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Two people dead after collision in Victoria's south-west Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Two people have died after a collision near an intersection about 30 kilometres north of Colac, in Victoria's south-west.
Heroin overdose warning after multiple Victorians unknowingly take drug Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
One person has died and multiple people have overdosed across Victoria, leading to the discovery of heroin in substances thought to be methamphetamine or cocaine.
Village People lead singer Victor Willis dead at 74 Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The lead singer and a founding member of the Village People disco group has died at the age of 74.
Uni HR boss had 'target' on her back after opposing $400k direct hire Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
As concern spread around campus about the potential creation of a new $400,000 vice-president role as the university went through a restructure, the head of HR says she felt she had a 'target on her back" for opposing the role.
Karl Stefanovic to be dumped from radio show, defends 'legitimate interview' Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Karl Stefanovic will be dumped from his new radio show amid fallout from his interview with Tommy Robinson, the ABC understands.
Inquiry hears police lack resources to solve cold cases Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
An inquiry into missing people and unsolved murders has heard from families frustrated that police can't follow up on new leads quickly.
Indonesian tech entrepreneur jailed over Chromebooks purchase Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Indonesian tech entrepreneur and former education minister Nadiem Makarim has been sentenced to 10 years' jail in a corruption case linked to the procurement of Google Chromebooks.
Hird confirms spot in Essendon coaching race Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
James Hird is officially a contender for Essendon's senior coaching position, as the club continues the process of finding a permanent replacement for Brad Scott.
Accused killer denies murder but admits burning woman's body, court told Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Johnathan Paul Parker allegedly told a friend that he had strangled his housemate, Krystal Marshall, and asked for help to dispose of her body, a court has heard.Â
Fraud trial hears of businesses paid $30k for hiring Chinese nationals Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Wagga Wagga businessman Alan Eldridge tells the NSW District Court he received a $30,000 payment for employing a Chinese national through an initiative introduced to him by former NSW MP Daryl Maguire.
Former ACM executive Antony Catalano's case adjourned until October Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The former Australian Community Media executive is accused of assaulting his wife at their St Kilda penthouse in March.
Election review a 'hyper-partisan witch-hunt', Coalition says Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
A Coalition group has launched an extraordinary attack on one of parliament's top committees, slamming its election inquiry as biased.
Pair behind dramatic flood rescue awarded for going 'beyond the call of duty' Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
A helicopter pilot and a police officer who performed a daring flood rescue in Katherine earlier this year have been awarded for their heroics as part of the Northern Territory's Territory Day awards.
Infants now eligible for free meningococcal B vaccine in Tasmania Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Vaccinations for the rare but potentially deadly meningococcal B disease are now free for all Tasmanian infants for the next four years.
A decade ago Swans' CEO played in the little-known first Pride game Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
This Friday will mark 10 years of Sydney Swans Pride games for premiership points.Â
Trump tries to claim a win on birthright citizenship Supreme Court ruling Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
While it's a blow to the US president, the highest court's narrow ruling may have emboldened efforts to overturn birthright citizenship through other avenues.
Women on being in a 'sex rut' and tips for climbing out Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Women share how a lack of sex is impacting their marriage, and ways they're trying to spice things up.
Online fraud and scams increase as vigilance falls Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
A rise in organised, industrial-scale offshore scam centres and cybercriminals using AI to make scams harder to detect have played a part in an increase in online scams.Â
Boxing Australia CEO resigns amid athlete's claims of discrimination Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Boxing Australia's CEO Dinah Glykidis has resigned, following the national integrity manager, just weeks before the Commonwealth Games.
Nancy Guthrie ransom notes are fake, FBI says Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The FBI determines three notes sent to media outlets after the disappearance of NBC host Savannah Guthrie's mother are fake.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham's chancellor will have to find extra £4.7bn for defence, says minister Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Luke Pollard says the next chancellor "whoever that may be" will have to "find the resources" to fund defence plan. Woman raped by Superdry co-founder tells BBC she was working for him at the time Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 She described feeling fear and dread as she returned to her job, working for James Holder, after the attack. Nowak case officers face gross misconduct investigation Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Henry Nowak, 18, was handcuffed as he lay dying after being stabbed by Vickrum Digwa in December 2025. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older Family of boy attacked by crocodile thank zoo staff who rescued him Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The boy remains at Addenbrooke's Hospital in a stable condition, police say. Two dead after plane crashed during flight experience Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The two-seat Cessna plane comes down off Mill Lane in High Ongar at about 12:30 BST on Tuesday. Trump made more than $1bn from crypto in first year back in office Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The president's crypto income far outpaces his earnings from real estate and Trump-themed items such as watches. Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts. Brewery boss who banned phones and swearing from pubs dies aged 81 Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Humphrey Smith had been at the helm of the Tadcaster brewer since the 1980s. Chris Brown ordered to pay housekeeper $13m after dog attack Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Maria Aliva was left with scarring, vision loss and nerve damage following the attack in December 2020. Time for Tuchel to show hand as England enter World Cup danger zone Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 England coach Thomas Tuchel must now play his strongest hand as he enters the danger zone in a World Cup of shocks, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. Knockouts are here - what is England's path to the final? Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after qualifying for the knockout stages. Mexico rampant at fortress Azteca - and England could be next Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Mexico have won all four games and not conceded a goal at this World Cup. Their last-16 opponents must also contend with playing at the Azteca Stadium. United, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass? Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming of winning the World Cup. A plane crashed into a tower in Beijing but China is not saying what happened Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The collision left holes on the side of the tower, but Beijing has scrubbed other visible traces of the incident. It looks like an ordinary house - but our tropical garden is packed with poisonous plants Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The garden was once a sun trap with decking - it is now filled with tropical trees and ferns shading it. Chris Mason: Starmer's defence plan leaves crunching trade‑offs for Burnham to confront Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The BBC's political editor Chris Mason reflects on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan. Is it really happening this weekend? What we do and don't know about Taylor Swift's wedding Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The couple has been mum about their upcoming nuptials, but speculation has mounted about a multi-day celebration at Madison Square Garden. A trip to India left me with 38 parasites in my brain Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Lowri's headaches, seizures and psychosis were due to an infection caused by pork tapeworm larvae. 'We're still standing': Americans on the state of the nation in its 250th year Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The BBC spoke to US citizens across the country ahead of its big anniversary celebration this weekend.
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