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Lawsuit filed against Victoria Police over arrest related to Dezi Freeman search Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
A man arrested and held at gunpoint during the manhunt for alleged double murderer Dezi Freeman has filed a lawsuit against Victoria Police.Â
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Government silent on claims Australians were on US sub that sank warship Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
The federal government won't confirm if any Australian personnel were on a US fast-attack submarine that sank an Iranian warship, despite dozens of ADF members rotating through US submarines for training.Â
Live: Iranian players sing national anthem and salute ahead of Matildas clash Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
The Matildas face Iran at Robina, seeking a win to secure a spot in the knockout stages of the Women's Asian Cup. Follow live.
Live: Eels suffer first-minute sin bin after Storm forward knocked out Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
The Melbourne Storm host the Parramatta Eels in round one, after both clubs were central to one of the biggest dramas this offseason. Follow live.
Compulsory land acquisition amendments leave farmers 'gutted' Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Farmers are left gutted after the Victorian government passes new amendments allowing transmission companies to compulsorily acquire land.
'From the river to the sea' and 'globalise the intifada' banned in Queensland Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Sweeping new hate speech laws banning certain expressions in a way that makes a member of the public feel menaced, harassed or offended have passed in Queensland Parliament.
The latest viral health food trend claims to lower your BMI Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Black sesame is the latest plant-based product to go viral with social media claiming these seeds reduce blood sugar, risk of heart disease and can even reverse grey hair.
Live: Swans respond after quarter time as sloppy ball use halts Blues charge Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Charlie Curnow faces his old teammates in his very first match representing the Sydney Swans as Carlton comes to town for the AFL's season-opener. Follow live.
Pathologist cannot determine cause of death in cold case murder trial Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
The ACT Supreme Court hears evidence in the trial of two Melbourne men who are accused of murdering Irma Palasics in her home in 1999.
Decorated youth camp founder found guilty of child sex abuse Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
A jury returns majority guilty verdicts in the trial of Geoff Guest, 99, who has an Order of Australia Medal for his youth work.
Maps and photos show the Iran war has seeped into the wider Middle East Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Hundreds of people have been killed as the war being waged by the US and Israel on Iran has spread across the Middle East as humanitarian bodies warn of the impact on civilians.
NT hit-and-run driver who called victims 'dogs' allowed to keep licence Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
A driver who hit two pedestrians in Darwin, one of whom died, fled the scene and then boasted about the crash to friends has been allowed to keep his driver’s licence.
Algae behind SA bloom effects had been around a decade, research finds Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
New research has found that the dominant species of algae killing marine life along South Australia's coastline has been present in the state's waters for at least a decade.
Runaway truck loaded with bricks ploughs into parked cars Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
The driver has been praised for his quick-thinking as the out-of-control truck hurtled down the hill.Â
Man who bludgeoned partner to death with towel rail jailed for 21 years Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
A man who bludgeoned his partner to death with a towel rail and shower head in the bathroom of her home is jailed for a minimum of 21 years.
Aston Martin drivers 'risk permanent nerve damage' driving for too long Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Aston Martin will almost certainly not finish this weekend's Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, if it even starts at all, over fears the vibration of the car could permanently injure its drivers.
Man charged over Melbourne attack that led to alleged arsonist's death Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Police have charged a Fitzroy man following an attack on a dessert bar on Melbourne's Chapel Street that led to the death of one of two alleged arsonists.
Wilson croons, Taylor gets politicking and Carney visits Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
This week in Canberra, Tim Wilson did his best Billy Joel impression, the opposition leader went hard on the government over the cost-of-living crisis and the Canadian prime minister popped into parliament.
'Kids can have strokes': Boy’s collapse highlights risk for children Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
Hugh Proud collapsed at his tiny outback school in 2022. Four years later, he shares his story to raise awareness of childhood stroke.
China keeps defence spending high in drive to modernise Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026
China will boost defence spending by 7 per cent in 2026, still outpacing wider economic growth targets at a time of growing regional tension, including over Taiwan.
News from the BBC World Service
'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under US-Israeli strikes Posted on Wednesday March 04, 2026 Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones. Cyprus criticises UK response to drone strikes ahead of Healey visit Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks. How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict Posted on Wednesday March 04, 2026 Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale. US Senate vote fails to rein in Trump war powers on Iran Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 The measure, passed largely along party lines, would halt US military action until approved by Congress. US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, Hegseth says Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Sri Lanka's navy says around 140 people are feared missing after a military vessel went down off its southern coast. South East Water faces £22m fine for supply failures Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to "immense stress" for customers. Mahmood to set out curbs to asylum seeker support Posted on Wednesday March 04, 2026 The home secretary will say in a speech the move is required to restore "trust" to the asylum system. Drug breakthrough for children with severe form of epilepsy Posted on Wednesday March 04, 2026 Families say the groundbreaking medicine is transforming the lives of children with Dravet syndrome. Dentists who failed to see enough NHS patients return £900m of government funding Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Sum represents £1 out of every £7 they have been given by NHS as dentists opt to chase private work. Allergy training to become compulsory in schools in England Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 The plans, due to come into force in September, follow support for Benedict's Law, a campaign to improve allergy safety in schools. Spring sunshine means parts of the UK to bask in temperatures of 19C Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Warm temperatures for many are expected on Thursday but spring is showing its fickle nature with the weather is set to change next week as Darren Bett explains. MP says she has seen nothing to suspect husband has broken law, after China spying arrests Posted on Wednesday March 04, 2026 The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK. The devastating conflict where both sides have reasons to keep fighting Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 A strong supply of weapons and a history of long wars make Sudan's conflict particularly troubling. I invested in Brewdog in my husband's memory. He would be turning in his grave Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Early investors in Brewdog are sharing their stories after the company's collapse wiped out their stakes. Dirty laundry and chocolate bars: How Venezuelan prisoners smuggled messages out of jail Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Prisoners recently released from detention in Venezuela describe the conditions under which they were held. The Papers: 'Trump's war goes global' and 'Labour ensnared by China spy probe' Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Many of the papers on Thursday have honed in on an expanding war zone in the Middle East. Messy singer Lola Young back on stage and on form after taking break to 'work on myself' Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 The star hopes to come back stronger after a spell out of the spotlight following an on-stage collapse. We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026? We were sexually abused by our driving instructor Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 Two women want tighter regulations after being sexually assaulted by their driving instructor. First UK government flight for Britons stuck in Middle East yet to take off Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026 The UK government says more than 130,000 British nationals have registered their interest in leaving the Middle East region.
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