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Brisbane Lions coach slams 'hero' parent after whiteboard leak Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Chris Fagan has expressed his disappointment after the leaking of confidential Brisbane Lions notes on Essendon players.
Polls close in Nepean by-election in Victoria Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The Liberal Party seeks to retain the seat vacated by former Victorian deputy Liberal leader Sam Groth.
Kumanjayi Little Baby's grandfather thanks community, says time to 'let justice take its course' Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The family of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby, whose body was found on the outskirts of Alice Springs on Thursday, has thanked the community for their support as tributes flow in from across the country.
Second of two new Spirit of Tasmania ferries arrives in Geelong Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Following a seven-week journey from Scotland, the Spirit of Tasmania V has arrived in Geelong. It will undergo gantry testing tomorrow before being temporarily relocated to Station Pier in Melbourne.
Volunteers criticise new Crime Stoppers Qld community outreach model Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Public safety charity Crime Stoppers Queensland will undergo significant changes to its community outreach model, which volunteers describe as "a slap in the face".
Live: Broncos welcome back superstars for blockbuster Roosters clash Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The Broncos are welcoming back Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan against the Roosters tonight, after the Canberra Raiders took care of business on the Gold Coast. Follow live.
Man airlifted with life-threatening injuries after caravan park brawl Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
A man has been airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed during a wild brawl at a caravan park in a small Victorian town.
Israeli police video shows attack on nun in Jerusalem Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Israeli police release a video showing what eyewitnesses say was an attack by a Jewish man on a nun near Jerusalem's Old City. Police say the suspect, a 36-year-old man, was later arrested.
Engineering students launch rocket to 10,000 feet in Australian outback Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Students with space industry aspirations successfully launch a rocket 10,000 feet in the air in regional Australia.
Ghost rainbows, storms and sunsets — WA's skies, captured by you Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
In classic shoulder season conditions, April delivered a transitional mix of warm beach weather and cool, wet days with rainfall in the double-digits as we inch closer to winter.Â
Live: Tigers on the board in 2026 after Eagles thriller, Cats on top against Roos Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The injury-ravaged Richmond Tigers have snapped a 12-game losing streak with a dramatic 11-point victory over West Coast. Follow live.
Cosmetics will soon cost more. Here's why Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Australians spend about $450 on average on beauty products per year. That could soon rise as petroleum prices increase.
Work underway to bring plants to life after fire ravaged Stirling Range Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Seed collections taken before major bushfires in WA's Stirling Range National Park give hope for the continued survival of flora species found nowhere else in the world.
Why Dee Salmin thinks her book could end relationships Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Podcaster Dee Salmin says people should steer clear of traditional dating advice and focus more on themselves.
Retro 1980s train returns to tracks after major refurbishment Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
As train travel grows in popularity amid the fuel crisis, an iconic regional service returns to the tracks after a major makeover.
Timika wanted to make a difference — and her bike project is doing just that Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The Meekatharra community comes together to restore donated bikes, making a visible difference at the local school.
'Butcher of Bosnia' near death, say lawyers asking for early release Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
In a submission to a UN court, Ratko Mladić's lawyers say he has suffered a serious medical incident and should be released from The Hague on humanitarian grounds.
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany amid Trump spat with Merz Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany amid a growing a rift between the nations' leaders over the Iran war.
Federal government to back 10 renewable energy projects in regional WA Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
WA's energy minister says the state will have the fuel it needs for this month and has "growing confidence" for June, as further details are released about 10 renewable energy projects that are set to be built across regional WA.
Thousands travel to outback Agfair despite fuel costs Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Fuel costs have not stopped thousands of people from descending upon Broken Hill for the biannual Agfair.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Some protests may need to stop, PM suggests, after calls for pause on pro-Palestinian marches Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community. 'I bought a baseball cap to hide my kippah': Jews observe first Shabbat after Golders Green attack Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 British Jews tell the BBC they are agonising over whether to stick to their usual routine this Sabbath. US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran. Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation. Bomb hoax arrest after Peter Kay show evacuated Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found. These twins were born within minutes of each other - but have different dads Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Lavinia and Michelle are the only case of twins with different fathers to be recorded in the UK. Bermuda welcomes King Charles with boats, dancing and cake-cutting Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Schoolchildren turn out to meet the monarch, with exotic birds and Bob Marley music all part of the welcome. My shopping addiction hijacked my life. Now I realise what caused it Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Children's author Sally Gardner finally found an explanation for her extravagant shopping sprees after hearing a podcast. Is this the real face of Anne Boleyn? Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 A computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of King Henry VIII's second wife - but not everyone is convinced. Revise, recall, then rest - your exam season survival guide Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Teachers and tutors share tips for students to get through exam season. There was one way we'd agreed to do Devil Wears Prada 2, says Meryl Streep Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The sequel's stars on what's changed since the original, and why the film still resonates with women. Australia wants to become the first country to eliminate a cancer - can it? Posted on Friday May 01, 2026 For the first time, Australia has recorded no new cervical cancer diganoses in women under 25. Trump claims other presidents flouted war powers law. It's a mixed record Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Both Bushes and Reagan won authorisation for wars, but Obama and Clinton ducked the requirement. PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism. 'If we sleep, they bite': Rats and weasels infest camps for displaced Gazans Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 In the Gaza Strip, the daily battles are now with rats, weasels, and other pests spreading diseases. Mortgages, jobs and energy bills - how the Iran war will affect your money Posted on Friday May 01, 2026 The Bank of England's latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war. The Papers: 'Burnham plans to return' and 'Four weeks from crunch' Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Labour grandee Andy Burnham "plans to return to Westminster" and oil crunch looms lead Saturday's papers. Highlander stars bring Hollywood buzz to Scotland Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Henry Cavill, Karen Gillan and Russell Crowe are in Scotland filming a remake of the cult 1980s film. Oscars says AI actors and writing cannot win awards Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The academy that controls the Oscars on Friday issued new award eligibility requirements around the use of artificial intelligence in film. BBC News app Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025 Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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