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Live: Winning streaks go on the line in Thursday night showdown Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Manly have won two in a row under interim coach Kieran Foran but they face a tricky trip to Townsville to face North Queensland, who are riding a four-match winning streak. Follow live.
'Attention-seeking' man allegedly targeted police, defence in 'cybercrime spree' Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
A 22-year-old Adelaide man who allegedly went on a "cybercrime spree", targeting several government departments and a courthouse, will remain behind bars until at the least the end of the year.
Live: Nick Daicos celebrates 100th match with Pies and Blues desperate for a win Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Nick Daicos runs out for his 100th career match as Carlton and Collingwood meet at the MCG, with both desperately seeking a win. Follow live.
Attempted murder charges possible over Wangaratta stabbing Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
A man has been refused bail over an alleged stabbing incident that has left a 53-year-old woman in a critical condition with skull fractures and part of her ear severed.
Report finds Darwin Harbour biodiversity rivals that of Ningaloo Reef Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
New research has revealed Darwin Harbour's biodiversity, including its wide range of rare species, rivals that of the World Heritage-protected Ningaloo Reef.
'No-one's committed murder here': Port CEO urges change to tribunal process Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Port Adelaide's chief executive has slammed the AFL Tribunal process, labelling it "too legalistic" and "too adversarial".
US alliance indispensable as Marles looks to build more self-sufficient ADF Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Defence Minister Richard Marles has declared the United States alliance will remain indispensable for Australian national security even while Australia looks to build a more self-reliant defence force.
Roads closed, businesses evacuated as fire contained in Brisbane's east Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Emergency services were called to Hemmant just after 3pm, with more than a dozen crews attending the scene.Â
Bombs, rain and destruction: Life in Gaza six months into a ceasefire Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Palestinians in Gaza fear they are being forgotten as the Iran war drags on, with Israeli strikes continuing despite a ceasefire and the humanitarian situation still dire.
The cause of the Viva Energy oil refinery fire under investigation. Here's what we know Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Firefighters have managed to extinguish a blaze at one of Australia's major oil refineries. Here's what we know so far about the cause of the fire — and the possible impact on fuel prices.
How to tell if your dog is in pain and what to do if they are Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
New research suggests that many dog owners are not skilled in recognising pain in their pets.Â
100m litres of diesel secured under new powers, PM confirms Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Anthony Albanese says that new powers allowing the federal government to underwrite the delivery of additional fuel cargoes have been used to purchase 100 million litres of diesel.
Hanson wishes Coalition good luck, government focuses on fuel Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
This week in Canberra, Pauline Hanson learned imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the defence budget was on the agenda and a fire threw the fuel crisis into sharp relief.
Explosions heard during fire in Byron Bay bike shop Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
The northern NSW town was bustling with holiday-makers enjoying the Easter school holidays when the fire broke out in the CBD this afternoon.
Liberty Bell Bay workers told to take leave without pay or be sacked Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
About 175 workers at Australia's only manganese smelter, Liberty Bell Bay, have been told they will be laid off at the end of next week unless they take leave without pay.
'Snacks' ordered for alleged hit men's escape after underworld killing, court hears Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Victoria's Supreme Court is told underworld figure Gavin Preston was cautious about his surroundings and "never" sat outside a cafe he regularly attended — other than the day he was shot dead.Â
Pandemic, 'ice epidemic' worsened Qld child safety pressures, ex-minister says Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
An inquiry into Queensland's child safety system hears the former minister was made aware of the sector's resource issues, as well as the "significant increase" in children entering residential care.
Australian dollar surges to four-year high as traders see end to Iran war Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Analysts say the mood on global financial markets has improved considerably over the past few days.
NSW premier told to resign after protest laws struck down by top court Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
The laws, rushed through parliament after the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, have been found to be unconstitutional by the state's highest court.
Smoky Sydney as 5,000 hectares burned in hazard reduction blitz Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Smoky conditions across Greater Sydney are tipped to ease tomorrow as the wind picks up, after firefighters had a productive week burning hazards around Sydney's fringes.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited.
Breakthrough £90,000 Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 A major review has provoked a backlash after concluding the medicines provide too little benefit to be noticed. UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by officials. Lyse Doucet in Iran: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be done Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026 The BBC's chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify. Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny 'I was the most trolled person in the world,' Meghan says during Australia visit Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Alongside her husband, the Duchess of Sussex was speaking to young people in Melbourne about the harms of social media. Economy grew faster than expected ahead of Iran war Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training. Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyed Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 BBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March. Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back. I feared my son had a brain tumour but he'd been poisoned with vitamin D Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Investigations found Roo had been accidentally poisoned with a dose of vitamin D prescribed for growing pains. Is the US blockade of Iran working? Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026 BBC Verify has been looking into whether the US blockade of Iran near the Strait of Hormuz is working. Frank Gardner: What is China's role in the Iran war? Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026 BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict. US war on Iran was a 'mistake', says Reeves Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026 The chancellor's criticism follows a report that the conflict will hit the UK harder than other big economies. Prehistoric hippo and mammoth bones a 'once in a lifetime' find in cave under Welsh castle Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Archaeologists have so far uncovered "extremely rare" evidence of early humans and animals at the cave. Chris Mason: Ministers have to close asylum loopholes while protecting genuinely vulnerable Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 There has been a stickiness to the electorate's concerns about issues of immigration and asylum, Chris Mason writes. From friendship to friction: Inside the growing tensions between Trump and Starmer Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026 BBC’s Sarah Smith examines how the Iran war has led to discrepancies between the US president and UK prime minister. Back to books - Sweden's schools cutting back on digital learning Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector. Horse urine perfume: How online bargains may be dangerous Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules. Spice Girls' outfits go on show in '90s exhibition Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The show at the Barbican Music Library celebrates 1996 and includes Mel B's leopard-print catsuit
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