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Victorian premier repays bill after forgetting to pay at petrol station Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Ben Carroll says he was running errands on Monday night when he forgot to pay for fuel at a Melbourne petrol station.
Maryborough man charged with murder after body discovered on walking trail Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A member of the public had discovered a 41-year-old man's body along Slaughterhouse Road in Maryborough West on October 7.
How Antonelli can become F1's younest world champion this weekend Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli can secure his maiden Formula 1 drivers' championship with victory at the United States Grand Prix.
Woman pleads guilty to arson at mental health unit Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A woman who set a fire in a mental health ward in a north-west Tasmanian public hospital has pleaded guilty to arson.
Tech giant shares plunge 40pc after delays to Melbourne data centre Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Community opposition to one of Victoria's largest data centres has seen the value of shares in NextDC plummet.
Hail damages crops in a matter of minutes ahead of bumper harvest Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
After battling years of drought, farmers in South Australia have been in good spirits as above-average rainfall has fallen this year. However, a flash of heavy rain and hail has left some properties counting their losses.
Threats up fourfold before Helen Haines attack Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The attack on Helen Haines is the most serious violence against an Australian politician since the killing of an MP in the 1990s, but it did not occur in isolation.
Witness tells jury of 'awful' drive with accused double killer Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A former friend of Beau Lamarre-Condon has told a Supreme Court jury about their trip to a farm south of Sydney following the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
Review of system that failed Kumanjayi Little Baby falls short, advocates say Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The authors of the report that found extensive failings in the NT child protection system say recommendations should be acted on within six months, but some Indigenous advocates say their views have been ignored.
Labor tension as Tasmanian MP calls for party 'that can win' Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Tasmanian Labor leader Josh Willie has been forced to downplay questions fuelled by Shane Broad's recent social media posts calling for a "party that can win".
'Happy, bubbly' young woman celebrated after death from rare condition Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
In her 24 years of life, Tori Punch made a huge impact on the people around her as she battled the extremely rare genetic condition Proteus syndrome.
Australians run 80 hours or more in 'crazy' race with no finish line Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Just two of Australia's 15 competitors remain in the gruelling Backyard Ultra World Team Championships at Kembla Grange.
RBA deputy warns inflation outlook 'materially worse' as next decision looms Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
As markets put the chance of a rate hike in November at 42 per cent, Reserve Bank deputy governor Andrew Hauser warns of a "central banker's nightmare".
Chinese student deported from Taiwan after controversial 'pinching' video Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A Chinese exchange student has been deported from Taiwan after posting a controversial video in which he used an illusion to make it look like he was pinching the Taiwanese president.
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Actor Christina Applegate, known for hits such as Anchorman and Married With Children, says she is back at square one with the debilitating symptoms she suffers.
PNG Chiefs unveil new logo ahead of 2028 NRL entry Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The PNG Chiefs logo brings together elements representative of the country ahead of its NRL debut in 2028.
Snooker player in tears, hugged by presenter, after emotional and raw interview Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Former world number one snooker player Mark Allen has given an emotional and tearful interview, which involved a hug from the presenter and the admission that he may give up the game.
Black beats brown as marketing changes the makeup of Australian cattle herd Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Herefords were once the most popular cattle breed in the country, but black breeds like Angus are taking over due to picky export markets and McDonald's menus.
Lawyer tells court Brendan Nugent has rare neurological condition Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The 43-year-old charged with three offences over the alleged attack on independent MP for Indi Helen Haines has appeared in Wangaratta Magistrates' Court.
One in four people with severe depression may have a dysregulated body clock Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A new study suggests one in four people with severe, recurrent or persistent depression have a proposed subset called "circadian depression", where people often report waking up very tired and being a "night owl".
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Two men re-arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran intelligence after RAF Fairford incident Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing said they consider Iranian state involvement "highly likely". Zelensky says US intelligence sharing 'works now' after talks with Trump envoy in Oslo Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 Ukraine had accused the US of withholding key intelligence - a claim rejected as "scandalous" by Washington. UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The long-awaited decision about the controversial North Sea field is expected on Wednesday morning. Tory MP questions government advisor's position after wife's Palestine Action post Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 A Downing Street spokeswoman told the BBC: "These views are held by an individual who does not represent the government in any capacity." King praises Strait of Hormuz peace efforts at glittering banquet Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 The Sultan of Oman, leader of a Middle Eastern strategic partner, is welcomed to Windsor for a state visit. Elon Musk says Tesla-SpaceX merger being considered Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Musk says special committees within both companies have been formed to look at a possible mega-merger. France is divided over who to blame for and what to learn from weekend riots Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history. Government failings allowed Covid 'to spread like wildfire' in care homes, inquiry finds Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The sixth report from Covid inquiry criticises the lack of PPE and the way patients were discharged from hospital. Schools should recognise antisemitism as distinct form of harm, review says Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The government is expected to accept all 27 recommendations made in the review by ex-Ofsted boss, Sir David Bell. Woman says she 'couldn't speak or breathe' during alleged rape by Russell Brand Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault. Tighter rules planned to protect people from cosmetic surgery that goes badly wrong Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 There will be restrictions on who can carry out procedures and fines for those who flout the law, in England in 2027. 60 years on: The Aberfan disaster through the eyes of those who survived Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 It is 60 years since one of Wales' darkest days, when a mining community changed forever. Ali G is back. But is the character past its sell-by date? Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Borat and Bruno creator Sacha Baron Cohen returns as Ali G, more than two decades after the release of Ali G Indahouse. I left state secrets on the train - I'm proof you can recover from the biggest mistake of your life Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Top civil servant Richard Jackson recounts that fateful day and how he recovered in the aftermath. Trump and Zelensky appear at loggerheads despite Oslo optimism Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The Ukrainian leader's hug with Steve Witkoff in the Norwegian capital is unlikely to dispel misgivings about US policy towards his country, writes Paul Adams. The Papers: 'Burnham faces climate revolt' and 'Harry wants to fix feud' Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Several papers lead on remarks from the Duke of Sussex yesterday, where he said he hoped to reconcile with his family. Watch: Why does Prince Harry want to 'work it out' with his father and brother? Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 Noor Nanji breaks down Prince Harry's interview with GQ Magazine, after he said he wants to "reconcile" with his family. No 'protective ring' and visiting rules too strict - key points from Covid report on care homes Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 From the shocking lack of PPE to restrictions on visitors - the key points from the sixth Covid inquiry report. Sign up now Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox. Harry says he wants to 'reconcile' with his family Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 Prince Harry says he wants reconciliation with his family, in an interview with a magazine in New York last month.
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