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The speeding ticket that may have saved teen from Ivan Milat Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Etched in Steven Clark's memory are the protruding teeth and moustache of the driver he says picked him up as a teenager — a man he now believes was serial killer Ivan Milat.
Xi hosted Trump and Putin in China, but he boarded a plane for Kim Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un's bilateral talks in North Korea were a big departure from the Chinese president's usual diplomacy playbook because, for this first time this year, he was the one travelling abroad to make the meeting happen.
Gary Ablett Jr joins dad in Australian Football Hall of Fame Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Six new members are inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame, including Geelong and Gold Coast legend Gary Ablett Jr.
How a 'bit of paint' could help relieve overcrowded Brisbane buses Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Buses are Queensland's most popular form of public transport, but advocates say a lack of investment means they are often unreliable and overcrowded.
Catholic school's plans to expand over former cemetery labelled 'disturbing' Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
A Catholic school in northern Tasmania can apply to build new facilities over a former cemetery after a government office declared it "not a cemetery".
Father vows to fight for justice for baby killed by Israeli troops Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
A Palestinian father promises to fight for justice for his seven-month-old son, who was shot dead by an Israeli soldier in the West Bank city of Hebron.
New 50 cent airport bus could cost disheartened Townsville business Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
An airport shuttle taking passengers through the heart of a regional city will start competing with public transport later this month.
Cost of steaks tipped to rise so chefs get creative to stay affordable Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Red meat is expected to become more expensive starting this month as higher diesel prices have filtered through the supply chain since the Strait of Hormuz closed earlier this year.
'A matter of national security': Call for urgent action on VIQ scandal Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Thirteen government agencies are now embroiled in an expanding scandal involving potential data breaches prompting calls for an urgent audit amid concerns over national security.
Melbourne councils struggling to clean up rising amounts of illegal dumping Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Councils across Melbourne's suburbs are struggling to combat the rise of illegal dumping, despite over $21 million of funding from the Victorian state government.
Is Australia sucking the joy out of childhood? Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
The first time Renae Powell waved her eldest child through the primary school gates she felt something was missing: play time.
When does the FIFA World Cup start and who are the favourites? Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest single-sport event on the planet and has delivered numerous historical moments, from Diego Maradona's "hand of God" in 1986 to Zinedine Zidane's infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi.
Shame and fear forcing international visitors to become Australia's new homeless generation Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
A man dies. His body not noticed for nearly a week. He was invisible to many, like the growing number of homeless Australia wide.
Victim-survivors tear up agreement with Catholic church Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Victim-survivors of clergy abuse say negotiations and agreements reached with the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat are now null and void.
Calling all budding storytellers living with disability Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
If you are an emerging content maker or journalist with disability and have a story to tell, now is your chance to work with the ABC to tell it.
These cranes are battery-powered as firms increasingly ditch diesel Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
The Iran war and the oil supply squeeze are supercharging business investment in renewables.
Quiz: Stow your luggage in the locker overhead, we're off to see the world Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
The lek is the currency of which country? And what's the Japanese word for pufferfish, the sashimi delicacy that's toxic if prepared incorrectly?
Finding and saving the world's biggest trees before they disappear Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
It took a decade for researchers to find the tallest tree in East Asia. Now they know where the 84.1-metre conifer is but the future of its species and other tall trees is dire.
'We didn't know how dangerous he was': How Rolf Harris hid in plain sight Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Rolf Harris's conviction for child sexual abuse was shocking to those who saw him as a lovable larrikin. But the people who were abused by him are refusing to stay silent about the impacts of his crimes.Â
Trump vows to respond after US helicopter shot down by Iran Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
US President Donald Trump blames Iran for shooting down a US Apache helicopter that was patrolling the Strait of Hormuz.
News from the BBC World Service
David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023 Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 The decision followed a safeguarding investigation opened by the the Football Association. Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter and vows to respond Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Two crew members of the Apache helicopter that crashed following the attack were rescued by an American sea drone. Men jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered. Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Iran warned Israel on Monday that it could resume hostilities if attacks on its Lebanese ally Hezbollah do not stop. Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Nasa names its next Artemis crew, though they will not be walking on the Moon or even going anywhere near it. Iranian group could be labelled national threat under proposed new law Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 The government is introducing the National Security (State Threats) Bill which could become law within weeks. 'Please send help': Crew's distress call after ship hit by US missile Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 The crew of a sanctioned oil tanker were rescued off Oman after it was struck by a missile fired from a US fighter jet. Two reportedly killed as women take part in rare protest in Afghanistan Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 The demonstration, in the western city of Herat, was broken up after police are alleged to have opened fire. Carer 'who couldn't go on' jailed for killing her mother Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Stefania Glowka pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her mother based on diminished responsibility. Serena Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport. Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission? Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis V Moon landing in 2028. Identical twin given six months to live says leaving sister is 'unthinkable' Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Caitlin Leggett is fundraising £500,000 to pursue overseas treatment for leukaemia after the cancer returned. Murder of Lyhanna, 11, enrages France and turns up heat on government Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Protesters are angry that the suspect had already been reported to police last August in a separate case. Scrapping of Franco-German fighter jet leaves allies at odds on defence future Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 The flagship partnership project became a glaring example of discord between the two nations. Man who killed partner 'resented how revered she was' Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Annabel Rook was murdered by her partner at their Stoke Newington home after she tried to end their relationship. A poem I wrote about my son appeared on his exam paper Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Emily Cullen says she couldn't believe it when her son told her about the poem, which she had written seven years earlier. What now for West Ham after Sullivan allegations? Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 West Ham is a club in turmoil after co-chair David Sullivan stood down ahead of allegations about his private life, which he denies. Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup? Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup? Twenty new players to look out for Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars. Why super-sized and politicised World Cup comes at a cost Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 Whatever one's perspective, it seems certain that away from the on-field spectacle, this super-sized World Cup could be among the most contentious ever.
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