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Carnarvon shire council will receive commissioner after mass resignations Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
WA's local government minister will appoint a commissioner to Carnarvon Shire following mass council resignations.
Residents of WA town 'exhausted' as they deal with mice plague Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
A severe mouse plague in the West Australian farming town of Morawa overwhelms homes, businesses and farms, prompting urgent calls for government assistance amid growing health concerns and rising economic losses.
'Fear for their life': New SA powers to ban abusive customers from stores Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Aggressive and violent customers could be barred from supermarket chains and shopping centres under sweeping South Australian laws that have come into effect this week.
British PM Keir Starmer braces for ballot box backlash Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
They might be local elections, but the results of thousands of votes being held on Thursday around Britain are likely to have major ramifications for the national government.
Melbourne man was high on synthetic drug when he murdered friend Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
A man who was high on an illegal, synthetic drug when he murdered his friend has been jailed, with a judge describing the case as "most unusual".
Victorian Coalition vows to pause transmission projects if it wins state election Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The Victorian opposition has revealed its renewable energy plan ahead of the state election, vowing to pause major transmission projects and establish urban solar parks.
Trio sentenced after forcing space engineers to dig dog's grave in an 'ambush' Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Three bush camp residents have been spared further jail time after forcing five space base engineers to bury a dog believed to have been killed by a hire car in remote Australia.
Police investigating after woman's 'unexplained' death at Henley Beach Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Police were called to the Esplanade at Henley Beach about 6:20am after the body of a woman was found at the beachside suburb.
Experts warn increasing self-reliance comes at a cost Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
With the war in the Middle East focusing attention on fuel reserves and Australia's self-reliance, experts warn there is no quick, or cheap, fix to reducing dependence on global supply chains.
Leaders call for child protection reviews ahead of Kumanjayi Little Baby vigils Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
As memorials for Kumanjayi Little Baby are held across the country, leaders call for a review of the child protection system to ensure the safety of young people is prioritised.
Homeless people's belongings can be seized under new Vic council laws Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The Port Phillip council will enable authorities to impound the belongings of a person experiencing homelessness if they display anti-social behaviour.
Modi's state election win shows how things have changed in India Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
India's Narendra Modi has won a crucial state, shoring up his party, decimating the opposition, and almost establishing the ruling Bhartiya Janata Party as a pan-Indian presence.
New gas field in waters near Twelve Apostles given green light Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The gas field off the south-west coast of Victoria could provide up to 4 per cent of the east coast's energy supplies.
Bushfires now burn at a 'whole different level'. It means rethinking volunteers Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Bushfires are occurring at a new level of ferocity across Australia. It could leave our volunteers overpowered.
After 17 years, Jason Taumalolo is still forging new legends Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
As he prepares to become the most capped player in North Queensland history, Cowboys veteran Jason Taumalolo has come back from the brink to forge one last legend in his glittering career.Â
Former Test cricketer was drinking wine before breath test, lawyer says Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Former Australian Test cricketer David Warner will accept responsibility for a "reckless", "foolish" and "wrong" decision that resulted in a mid-range drink driving charge, his lawyer says.
Judge releases note purportedly penned in jail by Jeffrey Epstein Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
A note Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate claims he found after the convicted sex offender's first suspected attempt to take his own life in a New York jail has been made public.
NSW hospital patient 'paralysed with fear' after threatening video Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
A Jewish NSW Health worker and patient who says she experienced antisemitism in the workplace tells the royal commission she considered cancelling her knee surgery after becoming "paralysed" with fear in the wake of two nurses making threats against Israeli patients.
Federation Square to host World Cup events after premier's intervention Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Screenings of the FIFA World Cup will go ahead at Federation Square later this year after the Victorian premier overturned an unpopular decision to not host fans at the precinct.
Major data breach sees student details compromised Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Education institutions around the country are scrambling to respond to a global data breach that's affected Australian universities, TAFE and state schools in Queensland.
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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship leaves Cape Verde after three evacuated Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 A British man is among three evacuees sent to the Netherlands after displaying symptoms while aboard the MV Hondius. What is hantavirus and how does it spread? Key questions after outbreak Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The Andes strain of the virus, which can rarely be passed from person to person, has been confirmed in some passengers. Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 Israel says it targeted a senior Hezbollah figure in the capital, the first strike of its kind since mid-April. Can CCTV really stop children being abused in nurseries? Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 With reports of abuse and deaths fuelling concern among parents, questions are growing over whether CCTV can offer real protection for children - or not. Iran considering US proposal as Trump says war will be 'over quickly' Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Mediator Pakistan says it is "endeavouring to convert this ceasefire into a permanent end to this war". German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice. Up to 150 former WHSmith high street stores to close Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 The stores were purchased by Modella Capital last year, and then rebranded under the name TGJones. From ego-ridden team to complete package - why PSG pose ultimate test Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Luis Enrique's expertise at rebuilding a culture as well as a team means Arsenal will confront the complete package when they meet holders PSG in the Champions League final. Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 New research suggests glacier melt driven by climate change is increasing the risk of giant waves. 'We had people come just to see it': Amazon delivers its first UK parcels by drone Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The unmanned aircraft can drop off 100 parcels a day within a 12km radius of Amazon's hub. Millions across England, Scotland and Wales to vote in key elections Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The polls on Thursday will be the biggest test of public opinion since the general election in 2024. Key bridge linking North Korea and Russia almost finished, satellite images show Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The road crossing is the latest sign of the deepening relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow. Trump's hopes for an Iran peace deal come with caveats Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 There are signs of fresh momentum to end the war, but Trump himself has injected a note of caution. Watch: Passengers told virus-hit ship 'not infectious' after first death Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 YouTuber Ruhi Çenet was on board the ship, and filmed the announcement made on 12 April. In 'Musk v Altman', this judge will make the final call Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The feud has fuelled a costly showdown between two tech titans. 'Enjoy the show. Ignore the war': Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 Protests have taken place at the prestigious arts fair over the inclusion of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Trump pauses Hormuz ships plan 50 hours after he announced it - what happened? Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 The US president pauses the military operation to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz two days after he announced it. People urged not to cancel flights over fuel shortage fears Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 Airlines have cut 13,000 flights globally in May as jet fuel prices soar due to the conflict in the Middle East. Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Filming is scheduled for autumn later this year and will likely adapt the second book in JK Rowling's series, The Chamber of Secrets. Bonnie Tyler recovering after being taken to hospital for surgery Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer is being treated in Faro, Portugal, where she has a home.
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