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FIFA presses ahead with private investment plan despite opposition Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
FIFA vows to continue with consultations on a proposed private investment plan despite industry pledges to boycott the World Cup if the sale continues.
Hobart deputy mayor snack matter referred to police Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
The Hobart city council has voted to refer a matter concerning its deputy lord mayor and the taking home of snacks to Tasmania Police and the director of local government.
Politics were the focus, but Bluey stole the show at Garma Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
The first day of the nation's biggest Indigenous gathering was political, but the must-see guest was not a member of parliament.
Live: Bulldogs up for the Freo challenge in tough first half Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Fremantle is out to continue its brilliant 2026 season when the top-six chasing Western Bulldogs come to town for Friday night footy. Follow live.
It's easy to see why Australia brought a psychiatrist to Glasgow Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
With just moments to execute on years of training, planning and expectation, tension is high for athletes at the Commonwealth Games. For the first time, Team Australia has a psychiatrist along for the ride.
Drug driver who killed 20yo in stolen car to have sentence reduced Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
A woman jailed for 14 years over the killing of 20-year-old Matthew McLuckie in a high-speed, drug-fuelled crash will receive a reduced sentence following an appeal.
Live: Aussie to box for gold, Aussies in action on track Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Australia's cyclists will look to build on their successful opening day at the velodrome, while Lachie Kennedy and Torrie Lewis eye dual 200m gold on the track. Follow live.
Coles Bay arson accused granted bail in Launceston court Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
A 29-year-old man accused of assaulting a 76-year-old, burning his house down and stealing firearms alongside two other accused men is granted bail.
Gina Rinehart puts ABC on notice over Race Around the World episode Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Hancock Prospecting has formally placed ABC Chair Kim Williams AM, Deputy Chair Lisa Caffery and Managing Director Hugh Marks on notice and foreshadowed possible legal action.
Cop assaulter back in custody after police shock at early release from prison Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
A failed senate candidate who assaulted a pregnant police officer is back in custody after she was released on home detention almost a year before she was eligible for parole.
NDIS provider pockets $1 million after incorrectly billing participants Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Some NDIS service providers have been referred to the ACCC as the government reveals thousands have been engaging in questionable billing practices, including using funds to pay for float tanks and golf lessons.
NT chief minister pledges future for remote town after Rio Tinto closure Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Lia Finocchiaro uses her first Garma Festival speech to promise land and fuel security in north-east Arnhem Land after its main employer, Rio Tinto, leaves town.
Government questioned over cost blowout for proposed weirs Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
The LNP state government made an election commitment to build two new weirs in the North Burnett and the South Burnett regions.
Funeral held for 'bright spark' 13-year-old allegedly murdered by teen boy Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Hundreds of mourners gather in Victoria's west to say farewell to 13-year-old Layla Jeffrey after her remains were found earlier this month.
Machete attack forces Melbourne youth mental health workers out of office Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Staff at a youth mental health clinic in Sunshine have been told to work off-site, after four masked men attempted to assault patients at the centre in Melbourne's west last week.
Six Fijians found clinging to planks of wood after 36 hours lost at sea Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Six Fiji health workers survive a harrowing ordeal at sea thanks to a former classmate of one of the survivors.
Slow-motion big ship lift operation thrills spectators in Hobart Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Peering through binoculars and nestled on camp chairs, onlookers encircle Hobart's River Derwent to behold one of the most complex marine undertakings in Tasmania's history.
ABC withdraws third story by sacked reporter Mahmood Fazal Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
The ABC has withdrawn a third story by sacked reporter Mahmood Fazal due to concerns about accuracy.
Judge reserves decision in unmasking high-profile man in alleged extortion case Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
MM's name has been suppressed by a Cairns court since late May, although he was not the direct target of the alleged threat.
Administrator to be appointed to run Hepburn Shire Council Posted on Friday July 31, 2026
Victorian Local Government Minister Paul Hamer says he intends to appoint an administrator in order to allow the Hepburn Shire Council to continue to run.
News from the BBC World Service
About 49,000 migrants enter Spanish territory of Ceuta in 24 hours, officials say Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The estimated number of arrivals is more than half of the population of the city, which is about 83,600. Senior Infantino adviser quits after Asian federation opposes World Cup investment plan Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The Asian Football Confederation "stands in solidarity" with Uefa and Concacaf in opposing controversial Fifa proposals. Southport killer charged with prison attacks and possessing weapon Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Axel Rudakubana, 19, is accused of attacking staff at HMP Belmarsh between May and October 2025. Anthropic's Claude AI escapes test environment and hacks into three organisations Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks. Sainsbury's agrees to sell Argos for £120m Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Under the terms of the deal, Argos will still operate in Sainsbury's shops, sell Habitat products, and offer Nectar points. Satellite images show impact of heatwaves and drought on UK landscape Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 BBC Verify's analysis indicates “vegetation stress” in many areas, which may affect wildlife and farming. Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail. UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The price of unleaded hits 160p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated. What your summer reading list says about you Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Just picked your holiday book? Our choices can subconsciously reveal important parts of our personality, studies show. 'I pay £580 a month to live in a disused care home': Property guardians show us around Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Could you live communally in a disused building in exchange for a heavily discounted rent? Property guardians show us around. If Hamas disarmament plan holds, it could mark first credible step to ending Gaza war Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The plan - if successful - potentially removes the most significant obstacle to advancing the Trump-backed peace initiative in Gaza. Glasgow gets starring role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day film Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Scotland's largest city doubles as New York in the latest installment of Marvel cinematic universe. Weekly quiz: Why was a French teenager fined for licking a straw? Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Millions opposed military rule in Myanmar. Is their dream of a revolution over? Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Opponents of the junta hoped a revolution would remake Myanmar - but these are disheartening times. Amazon and Apple just told us more about their AI plans - here are three things we learned Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Billions of dollars are being poured into a new wave of AI technology. But will it pay off? AC Milan and Italy great Baresi dies aged 66 Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 AC Milan and Italy great Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66, the Italian club announces. Thames Water boss says leakage targets 'not realistic' Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Chris Weston said Thames wanted "to do better" but some of its targets were not achievable. High Court upholds decision to allow Chinese mega embassy Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The government has given the green light to the site on the old Royal Mint, near the Tower of London. UK rapper Yung Filly found not guilty of raping woman after Australian show Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 The YouTuber has been found guilty for two counts of assault over the 2024 incident in Perth. British man accused of spying on Cyprus RAF base for Iran Posted on Friday July 31, 2026 Rashad Sultanov, a UK-Azerbaijan national, was arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of spying on RAF Akrotiri.
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