester rail link as government revives Northern Powerhouse Rail Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 The scheme will be delivered in phases, starting with upgrades to lines between Leeds, York, Bradford and Sheffield.
Chef 'not embarrassed' by one-star hygiene rating at Michelin-starred restaurant Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Chef patron Gareth Ward says his standards "never drop below 100%" at two-Michelin-starred Ynyshir. Bulger killer Jon Venables set for parole hearing Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026 Jon Venables, 10 when he killed James Bulger in 1993, failed in a previous bid for parole in 2023. First UK Town of Culture competition searches for 'unique stories' Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 The event is part the government's effort to "restore pride in communities" and showcase local communities. Bowen: Authoritarian regimes die gradually then suddenly, but Iran is not there yet Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026 The regime's opponents will hope for more pressure to accelerate the process, writes the BBC's international editor. 'Now there's the threat of executions' in Iran Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026 An Iranian security official says 2,000 people have been killed so far after a crackdown on weeks of anti-government protests. Why are there protests in Iran and what has Trump said about US action? Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026 Hundreds of people are believed to have been killed, as days of large demonstrations threaten the regime. Here's what you need to know. Which countries do business with Iran and what could US tariffs mean? Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026 Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests. Why you're more like the Traitors than you think Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 We underestimate how often we bend the truth, but doing so can leave us isolated and anxious. Greenlanders brace for summit that could shape the Arctic's future - and their own Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 US Vice President JD Vance will host Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers for talks on Wednesday. University application deadline is today: How much does a degree cost? Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree? Canada's Mark Carney faces delicate balancing act in China visit Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 The PM is seeking to deepen trade and repair ties with China after years of tense relations - without compromising national security or provoking the US. The Papers: Trump tells Iran 'help is on its way' and 'the rail deal' Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Donald Trump's message to Iranians protesting against the regime dominates Wednesday's front pages. Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 The last three years were Earth's hottest on record, as humanity's carbon emissions continue to heat the planet.
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