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Eight-bed outback hospital costs $67m, three times original budget Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
WA's Health Minister Meredith Hammat has defended the cost of a new eight-bed outback hospital, which has reached practical completion at a cost of more than $8 million per bed.
Thousands make arrow sign for Jai as Amy Shark leads grand final tribute Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Tens of thousands of fans have united by making the arrow gesture during a moving pre-grand final lap by the NRL's Jai Arrow and former Wallaby Nathan Charles, who were both diagnosed with motor neuron disease this year.
Thousands of motorcyclists join pothole rally outside Victorian parliament Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Chants of "fix the roads" could be heard alongside the roar of motorbikes outside state parliament as more than 3,000 attendees joined the rally.
Brigginshaw's NRLW legend remains eternal Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Ali Brigginshaw's decorated rugby league career ended with a heavy defeat but there can be no doubt about the impact the Broncos playmaker has had on the game.
NRLW quick hits: Roosters complete 101-year first as Aiken stars Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
The 2026 Sydney Roosters NRLW side has cemented its legacy with a crushing grand final win over the Brisbane Broncos. Here are the quick hits from the NRLW grand final.
Kangaroos thrash Swans as Demons, Eagles claim crucial wins Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
The Swans lose star ruck Ally Morphett to a knee injury in their humiliating 55-point defeat to the Kangaroos, while the Demons and Eagles enjoy their respective victories.
Shock wake-up for residents as WWII shell detonated on beach Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
A dog walker and his friend chanced across the ordnance while going for a midnight stroll on Wurtulla Beach.
Cornell president vows 'serious look' at fraternities in wake of gang rape allegations Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Cornell's president says the alleged gang rape of a student at a fraternity house in 2024 will weigh on the university for years to come.
Shark warning for NSW river after whale carcass removed Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
A marine biologist says sharks are likely to be attracted to a New South Wales sandbar where a dead whale was left for more than a day.
Tornado leaves 'devastating' trail of damage in Ulladulla Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Locals say it was "amazing" no-one was injured in Saturday's storm, which felled trees and street signs, tore off roofs, and left two homes uninhabitable.
Tragedy will drive Knights to bring home NRL trophy, fans say Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Thousands of Knights supporters descend on Stadium Australia as they eagerly await their team's battle against the Sydney Roosters for NRL grand final glory.
'Debris field' found in search for missing medical flight from Bermuda Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Air traffic audio indicates the aircraft may have been "coming in blind" amid a storm.
Ukraine to target Russian refineries as Zelenskyy responds to air strikes Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
Faced with a new Moscow policy designed to force people to abandon Kyiv and other cities, the Ukrainian president says he will double down on attacking Russian oil reserves.
How non-monogamy and mental health shaped Rowena Wise's songwriting Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
A changed perspective on the rules of love, mental health and estrangement makes the Melbourne-based singer-songwriter's new album especially gripping.
SA government says prior parklands works set precedent for MotoGP circuit Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
The city O-Bahn tunnel and new Women's and Children's Hospital have set precedents for major work in the Adelaide parklands, the state government has argued in a MotoGP circuit assessment.
Live: Roosters eyeing grand final glory as DCE slots late field goal Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
The Roosters' dominance in the NRL grand final eventually tells as they take a decisive lead over the Knights in the second half. Follow live.
Regional audiences to lose Network 10, as licensee warns of TV's future Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
After a three-month reprieve, WIN confirms Network 10 will go from Mount Gambier, the Riverland and Griffith.
Man who allegedly crashed into Newcastle Knights fans refused bail Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
The Sydney teenager who was allegedly behind the wheel of a car that crashed into and injured 10 Newcastle Knights fans has been refused bail.
Treasurer downplays chance of cost-of-living relief amid surging debt Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
It seems unlikely households will get cost-of-living relief this year after Treasurer Jim Chalmers revealed the government is looking to "tighten" the budget as borrowing costs boom.
AFP confirms investigation of flydubai co-pilot's Australian links Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026
An Australian counterterrorism team is investigating Australian links to a flydubai pilot who allegedly attacked a colleague in the cockpit.
News from the BBC World Service
Badenoch unveils plan to end £100,000 childcare 'cliff edge' ahead of Tory conference Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 The Conservative leader tells the BBC the earnings threshold for government support stops people "working harder". Burnham scraps controversial plans to curb jury trials Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 The key policy idea announced by David Lammy when he was justice secretary will no longer go ahead. Australia investigating Flydubai co-pilot's links to country Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 State police and the country's security agency are looking into the co-pilot, who attempted to take control of a Flydubai plane travelling to Israel. Kyiv bridge hit in further Russian drone attack as German chancellor makes surprise visit Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 Unverified video shows a drone hitting the Northern Bridge as vehicles move across it, creating a large fireball. Cornell president says university 'must do better' after frat house rape allegations Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 Michael Kotlikoff described the allegations of a woman who says she was drugged and gang raped as "deeply disturbing". Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest' Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026 Jude Bellingham's international future was being called into question a year ago, but now he is regarded as potentially one of England's "greatest of all time". The Celebrity Traitors connections that might surprise you Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 Lots of the stars have worked together, some are good friends - and that can impact the show's dynamics. Gentle parenting, helicopter or snowplough – is there really a best way to be a parent? Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 Many parents feel overwhelmed by the amount of parenting information available What to know about Brazil's election pitting Lula against Flávio Bolsonaro Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 Polls suggest the election will be a closely run contest between the left-wing incumbent and his right-wing rival. Why Canada is preparing for a (long shot) US invasion Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the military is running scenarios in the unlikely case the US invades Canada. 'Anger in the streets': Tens of thousands protest in Spain over housing crisis Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 More than 50 protests took place on Saturday after the government failed to get emergency legislation through parliament. Autumn chill to arrive this week as temperatures set to drop Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 After highs of 28C in the final week of September, cooler air will arrive this week with temperatures falling closer to the seasonal norm. Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike's failed execution Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026 Pike's lawyers said the failure "goes far beyond any one person". Pike is in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections. Rare tornado whips through small Australian town Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026 The twister was caught on camera in Ulladulla, New South Wales, damaging property and downing trees. 'Mum sent them £140,000': How to spot the signs a loved one is being scammed Posted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 Helen discovered her mum was in the grip of a romance scam - here's how she found out and broke her free. Boy, 9, who lost leg as a baby tells Catherine of endurance challenge Posted on Tuesday September 29, 2026 Albie-Junior Thomas' foot was removed but has since scaled the UK's highest mountains. Woman pregnant years after life-saving transplant Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Keeleigh John says her pregnancy would not be possible without her childhood organ donor. House up for auction for £17k - but it doesn't have a roof Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 It's been home to north Wales' strongest man Dewi Arfon near Yr Wyddfa, also known as Snowdon. BBC News app Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025 Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests A Make Or Break Week For Zack Polanski? Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026 The BBC’s daily news podcast with episodes Monday to Sunday at 5pm.
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