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Blues confirm Hollands has been admitted to hospital after concerning scenes Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Carlton says young star Elijah Hollands has been admitted to hospital after suffering a mental health episode in Thursday night's match.
Inquest hears of mother's final moments before death in Darwin safe house Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
An inquest has heard harrowing details of the final moments of a 33-year-old mother who bled to death after harming herself inside a Darwin domestic violence shelter.
Qld minister says he never broke law amid questions on voting registration Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Queensland's Olympics Minister Tim Mander has insisted he always complied with the state's electoral rules after he enrolled to vote at the address of a staff member.
Childcare worker pleads not guilty to rape, indecent treatment Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Childcare worker Joshua James Capps has pleaded not guilty to three counts of indecent treatment of a child in his care, and one count of rape.
Teen accused of toilet block assault took 'calculated steps', court hears Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Prosecutors say the allegations against a teenage boy accused of sexually assaulting a child in a toilet block are so serious he should face trial in an adult court.
Tsunami alert issued after powerful earthquake off Japan's northern coast — as it happened Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The 7.7-magnitude earthquake off the north-east coast of Japan triggered tsunami warnings and widespread evacuation orders affecting around 170,000 people. Look back on our live coverage.
Terminally ill woman awarded $1.6 million after suing former teacher for sexual abuse Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
A Tasmanian judge has awarded a woman who is now terminally ill $1.6 million in damages after she sued her former school teacher over allegations of repeated sexual abuse in the 1980s.Â
Chinese robot beats human half-marathon world record Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The winner from a Chinese smartphone maker reportedly completed the 21-kilometre race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds.
Tsunami warning as magnitude-7.5 earthquake hits north-east Japan Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Residents have been warned of a tsunami as high as 3 metres in the Iwate prefecture and parts of Hokkaido.
Labor's warning over 'timing' of Mount Barker, Murray Bridge commitments Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The Malinauskas government made $300 million in election promises for the cities of Mount Barker and Murray Bridge, but when they will be delivered remains uncertain after the two cities did not elect Labor MPs.
Fishers make 'surprising' discovery of artificial leg on the beach Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The prosthetic leg has been handed to police after being discovered by a couple while they were fishing on a NSW Mid North Coast beach.
Father calls for accountability over 21-month-old son's death Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The father of Sandipan Dhar, who died after not receiving a blood test at Joondalup Health Campus, says there is still a lack of accountability over his son's death.
Alleged Google searches by accused cafe killer described at trial Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The Supreme Court has been told of the alleged internet searches made by a man accused of a brazen daylight cafe shooting in Melbourne's north-west.
Think you have ADHD? Here's what getting assessed looks like Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Who can diagnose ADHD, what a proper assessment should include, and the red flags to look out for.Â
Pilot killed in Robinson R22 helicopter crash in western Queensland Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating a fatal helicopter crash, south of Jericho in western Queensland.
Cage fighter threatened girlfriend after killing friend, jury hears Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
A professional cage fighter accused of murdering his best friend threatened to kill his then-pregnant girlfriend, a Sydney jury has heard.
AFL apologises after Butters appeal upheld, umpire abuse conviction quashed Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The AFL appeals board has quashed Zak Butters's conviction for abusive language against umpire Nick Foot, saying a Tribunal member listening in while driving his car for part of the original hearing constitutes a miscarriage of justice.
Fair Work Commission makes 'historic' fuel order for truck drivers Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
The Fair Work Commission orders that retailers, miners and other companies that use truck drivers and transport operators must hold twice-monthly reviews of fuel prices and adjust their rates accordingly.
Rebel Wilson accused of defaming actor with sexual harassment claim Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson is being sued in the Federal Court for defamation by one of the lead actor's in her directorial debut film, The Deb.
Former footballer Barry Cable found not guilty of sexually abusing child Posted on Monday April 20, 2026
Former Australian Rules footballer Barry Cable has been found not guilty of sexually abusing a child in Perth in the 1960s.
News from the BBC World Service
US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said. Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 British Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism. 'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya. Man kills seven of his children, and an eighth child, in Louisiana mass shooting Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Three boys and five girls, aged between three to 11, were killed in the shooting on Sunday, officials say. Travelodge 'extremely sorry' for giving stranger key to couple's room Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Woman says she was left feeling shaken and believes the chain needs to do more to improve security. The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidency Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 The BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president. Rebel Wilson's claims against actress are 'malicious concoctions', court hears Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Wilson has been accused of defaming the star of her film The Deb over an incident involving a bath in Bondi. Two arrested over Kenton synagogue attack Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 A bottle containing a type of accelerant was thrown at the synagogue in Harrow, north-west London. Watch: Trapped boy dangles from moving bus in Australia Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 The boy, who was uninjured, was dragged for 350 metres after the back doors trapped his arm and school bag. Lyse Doucet: Most Iranians don't expect this truce to last Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Tehran as tensions continue over the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February. Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC Posted on Sunday April 19, 2026 Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route. Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz? Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice? Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Mandelson vetting row shows Westminster continues to have the power to surprise, writes Chris Mason. India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters? Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts. Art on trial - a sculptor's arrest highlights new extremes for censorship in China Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Gao Zhen is being retroactively punished for 15 year-old-works, in a case that has alarmed rights groups. Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade? Amy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auction Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Mitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States. Woman, 86, convicted after getting one letter wrong on car insurance form Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 The pensioner was criminally prosecuted after she had written one wrong number plate letter. Keeping open all of King's coastal path will be a challenge, says Natural England Posted on Monday April 20, 2026 Natural England says it will be challenging to keep King Charles's coastal path fully open in parts of the south.
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