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No evidence of a 'wage-price spiral' in Australia Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
There is no evidence of runaway wage growth emerging in Australia, says RBA board member Iain Ross
Federal government urged not to let fire ant eradication funding lapse Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
State agriculture ministers met in Canberra on Friday, where they noted fire ant eradication remained "technically feasible, cost beneficial and in the national interest".
Taylor Swift announces first new song since her wedding Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Taylor Swift announces a new song, the first since she tied the knot with NFL player Travis Kelce in what was dubbed America's royal wedding.
British backpacker left by Greyhound bus in outback roadhouse Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
A British backpacker was on a Greyhound bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide when she was left at a toilet stop in the middle of the night.
Central Victorian council votes to keep divisive public holiday Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
The City of Greater Bendigo council  has voted to keep Bendigo Cup Day as the local public holiday for another five years, despite a push from local businesses to switch to Melbourne Cup Day.Â
NT mango farmers raise alarm on cuts to working holiday visa program Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Northern Territory mango farmers have raised the alarm about the federal government's cuts to the working holiday visa program, arguing they could have a devastating impact on the industry.
Diana's brother 'sorry' for factual error amid calls to 'pulp' new book Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Charles Spencer tells 7.30 that the controversial book he wrote about his late sister's life contains one factual error, but he will not pull it from shelves, despite receiving legal threats from broadcaster Piers Morgan.
Moree crime rates falling but residents say drone use is overreach Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Crime rates are falling in Moree, but the jury is still out on whether a police drone trial has been a factor.Â
Epworth review finds 'no significant gaps' in provider's governance Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
The private healthcare provider accepts 21 recommendations made in an independent review of its clinical governance after a Four Corners investigation.
Questions remain over why 8yo not identified as at risk before suspected murder-suicide Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Queensland's education department has declined to elaborate on action taken while a coronial investigation continues into Clementine's death alongside her mother, anaesthetist Tiffany Wilkes, who allegedly took her own life.
Papua New Guinea police bust alleged human-trafficking ring Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Police say they have found dozens of people from Indonesia allegedly being held against their will in Papua New Guinea and forced to carry out online scams.
Scammers impersonate church ministers in nationwide gift card scam Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Scammers are impersonating church ministers and preying on the charity of vulnerable members of congregations in a scam spreading across the country.
High prices could change chocolate-eating habits Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
High chocolate prices may be forcing consumers to change their habits.
China watchers split on what Trump-Xi summit will deliver Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set for a highly anticipated summit in Washington. Some see the meeting as an opportunity to stabilise relations, while others caution that the carefully choreographed encounter could amount to little more than political theatre.Â
Push for cancer warning labels on alcohol sold in Australia Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Alcohol use is widespread in Australia, but a new audit suggests the harms associated with drinking are not being clearly communicated to consumers.
Community housing more likely to threaten eviction than public housing Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
New data obtained by the ABC shows social housing tenants in community housing are more likely to face eviction than those who live in public housing.
Influencer 'Clavicular' charged with rape and drugging woman for sex Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
An US influencer who shot to fame as the face of the "looksmaxxing" trend is charged with rape, providing alcohol to a person under legal drinking age and drugging someone for sexual intercourse.
Queensland yet to sign on to Thriving Kids a week from launch Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
The federal health minister has denounced the Queensland government over its refusal to sign up for Thriving Kids, a week before its first phase is set to begin.
Quest tells customers to replace passports after security breach Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Quest Apartment Hotels tells customers affected by a security breach in August to replace passports and driver's licences after personal information was exposed.
AI data centre funding surges to record $35 billion Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026
Australian data centre operators have raised a record $35 billion so far this year, according to a new staff note from the Reserve Bank of Australia.Â
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Watch: Burnham 'gets it' says Trump, as the two leaders meet for first time Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Donald Trump says he can do business with Andy Burnham at their first face-to-face meeting in New York, but criticises the "terrible" Chagos deal. Plot targeting Manchester's Jewish community disrupted, say police Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Two men were arrested in Manchester on Sunday, say counter-terror police. Tim Westwood charged with two more sexual offences Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The alleged sexual offences date back to 1991 and 2004. Earl Spencer should pull Diana book from shelves, Piers Morgan says Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Princess Diana's brother apologised to Morgan for a factual error in his memoir. Morgan said he is "pursuing legal action" against Spencer. Father admits causing death of his son in hotel fall Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The two-year-old boy fell from the window of a hotel in Cyprus in July, a Paphos court hears. Booker Prize judges reveal shortlisted novels after selection 'tussle' Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Past Booker winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart are among the nominees for this year's award. Lib Dems leave conference buoyed by Davey's message Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Concerns over Sir Ed Davey's leadership were dampened by pledges at conference and his performance. Autopsy shows Hayden Panettiere died from a drug overdose Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The death of the child star - who had fentanyl, Xanax, a muscle relaxant and antipsychotic medication in her system - was ruled an accident. US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with Denmark Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The defence deal signed at the UN General Assembly also re-affirms Denmark's sovereignty over its semi-autonomous Arctic territory. New EU industry rules would damage UK, warns Burnham Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The prime minister says he will raise his concerns when he meets the European Commission President later. 'Looksmaxxing' influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Authorities allege Braden Peters drugged a woman before assaulting her in May. He denies the charges. Student who accidentally overdosed on paracetamol learns to walk and talk again Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Riley Lubas took two over-the counter medicines without realising they both contained paracetamol. American power, AI and a walkout - key moments from Trump's UN speech Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 BBC correspondents who covered the president's address on Tuesday assess five key moments. The 'selfless decision' that saved our boy's life Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Ollie is still thriving and happy 10 years after receiving a liver transplant from 17-year-old Miriam. Can you take the 'London' out of London Fashion Week? Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 An initiative to show that LFW is "bigger than London" launched this year - but will it make a difference? Inside Scotland's wildcat HQ - 'It's like Big Brother for cats' Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The Saving Wildcats partnership is keeping an eye on the latest wildcats being bred in captivity for release into the Cairngorms. Ella Langley's Choosin' Texas becomes longest-running number one in US chart history Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The country smash racks up it 23rd week in the US charts, breaking a record set by Mariah Carey. Developing El Niño becomes strongest on record weeks before expected peak Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Scientists say the developing El Niño is now the strongest on record with weather impacts already being felt around the world. Mum and three children die in Bootle house fire Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Another person was taken to hospital following the "intense fire which spread very rapidly". Ukraine anger as EU removes Russian oligarchs from sanctions list Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman both have close ties to President Putin, and Kyiv said the move sent Moscow the wrong signals.
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