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PM 'very worried' about Iran war escalation Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he is "very worried" about fresh US strikes on Iran and has highlighted the difficulties for global markets responding to US President Donald Trump's repeated peace deal announcements.
Mining set to restart at one of the NT's biggest gold reserves Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
After being dormant for nearly 30 years, the Mount Todd gold mine near Katherine is gearing up to restart production. While there are calls for local Aboriginal people to have the "first crack" at mining jobs, the operator is planning to engage a largely FIFO workforce.
FIFA prioritising profit over fans at World Cup, ex-official says Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
A former FIFA official says the upcoming World Cup has been tainted by corporate greed as two US states investigate ticket pricing and practices.Â
Hayley's husband escalated control during her pregnancy. Her story is not uncommon Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Pregnancy is a time of greater autonomy and self-awareness for women. Because domestic violence is about power and control, a pregnancy can challenge that for a person who is using abuse.
Court rejects appeal to increase sentence of killer driver Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal to increase the jail term of Christopher Dillon Joannidis, who killed five people in a horrific 2023 crash in Northern Victoria.
Judge throws out appeals over homophobic tweet judgement Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
A Federal Court judge has dismissed an appeal against a judgement which ordered New South Wales MP Mark Latham to pay $140,000 to independent MP Alex Greenwich over a homophobic tweet in 2023.Â
Socceroos are a long way from home but have a special Oakland connection Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Socceroos captain Mat Ryan is a long way from home, but he has found an unexpected connection in Oakland.
Two people killed as trucks, car collide south of Nowra Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
The Princes Highway remains closed in both directions as police investigate the cause of the crash.
'It's an unprecedented matter': Bondi gunman hit with 19 more charges Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Akram is facing charges of murder and committing a terrorist act over the attack at Bondi Beach on 14 December.
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Somali referee returns home after being denied entry to US for World Cup Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Omar Artan thanks FIFA for its support after he is barred from entering the United States, ending his dream of refereeing at his first World Cup.
Further $105m federal-state bailout announced for Nyrstar smelters Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
The federal, Tasmanian and South Australian governments have contributed to a new funding package for Nyrstar's Hobart and Port Pirie smelters, including money for feasibility studies into modernising and expanding their operations.
'It's gone': ACT government says it will abolish stamp duty for first home buyers Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Today's ACT budget will deliver measures to make the territory the first Australian jurisdiction to remove stamp duty for all first home buyers, the government says.
41yo charged with murder over Wollongong stabbing Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Police have charged a man and say they expect more arrests in relation to the stabbing of Brandon Yates, who was found fatally injured in an apartment in Wollongong in 2025.
Musk's xAI hit with class action over power plant's 'inescapable' noise Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
US residents say a plant powering data centres has caused them emotional distress and reduced the value of their properties.
Cam McEvoy says his 50m freestyle world record is just the beginning Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
When Cameron McEvoy broke the long-standing 50m freestyle world record in March, he was at great pains to note that he believes he can go even faster. The Australian Swimming Trials offers the first chance to do so.
Emergency clean-up ordered at Queensland waste business Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Drums and containers of chemical and hazardous materials have been leaking at an abandoned central Queensland premises, flowing into stormwater drains.
ASX flat as US launches strikes on Iran, Australian EV sales continue to surge — as it happened Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026
Supermarket giant Woolworths will begin consulting with segments of its 10,000 corporate workers today, with plans to offshore hundreds of roles to Asia. The Australian share market has begun its day relatively flat.
Croquet player attempts to break world record at 101 Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Gippsland's May Beveridge still plays croquet every week. The 101-year-old may soon be crowned the world's oldest female competitive player.
Kyrgios wins Stuttgart opener after five-month tour absence Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Nick Kyrgios makes a successful return to the court, claiming only his second singles victory since 2022.
Live: Trump threatens new US strikes, saying Iran's 'taken too long' to make deal Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026
Donald Trump has threatened to strike Iran's power plants and bridges, saying they 'have to pay the price' for taking too long to negotiate. Follow live.
News from the BBC World Service
'I'll never get over watching my home burn': Belfast residents reel after night of unrest Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 A night of disorder in Belfast saw people forced to flee their homes, in protests that followed a knife attack in the north of the city. Three arrested over Glasgow unrest and racist assaults after Belfast knife attack Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Police Scotland said members of the public were attacked "because of the colour of their skin" on Tuesday evening. Trump and Iran trade new threats after strikes exchanged Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 The US president warns Iran "will have to pay the price" for taking too long to agree a deal, after Tehran vows retaliation to any attacks. Stokes out of England squad, Root named captain Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Ben Stokes will miss England’s second Test against New Zealand at The Oval following an incident in a London nightclub, with Joe Root stepping up as interim captain. Lacey Turner confirmed as first Strictly contestant Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 The actress is best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders, the BBC One soap she joined in 2004. Two migrants jailed under new small boats law Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 A Sudanese national and Afghan national were jailed for piloting small boats across the Channel. Ukraine says missiles hit military plant deep inside Russia Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Ukraine's military also says it has struck a Russian oil refinery and a "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the Black Sea. Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Who will win, who might spring a surprise and how will England and Scotland do? BBC pundits predict what will happen at the 2026 World Cup. BBC cancels Doctor Who Christmas special and Russell T Davies announces exit Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 The BBC said the decision was made "after careful consideration" and had "not been taken lightly". Is another heatwave on the way? Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Temperatures are expected to rise by the end of the week where we could see another heatwave developing, Simon King explains What the data does and doesn't tell us about asylum seekers in Northern Ireland Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Belfast police say a refugee charged with the attempted murder of a man on Monday initially entered the country from the Republic of Ireland. Watch: Residents flee as cars and houses burn Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Police and firefighters help families leave their homes amid disorder following a knife attack. How to watch the key World Cup matches - and keep your job Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day. With no team in World Cup, China fans rally around a red card-happy referee Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Ma Ning, known for his stern style, has sparked viral memes and attracted major brand sponsorships. 'My son and daughter play for England, I still pinch myself' Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Nigel James says "I still pinch myself" that two of his children represent England's football teams. Cymru connections: Who can Wales fans back? Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 It's the return of a conundrum that Welsh football fans had to deal with for 64 years before 2022: Who to support at the World Cup? Twenty new players to look out for Posted on Tuesday June 09, 2026 BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars. 'People didn't believe I was sleeping rough': The UK's hidden homeless women Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Two thirds of the women counted in a charity-led census would not have been recorded using the government method. What we know about Belfast attack and disorder Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 Houses across the city have been set on fire following a knife attack earlier this week. Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein Posted on Wednesday June 10, 2026 The Microsoft co-founder has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of his former associate's illegal activity.
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