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WA premier confronted by South Hedland community members Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
WA's premier was heckled in his first visit to South Hedland since announcing a coronial inquest into the deaths of three local children.
Fire breaks out at Hitler's mountain retreat, suspect arrested Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Around 200 firefighters were deployed to tackle the blaze at the Eagle's Nest, in Bavaria, which Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler used as a retreat to host foreign dignitaries in its mountaintop teahouse.
Daughters joyful to 'breathe same air' as Donna Nelson returns to Perth Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
The family of Donna Nelson, who was jailed in Japan for drug smuggling after being duped in a love scam, say they are ecstatic to have her back in Western Australia.
Jillaroos hammer England 78-0 but superstar's World Cup ends in hospital Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Australia's women's team continues a second round of lopsided scores as they thump England 78-0 at the Women's Rugby League World Cup, losing centre Julia Robinson in the process.
How a data centre united Australia's gaming community Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
After years of playing on distant worlds, Australian gamers of the popular Japanese role-playing game Final Fantasy XIV discovered a new home. Now that community has welcomed the game developers Down Under.
Two large earthquakes off coast of Vanuatu prompt tsunami warning Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
A tsunami warning has been issued after two large earthquakes struck off the coast of Vanuatu.
Years of conflict splits voters in former Netanyahu stronghold Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Israelis are headed to an election that will have a profound impact on the country after years of conflict and social upheaval. But can Benjamin Netanyahu survive?
Tasmanian football club coach charged with rape Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
A former Tasmania football club coach has been charged with three counts of rape, and the club's president has resigned.
Former Port Adelaide AFL player Daniel Stewart dies at 37 Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Port Adelaide AFL club will pay tribute to former Power forward Daniel Stewart at the first home game of 2027 after his sudden death at the age of 37.
Elon Musk has a lot to lose at US midterms as pollsters tip blue wave Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
As the US midterm elections approach, the trillionaire SpaceX and Tesla boss is making an expensive foray back into politicking.
Amanda Stoker to replace Amanda Camm as child safety and DV minister Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Child Safety Minister Amanda Camm announced she would be standing down this week because of health challenges.
Cattle prices hit 'a new gear' as rain tumbles down Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Price records were broken in the cattle market this week as widespread rain fell across Queensland and northern New South Wales.
Number of injured rises to 76 after deadly earthquake in Tibet Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Rescuers are searching for survivors after a magnitude-7 earthquake left 16 people dead in China's Tibet.
Can you stir-fry without gas? Fremantle pop-up serves up the answer Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
An advocacy group for electric home conversion sets up a free noodle bar in Fremantle to prove that giving up gas does not mean giving up your wok.
Dog owner to face harsher penalties after man attacked in Brisbane park Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
A 37-year-old man was left with serious injuries after he was attacked by two dogs in Chermside in Brisbane's north.
Pauline Hanson's right-hand man weighs up Capricornia run Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
With One Nation support surging, national director James Ashby is considering entering the race for a seat that could become a major political battleground.
Rediscovering civility, respect and the art of disagreeing well Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
The attack on federal MP Helen Haines has Australians contemplating the state of our public and political discourse. Experts explain how to respectfully disagree with someone.
Former AFLW coach says likely player exodus to go 'well beyond Collingwood' Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Former AFLW player and coach Lauren Arnell has criticised the standard of Collingwood, while emphasising the responsibility of coaches to "put on a show" to grow the game.
Assault on patron was homophobic attack, film festival says Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
The Adelaide Film Festival says one of its patrons was hospitalised after a violent homophobic attack in the city's CBD last weekend.
WA Greens senator to miss parliament amid allegations Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026
Jordon Steele-John says he will not attend parliament next week, as he releases a copy of a letter detailing allegations of misconduct against him.
News from the BBC World Service
Police confirm letter received in 2019 with claims about Meghan's father Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 The Met said it passed information to the duchess but did not share it with other law enforcement agencies. Plan for Northern Olympics to get £7m in Healey's Budget Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 The full feasibility study will look in detail at how hosting the Games in northern England could work. Between quick wins and big dreams lies Burnham's biggest test Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 The prime minister might be dreaming of gold medals in 2040, but he must first navigate the difficult years in between, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Mum dies after trying to rescue sons swept away at sea in Bahamas Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 The children were subsequently rescued from the water, police say. Infantino tells BBC Sport he is backed by 'vast majority' of world football Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Fifa president Gianni Infantino laughs off questions about whether he considered resigning over the World Cup sell-off debacle. Strictly's new presenters - after mixed reviews have they found their feet? Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe have split opinion but are getting into the groove, critics say. Are California voters about to impose 'world's first' tax on billionaires? Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Voters are about to decide if the mega-rich among them should hand over billions of dollars to pay for improvements to healthcare. Before you crank up the thermostat, try these tips to keep you and your home warmer for longer Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Make draught excluders from socks, leave your oven door open after cooking and opt for lots of thin layers of clothing to stay warm. The artist dropping her debut album after a billion streams Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Irish DJ Jazzy came up on the Dublin club scene and has worked with industry heavyweights like Calvin Harris. Ruins of Limoges city hall a symbol of France divided by national protests Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Younger Limoges residents see the destruction of their town hall as unfortunate collateral damage in a wider movement. For others, the fire was an unacceptable tragedy. Ukraine says Starlink connection 'now stable' after network limits Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 The slowed Starlink connections had affected the Ukraine's military and drone operations for a week. The convicted £33m tax fraudster evading justice and living it up in Dubai Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Arif Patel "should not be beyond the reach of the justice system," says the PM’s anti-corruption champion. Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany's recovery will take 'weeks' after collapse Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Vincent Kompany remains stable in hospital as doctors run tests following his collapse on Friday, says Bayern Munich director Max Eberl. Arrest made after fire at Hitler's mountaintop Eagle's Nest retreat Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Around 200 emergency personnel are deployed to fight the blaze at the Nazi dictator's Alpine residence in Germany. Watch: The rise of AI election ads in US midterms campaign Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 BBC Verify has tracked dozens of AI ads to assess how they are being used by campaigns in the midterms. How Brazil's changing working class is reshaping the presidential race Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Calls for change present a challenge to President Lula in the second round of the election on Sunday. How does the UK state pension compare with other countries? Posted on Saturday October 24, 2026 Do British pensioners have it better or worse than those in other countries? 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. The grads ditching the UK for a fresh start abroad Posted on Thursday October 22, 2026 With graduate jobs hard to come by, more young adults are reported to be considering emigrating. When to switch your clocks back as British Summer Time comes to an end Posted on Monday October 19, 2026 British Summer Time will soon comes to an end as the clocks go back an hour to Greenwich Mean Time.
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