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Scaffolding at Sydney building site falls onto cars month after wall collapse Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
No-one was injured when a large section of scaffolding fell onto vehicles on Wattle Street in Ultimo, just weeks after a wall collapsed injuring two men.
Freo finds joy in AFLW win, Pies finally off the mark Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Fremantle's AFLW side restores some joy to the Dockers' weekend with victory over Adelaide, while Collingwood claims its first win of the season over GWS.
Dynasties and destinies swing on Cleary's horror ankle injury Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Penrith and Newcastle were going hammer and tongs when Nathan Cleary's horror ankle injury turned the NRL preliminary final on its head.
Manhunt for gunmen who killed 27 in two shootings in South Africa Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
South African police launch a manhunt after gunmen kill at least 27 people in two mass shootings in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
UK police declare major incident at air base used by US Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences, UK police say, after a security scare at a British air base used by the US Air Force in south-west England since the start of the Iranian war.
Live: Wallabies leading world champion Springboks after pulsating first-half Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Wallabies coach Les Kiss is presented with his toughest challenge yet, as his troops take on the top-ranked men's team in world rugby, the Springboks. Follow live.
Wallaroos 'got some work to do' despite snapping losing streak Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Ending a run of six straight defeats was not enough to leave the Wallaroos satisfied with their 30-10 win over Scotland in Edinburgh this morning.
Pressure grows to import experimental sea lion vaccine as bird flu campaign launches Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The Federal Government has launched a national education campaign on the H5 bird flu to provide "practical advice" to Australians on what to do if they come across sick or dead birds.
One-year-old dies in car crash in central Queensland Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
A one-year-old girl has died and another infant and a woman have sustained injuries after a single vehicle car crash in central Queensland.
Broncos into fifth NRLW grand final after toppling Titans Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Brisbane will get the chance to send retiring club legend Ali Brigginshaw out a winner in the grand final after it overpowered Gold Coast 20-8 at Robina.
Double the height, 160 times the voltage. The latest ugly side effect of the AI revolution Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Electricity distributor Jemena has been replacing 7-metre wooden power poles with 15-metre industrial poles rated to carry up to 66,000 volts, but there's been one consistent complaint among the residents where this is happening.
ACT's top cop backs controversial laws in battle against bikies Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The ACT's chief police officer has no doubt about the damage outlaw bikie gangs are causing in Canberra — while raw numbers in the region do not match those in Sydney and Melbourne, there has been a notable increase in the last few years.
'Open your eyes': Why China's sixth Antarctic base is raising concerns Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Some observers believe China's increasing presence in Antarctica is a geopolitical motive, while others say military fears are exaggerated.
Why strangulation has become part of the sexual 'playbook' Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Young Australians say strangulation has become so normalised in sexual culture it is no longer considered a kink but simply part of the sexual "playbook".
Earthquake rumbles up East Gippsland valley shaking homes Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
A magnitude-3.9 earthquake in Victoria's High Country is the most powerful recorded in the area in more than a decade.
Firefighters 'shook up' after planned burn destroys fire tanker Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
A fire truck was destroyed and a smoke-affected firefighter was taken to hospital after the planned burn unexpectedly intensified in Sydney's south-west.
Woman who accused Jay-Z of rape recants allegation Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The woman filed a document as part of defamation proceedings, saying there was "no truth to any of my claims" about the billionaire rapper.
Twelve-man Newcastle through to grand final after Cleary's horrific leg break Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The Newcastle Knights are through to their first NRL grand final since 2001, defeating the Penrith Panthers 22-14 after Nathan Cleary suffered a catastrophic leg injury in the first half.
Brisbane's Story Bridge to close over new year for maintenance Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge is set to close for three weeks over the new year for maintenance. The repairs include resurfacing the southern approach and parts of the northern approach, as well as structural deck maintenance and waterproofing.
Retiree travelling 18,000km around Australia on electric motorcycle Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Ed Darmanin has spent the past three months riding an electric motorcycle around Australia, carefully calculating every kilometre between charging points.
News from the BBC World Service
'Broken social care will in the end break the NHS,' says Burnham Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Andy Burnham said the proposed care service would be laid out in detail and put on the ballot at the next general election. Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation. Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence. Celebrity Traitors 2 cast: Who are this year's 'big dogs' and dark horses? Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity. Killer Christa Pike is to be executed within days - but her defence say she's a victim too Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Lawyers for Pike, who killed a fellow student in 1995, say she should get clemency and would not be sentenced to death if the crime happened today. Before BTS and Blackpink, there was Big Bang: Now the Kings of K-pop are back Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Big Bang played London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marking a long-awaited return for the group that helped build the blueprint for modern K-pop. Why families are being urged to look closer on autumn walks Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Experts urge families to spot, photograph and enjoy autumn fungi on their doorstep. Young people in China are fangirling over a professor who gets their anxiety Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 China's economy and tech have developed at breakneck speed, but there is plenty worrying its Gen Z. Faisal Islam: The two big decisions the chancellor must make Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 He must consider the longevity of Iran war economic pressures and how to sustain modest optimism, writes the BBC's Faisal Islam. Iranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The foreign minister says Tehran is waiting for an official rejection of a deal, despite the US President's comments. Powerful storm brings flooding to north-east US as states declare emergency Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Tens of millions of people from Maine to Virginia are in the path of the powerful storm. Thousands without water and roads closed after burst pipe Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Southern Water says it is investigating the burst pipe which happened on Sunday morning. Four killed in helicopter crash near Montreal Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The victims of the crash have not yet been identified, Quebec provincial police told the BBC. Child's hidden letter found after 44 years Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Michelle Harwood had not been born when the letter was written and did not expect to find the writer. Dog rescued from cliff ledge at landmark waterfall Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Eight-year-old Labrador Penny was stranded on a narrow ledge in Ingleton, rescue services say. Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students. Bake Off star says 'going sober' has been 'glorious' Posted on Monday September 21, 2026 Briony May Williams has been sober since 2023 after deciding to make "big changes" in her life. Hummingbird hawk moths and ivy bees: The insects thriving as temperatures rise Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 Hummingbird hawk moths - often mistaken for small birds - are being spotted in the West Midlands. Why some charity donations do more harm than good Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 From mouldy books to dirty boots, charities are spending large sums on binning unsellable items. BBC News app Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025 Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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