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Ray Hadley and Peter FitzSimons told about Alan Jones claims, court told Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The claims were made by a man who told police the broadcaster kissed him and touched him without consent.
Breaking: Sydney Swans involved in 'alleged incident' as police probe sexual assault Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The club says the AFL and authorities have been notified about the alleged incident, as police investigate a report of sexual assault.
ABC removes more episodes by sacked reporter Mahmood Fazal Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
An ABC review of sacked reporter Mahmood Fazal's use of anonymous interviewees find three more episodes of concern from Four Corners and Background Briefing.
Twitchers excited by sighting of rare migratory shorebird Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The sighting of a redshank on the Cairns Esplanade is the talk of the birdwatching community. It is believed to be just the second time the species has been spotted in Queensland.
ANU replaces Julie Bishop as chancellor after long period of controversy Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
Adjunct Professor of Economics Gordon de Brouwer will be the ANU's 14th chancellor in its 80-year history when he takes up the role on August 19.
Hundreds of pelicans found dead in outback NSW Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
Bird flu is ruled out as the cause of the deaths of hundreds of pelicans discovered by an ecologist at the Menindee Lakes.
No smiles as Chris O'Connell advances, while Aussie women's campaign ends Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
Chris O'Connell and Adam Walton make it four Australian men in the round of 32 at the Cincinnati Open, while Talia Gibson's loss to Aryna Sabalenka ends the country's women's campaign.
Victorian teachers vote in favour of new pay deal after months-long dispute Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The Australian Education Union says 79 per cent of its members voted to endorse the latest pay offer from the government.
Family and friends help search for missing 18yo bushwalker Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
Police examine telecommunications data and continue to deploy a thermal-imaging helicopter as the search for missing bushwalker Lily Hooper, 18, enters its sixth day.
Brisbane man charged with 34 historical offences against girls Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
Police allege the man sexually assaulted five girls, some of them at a north Brisbane bakery where he worked, from the early 1970s into the late 1980s.Â
Philanthropist couple remembered for spending millions to change lives Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The Queensland couple is remembered for spending their money helping improve their community.
Elderly man charged after claiming to be Vietnam veteran Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
A 79-year-old man who allegedly claimed to be a Vietnam veteran and improperly wore service medals is charged by police.
Trump scales back joint military drills with South Korea, calling them 'hostile' Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
US President Donald Trump orders the Pentagon to scale back planned joint military exercises with South Korea, saying it declined to help denuclearise Iran and citing his good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Tourists at 'right place, right time' find emus swimming in WA river Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
A Kalbarri tourism operator says it is the first time they have seen emus swimming in one of WA's longest rivers.
New privately operated prison announced by NT government Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The Northern Territory government has announced plans for a new prison that will be built, financed and operated by a private company.
Man killed in hit-and-run near Ballarat Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
Police say the car that struck the man did not have number plates. Anyone with information is being urged to come forward.
Concerns for emergency response during rolling Telstra upgrades Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The planned outages pose concerns for remote SES managers, who say mobile coverage is vital for coordinating staff in an emergency.
Broken zips, sleeve sewn shut: Union raises SA firefighter safety concerns Posted on Monday August 17, 2026
The United Firefighters Union has lodged a dispute with South Australia's independent workplace tribunal, arguing the SA Metropolitan Fire Serivce is not providing sufficient personal protective equipment.
Strokes are increasingly impacting young people and experts say the factors are complex Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026
The Stroke Foundation says one in four strokes in Australia now occur in those aged under 65, despite the overall incidence going down.
Data centres to be fast-tracked in NSW, despite community group pushback Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026
The scheme is incentivising builders constructing data centres in NSW to comply with newly set guidelines.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The rare meeting comes a week after Israel rejected Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza. UK to turn cooler with rain after exceptional heat and dry spell Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 After and exceptional summer of heatwaves and drought, the weather will turn wetter and cooler this week, as Simon King explains Five teenagers dead and four injured after car drives on wrong side of motorway Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The collision occurred on on the M9 Northbound at about 03:00 local time on Sunday in County Kildare. Trump says US to scale back South Korea military drills after it stayed out of Iran war Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises. Russia says at least seven killed in largest Ukrainian attack of 2026 Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 Moscow also launched deadly strikes against Ukraine overnight, sparking fires across the capital Kyiv. History for Hunt and Asher-Smith in golden finish for GB Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 Amy Hunt and Dina Asher-Smith make history and Georgia Hunter Bell claims a commanding 1500m gold as Great Britain maintain their bid to top the final medal table at the European Championships. Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witch hunt' Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly. Emergency phone alert put domestic abuse victims at risk, campaigners say Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The alert took many by surprise when it was sent to millions of phones on Friday night - but it may have also put vulnerable people at risk. Changing pubs into homes to be made harder under new rules Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy. 'I want my brother back' - Tupac’s brother tells BBC murder trial won’t bring justice Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil sat down with Mopreme Shakur ahead of the trial for his brother and late rapper's 1996 murder. Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires break out on Greek island Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 About 200 firefighters worked to keep the fires from converging on Salamina, with one now under control. Reform UK benefits ban for foreign nationals would include EU citizens Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The move would require renegotiating the UK's Brexit deal and could risk stripping British expats living in the EU of similar rights. How switching your bank account could earn you up to £220 Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 New research suggests staying put is costing British savers billions in missed interest every year. The Papers: 'Water cheek' and 'Queen Amy's gold rush' Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 Water companies being allowed to increase prices during droughts and Amy Hunt's gold medal run dominates Monday's papers. US women in politics spark conversation on motherhood Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The White House press secretary quit this week to be with her children, while Democrat Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez said she was freezing her eggs. What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks? Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 Men who have had the procedure can expect 10-20% more girth for the next six to nine months - but it can go wrong. Friends, finances and finding your feet - advice for this year's freshers Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 BC News asked current students about the worries they had before arriving at university how they overcame them. Ferrari's first ever electric car sold for record $40m at auction Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 The Luce's launch drew backlash from some commentators who said it broke from the brand's signature dramatic styling. Murder inquiry after man bitten by dog dies Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 Police appeal for two people who stopped to help the victim in Wakefield to come forward. Four 'extraordinary' Renaissance paintings stolen from Italian museum Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026 The works were taken overnight without alarms being triggered, raising suspicion of a professional hit.
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