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Cyber security audit exposes gaps in government systems in Queensland Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
The report found increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber attacks could expose government entities that had weak cyber security.
23yo fronts court over alleged abduction and murder of Chris Baghsarian Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
The man who police have alleged to be a "major player" in the mistaken identity kidnapping and murder of a Sydney grandfather has fronted court for the first time.
Ryswyk says reaction to coming out has been 'overwhelming' Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Former Brisbane Lions player Leigh Ryswyk says the support he received after becoming the first AFL player to come out as gay has "blown me away".Â
Live: ASX slightly down as Iran rejects truce talks Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
The ASX 200 is trading slightly down as Iran's foreign minister says the country will not negotiate with the US on a ceasefire plan. Brent crude remains above $US102 a barrel. Follow live
Teenager found not guilty of murder in trial over fatal Logan stabbing Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
The jury deliberated for 12 hours over three days before finding the teenager not guilty of murder and manslaughter.
Australian bishop appointed by pope to senior Vatican role Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Anthony Randazzo, the bishop of Broken Bay, which since 2019 covers Sydney's northern regions and the central coast, receives the personal title of archbishop and is named as Prefect of the Dicastery for Legislative Texts.
Live: Australia, Germany to sign status of forces agreement Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Australia and Germany will sign a status of forces agreement and enter a pact for space cooperation. Follow live.Â
TGA releases proposed reforms to Australian sunscreen regulation Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
The proposals include a number of changes to SPF testing requirements, oversight of the labs that do SPF testing, and the way SPF is labelled — reforms that would overhaul the sunscreen industry.Â
'Here I am': Sarah Mullally enthroned as first female Archbishop of Canterbury Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Dame Sarah Mullally is enthroned as the Church of England's first female Archbishop of Canterbury, taking the helm as the spiritual leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide in a historic ceremony blending tradition with global symbolism.
Here's who you should see at comedy festivals across Australia Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Comedy season is in full swing, with festivals across the country hosting the best acts from Australia and the world. We asked our favourites to share their recommendations.
Controversial Melbourne nightclub Love Machine destroyed by fire Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Victoria Police are investigating a suspicious fire that tore through a controversial Melbourne nightclub.
Sheffield Shield final day-one live scores, Victoria vs South Australia Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026
Victoria and South Australia meet in the final of the Sheffield Shield at Melbourne's Junction Oval.
How her medical degree gives Sophie Edwards balance and focus on the bike Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
Sophie Edwards somehow manages to balance completing a medical degree with bike racing at the top level on both the road and the track. And it seems she's getting better than ever.
PM calls second emergency national cabinet meeting over fuel crisis Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
States and territory leaders will convene next week to further coordinate the national response to the fuel crisis as the fallout from the Iran war continues to escalate.
Brisbane capitalises on 'less sexy' business events to the tune of millions Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
Brisbane is punching above its weight as it attract more major business and scientific conferences that inject hundreds of millions of dollars into the city's economy each year, industry figures say.
Hard time for renters as landlords squeeze tight market Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
Australian renters continue to have a hard time finding a home, despite vacancy rates slowly improving from post COVID pandemic lows, a report finds.
Review calls for overhaul of WA's 'strictest' guardianship secrecy laws Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
People living under a guardianship arrangement in WA can't publicly speak up, but a review says this has to change.Â
Bay the 'greatest risk and biggest asset' for beachside residents in Victoria Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
For residents of Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula like Vicki, who is facing the impacts of climate change-induced erosion and inundation, the water near their doors is both their biggest asset and greatest risk.
Injury-hit Crows urged to 'have a real crack' at ending Geelong hoodoo Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
Matthew Nicks is imploring injury-hit Adelaide to "have a real crack" at ending the Crows' long-standing hoodoo in Geelong.
NFL confirms historic MCG game to be played on AFL semifinal weekend Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026
The first-ever regular-season NFL game played in Australia has had its date confirmed, with the Melbourne Cricket Ground to host the historic match in the middle of the AFL finals series.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear. Meta and YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 A woman has been awarded $6m in a verdict that could have implications for hundreds of other cases in the US. British forces preparing to board Russian shadow fleet ships in UK waters Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 The move will "starve Putin's war machine", Starmer says as he arrives in Finland for a military summit.
Calls for urgent inquiry into high street child abuse claims Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 Political leaders call for an urgent investigation into alleged child sexual exploitation after a BBC report. Peers defy government by pushing for UK social media ban for under-16s Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 The government is consulting on whether the UK should follow Australia by introducing a ban. Harry Potter TV show trailer: Everything we know so far Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 The HBO reboot, which is due in 2027, is a spin-off from the original books and the film franchise. Trump confirms May meeting with Xi Jinping as Iran war forces postponement Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 Trump's delayed meeting with Xi Jinping will be the first visit to China by a US president since 2017. Parents should monitor children '24/7' on Roblox, says developer Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 Roblox said safety was a top priority and it had advanced safeguards in place to keep users safe. Rocket stocks soar on report Musk's SpaceX to file for share sale Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 Reports it plans the biggest listing ever sent the shares of firms in its orbit soaring in US trade on Wednesday. Camilla's love of books explored in BBC documentary Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 Queen Camilla is to appear in a BBC documentary about the life-changing power of books. Dogs became man's best friend far earlier than thought, scientists find Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 A jawbone found in a Somerset cave rewrites the story of when and how dogs became our best friends. Iranians mark their New Year with anger, fear, and defiance Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 Cleaning her home for the festival, one Iranian told us: "Perhaps this dark night will finally give way to dawn." Who wants what and why from US-Iran peace talks? Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 There is indirect contact and channels between the two sides - but a deal may still be a long way off. CO2 plant in UK to reopen in war contingency plan Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 The government will invest £100m to restart the Teesside site producing carbon dioxide, a key part of food and drink manufacturing. Iran's foreign minister says there are no negotiations with US Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 Trump says he is talking to "the right people" in Iran, but Tehran says no such negotiations are being held. Oil price falls as Trump talks up peace negotiations Posted on Wednesday March 25, 2026 Crude rose back above $100 a barrel as the US and Iran clashed over bringing the conflict to an end. Rap legend Slick Rick on Mobo honour and shaping hip-hop: 'We took novels to the next level' Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 The British-born rapper looks back as he's awarded a lifetime achievement prize at the Mobo Awards. I re-visited one of England's most spectacular hikes after a £5.5m upgrade Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 The long-distance Coast to Coast route which stretches across the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors is now an official National Trail. Octopus boss: We've seen a 50% rise in solar panel sales since start of Iran war Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 The UK giant is optimistic but chief executive Greg Jackson tells the BBC he is making contingency plans. 'Managing my finances with ADHD felt overwhelming' Posted on Thursday March 26, 2026 ADHD affects the brain's frontal lobe and can impact organisation and focus, a specialist says.
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