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More than 1,000 large companies paid no tax in Australia, ATO reveals Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Almost 30 per cent of large companies paid no tax in 2024-25, an Australian Taxation Office report reveals, resulting in the corporate tax amount payable dropping by $8.2 billion from the previous year.
House prices plummet for sixth consecutive month as experts warn of greater falls Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Australian house prices fell for a sixth straight month in September, and the property market is likely to continue experiencing falls of up to 15 per cent in the coming months off the back of higher interest rates and cuts to property tax breaks, experts say.
'Extraordinarly reckless': Prince Harry says children targeted by paparazzi Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Prince Harry's children have been stalked by "certain European paparazzi" while at school in the English countryside, his spokesperson says, marking the latest security incident in the royal's long-running battle with media outlets.
After 10-year probe, police want 54 people charged over Grenfell Tower blaze Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Almost a decade since London's Grenfell Tower fire disaster, police have asked prosecutors to consider charging 54 people and 20 organisations over the blaze, which killed 72 people.
Jai Arrow told 'nothing' about pre-grand final tribute Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
As Jai Arrow is honoured with the Provan-Summons Medal at the Dally M Awards in Sydney, he says he knows "nothing" about a tribute reportedly planned ahead of the NRL grand final on Sunday.
Shoebridge close to tears as he remembers mentor and 'bloody fun friend' Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
New Greens leader David Shoebridge gets emotional during his first interview as leader while paying tribute to his political mentor before critiquing the federal government over the cost of living.
Couple stabbed woman in frenzied attack over love triangle, court told Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Hannah Glover and James Sorgiovanni are accused of stabbing Busselton woman Tara Morrison multiple times before stuffing her body in a wardrobe.
Baghdad celebrates, Kurds concerned as US completes Iraq withdrawal Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
This final withdrawal of troops ends a 12-year mission to fight the Islamic State group, after the US began winding down its military presence in Iraq in 2024.
Unique gender reveal a 'blast' for mining couple who struggled with IVF Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
A WA couple who fell pregnant after 11 years of IVF celebrate their baby joy with a unique gender reveal at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit gold mine.
Dally M 2026 red carpet: Fashion from the stars of NRL and NRLW Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
See what your favourite footballers and their dates are wearing to the NRL and NRLW's night of nights.
Youth detention workers reach in-principle pay deal with Qld government Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Negotiations began in early March, with the Australian Workers' Union pushing for better conditions following hundreds of reported assaults on detention centre employees over the past year.
Garbage truck driver charged over elderly pedestrian's death Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
The driver of a rubbish truck that struck and killed an elderly man in Perth's south-east earlier this month is charged with dangerous driving.
SA hospital pressure leading to demand 'flashpoint', union warns Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
A non-verbal man who was later diagnosed with pneumonia was ramped for more than nine hours at an outer suburbs hospital amid significant demand that the doctors union says left staff feeling "helpless".
How a 'piece of rural propaganda' became 'compulsory listening' for Aussies Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Blue Hills started life as "a piece of rural propaganda" to encourage World War II servicemen to "grow better crops and increase production". It ran for 27 years on ABC radio and became an institution of Australian life.
Stawell Gift winner suspended for 12 months after positive drug test Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Stawell Gift winner Olufemi Komolafe has been suspended from competing for 12 months following a positive drug test.
Ex-police officer avoids conviction over 'knock and run' assault Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
A court has heard a former senior Sydney police officer's "absolutely impaired" judgement was behind his assault of two men who had played a game of "knock and run" at his home.
Banks raise interest rates after RBA lifts cash rate to highest since 2011 Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Australia's big four banks announce interest rate rises after the Reserve Bank of Australia lifted the cash rate to its highest level in more than a decade.
MP Luke Gosling's lawyer calls on prosecutors to drop assault charges Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Lawyers for federal MP Luke Gosling say they will write to Sophie Callan SC urging the newly appointed prosecutor to withdraw assault charges relating to an incident involving Northern Territory Administrator David Connolly.
Co-pilot attempted to crash plane from Dubai to Tel Aviv, Netanyahu says Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
Passenger Miryam Shira Ohayon said the plane was "pretty much out of control" when one of the pilots tried to stab the other while they were flying over Jordan en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
'Jenni's legacy': Father calls for change after daughter dies with anorexia Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026
The father of a young woman with anorexia nervosa has implored the state government to adopt a coroner's recommendations for improved eating disorder services to spare other families the same grief.
News from the BBC World Service
What we know about the Dubai-Israel plane incident Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The captain and first officer were injured, and one pilot has been arrested, officials say. Move to rejoin EU among options for UK, says Burnham Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The prime minister tells the BBC the current Brexit settlement has caused "more harm than good". UK research funded by China front company being sent to Beijing's spies, MI5 warns Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 British universities are being urged to sever ties with China General Technology Research Institute which is linked to the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS). Watch: How an earlier 999 call by arrested man changes RAF Fairford timeline Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 One of five men arrested near RAF Fairford in the early hours of Sunday morning had dialled 999 himself, the BBC understands. BBC's UK correspondent Daniel Sandford explains the timeline of events. Execution of US murderer Christa Pike halted an hour before it was due to happen Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Pike was convicted and sentenced to death in 1996 for the murder of Colleen Slemmer. Sussexes condemn 'reckless intrusion' after men spotted near Archie and Lilibet's school Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 One of the men seen outside the UK school attended by the children is understood to be an international press photographer. Guardiola backing Man City after guilty verdicts Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Former Man City boss Pep Guardiola says he will "always" be behind the club after they were found guilty of financial charges. Police seek charges against 20 firms and 54 people over Grenfell Tower fire Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The force is seeking charges against 54 individuals and 20 companies over the 2017 tower block fire that killed 72 people. Greggs to shut four factories and cut 740 jobs Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The company says it needs to "keep evolving alongside changing customer expectations". Rock, paper, scissors used to decide London Marathon race days for elite runners Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 A game of rock, paper, scissors is used to determine when the elite female and male races will take place at next year's two-day London Marathon. Watch: Couple describe relief at rescue after whale destroys their yacht Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Jeremy and Gemma Cooper were 500 miles off the coast of New Zealand when their yacht, the Tai Tam, collided with a sperm whale. Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse and how to break them Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here's what you need to know about the condition. Criminal investigation? Relegation or expulsion? The key Man City questions Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 BBC Sport takes a look at the key questions following the guilty verdicts handed down to Manchester City. 'Mum sent them £140,000': How to spot the signs a loved one is being scammed Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Helen discovered her mum was in the grip of a romance scam - here's how she found out and broke her free. What we know about Cornell University frat house rape investigation Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The woman alleges she was drugged and raped at a fraternity house at the university two years ago. Residents fear new rules could mean dangerous cladding is left on blocks of flats Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The government says it hopes the changes will speed up the process of removing cladding. Endometriosis trial gives hope to millions of women in pain like me Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 A £2.3m study will look at whether a personalised pain management plan can improve the quality of life of women who have the debilitating condition. Gold beetles to Darwin's finds - the 70 million museum artefacts going online Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 More than 70 million specimens from 100 UK collections will be put into an online digital museum Last UK and US troops leave Iraq as anti-Islamic State mission ends Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 The withdrawal of coalition forces, under a deal agreed two years ago, was a key demand of the Iraqi government. Grooming gangs inquiry expanded to Birmingham and Wales Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Targeted investigations will be carried out as part of a national inquiry into child sexual abuse.
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