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Track Cyclone Narelle live as it approaches WA Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Track the path of Tropical Cyclone Narelle as it heads towards the WA coast.
Fund honours speech pathologist killed saving kids from runaway truck Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Less than two years after a well-loved speech pathologist died during a selfless act, her legacy continues to support students in the bush.
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WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas 'not fearful' of One Nation's rise Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Basil Zempilas is "not fearful" of the soaring rise of Pauline Hanson's One Nation in the west, but acknowledges his WA Liberals will need to decide whether to direct preference votes to the controversial party or distance themselves.
Could Cyclone Narelle come as far south as Perth? Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Tropical Cyclone Narelle is now barrelling towards Western Australia. Could this unusual cyclone make it all the way to Perth, and how does climate change affect it?
Former England captains question findings of Ashes review Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Former England captains and current player Jonny Bairstow question the findings of an internal review into a disastrous Ashes campaign, which saw the team's leaders maintain their positions.
Breaking: Governments announce $2b bailout for Australia's largest aluminium smelter Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Rio Tinto, the federal and state governments, have struck a landmark partnership to secure a long-term future for Australia's largest aluminium smelter in central Queensland.
Cacti confiscated from home garden over fears of another 'prickly pear' disaster Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
An opal miner's garden plants have been destroyed after it was identified as a prohibited plant, potentially as invasive as one of Australia's most notorious plants.
Woman dies after being struck by truck on remote outback highway Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
A woman dies after being hit by a truck on the Barkly Highway in North West Queensland.
'The day has come': Liverpool great announces he is leaving EPL giant Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Mo Salah announces he is leaving Liverpool after almost a decade of starring for the EPL giants.
Live: Australian share market to rise ahead of CPI data release Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Australian shares are set to rise as the market opens, after a volatile session on Wall Street where investors swayed between fears of rising oil prices and hopes for a resolution to the Iran war. Follow the latest updates in our live blog.
Two more arrested over grandfather's alleged kidnapping murder Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Two more people have been arrested in relation to the alleged mistaken identity kidnapping and murder of Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian.
Why SA farmers are turning from the Liberal Party towards One Nation Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Rural SA electorates that were once safe Liberal seats are now marginal, thanks to voters swinging towards One Nation.
Football Australia explains why Matildas' next games are against low-ranked teams Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
After the highs of their run to the Asian Cup final, in just over two weeks the Matildas travel to Kenya to face teams ranked outside the top 100.
Three people killed, two injured in crash involving car and truck Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
The sedan driver had life-threatening injuries and a fourth passenger was seriously injured.Â
Alleged bank robber arrested after 30 years on the run Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
A man wanted by police over two bank robberies in NSW almost 30 years ago has been arrested and charged.
Live: Labor says it is 'way too soon' to talk about fuel rationing Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
The government says it is "too soon" to be talking about fuel rationing as the war in the Middle East disrupts supply. Follow live.Â
Location of Brisbane's new 63,000-seat stadium unveiled Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
New artist impressions showing the interior of the 63,000-seat arena have also been released.Â
Mural honouring victims of gender violence vandalised for third time Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
A group of "very young kids" is suspected of being behind the defacement of a mural in the NSW Central West that honours 166 victims of gender violence.Â
In Australia's most food insecure suburbs, lines for aid are doubling Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Most areas across Australia are dealing with food insecurity as food relief services say demand is growing. It comes as experts warn the price of groceries are likely to increase due to the war in the Middle East.
Russia fires nearly 400 drones at Ukraine, with UNESCO site damaged Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026
Three were killed and 30 wounded in a rare daytime attack, including on the city of Lviv, while four have been killed in an overnight bombardment.
News from the BBC World Service
Lyse Doucet: Small window open for US-Iran talks, but swift end to war still unlikely Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 President Trump says the US is already dealing with a "top person" in Iran, but Tehran denies that any talks have begun. Reeves plans energy bill help for those 'who need it most' Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 The US-Israel war with Iran is having an impact on costs domestically, with oil and gas prices soaring. Premier League great Salah will leave lifetime of memories Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool as an all-time great and iconic Premier League figure, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. Russia launches 948 drones at Ukraine in largest attack over 24-hour period Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Cities across Ukraine were hit, with local officials reporting at least eight people killed and dozens injured. Transgender girls told to leave Girlguiding groups by September Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 It follows an announcement in December that transgender members would be banned from joining. 'Truly magical woman': Tributes to Married at First Sight's Mel Schilling Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 The TV dating coach is remembered as "a radiant, shining light" following her death at the age of 54. Villagers 'proud' after overturning council's crackdown on second homes Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Second homes and how to deal with growing numbers is a hot topic in parts of Wales. Pilots killed in LaGuardia plane crash named Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Investigators released details from the final three minutes of cockpit and tower communications, which showed controllers cleared both the plane and a fire truck to cross the runway. Reform UK's leader in Scotland denies homophobia after apologising for joke Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Reform UK's Scottish leader has been criticised for remarks he made during a 2018 Burns Night speech. Bridgerton puts female romance at heart of season five Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Francesca and Michaela will be the first same-sex couple to be in the show's central relationship. Low-deposit mortgage deals hit as rates continue to soar Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 More than 200 first-time buyer deals have disappeared from the market, with more upheaval expected. Prospect of US-Iran talks puts Netanyahu under pressure Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 US President Donald Trump has pointed to diplomatic talks to end the offensive - but Israel might not yet be ready to walk away. What Iranians make of the possibility of talks to end the war Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 But I can change it:
Some Iranians dismiss the possibility of talks to end the war, others worry a deal may leave the current leaders in place. Everyday life in Asia is being upended by Iran war fuel crisis Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Asia relies heavily on oil and gas from the Gulf, and shortages and higher prices are starting to bite. Israel says it will take control of large buffer zone in southern Lebanon Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Thousands of displaced Lebanese residents will not be allowed to return home until northern Israel is safe, Israel's defence minister says. Iran war shows norms of international conflicts have been overturned Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 US threats against energy infrastructure, and Iran's retaliation on its Gulf neighbours, signal a clear change. What happened in the seconds before Air Canada plane crashed at LaGuardia Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 BBC Verify breaks down the moments before the deadly collision with a fire truck at the New York airport. Bafta TV Award nominations revealed as Adolescence leads field Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Adolescence has the most nominations overall with 11, followed by A Thousand Blows with seven. How Scotland reached the World Cup - told by those who made it happen Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Tom English speaks to those who returned Scotland to the men's World Cup finals for the first time since 1998 about the epic win over Denmark. What are heat pumps and how much do they cost? Posted on Tuesday March 24, 2026 The government wants more homes to have heat pumps to cut fossil fuel use and drive down energy bills.
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