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Australia's first car was a rust bucket, but it was our rust bucket Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
The first fully Australian-made car rolled off the Holden production line in Melbourne on this day in 1948. The man who dreamt it up wasn't there to see it unveiled.
The power dynamic between Labor and mining has shifted Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
There has been a shift in the power dynamic between Labor and the mining industry. This week's environmental law reform is its embodiment.
Europe doesn't find the prospect of Russian aggression as funny as Putin does Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Something has now been unleashed in Europe which is going to be hard to put back in the bottle.
'Where is Imran Khan?': Son of former Pakistani PM calls for proof of life Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
The family and political allies of Pakistan's former prime minister say they've not been allowed to visit him in prison for weeks but authorities say he is well.
Zelenskyy's chief of staff quits after anti-corruption agents raid home Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
It come as Kyiv battles to persuade US officials to defend Ukraine's interests in peace agreement talks with Russia expected to take place in the coming days.Â
Eight arrested as Hong Kong fire death toll climbs to 128 Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
The arrests come as the probe into what caused the deadly blaze that killed at least 128 people continues.
ICC rejects plea to release Philippine ex-president Rodrigo Duterte Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
The judge says it is "necessary" for the 80-year-old to remain in detention as the conditions proposed by his lawyers do not meet the conditions for parole.
Claims youth detainees in the NT being moved without families' knowledge Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Two politicians allege NT children in youth detention are being moved from Alice Springs to Darwin without their families' knowledge.
Melbourne Airport terminal evacuated, flights delayed after fire Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
The Qantas terminal is re-opening after being evacuated because of a small fire inside Melbourne Airport.
Iron ore royalties set to drop by billions but confidence remains Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Western Australia has long prospered off its hefty irone ore mining royalties, but new figures reveal that revenue may drop by billions.
Banksia Hill juvenile justice centre alternative opens in WA's north Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
An on-country youth diversion facility has been built in the state's far north, offering a culturally grounded alternative to traditional youth justice programs.
Kostecki wins Adelaide sprint race as Mostert closes in on Supercars title Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Brodie Kostecki prevails in wet and wild conditions to win the opening Supercars grand final race, as Chaz Mostert closes in on the championship lead.
Rare goanna missing again from Canberra reserve Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
One of a handful of Rosenberg’s goannas living in the ACT’s hill reserves has once again wandered off, prompting calls from a local conservation organisation for help bringing him back.
Seven towers burned — but the real fear in Hong Kong is how many could be next Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Hong Kong's worst fire in decades exposed long-standing weaknesses in its aging residential blocks. The question haunting the city is whether the disaster could happen again.
Cooney-Cross nets another long range stunner as Matildas humble New Zealand Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
A spectacular long range effort from Kyra Cooney-Cross has helped the Matildas to a dominant 5-0 win over New Zealand in Australia's penultimate game before hosting the Asian Cup in March.
Perth hacker jailed for fake Qantas Wi-Fi scam and theft of intimate images Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
A Perth hacker who copied intimate images and sex videos from women's personal online accounts and set up fake Wi-Fi on Qantas flights is sentenced to more than seven years in prison.
No charges for boy who allegedly stabbed 8yo at Melbourne school Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Police say a boy who allegedly stabbed a child at a Berwick primary school will not face charges as he is under the age of criminal responsibility.
'Zero tolerance': Stores lose lotto licences in bid to disrupt illegal tobacco trade Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Seven stores across Perth found to be selling illegal tobacco and vapes have their lotteries licences terminated, as attempts to disrupt the illicit and growing trade continues.Â
AFLW have-nots receive league boost on grand final eve Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Three of the AFLW's worst-performing clubs will receive boosts to their lists, with the help announced the day before the grand final.
When I leave my garden in summer, this is what I do so it survives Posted on Friday November 28, 2025
Leaving my garden in the heat of summer can feel worrying but some simple planning means it misses me less than I miss it. Â Â Â
News from the BBC World Service
Zelensky's top adviser resigns after Ukrainian anti-corruption raid on his home Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Andriy Yermak, 54, has been the Ukrainian president's chief of staff throughout Russia's full-scale war. Prostate cancer screening should not be offered to most UK men, say experts Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 It recommends that only men with a confirmed genetic risk of prostate cancer should be screened for the disease. France to intercept small boats in Channel after pressure from UK Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 The change in policy comes after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer wrote to President Emmanuel Macron. No 10 denies Reeves misled public in run-up to Budget Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 The Conservatives say she was overly gloomy about the public finances as a "smokescreen" to raise tax. Romanian teens accused of rape attempt that sparked riots in NI have charges dropped Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 The boys, aged 14 and 15, have been in custody since the alleged assault on 7 June which led to race riots across NI. Eight more arrested over fire in Hong Kong that killed at least 128 people Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Authorities say 89 bodies are unidentified and 79 people remain injured after Wednesday's blaze. State pensioners with no other income will not pay tax Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 The chancellor says those who only receive the state pension won't have to pay income tax before 2030. Homes of residents in dispute with holiday park company catch fire on same day Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Residents had appeared in a BBC Panorama programme and were in dispute with a holiday park company. Lightning detected on Mars for the first time, scientists say Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Researchers heard electric crackles on 28 hours of recordings made over two Martian years. Parents threatened and blamed by authorities as 1,000 adopted children returned to care Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Families seeking help for their children’s complex needs describe threats of police action against them. UK submits 2035 World Cup bid and lists new Old Trafford stadium as venue Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Manchester United's proposed new Old Trafford stadium is one of 22 venues named in the UK's bid to host the 2035 Women's World Cup. Treasure hunt golden hare sold for £82k at auction Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 People from around the world tried to solve riddles to find the hare through the early 1980s. We met on TV's Blind Date - we're still married after 34 years Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast. Black Friday: Buy loo roll and keep the receipt to get a good deal Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting value for money. At 15 my best friend promised she'd have my baby. Now I'm a mum Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Georgia and Daisy's childhood closeness later become the foundation for a life-changing act of generosity. 'This was preventable': Anger and unanswered questions after Hong Kong fire Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Questions are mounting as to how the deadly fire spread so rapidly - and who should be held responsible. What we know about shooting of National Guard in Washington DC Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Sarah Beckstrom, 20, has died, while Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains in a critical condition. Awards season is approaching: 25 Oscar-tipped films, and how to watch them Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up. Weekly quiz: What age did scientists say your brain reaches adulthood? Posted on Thursday November 27, 2025 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner reveals plan for prize money Posted on Friday November 28, 2025 Four finalists were put through their paces one last time during series seven's grand finale.
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