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Camels on the hunt for water wreaking 'havoc' in remote NT communities Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Hundreds of large bull camels descend on remote communities in Central Australia, causing damage to infrastructure in their search for water and prompting calls for federal assistance.
WA Farmer's Federation slams 'bureaucratic overreach' of heritage laws Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
There are calls for the state government to revisit the state's Aboriginal heritage laws, which WA farmers say could result in media outlets being fined thousands of dollars for publishing images of culturally protected heritage sites.
Israel starts demolishing former UN aid agency headquarters Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The UN has labelled Israel's move to bulldoze a former UNRWA headquarters a  "serious violation of international law".
Trump shares messages from Macron offering G7 meeting after Davos Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
US President Donald Trump has shared a private message purportedly from his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron ahead of a global economic forum in Davos, Switzerland.
ACT probes Chinese-made buses after 'kill switch' warning Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Transport Canberra investigates potential cybersecurity risks in its fleet of Chinese-built electric buses after reports that UK security agencies found vehicles from the same manufacturer could be remotely turned off using a "kill switch".
Hobart loses skipper and Test player for knockout BBL final Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Hobart's quest for back-to-back Big Bash titles has copped two major blows with captain Nathan Ellis and Test player Jake Weatherald to miss the Hurricanes' knockout final against Melbourne Renegades.
MPs can still take partners, kids on work trips under new family travel rules Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Politicians can still charge taxpayers for taking their partners and children on work-related trips outside Canberra under tighter new rules set independently.Â
WA urges national unity as Coalition-led states opt out of Albanese gun buyback Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The state government responsible for the Australia's toughest gun laws calls for unity on national reform, as the path forward splinters along party lines.
State's EPA recommends Valhalla gas project for approval Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Traditional owners and environmental groups are calling on the premier and environment minister to reject a controversial proposal to explore gas wells in the Kimberley.
Teacher loses bid to win job back over 'disgraceful' conduct toward women Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
A disqualified Adelaide teacher fails to get his job back after a tribunal upholds a decision to terminate his employment over his "inappropriate behaviour" toward women.
French-owned Lactalis closing Queensland's largest and oldest milk factory Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Queensland's largest and oldest milk processing plant will close in South Brisbane in July, opening development opportunities for the valuable riverfront site.
Qld health services facing financial black hole of almost $1 billion, report finds Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The combined deficit of Queensland's health department and 16 hospital and health services in 2024-25 was the worst ever reported in the state.
Maggot meal halts work at $1 billion Queensland hydro project Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
An investigation into a maggot-infested meal halts work on a key pumped hydro project in North Queensland, with more than 100 workers flown out.
How COVID killed a bridal business but led to a career pivot Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Helen Manuell changed career paths in her 50s, swapping bridal couture for award-winning sustainable fashion.
What couples get wrong when worrying about how much sex they're having Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Whether it's TV shows or what our friends say, we pick up an idea of "normal" sex frequency from lots of places. But experts say how often you're having sex doesn't tell you much about whether it's satisfying or enjoyable.
Former NT government worker not guilty of deaths of 71 cattle Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Deborah Roberts has been cleared after being charged with animal cruelty and a failure to provide a minimum level of care.
Woolies' new AI system fundamentally changes the role of the shopper Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Without scrutiny, agent-led shopping risks quietly reconfiguring consumer behaviour in ways that are difficult to detect — and even harder to reverse.
'Massive impact': Midnight Oil founder and drummer Rob Hirst dies aged 70 Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Rob Hirst was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023.
Gas customers in regional WA town forced onto bottles Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The Albany mayor says the city has been blindsided by a decision to decommission the local gas network and transition thousands of customers onto bottled LPG gas.
Director of NDIS provider charged over alleged $3.6m fraud Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Australian Federal Police allege Billal Chami submitted claims for supports and services never provided to participants.
News from the BBC World Service
Confronted over Greenland, Europe is ditching its softly-softly approach to Trump Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Transatlantic relations aren't broken, though they are damaged. And if Europeans want to try to cut through with Trump, they'll have to stick together, writes Europe Editor Katya Adler I don't want to reconcile with family, says Brooklyn Peltz Beckham Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Speculation has been circulating in the press for months over a rift in the Beckham family. The hospitals where waiting times are getting worse. Is yours one of them? Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Nearly a quarter of hospital trusts in England have seen waiting times deteriorate in the past year. Northern Lights illuminate UK skies in hues of pink and green Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 The phenomenon known as the Aurora Borealis is the result of solar eruptions sending particles that interact with the Earth's atmosphere. UK to consult on social media ban for under 16s Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement. Palestinian children's football pitch faces Israeli demolition ultimatum Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 The football club is ordered to remove the pitch, which Israel says was illegally built, or have it torn down. Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough. Spain train crash recovery continues as investigators probe 'gap' in rail Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Authorities say the twisted train wreckage makes it difficult to recover people trapped inside. Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic. Chris Mason: Trump's Chagos dig poses massive strategic question for Starmer Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 The prime minister has built his foreign policy around being seen as a trustworthy ally of the US president. Steve Rosenberg: Russia gloats over Greenland tensions Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg analyses why pro-Russian government papers are full of praise for Donald Trump's desire to buy Greenland. How could Europe respond to tariffs threat? Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies. In pictures: Valentino's life and work - and the stars who shared his journey Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 His creations have featured at countless red carpets and award ceremonies around the world. Why women are taking their anger out in rage rooms Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Why a reportedly growing number of women are paying to smash up old TVs and furniture in rage rooms. Chris Pratt on new film Mercy: I asked to be locked into an executioner's chair Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 The Marvel star plays a detective with 90 minutes to prove to an AI judge he did not murder his wife. 'Just bad luck': The teenage cousins living with inoperable brain tumours Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Lachlan Lindsay and Hazel Dempster were both diagnosed with brain tumours as children. The Papers: 'Brooklyn goes nuclear' and UK teenagers 'face social media ban' Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Brooklyn Peltz Beckham's statement on his strained relationship with his parents features prominently on Tuesday's papers. Ros Atkins on...President Trump's year in numbers Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Executive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers. Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Official figures show that the pace of private sector wage growth slowed to the lowest rate in five years. Hidden cameras reveal what hedgehogs really get up to after dark Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Hedgehogs are surprisingly common in UK gardens, with food a powerful attraction, say scientists.
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