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Police admit caution issued to MP may have been case of mistaken identity Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Northern Territory Police have admitted a formal caution issued to federal MP Luke Gosling for allegedly breaching his bail in September may have been a case of mistaken identity, which his lawyers say could "materially assist the defence".
WA woman jailed for fatally stabbing partner during argument Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
A woman has been jailed for five years for fatally stabbing her partner during an argument in WA's Midwest.
'Thick, orange water' safe to drink, woman told Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
When Hobart resident Emma Thornley put a load of whites in her washing machine on Tuesday morning, she was not expecting it to come out covered in dark-orange stains.
David Jones is on shaky ground. Here's what consumers should know Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
If David Jones goes belly-up, consumers could be out of pocket. Here's what the experts say shoppers should consider to avoid a Christmas nightmare.
Marine scientist awarded 2027 Australian of the Year for NSW Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Whale expert Vanessa Pirotta has been honoured at a ceremony along with the founder of community shark bite kits, a veteran pilot doctor, and the founders of a youth charity in the state's Mid North Coast.
No evidence of fraud in Israeli election, commission finds Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Arab-led parties of stealing the election in which neither major bloc earned a parliamentary majority.
Paedophile McKenna to be released despite being declared high risk offender Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
One of WA's worst serial paedophiles, Dennis McKenna, will be free within weeks after serving his sentence.
Swans star returns positive drug test during roadside stop Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Tom Papley returns a positive preliminary drug test after being pulled over by NSW Police, who sprung him driving with a suspended licence.
Are these songs worthy of our first National Songbook? Experts say yes Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
The initiative celebrates and preserves the songs and songwriters that helped shape Australia's cultural identity.
Councillor resigns after probe into domestic violence comment Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
A Kempsey Shire councillor has resigned 15 days after his colleagues asked him to step down over an offensive comment he was found to have made to a woman online.
Judge rules CCTV footage in murder case does not show 'self-harm stabbing' Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
A man accused of stabbing his cousin to death outside an Alice Springs pub last year has been committed to stand trial after arguing the alleged murder victim may have self-harmed.
Transport minister forced to take back seat at his own press conference Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
The premier and his senior lieutenants have been grilled on multiple occasions in the past fortnight about the biggest and most expensive road infrastructure project in SA's history but debate continues over whether it's time for one minister to fall on his sword.
Midterm results a defeat for Trump, but he is no lame duck Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
These midterm election results are an emphatic defeat for the US president, but anyone who thinks he is a lame duck does so at their own peril.
What could the Democrats do now that they have won Congress? Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Democrats have made a plan for their first 100 hours of House control, but still face barriers to advancing their agenda.
Shops reporting suspicious fuel purchases in bid to curb firebombings Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
A luxury car workshop is the latest business to be targeted in Melbourne's ongoing arson attacks.
Australian banks lift interest rates Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Australia's banks reveal they will raise their interest rates in response to the RBA's decision to lift the cash rate for the fifth time in 2026.
Former NRL player charged with manufacturing illegal peptides Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
Trent Merrin is facing five charges following a police investigation that allegedly led to the discovery of a "clandestine lab".
Democrats gain control of Congress in rebuke to Trump Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
The Democrats have won control of Congress in a stunning victory over Donald Trump's Republican Party.
ASIC fines Mona owner David Walsh's company for late financial report Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
The parent company of Tasmania's Mona museum has been slugged with a hefty fine after failing to lodge a financial report on time.
David Jones on brink of collapse and behind on rent to Westfield Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026
One of David Jones's biggest landlords says the department store is in breach of its rental agreements and has not paid since September.
News from the BBC World Service
Anthony Zurcher: Democrats push deep into Trump heartland on historic night Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats. Trump takes aim at Republicans but says Democrats did a 'good job' Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 He wrote on Truth Social that Republicans would have won "in a landslide" if his name had been on the ballot. How America voted in maps and charts Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 See the maps and charts that show how America voted in the US midterm elections. Key moments from a night of midterm election firsts Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Democrats have taken control of Congress for the rest of Donald Trump's presidency - proving moments of celebration.
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 El-Sayed bested Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history. Miliband says slavery apology will not bring cost for UK taxpayers Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Speaking to BBC's Newscast, the foreign secretary says Britain cannot sweep its past "under the carpet". 'Multi-cancer' blood tests coming to some GP surgeries soon Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The aim is to detect hard-to-diagnose abdominal cancers, including liver, ovarian and pancreatic cancer, much sooner. No more rice grains in Kellogg's Rice Krispies due to changing weather Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The new recipes mean cereal packaging will now include a 'contains wheat gluten' warning. Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75 Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 He was stylist to the stars in the 1960s and 1970s before creating a global range of hair products. Scammers using AI-generated images of missing pets to demand reward money Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Owners say threats to kill their cats unless they sent money left them angry and terrified. Poundland supplier 'will lose millions' if retailer collapses Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Highcrest Retail Brands says it will lose millions if Poundland collapses, while other suppliers have said they would go under. Prince William says UK faces terrifying risk of more wildfires due to climate change Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The prince says 2026 was the first summer he felt "worried about the scale of the wildfires". Why Kim Kardashian came back to 'the worst TV drama ever' Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The media personality and businesswoman says she's worked on her acting for series two of All's Fair. Code cracked for shipwreck padlock solving 400-year-old mystery Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The brass lock, found in the sand near Port Talbot, forms part of a 1583 shipwreck treasure hoard. Football world mourns Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Tributes were paid across Tuesday's Champions League fixtures to Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, who died following collision on the pitch. How 'mogging' went from toxic term to mainstream Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Mogging, named Collins English Dictionary's word of the year, was once the preserve of the manosphere but has become part of everyday discourse. The Papers: King calls slavery 'monstrous' and 'Celeb loses gag bid' Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The King's comments on the transatlantic slave trade and the high-profile celebrity who lost a "gag bid" in sex claim case lead Wednesday's papers. West Ham confirm former midfielder Scott Parker as new head coach Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 The 46-year-old replaces Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked on Tuesday after the club's disappointing start to the Championship season. Iran's chief negotiator says Americans voted 'no to war' Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 "We endorse this message," Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf says, as Donald Trump acknowledges the conflict's role in the Republican Party's defeat. Delhi air quality worsens ahead of Diwali as firework restrictions enter force Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026 Officials said the measures were introduced after forecasts suggested air quality would remain very poor over the coming days.
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