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'Irriversible damage': Aboriginal tools covered by new path Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
A new walking and cycling path has been built over what an Aboriginal organisation describes as a "significant" cultural site in northern Tasmania — and it didn't require a permit.
Lauren can play like a 'normal kid' thanks to 600,000 strangers Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Lauren Zeller has a one-in-a-million bleeding disorder, but strangers' blood donations give her a chance to play like other kids.
Beekeepers seek solutions as varroa mite destroys colonies Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
With many managed colonies under threat from the invasive varroa mite, Queensland beekeepers are trying to find ways to protect their industry.
More couples opt for micro-weddings and elopements amid cost-of-living crisis Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
For just $3,000, compared to the average wedding cost of about $38,000, Melbourne couple Averill and Lloyd Johnson pulled off their dream wedding.
'Probably think I'm mad': Broncos coach says NRL title defence is alive Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire declares the Broncos are "still well and truly alive" in the wake of their 42-point belting at the hands of South Sydney on Thursday night.
EPA lifts processing ban for recycling facility to reduce fire risk Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
A ban on metal shredding and processing is lifted for a northern Tasmanian facility following lead dust contamination.Â
What happens next for Madeleine Ogilvie's legal fee saga? Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
It's been two weeks since Madeleine Ogilvie resigned from Tasmanian cabinet, and the saga is reaching a tipping point. What could happen when parliament returns?
From training in local pool to swimming around Manhattan Island Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
While training in a small NSW country town, cold-water swimmer Peta Bradley is preparing to tackle one of the world's most demanding open-water challenges, a 45-kilometre circumnavigation of Manhattan Island.
High social media use linked to 'small' increase in depressive symptoms in teens Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
A decade-long study following almost 1,200 Melbourne school students finds a "small increased risk" of depressive symptoms for teenagers using social media at least two hours a day.
Major PFAS class action could lead to multi-billion dollar claim figure Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Hundreds of businesses and organisations are part of a major Victorian Supreme Court class action against chemical manufacturer 3M.
Air India crash plunged victims' families 'into darkness' Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
One year on from the fatal Air India crash that claimed 260 lives, families of victims are still waiting for a report into the investigation.Â
Australia cops three ducks in first two overs to lose Bangladesh series Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Australia loses a series to Bangladesh for the first time after a disastrous start with the bat in Dhaka.
'Broken promise' or not, Albanese's tax decision helps One Nation Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
There are multiple reasons why alienated voters might be generously donating to One Nation's campaign, including the prime minister's cavalier breaking of election promises that has poured kerosene on the fire under a party that can no longer be called "minor".Â
Amex ordered to compensate man whose ex accessed his data Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Australia's privacy commissioner has threatened a complainant with legal action to prevent the full disclosure of findings of a long-running investigation into American Express's information security that found widespread technology failures.
How One Nation could disrupt Australia's progressive stronghold Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
The idea that One Nation could come close to the government benches was absurd six months ago, but it is a prospect Victorian Labor MPs and insiders are increasingly discussing.Â
More or Less quiz: Celebrate the start of the World Cup with our ranking challenge Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Which team has won the most World Cup matches? Has anyone lost more than England? Take our World Cup ranking quiz to find out.
A record number of over 40s are at this World Cup. Here's why Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
A record number of players over 40 will feature at this year's World Cup. So what part does sports science play in keeping the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch longer?Â
How you and your superannuation came to be aboard SpaceX Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
If your superannuation is managed by any of Australia's big superannuation funds, chances are you're about to become a highly valued financial backer to Elon Musk.
Falling currencies, rising inflation put pressure on international students Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
When Jolie Cao chose to do her undergraduate university degree in Australia, she knew it would be expensive. But an additional financial pressure has made things "really hard".
This man bought the land stolen from his Indigenous ancestors Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026
Gunditjmara man Craig Molyneux buys back land that was stolen from his ancestors and infuses the property's old church with his Indigenous culture.Â
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News from the BBC World Service
Child-rape sentence reignites scrutiny of UK high street mini-marts Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Rapist Bawan Harwe lured underage girls back to his flat with the promise of free vapes and cash. El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures. Dozens of children put at risk after gender care failures at GP clinic, inquiry finds Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 A safety inquiry into the WellBN clinic in Brighton found 78 children were potentially harmed after being given gender medication without proper checks. 'Mum was killing me': England's Declan Rice on sunburn for his World Cup photoshoot Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The Arsenal midfielder admits he was a touch pink in pre-tournament photos as players try to adjust to scorching conditions. The rise and rise of 'Meatball' McGinn Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 John McGinn was a boy from Clydebank with a "big, round head" and bigger dreams. Scotland's World Cup opener marks a new high in a storybook career. World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, local performers and vibrant fans Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 A star-studded opening ceremony featured artists from the World Cup's official soundtrack. Find your local World Cup hero with our postcode lookup Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers. Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The defence secretary was pressing the prime minister for a larger increase in defence spending than he was offered, the BBC understands. BBC tours UFC arena at White House Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 White House reporter Bernd Debusmann gets a preview of the temporary structure that will host a UFC fight 14 June. Jilted bride who went ahead with wedding gets engaged Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Rather than cancel the £12,000 big day, Kayley Stead went ahead with it, posting videos and photos online. Three ships attacked by the US in three days: What we know Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Three tankers have been struck by the US military over the past three days, killing at least three people. 'I haven't left my house, I'm scared' says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The Mean Girls musical's run in Belfast is cancelled following disorder in the city. Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood. Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The noughties girl group are back for a reunion gig to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album. Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections. Three jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered. Asylum appeal backlog at record high, new figures show Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 While the government has cut the backlog of cases waiting for a decision, the number of appeals has risen. Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 Jess Turnbull "had so much to look forward to in her career and her life", the chief constable says. Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026 The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
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