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Third man charged over shooting in Melbourne's northern suburbs Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Detectives charge a man in relation to a fatal shooting in Melbourne's north earlier this month, arresting him as he tried to board a flight out of Australia.
North Melbourne's 32-game winning streak over after shock loss to Hawthorn Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
North Melbourne has lost for the first time in almost three years, with the two-time defending AFLW premier falling to a shock 7-point defeat to Hawthorn in Cairns.
Australian finalists for Prince William's Earthshot Prize 'nervous but excited' Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Seventy ranger teams across Central Australia manage bushfires, protect species and use land practices developed over tens of thousands of years. Now their environmental work has been recognised by Prince William.
Adelaide workers expected to bear brunt of Bendigo Bank cuts Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
A union says 137 workers at the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank are slated for redundancy as part of an ongoing restructure, but the company says its plans are "yet to be finalised".Â
At least three dead in Philippines school shooting Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
At least three students have been killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a high school in the country's south, authorities have confirmed.
Live: Young magic sparks Freo fightback with Sydney tiring in frenetic prelim Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Sydney is continuing its fairytale AFL finals campaign, with the unfancied Swans out-muscling minor premier Fremantle in a frenetic preliminary final at the SCG. Follow live.
Federal finance minister threatens to bypass NT government on funding Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Katy Gallagher has met with the acting NT chief minister to discuss how federally-funded programs are being administered by the Country Liberal Party government.
Hat-draw to decide mayoral contest ends in confusion Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
With the vote tied, Clarence Valley Council turned to drawing a name out of a hat to decide who should be mayor, only to disagree on who the winner was.
Regional businesses alarmed as Australia limits working holiday visas Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
The tourism, hospitality and agriculture sectors in regional Queensland say changes to Australia's migration system, including introducing a ballot system for working holiday makers, will have devastating impacts.
Alan Jones trial hears of 'sharp shift' in athlete's relationship with him Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
A friend of prominent athlete 'Complainant M' told police he noticed a "sharp shift" in the athlete's relationship with broadcaster Alan Jones around the time of an alleged assault.
ODI live: Head smashes quickfire ton as Aussies take on Zimbabwe Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Australia's men's team is back in Harare for the second of three ODIs against Zimbabwe after Matt Renshaw's heroics in the first game. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre.
LA Rams coach hopes his NFL team never plays in Australia again Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Los Angeles coach Sean McVay is thrilled the Rams' season opener at the MCG is behind them and hopes they never do it again.
Rachel Griffiths to return to Aussie stages for first time in 25 years Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Clarice Beckett's paintings languished in a farm shed for decades before she was recognised by the Australian art establishment. Rachel Griffiths will play her in a new show.
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Tasmanian Aboriginal elder Aunty Patsy Cameron dies aged 79 Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Tasmanian elder Aunty Patsy Cameron has died, leaving behind a legacy of improving educational outcomes for Aboriginal Tasmanians.Â
Senate inquiry slams 'false narrative' youth crime wave gripping Australia Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
A federal inquiry has slammed what it calls a "false narrative" in media reporting that Australia is "in the grip of a youth crime wave", while urging the government to implement national minimum standards in youth justice.
Pockets of Hobart's eastern shore face 'extreme' fire danger as temperatures set to soar Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
A confluence of high temperatures, dry air and windy conditions is forecast to create a high fire danger rating for much of Tasmania this weekend, with Sunday to have an elevated risk.
Queensland Rail network to return to normal after pay agreement reached Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
A long-running pay dispute between Queensland Rail and seven unions has ended with an agreement, following months of delays for commuters.
Think you've dodged the flu this year? Don't be so sure Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Australia is facing an abnormally late surge in influenza infections this year, but the total number of cases is predicted to be far fewer than in 2025.
Australian accused of murdering teenager in Thailand denied bail Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Simon Carman, the Australian man accused of murdering Thai teenager Tunchanok Donhomla in June, is denied bail after prosecutors argued he could try to flee the country.
Murder accused appears in court over death of 48yo man Posted on Friday September 18, 2026
Forty-two-year-old Dominic Alexander Carbonari appears in a Tasmanian court charged with the murder of a 48-year-old man in the state's north-west.
News from the BBC World Service
MI5 accepts it gave evidence based on lies in neo-Nazi spy case Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 It is the first time MI5 has confirmed the BBC's revelation that it gave evidence based on lies in court while defending the violent informant. Women told breasts removed needlessly as NHS trust finds more than 300 suffered harm Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The trust's new chief executive says he apologises unreservedly - "What happened was utterly unacceptable." Our brother did not match description of 'Putney pusher', suspect's sisters tell BBC Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 Nicholas Brandram's sisters give the BBC a list of reasons as to why their brother was not the jogger who pushed a woman into the path of a bus on Putney Bridge. War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready? Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The military and government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it Council staff refused anonymity for Sara Sharif inquest Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 A coroner rejects an application for three workers after the media, including the BBC, opposed it. Brewdog's unpaid workers to receive nothing after takeover deal Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 Administrators say about £489,000 was owed for staff wages and holiday pay and £2.4m was owed to HMRC for unpaid VAT. British rapper Sway dies aged 44 Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 Sway, whose hits included Still Speedin' and Level Up, was living in Ghana at the time of his death. Lindsay Clancy holdout juror had no doubt she deliberately killed her children Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 It is the first time the juror, who refused to side with the others and acquit Clancy, has spoken publicly about his decision. British woman rescued in Malawi shootout that left four suspected kidnappers dead Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The mother of two young children was kidnapped last week in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre. At least 16 killed after vehicle loaded with explosives rams into Pakistan mosque Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 A vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into a mosque building during Friday prayers, a senior police official says. Move faster to solve climate challenges, Prince William says Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The Prince of Wales tells the BBC we need to "accelerate" in finding solutions to climate challenges as Earthshot nominees are unveiled. Oasis will not headline Glastonbury 2027, organiser Emily Eavis confirms Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The rock band will not be stopping at Worthy Farm despite being on tour at that time next summer. Tailgate parties, marching bands... and Ted Lasso? Wembley hosts US college game Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 Wembley will host its first American college football game on Saturday and one of Kansas' most famous fans could be among the 60,000 crowd. US fans with Ed Sheeran tickets left torn over Macklemore controversy Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 With Sheeran's next gig this weekend, some ticket holders said they were in two minds about going. We bought our £242,000 home without a deposit - here's how Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The share of UK mortgages with smaller deposits is the highest it's been since 2008. The BBC spoke to borrowers about how they manage the risks. 'Complete despair': Afghan female medical students fear being sent home from Pakistan Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 Since 2023, hundreds of thousands of Afghans have been deported from Pakistan and over two million have left. Learner drivers turn to YouTube and TikTok to cut costs - but instructors warn of risks Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 One learner says social media clips saved her money, but there was also misinformation online. Not just 'Nice Guy Eddie': Lib Dems eager for leader to show radical side at party conference Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 There is a sizeable group of Lib Dem MPs who openly question whether the party's problem is with its leader, while others support his stance. Weekly quiz: Why did women's sports stars criticise actress Sydney Sweeney? Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? New wild cat species discovered - with only one known living member Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 A spotted wildcat long mistaken for relatives has been identified as a new species in Bolivia.
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