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Iranian government official levels allegations at Australia, US and Israel Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Iranian deputy foreign minister Esmaeil Baghaei accuses the US of "terrorist acts" and issues a warning to Australia about being on the wrong side of history.
Childcare worker guilty of indecent treatment of child, not guilty of rape Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
A former childcare worker has been found not guilty of raping a child in his care after a three-day trial on the Sunshine Coast.
High-risk domestic violence cases slipping through cracks in WA, says report Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
A report tabled in parliament finds significant gaps in how agencies respond to high-risk family and domestic violence, as a prominent advocate calls for urgent action.
Dogs hold on to down Canberra in brutal wet-weather battle Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
It was far from easy, but Canterbury have held on for a narrow win over the Raiders in torrential conditions in Canberra.
Homicide detectives investigating death of woman at home in Perth's north Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
WA Police investigate the death of a woman at a home in Perth's northern suburbs, with a man aged in his 40s assisting detectives with their inquiries.
Great Gunston gets Hawks home at the MCG Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Hawthorn finishes over the top of an understrength Sydney side to knock off the ladder-leaders at the MCG, thanks to a four-goal haul from Jack Gunston.
Footballers jailed for sexually abusing girl at party in regional Victoria Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
A judge described Jaiden Fidge and Riley Smith's offending as having an element of "abhorrent male bravado", with the court hearing one of the footballers boasted about the assault.
Inquiry begins into Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Evidence during the first hearing into the cause of a Hong Kong apartment complex blaze has heard a series of failures contributed to the deaths of 168 people.
Flood payments withheld but displaced residents say they need help now Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Stranded residents of Jilkminggan in the Big Rivers region say they need their full flood relief payments now, after finding out this week they would only get one-quarter of the money while they remain in shelters in Mataranka.
'Shouldn't that be enough?' Popovic bemused by Segečić's Croatia call Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic maintains young players have an opportunity to represent Australia at the highest level despite losing a younger player to a European rival.
Bradley Murdoch provided with 'high level' of attention in prison, inquest told Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Bradley Murdoch took the location of his victim Peter Falconio's remains to his grave. A coronial inquest has revealed police made two desperate attempts to get answers just days before he died.
Podcasts, return to radio could be next for Kyle and Jackie O, experts say Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
The collapse of The Kyle and Jackie O Show has left hundreds of thousands of people looking for something else to listen to in the morning, with some industry insiders questioning whether the duo could make a comeback.
Culture versus commerce as famous artist takes on local council Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
One of Australia's most acclaimed artists brought humour and frustration to a council meeting weighing commerce against culture.
SA treasurer and shadow treasurer clash over cost estimates for promises Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Labor says the opposition's promises will cost $2.4 billion more than they say, as both parties target the public sector as a way to save money on the budget ahead of the state election.
Will this be Canberra's most densely populated precinct? Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
The National Capital Authority wants to define a new urban hub in the nation's capital, but its proposed new building height limits are creating angst.
Gold-tier health policies set to rise by as much as 25pc next month Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Some Australians with private health insurance will face premium increases of as much as 25 per cent from next month, according to new analysis from CHOICE.
Power prices set to fall, but Iran war casts long shadow over bill relief Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Benchmark power prices across parts of the country will ease as renewables reduce wholesale costs for electricity, but the regulator warns its modelling does not account for the war in the Middle East.
Boy charged with stabbing woman on her way to work in Melbourne Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
The 25-year-old woman is in a serious condition in hospital after being stabbed inside a Clayton shopping centre.
UK abuse claims against Kevin Spacey settled out of court Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey avoids a new trial after settling out of court with three men who launched a UK civil suit against him accusing him of sexual assault.
Highway closure not a 'natural' disaster, NSW government says Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026
Locals, industry groups promised input into a support package for communities struggling to cope with the ongoing closure of the Great Western Highway.
News from the BBC World Service
King opens world's longest coastal path around England Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The King Charles coastal path will allow walkers right of access to the entire coast for the first time. US messageboard 4Chan mocks £520,000 fine for UK online safety breaches Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The fine includes £450,000 for lack of age checks to prevent children from seeing pornography. Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed "no imminent threat" to the US. 'Designer' dog owners report more problem behaviours, vets warn Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The Royal Veterinary College says popular "doodle" dogs do not always behave as expected. Parents jailed after letting 'skeletal' five-stone daughter die Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 Steffie Davies was found dead and in an "almost skeletal" state by paramedics who were called to her home. Afroman wins legal battle over songs mocking US police Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The rapper was sued after releasing an entire album ridiculing the officers who raided his home. Trump threatens to blow up 'entirety' of major Iran gas field if it attacks Qatar again Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The attacks led to a spike of more than 25% in gas prices in Europe on Thursday. How the war may affect money and bills Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food. Cyprus leader calls for frank discussion on 'colonial' UK bases Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The UK's two military bases on Cyprus are a "colonial consequence" on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides. Three Palestinian women killed during Iranian missile attack Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 They were killed when a beauty salon was hit in the southern West Bank, while a Thai worker was killed by shrapnel falling in Israel. How Europe sleepwalked into yet another energy crisis Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe. The 15-year-old Man Utd prodigy still too young to play senior football Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 At 15, Manchester United's JJ Gabriel is too young to play in the Premier League but he is already showing clear signs he is a huge talent. Ryan Gosling on bringing humour to sci-fi adventure Project Hail Mary Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The Canadian actor stars as a science teacher turned astronaut in sci-fi film Project Hail Mary. I'm in agony six years after treatment for anal cancer Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 Trish Prosser was too embarrassed to tell loved ones about the type of cancer she had as she felt there was a stigma surrounding anal cancer. Chris Mason: Is government going wobbly on its migration plans? Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 Chris Mason asks if the UK government will stick to its big immigration shake-up or water it down. Sheep shearing takes me all over the world - UK visa changes could make Scotland a no-go area for some Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 Scottish farmers say Home Office rule changes are likely to leave more than a million sheep unshorn South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks. Why is MenB vaccine not given to teenagers in UK and should they be offered it? Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 Students and older teens have not been vaccinated against the meningitis strain behind the Kent outbreak. Nightclub linked to outbreak 'won't open until people are safe' says owner Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 The Canterbury nightclub has been linked to a deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent. Why this 'unprecedented' outbreak isn't another Covid Posted on Wednesday March 18, 2026 Meningitis infections result from close and prolonged physical contact and spreads more slowly than Covid.
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