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Students help uncover forgotten stories of WWI veterans and nurses Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
South Australian high school students have helped to uncover the legacies of five war veterans who were laid to rest in unmarked graves.Â
Leading groups for UK women and girls to close doors for trans women Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Two of the UK's leading groups for women and girls will stop offering membership to trans women in the aftermath of a Supreme Court ruling.
Neo-Nazi and family leave country after minister revoked visa Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The South African neo-Nazi who sparked controversy during a protest outside NSW parliament has left Australia after his visa was revoked.
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Steve Cropper dies aged 84 Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Steve Cropper, was best known as the guitarist for Booker T and the MG's, but also co-wrote the classics Green Onions, and In the Midnight Hour.
Former NT administrator, musician and author Ted Egan dies aged 93 Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Folk music legend, author and former Northern Territory Administrator Ted Egan has died aged 93.
Palm oil and mining blamed for cyclone devastation in Sumatra Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Indonesia's government says it will summon eight companies over their suspected role in worsening the scale of floods and landslides that have killed more than 700 people. But environmental groups say authorities are hypocritical and partly to blame for the destruction.
Versace excelled at maximalism. Now Prada wants to take it further Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
With Prada buying Versace, one of fashion's biggest rivalries is over — and it will be hoping to bring the fellow Italian fashion house back into style.
People with disability 'blossom like a flower' on community radio Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A community radio station in Alice Springs is becoming a breeding ground for new, diverse voices by giving people with disability a platform to broadcast.
What's in pregnancy supplements? Sorting science from marketing spin Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Health experts say tighter regulations around pregnancy supplements are needed as newer brands replace folic acid — a key nutrient shown to prevent birth defects — with a lesser-studied alternative.
Man who allegedly abandoned dog Arnie facing additional charges Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A man who allegedly misled police over the theft of his vehicle and family pet has been charged with driving offences and obstructing police.
Outback opal miners allowed to operate in new national park Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The Queensland government's purchase of Vergemont Station last year led to months of uncertainty for miners with tenures inside the former cattle station, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory.
Alleged childcare paedophile Joshua Brown hit with further charges Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Detectives have issued an additional 83 charges against Joshua Dale Brown, a former childcare worker who was charged with more than 70 offences earlier this year.
'Very sad case': Judge finds man not guilty of murder Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A special proceedings hearing in the Supreme Court in Broome heard that Ian Ralph Brooke was suffering from an acute psychotic disorder when he fatally stabbed a 27-year-old in 2023.Â
Cricket fanatic crisscrossing Australia on Vespa to attend every Ashes Test Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
One man, one little yellow Vespa and a 12,000-kilometre road trip to attend every Ashes Test.
Live: Hobart's stadium debate continues, with project unofficially approved Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The Hobart stadium is unofficially approved after securing enough yes votes, but the $1.13 billion project is still being scrutinised in the Tasmanian parliament. Follow the debate live.
It has taken 30 years to gain native title determination for Payarri Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
It was 1994 when Ngalia man Kado Muir first sat down with two of his elders and a lawyer to discuss lodging a native title claim for his ancestral country, Payarri. Today, the Federal Court will make an on-country determination of that claim.
Hegseth's use of Signal app posed risk to US personnel, watchdog finds Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A report by the Pentagon watchdog concludes US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated Pentagon policy by using his personal device for official business and recommends better training for all Pentagon officials.
Raccoon goes on liquor binge and passes out in toilet Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The suspect broke into a liquor store in the US state of Virginia, ransacked several shelves and ended up face down in the bathroom.
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Charges laid after fatal shooting of man south of Brisbane Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A 22-year-old Beenleigh man has been charged with four offences as police investigate a fatal shooting in a Logan park.Â
$1.6m art installation, including 3-metre gorilla, gets town talking Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025
A statue of a 30-year-old eastern lowland gorilla named Mina is one of 22 donated to Eurobodalla Shire Council by internationally recognised artists Gillie and Marc.
News from the BBC World Service
Ukraine and US negotiators to meet in Florida after Moscow talks, White House says Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 US special envoy Steve Witkoff will meet senior Ukrainian negotiator, Rustem Umerov, for talks in Miami on Thursday. Oil, defence and geopolitics: Why Putin is visiting Modi in Delhi Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 BBC editors explain what is at stake as Russian President Vladimir Putin starts a two-day visit to India. Investigation into pre-Budget leaks is under way, MPs told Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Chancellor Rachel Reeves has given her "full support" to a review of security processes around the lead-up to the Budget. Previously unseen images of Epstein's island released Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The new images come as a deadline for the broader release of documents held by the US government looms. 'No excuse' - California doctor sentenced to 30 months in Matthew Perry overdose case Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 Dr Salvador Plasencia is the first of five people to be sentenced in the Friends star's overdose death. Royals lay out festive greeting at glittering state banquet Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 Germany's president was hosted at the glittering event after the first day of his state visit to the UK. Eurovision faces crucial decision over Israel Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Organisers of the song contest meet in Geneva on Thursday to debate Israel's role in the event. Patients clogging A&E with hiccups, sore throats and other niggles Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 NHS bosses warn the public to use hospitals wisely amid concern this could be a tough winter. Five killed in Israeli air strikes on tents near Khan Younis, medics say Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 Rescue workers say they recovered bodies from a camp for displaced people. The IDF says it "struck a Hamas terrorist". Supermarket loyalty discounts to be allowed on baby formula Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 The government claims that parents who cannot or chose not to breastfeed could save £500 a year. Miley Cyrus confirms engagement to musician Maxx Morando Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The Grammy winner says she was "so surprised" after her partner of four years proposed on a trip. Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober. A speeding driver killed my parents - there needs to be a cultural change Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Claire Corker wants cultural change on road safety after her parents were killed by a speeding driver. The Papers: 'Face ID in every town' and 'Kate's great herr do' Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Many of Thursday's front pages carrying photos of the state banquet for the German President at Windsor, alongside a range of other stories. Cough medicines or lemon and honey – which is better for you? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 What's the best way to deal with a cough and is lemon and honey as effective as medicine? 'My heart breaks every time I'm called a hero' - Hong Kong fire survivor Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 A survivor tells the BBC he feels guilty he didn't save more people from the blaze at his block of flats. Spotify Wrapped reveals most-played artists of 2025 - but who's yours? Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 The app reveals its top artists of the year, as users find out who they've been playing most often. Steve Rosenberg: What latest Ukraine talks reveal about Putin's state of mind Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 Russia's president looks determined to continue his war in Ukraine - even as the country's economic problems grow. How the White House account of September boat strike has evolved Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025 Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has distanced himself from a follow-up attack on a suspected drug vessel. Banquet, Royal Family and Starmer on first day of German state visit Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The Royal Family hosted the first German state visit to the UK in 27 years - with a state banquet and ceremonial events in Windsor.
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