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Furious Frydenberg calls to ban 'incubators of hate' after Bondi attack Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has called for bans on radical "hate preachers," protests, stronger immigration laws and a royal commission into antisemitism in an emotional speech at the site of the Bondi terror attack.
Man charged with murder three years after woman's death in Katherine Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Police have charged a 47-year-old man with murder three years after the death of a woman who was found unconscious on a street corner in Katherine.
Man, woman charged over alleged carjacking and firearm incident Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Police arrested the pair on Tuesday, following investigations into an alleged carjacking and firearm incident on Hobart's eastern shore in October.
Ex-AFL star Marlion Pickett sentenced in 'line-ball decision' Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Dual Richmond premiership player Marlion Pickett receives a suspended prison term for possessing and dealing with proceeds of crime, in what a judge calls a "line-ball decision".
Deaths of rays and sharks blamed on algal bloom Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Dead rays and sharks found along a regional South Australia beach have been linked to the algal bloom, the government confirms.
Woman gets maximum penalty for 2022 head-on Canberra crash that killed 20yo Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Shakira Adams had no licence and methamphetamine in her system when she drove a stolen car at least 177 kilometres per hour into Matthew McLuckie's car.
Arsonist sentenced to 11 years in prison for fire that killed housemate Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
A man who pleaded guilty to arson after lighting a fire that killed his housemate has been jailed for 11 years. A Supreme Court justice said his actions were "extremely dangerous" and unsophisticated.
Former Beauty and the Geek contestant's murder case adjourned Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Police are still waiting to examine a large volume of evidence, including a a post-mortem report in the "complex" alleged murder case involving Tamika Chesser, a court has heard.
Falling tree kills farmer tackling blaze in WA's south Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
A 34-year-old farmer dies helping fight a fire in Mindarabin, in WA's Great Southern region.
NSW premier flags gun reforms and protest restrictions Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Premier Chris Minns said among the reforms to be discussed were proposed limits on the number of firearms a licensed shooter could own.
Bondi hero a 'source of pride' for small town in Syria Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
The village of Al Nayrab, in north-west Syria, is the hometown of Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed — and its residents are filled with pride.
Police officer shot in Bondi attack loses sight in one eye Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
The second police officer injured in Sunday's terrorist attack at Bondi Beach has been identified as 22-year-old Probationary Constable Jack Hibbert.
Rabbi killed in Bondi attack farewelled at Sydney funeral Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
The 'Devoted Rabbi' was the first Bondi terror attack victim farewelled during a heavily guarded funeral at a Bondi synagogue.
CSIRO receives $233m funding boost but up to 350 jobs still to go Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Just a month after announcing 350 job cuts, the CSIRO has received a funding boost, but proposed job cuts will still happen, the national science agency says.
FBI releases footage of Brown University shooting suspect Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Police say the footage shows the suspect "casing" the area around the campus before the attack.
Police presence increased at Adelaide Oval Ashes Test in wake of Bondi shooting Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
South Australian Police will be carrying rifles and exercising additional weapon and drug search powers at Adelaide Oval during the Third Ashes Test, following the Bondi terror attack on Sunday.
The best boxer in the world just retired at the peak of his powers Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Multi-division, undefeated world champion Terence Crawford has called time on his legendary boxing career and will hang up the gloves at age 38.
Bondi attack came after huge increase in online antisemitism Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Research, which is in the early stages and yet to be peer reviewed, records a significant and worrying increase in antisemitic sentiment since October 7.
Short-term spending rises despite overall budget improvement Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher hand down their first budget update since the 2025 federal election.
Police investigate two alleged sexual assaults at Gippsland B&S ball Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025
Officers are working through a list of people who bought tickets to the Bachelor and Spinster Ball at Winnindoo last month as they investigate two alleged sexual assaults, including one in a portable toilet.
News from the BBC World Service
Doctors start five-day strike as hospitals grapple with flu wave Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 British Medical Association members start 14th walkout of pay dispute in England at 07:00 on Wednesday. 'An unspeakable loss': Funeral takes place for UK-born rabbi killed in Bondi shooting Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 UK-born Rabbi Schlanger mourned as someone beloved by his community and who spread "love and joy". Erasmus scheme to return for UK students Posted on Tuesday December 16, 2025 The UK ended its participation in the scheme in 2020 after agreeing a Brexit deal with the EU. Trump orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 It comes a week after the US seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, in a move that intensified pressure on its government. 2025 has been the UK's sunniest year on record Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 Sunshine amounts across the UK in 2025 have beaten the previous record set in 2003. Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at reasons behind this record-breaking weather. Timeline: Paul Doyle's journey to causing Liverpool parade horror Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 The 54-year-old's driving grew increasingly aggressive before he drove into parade crowds. Timothée Chalamet: Susan Boyle is one of the all-time great Brits Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 The US actor is tipped for an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of table tennis star Marty Mauser. Learner drivers face 24-week wait as backlog continues for two more years Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 The National Audit Office said there was a backlog of 1.1 million tests since the Covid-19 pandemic. Essay cheating at universities an 'open secret' Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 An essay mill owner says he's made millions, while an ex-lecturer says he quit due to rife cheating. Rob and Michele Reiner's son Nick charged with murder in parents' deaths Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 Rob Reiner, the Hollywood director, and his wife Michele were both found dead with stab wounds on Sunday. Weight-loss jab ad banned for targeting new mums Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 It's one of three social media adverts banned for irresponsibly exploiting body insecurites. BBC outside Rabbi Schlanger's funeral as mourners pay tribute Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 His death was described as an "unspeakable loss" in a service held at the Chabad of Bondi. Who are the Bondi shooting victims? Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 Authorities say two rabbis, a Holocaust survivor and a 10-year-old girl were among the victims. New footage reveals how people tried to stop Bondi Beach shooting Posted on Tuesday December 16, 2025 Eleven minutes of video captures the moment Australia's iconic beach turns into a scene of horror. Jewish Australians on why Bondi is a 'sanctuary' for them Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 The BBC spoke to Jewish people at Bondi Beach about why the suburb is significant to their community. The two sides of Liverpool parade attacker Paul Doyle Posted on Tuesday December 16, 2025 For 32 years Paul Doyle lived a blameless life, but in his past were signs of a violent temper. US military build-up in Caribbean has shadows of the past - but differences are stark Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 BBC correspondent Will Grant surveys the similarities and differences between current US-Venezuela tensions and the 1989 invasion of Panama. BBC declares it will fight Donald Trump's defamation claim - but should it? Posted on Tuesday December 16, 2025 As the US president follows through on his threat to sue the BBC, what are the options for the corporation? Curry for Christmas - and other ways to avoid child meltdowns Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 Four ways to keep the magic without the meltdowns and create stress-free festive fun for children. The Papers: 'UK to rejoin Erasmus' and 'BBC comes out fighting' Posted on Wednesday December 17, 2025 The UK set to rejoin the EU student exchange programme and the BBC's response to Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit feature in Wednesday's papers.
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