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This is how close the Diamonds came to saving themselves from disaster Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica in front of a Hydro crowd baying for Australia's downfall.
Gold medallist makes no apologies for 'selfish' racing in Aussie podium sweep Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Jemima Montag admits to a "selfish" race as she defends her 10,000m race walk title at the Commonwealth Games, allowing teammate Lizzy McMillen to set the pace.
Famed mountaineer Nirmal Purja confirmed dead in Pakistan avalanche Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
The Netflix-famous climber died, among nine others, climbing the world's 12th highest mountain.
Garma Festival media panel hears Indigenous debate has soured since Voice Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Since Australia resoundingly rejected an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in 2023, media heavyweights say debate on Indigenous issues has taken a nosedive.
Wildfires force mass evacuations in Europe as Australia sends help Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Hundreds of thousands of people were evacuated in France this week, as fires continue to grip Europe.Â
Aussies reign supreme over Irish in AFLW international Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Australia charges to a 50-point win over Ireland in the first women's Australian rules international, as a full house is entertained by the thrills and spills at North Sydney Oval.
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv kill at least ten and injure dozens Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Ukraine downed only one of 27 Russian ballistic missiles during the attack as the country lacks interceptors for the US Patriot systems, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.Â
'We are not a monoculture and never have been,' Penny Wong tells Garma Festival Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
On the second day of Garma Festival, Foreign Minister Penny Wong emphasised the strategic importance of ties between First Nations peoples and Australia's Pacific neighbours.
Live: Aussies stun with boxing and cycling golds, athletics set for epic finale Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Australia's Emma-Sue Greentree takes boxing gold for Australia in the women's 75kg division, with a host of medals going up for grabs on the final session of the track and field program. Follow live.
Four teenagers arrested in Melbourne's west after serious retail assault Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Police say a 60-year-old retail worker is in a critical condition after a physical altercation with four teens at a shop in Sunshine.
Italy takes 'extraordinary' action after Ceuta migrant rush Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
An estimated 50,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in chaotic scenes that left dozens dead. Here's what happened and why the crisis has prompted parts of Europe to tighten its borders.
H5 bird flu testing underway for mass mortality of terns on SA island Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
South Australian authorities are investigating a mass bird mortality event after more than 80 dead and sick birds were found off the state's south-east coast.
My cousin was sucked into a fatal alternative therapy 'wormhole', says author Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Author Hannah McElhinney spent years investigating after her cousin Lauren died seeking controversial medical treatment overseas.
Canberra food and garden waste collection scheme delayed a third time Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
The rollout of a program to recycle food and garden waste into compost across Canberra, originally due to be introduced in 2023, has been delayed a third time, with the ACT government now aiming to introduce the scheme by 2030.
Dozens of greyhounds to land in Australia as NZ racing ban begins Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
Chartered flights will ferry up to 150 greyhounds to Australia as trainers pivot from a racing ban coming into effect in New Zealand.
Broncos to 'look after each other' as title defence comes to early end Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
The Brisbane Broncos will become the first reigning premier in 20 years to miss the NRL finals, after their faint hopes of playing in the playoffs ended with defeat to the Newcastle Knights on Saturday.
Hawthorn's last Launceston game of the year brings nostalgia and hope Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
With the Hawthorn Hawks' state-sponsored home games in Launceston to stop after next season, there's a mix of sadness, nostalgia and hope.
Dry July for Western Australia as stunning pictures tell story Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
July was one of the driest on record in large parts of WA but despite the lack of rain, it was an eventful month. From double rainbows, to fog and dazzling stars — here are the photos that captured it.Â
'Many messages of support': Injured cop in alleged stabbing out of hospital Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
A police officer who was injured in an alleged stabbing in Adelaide's northern suburbs this week has been discharged from hospital.
Noel Pearson calls for dismantling of state Aboriginal affairs departments Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026
The Indigenous leader speaks out as a major shake-up of the land rights system is announced at the Garma Festival, 50 years since the creation of the Aboriginal Land Rights Act.
News from the BBC World Service
Spain attacks 'selfish' response of some EU countries to Ceuta migrant crossings Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called scenes in Ceuta "shocking". Call for 'full review' as pressure grows on Infantino Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The leadership of Fifa is publicly questioned by football's governing bodies in Europe, North and Central America and the Caribbean. Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche, his company says Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The renowned mountaineer was known for scaling the world's 14 highest peaks in just over six months in 2019. William and Kate bring children to Commonwealth Games Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Spectators at Glasgow's OVO Hydro were treated to exhilarating performances during New Zealand's 61-54 win over England. Sir John Curtice: The 'Burnham bounce' is real but it's not massive Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform. Nine killed in strikes on Kyiv, as Ukraine sinks Russian container ship Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The attack comes as Moscow escalates deadly ballistic missile attacks on the Ukrainian capital. He thought a fitness supplement was safe, but it sent him into psychosis Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Daniel Murphy's mental health spiralled after he took missold drugs which had been mixed with steroids. The five dramatic days that shook Infantino and world football Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 BBC Sport's Simon Stone reflects on the unravelling of Gianni Infantino's plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions. Faisal Islam: Four reasons why the World Cup plan never stacked up Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The actual presentation of FIFA's plan to part-privatise the World Cup raises many more questions than it answers. Infantino on the brink? Who might replace him if he goes? Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Fifa president Gianni Infantino is in the eye of a storm after scrapping his attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup. If he goes, who comes in? What is Iran's Pickaxe Mountain and why does Trump say he wants to bomb it? Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 BBC Verify has spoken to experts and analysed satellite imagery to piece together what we know about the site, and the potential impact of a US strike. Decades-long search ends with discovery of new marine species Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 An ancient algae first spotted four decades ago will now join the collection of the Natural History Museum. Former workers fight for wages they say they're owed: 'It makes me sick' Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Sonia Garcia Monuz is among ex-catering firm employees who claim they are owed unpaid wages. Who is Greater Manchester's new Mayor Bev Craig? Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor, but what do we know about her? 'Our hearts are in ruins,' Savannah Guthrie says after kidnapped mother's ransom notes released Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Investigators hope the notes' "distinct linguistic characteristics" may be recognised by a member of the public. Greater Manchester mayor says Burnham's new powers will change lives Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor after winning Thursday's by-election. Current Ebola outbreak worst ever in DR Congo, WHO says Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The current strain has so far killed 1,587 people, and there is currently no approved vaccine or treatment. Soap star Shane Richie facing drink-drive charge Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 The 62-year-old was arrested at a petrol station and is due in court in September, police say. Greek police fast-tracking tests to find out how British woman found in suitcase died Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Authorities are yet unable to say whether the death of Elisabeth-Jane Ross is considered murder, but toxicology tests are being fast-tracked. Israeli West Bank settler tells BBC attacks on Palestinians are justified as revenge Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026 Settler violence against Palestinians is on the rise in the West Bank, as settlements and outposts expand.
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