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Labor puts squeeze on public service, sparking warnings of job losses Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
After it campaigned against a Coalition pledge to cut 41,000 public servants, Labor is ramping up its own efficiency drive in a move expected to cost jobs.
Superannuation giant Cbus hit with penalty for mishandling insurance claims Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
Superannuation giant Cbus will pay a $23.5 million fine after admitting it breached the law over major delays in its handling of insurance claims.
Jakarta is now the world's largest city dwarfing Australia's entire population Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
For decades Tokyo held the title of the most populous city on the planet. Yet the Indonesian and Bangladeshi capitals have overtaken the Japanese megacity.
Two years without a win, Smith shifts to cruise control Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
Cameron Smith admits he has felt every poor shot and poor round more than ever this season, but he will not reinvent himself to arrest the slide.
Australia-Solomon Islands policing deal stalls over 'differences' Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
Australia and Solomon Islands have made little progress on a $190 million package to expand the Pacific nation’s police force, almost a full year after the high-profile initiative was announced.
Nauru president says NZYQ cohort could go home in interview about secretive deal Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
David Adeang said in an interview conducted in Nauruan that members of the NZYQ cohort could be returned to their home countries and suggested Australia should remain partially responsible for finding a longer-term solution for the group.
Children removed from Australian mum living off-grid in Italian forest Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The family's alternative lifestyle came under scrutiny after the British-Australian couple and their three children were hospitalised last year with mushroom poisoning.
Teens involved in youth detention disturbance moved to notorious Unit 18 Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
WA's corrective services minister says three of the youths involved in last night's disturbance at Perth's juvenile detention centre have been moved to the notorious Unit 18, as he continued to take a hardline stance on youth detention.Â
What the UK's proposed 'tourist taxes' mean for Australians Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
Australians heading to London could soon pay a new "tourist tax" on accommodation, as the as the British government moves to give cities across England the power to impose levies.
Melbourne man faked evidence to cover up house party rape, court told Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
A Melbourne man engaged in "deceptive" conduct when he raped a woman during a house party and tried to cover it up, prosecutors say.
Sydney man offered $1K for role in anti-Israel vandalism spree Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The court heard Thomas Stojanovski was financially motivated to help fund his illicit substance abuse for an injury he was dealing with at the time.
Bird flu confirmed in elephant seal population at Heard Island Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The federal government says testing confirms the presence of avian influenza in samples collected from southern elephant seals on Heard Island — a sub-Antarctic Australian external territory.
From cosy crime shows to grisly mysteries, here's why we can't look away Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
In an era of grim news and uncertainty, audiences are consistently drawn to murder mysteries. But what's behind that enduring fascination for the genre?Â
Psychiatrist 'traumatised' families of Bondi victims, inquest hears Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The counsel assisting the coroner says Joel Cauchi's former psychiatrist showed an "exceptional level of belligerence and confrontation" at the inquest.
Call for changes to deadly beach with 'daily' rips after 18yo drowns Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The Central Coast Council will consider safety improvements at a popular NSW beach as loved ones pay tribute to 18-year-old Riahne Louie Vasquez, who drowned while swimming with friends.
Stolen Generations survivor celebrates approval of Perth's first Aboriginal aged care facility Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The 100-bed facility will be constructed on a site where Stolen Generations were taken to against the will of their parents.
15yo accused of murder told police 'I just stabbed another boy', court hears Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
The 15-year-old allegedly fatally stabbed a 17-year-old boy on Monday a reserve in Rouse Hill in an "unprovoked attack".
Kyrgios's Australian Open wildcard bid heats up with Kooyong entry Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
Nick Kyrgios's Australian Open wildcard campaign is on in earnest after the former Wimbledon runner-up was announced in the Kooyong Classic exhibition field.
Malcolm spends his final days spreading awareness about pancreatic cancer Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
A Townsville man says there were no warning signs before he was told he had terminal cancer.
How Riddell's rise to become AFLW's best mirrors Kangaroos' dominance Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025
Overlooked in multiple drafts before making her debut in 2019, North Melbourne's Ash Riddell is now the best player in the league.
News from the BBC World Service
BBC chairman vows to stay to 'fix' problems Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Samir Shah says he is "not someone who walks away" after criticism of his handling of the recent crisis over Panorama's edit of a Donald Trump speech. BBC chairman survives MPs' questions – but crisis at corporation is not over Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 BBC chairman Samir Shah appears to strengthen his position during questioning by MPs, our media editor says. Updated peace plan could be a deal Ukraine will take - eventually Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The proposed plan is said to have been significantly changed since Sunday - but key sticking points are likely to remain. Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful? Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth" Family reunited after a decade – now a Trump clampdown could tear them apart Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Marven's mother and sister could be sent back to gang-ravaged Haiti as a US protection scheme ends. How X's new location feature exposed big US politics accounts Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Dozens of pro-Trump accounts are being accused of misleading followers after the social media site began showing user locations. Farage says he's 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school racism claims Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The Reform UK leader was responding to reports he made racist remarks to his peers in school in the 1970s. 'Gang in balaclavas targeted our combine harvester': Farmers welcome rural crime crackdown Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Police launch a new nationwide strategy to crack down on organised crime gangs in the countryside. Controversial US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ends aid operations Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Hundreds of Palestinians were killed while seeking food amid chaotic scenes near GHF's sites. JFK's granddaughter raises awareness of rare leukaemia with poignant essay Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Doctors say Tatiana Schlossberg's struggle - even with the best care as a member of a prominent family - emphasises the need for more research. Trump says he will visit China in April after call with Xi Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 The two leaders discussed trade, Ukraine and Taiwan in their first phone call since meeting in South Korea last month. 'I'm officially back' - gymnast Whitlock comes out of retirement Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Three-time Olympic gold medallist Max Whitlock is to come out of retirement to target a place at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. Are we going to have a white Christmas this year? Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Sarah Keith-Lucas explores the chances of getting snow at Christmas this year in the UK. The Papers: Labour MPs urged to 'unite for Budget' and '1,000 abuse victims safer' Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 Speculation about what will be in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget eve generate many of the headlines. Five key moments after MPs question top BBC figures Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 BBC chairman Samir Shah, alongside board members and former advisers, appears before MPs after the resignation of Tim Davie. Ros Atkins on… MPs examining the BBC memo Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 After the resignations of Director General and CEO of News, The Culture, Media and Sport committee invited a number of senior BBC figures to be quizzed on what has happened. 'We earn £60,000 and want stamp duty scrapped' Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they want to see in the Budget. What happens next for Marjorie Taylor Greene after exit from Congress? Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 The former Trump ally has decided to end her time in Congress early after a public fallout with the president. Music eases surgery and speeds recovery, Indian study finds Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 A new study finds patients who listen to music during surgery wake faster and need fewer painkillers. Zelensky welcomes amendments to proposed peace plan Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025 There was optimism following the talks in Geneva, but no details emerged on how to bridge the huge divide between Moscow and Kyiv over territory and security guarantees.
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