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Matildas players join Japan criticising 'inequality' in prize money Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Fierce rivals on the field, the Matildas and Japan have joined forces to slam the Asian Football Confederation's prize money for the Women's Asian Cup.
Police decision to call off ambulance scrutinised during custodial death inquest Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
The events leading up to the death of Indigenous father Jeffrey Winmar in police custody in Melbourne's east in 2023 are being examined through a coronial inquest.
Sea Eagles smash 'putrid' Dolphins in Foran's first game as coach Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Kieran Foran gets off to a winning start on his NRL coaching debut as winless Manly Sea Eagles thrash the Dolphins in Redcliffe.Â
Police plunge into Perth's Swan River to rescue woman Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Two police officers who swam out into Perth's Swan River early on Thursday to help rescue a woman will be recommended for a bravery award.
Woman avoids jail following 'humiliation' of bestiality charges Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
The NSW woman has been convicted of being an accessory to bestiality offences involving her then-husband.
Premiership stars on song as Brisbane dominates Collingwood sans Daicos Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Brisbane sends a timely reminder of its class to the rest of the competition as it easily dispatches Collingwood on Easter Thursday, as the Pies suffer without the injured Nick Daicos.
Tributes for 'glittering, energetic' teen who died in North Queensland crash Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Mia Isabelle Ryan died after a two-car collision on March 25. At a packed funeral service in Mackay on Thursday, her parents described the 'unimaginable loss' of their daughter.Â
Angus Taylor says 'put Australia first' during national address Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Angus Taylor has issued a return serve to the prime minister's national address by urging people to "put Australia first" while accusing the government of providing a lack of clarity about the ongoing fuel crisis.
Tszyu ready to revive world title dream with Easter Sunday bout Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Tim Tszyu is promising no more slip-ups while candidly confessing to "falling apart" after relinquishing his world title in the infamous Sebastian Fundora bloodbath in Las Vegas.
One Nation wins last SA lower house seat following recount Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
The seat of Narungga was so close it required a recount, and has now been won by One Nation candidate Chantelle Thomas by a margin of 58 votes over the Liberals.
Former police officer to appeal conviction for sexual assaulting stepdaughter Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
A former NSW Police officer convicted of sexually assaulting his teenage step daughter has had his sentence suspended pending a Supreme Court appeal.
Albanese's Scott Morrison moment came this week Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
This week in Canberra, the prime minister had a message for Australians, his treasurer laid the groundwork for the upcoming federal budget and Angus Taylor's car was stolen.
Trump's speech was significant for what he did not say Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
The US president's national address was largely a cobble-together of past talking points and Truth Social posts. Perhaps the most notable takeaways relate to what went unmentioned.
Anonymous police force completes review into Alice Springs death in custody Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
NT police have received the independent use of force review into the death in custody of Kumanjayi White in Alice Springs in 2025.
Activist ship deliberately collides with trawler as 'krill wars' escalate Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
An environmental activist group’s ship has deliberately collided with a large fishing trawler in Antarctic waters. The activists say it was a "gentle nudge" but the trawler's owner says a line has been crossed.
Child abuse material, upskirting videos found on teacher's devices, court told Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
A former casual teacher at the prestigious Sydney school has been granted bail after his arrest over allegedly grooming a teenage girl last month.
Female found dead after search on Sunshine Coast mountain Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Police say emergency services were called to the Glass House Mountains following reports a hiker had heard someone calling for help.
Kerr in, but several Matildas stars not part of squad for FIFA Series Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Sam Kerr has been named, but the Matildas will be missing a number of their other big guns when they travel to Kenya for the team's maiden FIFA Series in April.
The PM said 'enjoy your Easter'. Here's what you should know first about fuel Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
Thanks to fuel supply concerns your Easter trip may not look like normal. Here's what you need to know before hitting the road.
Sandra complained about her COVID vaccine injury, she says Services Australia then threatened her Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026
For years these vaccine-injured Australians have been trying to get compensation from a 'torturous' government compensation scheme.
News from the BBC World Service
Funeral director admits preventing 30 burials and theft Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Robert Bush pleads guilty to charges relating to Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull. Trump leaves key questions unanswered as he seeks to calm nerves over war Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 There were some glaring omissions in the president's primetime address, writes the BBC's Gary O'Donoghue. 'Oh my goodness, oh my goodness': Watch BBC science editor react to launch Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Nasa's Artemis II has blasted off and is now orbiting Earth, before continuing on to circle the Moon. UK says Iran holding world economy 'hostage' with Hormuz attacks Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Yvette Cooper is chairing a virtual summit looking at ways to get energy exports moving through the shipping lane. Storm Dave set to batter UK with gales and blizzards over Easter weekend Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Damage and travel disruption are likely in the north of the UK with a Met Office named storm expected to sweep through on Saturday. Petrol and diesel prices see biggest rise on record in March Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 The cost of filling a vehicle jumped at the sharpest pace than any other month, the RAC said. King and Queen give away money in ancient Easter tradition Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 It is only the second time the Maundy service has been held in Wales in its 800-year history. BBC sacked Scott Mills after learning alleged victim in police investigation was under 16 Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 It comes as Mills released a statement saying he had "fully cooperated and responded" with the police investigation in 2018. Man dies in Athens storm as Saharan dust shrouds Crete Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete. New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said. Artemis II is in orbit - what happens next? Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 What are the mission's four astronauts doing and when will they go to the Moon? Everything you need to know about Nasa's Artemis II mission Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 The Artemis II mission is planned to last about 10 days and take its astronauts further into space than anyone has been before. 'We go for all humanity' - emotional moment as Artemis II blasts off Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 There was giddy euphoria at the Kennedy Space Center after the launch, writes the BBC's Pallab Ghosh. Watch the moment Artemis II blasts off on historic mission Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 After delays and technical issues, the first crewed Moon mission in 50 years finally took off from Florida and is now in Earth's orbit. How memories of my grandma are tainted by funeral boss's crimes Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Families of the dead tell of the agony caused by "horror show" funeral director Robert Bush. Dozens more people tell BBC of 'alarming' safety breaches at Travelodge hotels Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Dozens of people tell their stories to the BBC after a woman was attacked in her hotel bed in 2022. Wee collected at festivals could help with a project to grow a new forest Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Scientists behind a project to turn human wee into plant fertiliser hope to grow their first forest. Where responsibility lies when social media inspired mountaineers get into trouble Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Who is responsible for safety in our mountains? Carol Kirkwood: Why the time is right for me to retire - and what's next Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 The weather forecast stalwart tells BBC News she's experienced loss in her life recently, but she's looking forward to what's to come. Blind marathon runner to be guided by smart glasses Posted on Thursday April 02, 2026 Clarke Reynolds will tackle the Brighton marathon with the help of a network of virtual guides.
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