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Collingwood staffer quits after alcohol-fuelled training camp incident Posted on Thursday December 11, 2025
A Collingwood employee hands in his resignation following an incident on an interstate trip that required an investigation by the club.
Regulator acts against super fund HESTA after 'severe, prolonged disruption' Posted on Thursday December 11, 2025
APRA says the fallout of HESTA's planned outage led to a "severe, prolonged disruption" that caused direct harm to some of its 1.1 million members, in a damning assessment of the fund.
SA courts close amid escalating dispute over prison staff pay Posted on Thursday December 11, 2025
Strike action involving prison officers has again escalated, forcing the closure of SA's major courts and causing disruptions to case hearings, which will now be rescheduled.
'Inappropriate relationship' with staffer sees $5.5m-a-year coach sacked Posted on Thursday December 11, 2025
Sherrone Moore's rollercoaster tenure with Michigan comes to an end midway through its second season as the college shows zero tolerance for his actions.
Walter Sofronoff loses appeal against corruption finding Posted on Thursday December 11, 2025
The man who led the inquiry into the criminal prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann loses his appeal to have serious corruption findings against him overturned.
Hegseth praises Australia for 'stepping up' as Marles insists AUKUS is on track Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
The defence minister insists the AUKUS program is on track to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines in the next decade — despite the delays plaguing shipbuilding programs in both the US and the UK.
Nicole Kidman to co-chair Met Gala with Beyoncé and Venus Williams Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
The museum also announced a gala host committee, chaired by designer Anthony Vaccarello and filmmaker Zoë Kravitz.
Greg Lynn's murder conviction for death of High Country camper quashed Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn has had his conviction for the murder of retiree Carol Clay overturned by Victoria's Court of Appeal.
Phillip Island's MotoGP contract expires next year and locals are campaigning to keep on track Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
The MotoGP has been held on Victoria's Phillip Island for almost 30 years, but the community fears it could be lost when its contract expires next year.
'The gays are here': How WNBA stars are revolutionising sports media Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
The WNBA's 'StudBudz' are using live streaming to build a brand and community, while providing lessons in marketing women's sports.Â
Man attempts to abduct child outside Hobart Domain playground Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
A man wearing a medical mask, sunglasses and bandages attempted to usher a primary school child into his van near a Hobart playground, police say.
Firefighters hoping to let Stieglitz residents in soon, as blaze contained Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
Firefighters are hoping to reopen the road to residents of a bushfire-struck community on Tasmania's east coast today, as the fire between Dianas Basin and Stieglitz is brought under control.
Family of missing man Tallis Ahfat tell inquest they will 'never be the same' Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
The inquest into a man missing in Queensland's north-west for the past three years has heard CCTV footage at a drug dealer's home from the night of the disappearance had been erased.
Iran and Egypt fume over 'unreasonable and illogical' World Cup pride match Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
Iran and Egypt's group stage clash at next year's FIFA World Cup in Seattle is set to be a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, and both federations are not happy.
Greg Lynn's murder conviction set aside, new trial ordered — as it happened Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
Greg Lynn has had his conviction for the murder of Carol Clay set aside by Victoria's Court of Appeal.
Fire fears as flares deployed in backyard during extreme conditions Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
A woman in WA's Midwest says she found a lit flare in her backyard in the early hours of the morning during extreme bushfire conditions. Â
72yo woman dies in house fire in Adelaide's north Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
Firefighters called to a large blaze at a house in Adelaide's north find the body of a 72-year-old woman inside.
What happens when WA's housing crisis collides with its DV crisis Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
The WA government is talking up its efforts to stamp out domestic and family violence, but there is one fundamental roadblock to alleviating the situation for women in crisis, and that is the state's housing crisis.
Live: PM says he 'completely' understands controversy around travel expenses Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese again defends the communication minister's use of travel entitlements but says he understands why it is controversial. Follow live.
Rent rise pushes pensioner to make caravan her permanent home Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025
A cut-throat rental market and skyrocketing house values in regional Queensland are driving elderly people, along with families, into alternate forms of accommodation.
News from the BBC World Service
British paratrooper killed in Ukraine 'lived life of courage' Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Lance Corporal George Hooley is remembered by colleagues as a "born soldier" after the Ministry of Defence said the 28-year-old died in a "tragic accident". Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Iceland joins Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands in saying it will boycott the 2026 contest. Author Sophie Kinsella remembered as a 'wonderful, warm woman' Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. Ex-Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and Iceland boss Richard Walker among new peers Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Downing Street announced 34 new peers to "correct" an imbalance against Labour in the House of Lords. Race across the world has shown us we can get through anything together Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The four teams making their way to the final checkpoint tell us how the experience has changed their relationships and them. US could ask UK tourists for five-year social media history before entry Posted on Thursday December 11, 2025 The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, who can fill out a form in lieu of a visa. Fed lowers interest rates but future cuts uncertain Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The US central bank lowered interest rates for the third time this year, but the outlook for further cuts remains murky. Last minute offer may avert strike by resident doctors Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay. Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband can't be called chocolate any more Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Nestle has used more vegetable oil in it recipes, meaning the treats no longer qualify as chocolate under UK law GCHQ Christmas card code-cracking challenge - see the questions and answers Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Try your hand at the quiz set by the UK's intelligence agency. How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'. Spat at, attacked and threatened by schoolkids - life as a bus driver in Britain Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport. Sarkozy releases prison diaries about his 20 days behind bars Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The former French president was jailed for taking part in an election campaign funding conspiracy. Kate Winslet says her family never watch The Holiday Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The Oscar-winning star says watching herself on screen is "an excruciating experience." Italian cooking awarded Unesco cultural heritage status Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 An Egyptian snack, Icelandic pool culture, Cuban music and Albanian lahuta music also get recognition. Intensive work continuing on Ukraine plan, European leaders say after Trump call Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Ukraine is at a "critical moment", the leaders of Britain, France and Germany say after a joint call with Donald Trump. Madeleine McCann's father tells BBC how his family was hounded by press Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media. Nobel Peace Prize winner's daughter accepts award on her behalf Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Venezuelan opposition leader MarÃa Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, is reportedly on her way to Oslo. Tidy! Dave's Coaches from Gavin and Stacey up for sale Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 Priced at £200,000, the red 33-seater is a "once-in-a-lifetime collectible" for fans of the show. High Street food chain Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.
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