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Divers who faced jail for cultural fishing lead sea urchin recovery Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
After decades of fighting for their traditional fishing rights, Aboriginal custodians are now fighting to save their sea country from ecological collapse.Â
Sam Kerr bids emotional Chelsea farewell with record-equalling goal Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Sam Kerr ties the record for the most Women's Super League goals for Chelsea as she plays her final match with the London club after more than six years.
China quietly turns off supply of world's most used industrial chemical Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Amid disruption from the Iran war, China has banned exports of sulphuric acid, a crucial component used to treat drinking water, refine petroleum and make batteries, clothing and phosphate fertilisers.
Push to make rental properties ready for portable power future Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
A standard power plug for charging your home from an EV is among the measures proposed to improve energy standards for rental properties.
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Disabled Australians on love, lust and the right to intimacy Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
It's a stormy February night in Adelaide, and Jacqueline Tedmanson is at the hospital with her partner Jackson, waiting to meet their first baby.
'You're malnourished; you are overtrained': Olympic gymnast's warning Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Alexandra Kiroi-Bogatyreva trained up to 10 hours a day, six days a week, often without the proper nutrition. She wants others to know what that can do to the body.
Why some Australian homebuyers are turning to Islamic financing Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
When Wildan decided to buy a property he didn't even consider a conventional loan. Instead, he opted for a niche option that caters to a growing segment of Australia's population.
Aspiration has changed since the Howard era. This budget is finally catching up Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
At the turn of the century, "aspiration" described Australians who wanted to put their kids into private school and university, and to build their wealth by getting an investment property or two. Today, it means something humbler; millions of younger Australians simply aspire to own a home one day, to have some shelter.
Trump is painting DC's reflecting pool. Here's why people are angry Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Donald Trump has chosen a new colour for Washington DC's Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Here are three reasons why it's proving to be controversial.
As a child Rob was burnt. As an adult, he’s fighting fire with fire Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Every time farmer and volunteer firefighter Rob Armstrong gets a call to battle a bushfire, something inside says not to do it. But he goes anyway. He knows what it’s like to be trapped in the flames and rescued by volunteers.Â
Will drastic NDIS overhaul repeat the mistakes of the past? Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
The states are once again on the hook for disability services due to the Commonwealth's drastic NDIS cuts. Can the mistakes of the past be avoided?
Rodrigues thought AI would make him rich. Then everything spiralled Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Rodrigues thought an AI chatbot could help him escape poverty and build wealth. Instead, he became trapped in a spiral of delusion and dependence.
Live: Delta Goodrem lights up Eurovision stage Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Delta Goodrem performed eighth in the Eurovision grand final, where she is one of the favourites to win. Follow live.
Artist appointed, axed then reinstated from Venice Biennale triumphs Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Last year, Khaled Sabsabi was appointed, sacked and then reinstated as Australia's representative to the Venice Biennale. Now he opens two installations at the world's most prestigious art exhibition.
Rochelle Jordan's new album is so good, even she listens to it Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
The Canadian singer won widespread acclaim with her third album. Now she brings it to Australia.
Test your homophones and your Gen Alpha slang Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Are you ready to test your spelling skills like your little lunch depends on it? Come on in.Â
Former UK health minister says he will stand in any contest to replace Starmer Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Former health secretary Wes Streeting, who resigned from cabinet on Thursday in preparation for the challenge, says his party needs a "proper contest" with the best candidates on the field.
Eight dead and 35 injured after train collides with public bus in Bangkok Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Footage of the incident shows a group of vehicles queuing across a railway line, before a cargo train suddenly ploughs into the side of the bus and pushes it into oncoming traffic.
Penalty agony for Newcastle as Sydney FC books place in ALM grand final Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Eli Adams's 96th-minute equaliser proves to be in vain as Sydney FC downs Newcastle on penalties to progress to the A-League Men season decider.
Labor on track to win by-election in Brisbane seat of Stafford Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
At the end of counting on Saturday night, there has been a 4.1 per cent swing against Labor after preferences, with additional postal votes still to be counted.
News from the BBC World Service
Streeting says he would join leadership race as Burnham vows to 'save' Labour Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 The former health secretary says there must be a "proper contest" while Burnham says Labour needs to be "saved from where it's been". The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice. Tens of thousands join rival marches in London Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Thirty-one arrests have been made across the Unite the Kingdom march and a pro-Palestinian protest. Police pelted with bottles as Celtic fans celebrate Premiership title win Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Hoops fans gathered in Glasgow's east end after a 3-1 win put paid to Hearts' dream of lifting the trophy. Rescue diver dies during search for bodies of Italians who drowned in Maldives caves Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Staff Sgt Mohamed Mahdhee died while diving in the search-and-rescue operation, the Maldives government tells the BBC. Taiwan insists it is independent after Trump warning Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Fresh from his summit in Beijing, the US president warned against a formal declaration of independence by the island. I tried the UK's 'saltiest' sandwich - here's what I learned Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Health correspondent James Gallagher absorbs more than the recommended daily limit in just one meal to find out how salt affects our bodies. Alleged murder of Aboriginal girl highlights Australia's deep inequalities Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Her death has sparked outrage across Australia and intense debate about disparities in society. 'They took £20,000 I didn't owe': Parents hit by child maintenance errors Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 John Hammond is one of 30 parents who told BBC Your Voice they'd experienced problems with the CMS. What is a 'safe death'? Mentally ill woman asks for assisted dying in Canada Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Canada has twice delayed access to medically assisted dying for those with mental illness. Claire Brosseau says she cannot wait any longer and wants the courts to decide. Everything you need to know about tonight's final Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Eurovision 2026 is taking place in Vienna after Austrian singer JJ won the 2025 event. Challenge yourself in our Eurovision quiz - can you avoid nul points? Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Are you the ultimate Eurovision superfan? Take our quiz to find out Meet the UK's Eurovision act, Look Mum No Computer Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 "It could go well or completely wrong, I'm just here for the ride," says song contest hopeful Sam Battle. Whale found dead near Danish island after German rescue operation Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Wildlife experts had previous criticised the operation, saying it would only cause the animal more distress. Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man. Switzerland to open secret files on Auschwitz 'Angel of Death' Mengele Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Mengele fled Europe after the war but for years there were rumours he spent time in Switzerland. Soldier dies after falling from horse at Royal Windsor Horse Show Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 The soldier, part of the Royal Horse Artillery, died at the scene after the fall on Friday evening. Senior IS leader killed in joint operation, US and Nigeria say Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 President Donald Trump said the operation eliminated "the most active terrorist in the world", Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. Massive queues shut Swatch stores as hundreds clamour for £335 limited edition watch Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Hundreds of people queue outside branches across the UK to get the £335 item. Giant new dinosaur identified from fossils in Thailand Posted on Thursday May 14, 2026 The nagatitan is the largest dinosaur found in South-East Asia and weighs as much as nine elephants.
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