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Why the gas tax momentum is building to stop selling Australia short Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Gas giants are breathing a sigh of relief after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ruled out a 25 per cent tax on exports in next month's budget. But for how long will the federal government resist something that one leading expert says is in our "national interest"?
ICAC investigating senior SA police officer for alleged misconduct Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The state's anti-corruption agency says the officer, who cannot be named, is under investigation to determine whether they "committed a breach of discipline contrary to the SA Police Code of Conduct".Â
Woodside tells inquiry no projects 'would survive' with additional tax Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Oil and gas giant Woodside denies its business model is "weak" while arguing that paying a proposed flat tax on gas exports would kill the company's projects.
Breaking: AFL 'specifically rejects' suggestion slurs commonplace among players Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon responds after the appeals board chair suggests slurs are commonplace among the league's players.
Signal praises Apple over security fix in new iPhone update Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The encrypted messaging app says the update fixes an issue that allowed the FBI to message notification content.
Resigning mayor makes plea for 'kindness', 'respect' from councillors Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A greater Hobart mayor will resign after serving in a public role for three decades, saying 'keyboard warriors' and a 'toxic culture' from councillors prompted her decision.
Childcare worker found not guilty of child's rape Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A District Court jury has found Joshua James Capps not guilty of sexually abusing three children in his care in late 2023.
Court shown Rebel Wilson text exchange about actor's bath incident Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A Sydney court is shown a text message exchange between Hollywood star Rebel Wilson and a movie producer over a bathroom incident involving a young actor.
Michael Tilson Thomas, 12-time Grammy-winning conductor, dies aged 81 Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The celebrated conductor led the San Francisco Symphony for 25 years, and co-founded the New World Symphony.
'Horrendous scream': Camper describes moment a dingo attacked Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Kristen Bennetts says a dingo came dangerously close to her family during a night camping at Karijini National Park. Then, she heard a "horrendous scream".
Kyle Sandilands vows 'truth will raise its head' in case against ex-employer Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson have separately launched legal proceedings following the termination of their $100 million contracts.
'Stressful': Huge fuel price tag of family's 800km round-trip for state training Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Sports clubs and competitions are reporting lower participation, as players withdraw from training and competition due to high fuel and travel costs.
Australia is searching for productivity. Could reducing inequality be the answer? Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Is reducing inequality and increasing social mobility one of Australia's best paths to improving our lacklustre economic productivity performance?
Perth woman warns about pedicure safety after severe infection Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Kyla Willcox says she almost lost her toe from a potentially fatal infection after having a pedicure at a Perth nail salon.
Police dismiss claims organised crime linked to farmer's murder Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Fake images and false claims about Richard Wills's death are circulating on social media, prompting police to speak out about the investigation into the 65-year-old farmer's murder.
Horse trainer's mission to spotlight 'amazing' animal companions used in WWI Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Every year on Anzac Day, for more than two decades, Janette Wilson saddles up her Waler horse and leads the procession for the Darwin march, representing the light horsemen and their companions who served in World War I.
Gold-mining giant releases details of earthquake recovery schedule Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Underground operations at Newmont's Cadia gold mine are set to resume in five week's time, after a record earthquake that shook Central West NSW.
Sniper who killed top bikie in public execution revealed after gag on identity lifted Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The former soldier who publicly assassinated ex-Rebels bikie boss Nick Martin at Perth Motorplex in 2020 can be publicly identified for the first time, after he successfully overturned a court order suppressing his identity.
Centenarian bugler prepares to sound Last Post for 92nd time Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A Boort centenarian prepares to sound his bugle this Anzac Day at local schools and the RSL.
Dozen more possible human burial sites found at Rottnest Island church Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Authorities believe there may be a dozen more unmarked Aboriginal burial sites near where human remains were found on Western Australia's tourist haven Rottnest Island earlier this month.
News from the BBC World Service
Epstein housed victims in London flats after Met chose not to investigate him, BBC reveals Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The revelations intensify concerns about repeated police decisions not to investigate 2015 trafficking claims. Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels public discontent Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Throughout Russia, internet usage has become seriously restricted. Citizens are drawing comparison to Soviet censorship and today's digital blackouts. Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements. Assisted dying bill to run out of time as Lords hold final debate Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords. Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night. Staff at UK's largest Pride event allege bullying and misconduct under sacked CEO Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Christopher Joell-Deshields was fired from Pride in London following an investigation into his conduct. US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says. Southport dads: 'Running for our girls has made us like brothers' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe run the London Marathon together in memory of Alice and Elsie. Trump tells BBC that King's visit could 'absolutely' help repair relations with UK Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 In a phone interview with the BBC's North America editor, the president discussed next week's visit and his relationship with the UK PM. Singer D4vd had 'significant amount' of child sex abuse images when arrested, prosecutors say Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The Tiktok star's attorneys have maintained his innocence and vowed to "vigorously defend" him. Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces. Weekly quiz: What did Madonna lose at Coachella? Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape. The Papers: 'Stop sharing data with China' and 'Shoot and kill' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 A data breach at Biobank and Trump's new orders to US troops in the Middle East lead Friday's papers. 'Missing scientist' cases have stoked wild speculation. For loved ones, the theories are hurtful Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Conspiracies are running rampant online after the deaths or disappearances of at least 10 people tied to sensitive US research. First ever talks to ditch fossil fuels as UN deadlock deepens Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Some 60 countries are meeting in Colombia as frustration grows with lack of progress in tackling climate change US government watchdog to investigate Epstein files release Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 The justice department's inspector general will review the withholding and overdue release of secret files. Three men guilty of 'callous' Brighton beach rape Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 The men, who are all asylum seekers, had denied targeting the woman in the early hours of October 4. Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending soars Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023. Health data of 500,000 people offered for sale online in China after UK Biobank breach Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 The government said medical data was affected but no personally identifiable information had been made available.
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