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Three teenagers arrested over alleged burglary spree in Melbourne Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Three teenage boys are arrested following an alleged crime spree in Melbourne’s north-eastern suburbs.
Qld Labor MP confirms she will recontest seat after electoral redraw Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
There will be significant changes to the boundaries of Meaghan Scanlon's Gaven electorate for the 2028 state election following a review by the Queensland Redistribution Commission.
Interest rates, fish and Donald Trump on Icelanders' minds as nation goes to referendum on EU Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Iceland is a nation divided as its people go to a referendum this weekend to decide whether it should restart negotiations on joining the European Union.
Thieves buy tickets before stealing necklace from Vienna museum Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
The Van Cleef and Arpels necklace, with 673 precious stones and worth several million dollars, is the latest item snatched as high-profile robberies hit European museums.
Tourists having 'dummy spits' in remote WA taking a toll on business owners Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Small gripes and big demands by travellers in remote areas are taking the shine off bush hospitality in Western Australia, with overblown social media travel posts blamed for inflating or misdirecting tourists' expectations.
Trump says US is taking partial control of Venezuela's oil reserves Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
The United States has struck a deal with Venezuela to secure "majority US control" of more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil, according to Donald Trump.
Doctor behind world's first voluntary assisted death welcomes new NT law Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Dr Philip Nitschke, who helped a terminal cancer patient through the world's first voluntary assisted dying process 30 years ago, welcomes the NT's new laws, but concerns remain about how prognosis will be factored in.
Tasmania's premier and deputy potentially at odds over conversion ban Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Tasmania's Deputy Premier Guy Barnett has written to an anti-trans feminist group labelling the Greens' bill to ban conversion practices as "fundamentally flawed". His views potentially put him at odds with Premier Jeremy Rockliff.
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Pigeon race still on in Victoria's west despite bird flu outbreak Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
A wildlife advocacy group fears a pigeon racing fundraiser could spread H5 bird flu from coastal to inland Victoria.
Magpies legend Pendlebury set to join Gold Coast Suns for 2027 season Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
AFL games record holder Scott Pendlebury will join the Gold Coast Suns in 2027 as an unrestricted free agent.
British far-right activist Milo Yiannopoulos arrested by ICE Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Milo Yiannopoulos, who has called for ICE checkpoints at supermarkets in the US, is likely to be deported by immigration officials who described him as "an illegal alien from the United Kingdom".
'Once-in-a-lifetime' mourning ceremony for Bendigo's Russell Jack Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
The traditional Cantonese mourning lion ceremony has not been seen in the region in living memory.
Unlikely team uncover source of mysterious space lights seen in Queensland Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Hobby astronomers partner with a retired NASA engineer to investigate the source of swirling lights seen in the night sky from Central Queensland.
Planned statue of ex-Victorian premier Daniel Andrews scrapped Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Victorian premier Ben Carroll has cancelled plans to immortalise his predecessor Dan Andrews in statue form outside Melbourne's Treasury Place.
Why China's censors are scrubbing videos of the Nepal-Tibet floods Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
After horrifying video of a landslide hitting China-controlled Tibet emerged online it started to disappear in China. This is just one way Beijing is trying to control information about the disaster.
Street artists turn rusting opal machinery into outback spectacle Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
A renowned Australian artist offers city street artists a blank canvas to turn discarded opal-mining equipment into an outback open-air gallery.Â
Push to declare garden favourite sold at Bunnings a weed Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
The Invasive Species Council wants the common sweet pea plant, Polygala myrtifolia, with its pretty purple flowers recognised as a significant weed and removed from sale.
One Nation takes on 'safe' Labor seat in closely watched WA by-election Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Can One Nation break into a Labor heartland? A crucial test is underway today in Western Australia.
What makes a 'real' daffodil? Prospective judges learn the ropes Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Judging daffodils at flower shows isn't something Robert and Kerrie Goudsouzian ever thought they'd do. But, as judge numbers dwindle, they are learning the finer points of judging and say it's "just lovely".
Council plans $15-25m bus stop upgrade amid anti-social behaviour concerns Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026
Business owners say antisocial behaviour at a city bus stop "is getting out of hand", but they are not sure a new council plan to spend $15-25 million revamping the area will fix the issue.
News from the BBC World Service
97-year-old woman rescued after Nepali floods looked like 'a warrior' Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 A 97-year-old woman, Guna Maya Bohara, survived the flash floods and was rescued using an excavator. Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China. Man dies and at least six injured after sign falls at Christian festival Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 A 41-year-old man died at the Big Church Festival near Steyning in West Sussex, police say. Landlady to 9/11 hijackers reveals their links to alleged Saudi spy Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 A woman who rented out homes to two al-Qaeda members speaks publicly for the first time - to the BBC. Close race as Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry. The race to stop England running out of water Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies? Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy. Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwards Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Two ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January. 'It's destroying our town': Residents tell of concern after violent incidents near Middlesbrough Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 Residents near Middlesbrough have told the BBC of their concern after a spate of violent incidents in their area.
Mountain of broken fridges growing across England and Wales Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down. Strong winds and thunderstorms kick off the bank holiday weekend Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Cooler and showery conditions will continue across the weekend and into Monday, bringing a record-breaking summer to a rather damp close as Matt Taylor explains. Watch: Why rescuers fear new barrier lake could cause another Nepal-Tibet flood Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 Laura Bicker explains how a lake which formed after the recent landslide near the Nepal-Tibet border is raising fears of a second flood. Satellite images reveal scale of flood devastation in Nepal villages Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 Before-and-after images show villages, bridges and a key Nepal-Tibet border crossing washed away by devastating floodwaters. This Indian pilgrim was about to enter Tibet for her dream tour - then her WhatsApp messages stopped Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 Her family is among hundreds anxiously waiting for news after the deadly flash floods. Videos show people survive floodwaters on balcony in Nepal Posted on Friday August 28, 2026 BBC Verify has located several videos from disaster-struck areas of the Trishuli river after deadly floods swept through. Charli XCX electrifies Reading Festival with era-spanning set Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 The British singer and Irish rock band Fontaines DC both headlined the first night of Reading for 2026. Sweetcorn ice creams and pastries: The latest 'swavoury' trend taking over your feed Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 From lattes to pastries, UK foodies are embracing the humble sweetcorn as more than a pizza topping. How 'Book Queen' Dolly Parton inspired millions of children with gift of reading Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Families across the globe share how free books from Parton's Imagination Library helped their children. What tariffs will really cost Canadians and Americans Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 Households and businesses have become used to tariffs impacting the cost of living for more than year now, so what will change now? How one of the 'most powerful hacks' to control stress actually works Posted on Saturday August 29, 2026 We spoke to experts about how the breathing technique used by soldiers and influencers works.
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