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Breaking: Liberal Party retains the seat of Nepean in by-election Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Anthony Marsh wins the Nepean by-election, retaining the seat for the Liberal Party.
Brisbane Lions coach slams 'hero' parent after whiteboard leak Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Chris Fagan has expressed his disappointment after the leaking of confidential Brisbane Lions notes on Essendon players.
Counting underway in Nepean by-election in Victoria Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The Liberal Party seeks to retain the seat vacated by former Victorian deputy Liberal leader Sam Groth.
Kumanjayi Little Baby's grandfather thanks community, says time to 'let justice take its course' Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The family of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby, whose body was found on the outskirts of Alice Springs on Thursday, has thanked the community for their support as tributes flow in from across the country.
Second of two new Spirit of Tasmania ferries arrives in Geelong Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Following a seven-week journey from Scotland, the Spirit of Tasmania V has arrived in Geelong. It will undergo gantry testing tomorrow before being temporarily relocated to Station Pier in Melbourne.
Volunteers criticise new Crime Stoppers Qld community outreach model Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Public safety charity Crime Stoppers Queensland will undergo significant changes to its community outreach model, which volunteers describe as "a slap in the face".
Live: Broncos mounting miracle comeback without Reynolds Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
As the Broncos welcome back Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan, the Roosters give Cody Ramsey his first NRL minutes since 2022. Follow live.
Man airlifted with life-threatening injuries after caravan park brawl Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
A man has been airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed during a wild brawl at a caravan park in a small Victorian town.
Israeli police video shows attack on nun in Jerusalem Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Israeli police release a video showing what eyewitnesses say was an attack by a Jewish man on a nun near Jerusalem's Old City. Police say the suspect, a 36-year-old man, was later arrested.
Engineering students launch rocket to 10,000 feet in Australian outback Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Students with space industry aspirations successfully launch a rocket 10,000 feet in the air in regional Australia.
Ghost rainbows, storms and sunsets — WA's skies, captured by you Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
In classic shoulder season conditions, April delivered a transitional mix of warm beach weather and cool, wet days with rainfall in the double-digits as we inch closer to winter.Â
Live: Towering mark ignites Blues-Saints clash after Tigers get on the board Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Matthew Carroll soars for Carlton in a spiteful clash with St Kilda, after Richmond snapped a 12-game winless run with victory against West Coast. Follow live.
Cosmetics will soon cost more. Here's why Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Australians spend about $450 on average on beauty products per year. That could soon rise as petroleum prices increase.
Work underway to bring plants to life after fire ravaged Stirling Range Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Seed collections taken before major bushfires in WA's Stirling Range National Park give hope for the continued survival of flora species found nowhere else in the world.
Why Dee Salmin thinks her book could end relationships Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
Podcaster Dee Salmin says people should steer clear of traditional dating advice and focus more on themselves.
Retro 1980s train returns to tracks after major refurbishment Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
As train travel grows in popularity amid the fuel crisis, an iconic regional service returns to the tracks after a major makeover.
Timika wanted to make a difference — and her bike project is doing just that Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The Meekatharra community comes together to restore donated bikes, making a visible difference at the local school.
'Butcher of Bosnia' near death, say lawyers asking for early release Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
In a submission to a UN court, Ratko Mladić's lawyers say he has suffered a serious medical incident and should be released from The Hague on humanitarian grounds.
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany amid Trump spat with Merz Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany amid a growing a rift between the nations' leaders over the Iran war.
Federal government to back 10 renewable energy projects in regional WA Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026
WA's energy minister says the state will have the fuel it needs for this month and has "growing confidence" for June, as further details are released about 10 renewable energy projects that are set to be built across regional WA.
News from the BBC World Service
Some protests may need to stop, PM suggests, after calls for pause on pro-Palestinian marches Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community. Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate - there’s plenty more at stake. US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran. Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors. 'I bought a baseball cap to hide my kippah': Jews observe first Shabbat after Golders Green attack Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 British Jews tell the BBC they are agonising over whether to stick to their usual routine this Sabbath. These twins were born within minutes of each other - but have different dads Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Lavinia and Michelle are the only case of twins with different fathers to be recorded in the UK. Smiling Princess Charlotte beams in 11th birthday portrait Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Sharing the image on social media, Kensington Palace said: "Wishing Charlotte a very happy 11th birthday!' My shopping addiction hijacked my life. Now I realise what caused it Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Children's author Sally Gardner finally found an explanation for her extravagant shopping sprees after hearing a podcast. Is this the real face of Anne Boleyn? Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 A computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of King Henry VIII's second wife - but not everyone is convinced. Revise, recall, then rest - your exam season survival guide Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Teachers and tutors share tips for students to get through exam season. There was one way we'd agreed to do Devil Wears Prada 2, says Meryl Streep Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The sequel's stars on what's changed since the original, and why the film still resonates with women. Australia wants to become the first country to eliminate a cancer - can it? Posted on Friday May 01, 2026 For the first time, Australia has recorded no new cervical cancer diganoses in women under 25. Bomb hoax arrest after Peter Kay show evacuated Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found. Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire. Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion Zanardi dies Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59. Who shot a Secret Service officer at the Trump press dinner? Posted on Friday May 01, 2026 Court papers do not explicitly accuse the suspect of shooting the officer, even as officials say it was not "friendly fire". Bermuda welcomes King Charles with boats, dancing and cake-cutting Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Schoolchildren turn out to meet the monarch, with exotic birds and Bob Marley music all part of the welcome. Chris Mason: PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism. Police station car bomb accused appears in court Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 A 66 year old appears in court a week after a bomb exploded outside Dunmurry Police Station. 'If we sleep, they bite': Rats and weasels infest camps for displaced Gazans Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 In the Gaza Strip, the daily battles are now with rats, weasels, and other pests spreading diseases.
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