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Regional Victorians flip national flag upside-down in protest at 'neglect' Posted on Monday May 11, 2026
Unhappy Victorians are flying upside-down Australian flags in political protest, but what exactly does it mean, and what do their neighbours think?Â
Season-defining VAR call causes division in EPL Posted on Monday May 11, 2026
Another late goal and a controversial VAR call have helped Arsenal stay in control of the Premier League title race, while delivering another blow to relegation-threatened West Ham United.Â
'Time is now' for charging expansion as EV buzz builds Posted on Monday May 11, 2026
South Australia's RAA says now is the time to expand EV charging infrastructure to ensure it meets growing demand, which represented about one-sixth of new vehicle sales in April.Â
Writing a resume? These common mistakes can land you in the ‘no’ pile Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Here's what three experts recommend you don't put in your resume for the best chance of securing an interview or landing a role.Â
Fowler one-ups Kerr to reach FA Cup final Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Mary Fowler's goal kick-started Manchester City's FA Cup comeback to down Sam Kerr's Chelsea and set up a final against Brighton, led by former Socceroo Dario VidoÅ¡ić.Â
'I wasn't weak': NSW Health worker wins $50k in discrimination case Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
An admin officer has been awarded more than $50,000 in compensation after a tribunal found a NSW Health agency discriminated against her due to her disability.
Tech giant Apple joins investors pouring millions into macadamias Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Global investment firms backed by some of the biggest companies in the world are pouring money into acquiring carbon-saving "natural capital assets".Â
Live: PM says Liberals and Nationals legitimised One Nation at Farrer by-election Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the Liberals and Nationals made a "big mistake" in legitimising One Nation at the Farrer by-election. Follow live. Â
Jay Vine 'lucky' after 'really scary' stage two Giro crash Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Jay Vine's wife Bre takes to social media to express thanks for everyone's support following her husband's sickening fall at the Giro d'Italia.Â
Regulator found sex offender exempt from needing Working With Children Check Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
A sex offender serving as the president of a Melbourne charity received an exemption from requiring a Working with Children Check by Victoria's child safety regulator last year.
Live: Wall Street hits new highs while ASX set to slip Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
More strong earnings news, demand for AI stocks and positive jobs data drove Wall Street higher. However, the ASX is set to slip today. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.Â
Live: Trump calls Iran's response to peace proposal 'unacceptable' Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Donald Trump rejects Iran's response to a US peace plan as "totally unacceptable" as drone attacks target Gulf Arab nations. Follow live.
Iran's response interrupts Trump's tee times, meme streams Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
The constant trading of insults has the region on edge, but the muted response to missile being lobbed points to a different pose, writes our correspondent Matthew Doran.
How a junior gymnastics club dispute became the national sport's problem Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
The Queensland club's management denies allegations of "bullying, conflicts of interest, and a lack of financial transparency" as the conflict reaches the upper echelon of the sport.
Fire service 'not fit for purpose' in regional SA, uncovered report finds Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
An ex-fire chief found SA's Metropolitan Fire Service risks being "completely dysfunctional" due to below-minimum training and facilities, according to Freedom of Information documents.
Bondi royal commission to hear challenge to antisemitism definition Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
A royal commission sparked by the Bondi terror attack is this week expected to hear from groups who challenge the commission's accepted definition of antisemitism, as well as expert witnesses from the United Kingdom.
'Nuisance' showers for much of Queensland and 'unseasonable' rain in the west Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
The weather bureau says cooler morning temperatures in Queensland have been put on pause, with scattered showers expected across the week.
'Incredibly concerned': Zero dog fighting-related charges laid in years Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Experts say dog fighting is going under the radar in Queensland following administrative changes to the state's Animal Care and Protection Act.
Icebreaker's costly refuelling detour could take years to fix Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
A costly refuelling saga affecting Australia's Antarctic icebreaker might not be resolved for another three years under most options, internal government documents reveal.
An 'outside the square' Bledisloe Cup idea can be a win for Aussie rugby Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Australian rugby lacks a marquee event that captures the national imagination each year, but this could change if a bold Bledisloe Cup proposal gets approval. Â Â
News from the BBC World Service
Starmer to promise bolder action as leadership threats mount Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The embattled PM will seek to persuade his MPs not to ditch him as Labour leader in a speech on Monday. British passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship isolating in hospital, says UKHSA Posted on Monday May 11, 2026 The passengers landed in the UK on Sunday and none have reported symptoms, but they will will be monitored in hospital for 72 hours. Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war 'totally unacceptable' Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end. Adolescence makes history at Bafta TV Awards Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The hit Netflix drama wins a record four Bafta TV Awards, including one for 16-year-old Owen Cooper. His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the body Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the West Bank. Thousands gather for protest against antisemitism in London Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 In recent months, there have been a string of attacks at synagogues and other Jewish sites. Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack. Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium. How hotels are stopping the 'dawn dash' for sunbeds after man wins payout Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Some resorts enforce allocation rules from check-in to prevent people reserving loungers with towels in the holiday sunbed scramble. Beatles' early years drama starts filming in Germany Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Six-part drama Hamburg Days charts the band's early era with members Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best. 'True gent', 91, killed in garage bungalow explosion Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Derek Poole's family say he loved cars and used to be an autograss racer. An investigation is under way. Can Starmer survive as PM? Seven scenarios for what might happen next Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to fight on despite growing calls for him stand down from his own MPs and the threat of a leadership contest. How the winner-takes-all voting system has turned on Labour and the Tories Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The first-past-the-post system favoured Reform in this English local elections Tories are still biggest party on the right, claims Cleverly Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Leading Tory brands Reform a "cult of personality" but Reform deputy leader says its electoral success has shaken up politics. Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth willing to 'take the fight' to Keir Starmer Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The Plaid leader says he will "call out" the UK government, if that is needed, as first minister. Sarwar says he will 'absolutely' stay on as Labour leader Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The Scottish Labour leader defended his party's campaign after a poor result in Thursday's election. Iranian activist tells BBC how fear of war restarting intensifies trauma of repression Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 A dissident in Tehran says she feels helpless and under immense psychological pressure. Watch: Best moments from the Bafta TV Awards Posted on Monday May 11, 2026 Netflix drama Adolescence was the big winner at the Bafta Television Awards on Sunday, while The Celebrity Traitors also scooped a share of the glory. Lidl says customers can turn points into pastries. But shoppers want the old app back Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 With food prices rising rapidly, do loyalty schemes still have any connection to loyalty? I stood on a dog biscuit - it left me in a wheelchair Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 An apparently minor injury led to Jayme Stephen having a leg amputed as a result of her diabetes.
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