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Hobart stadium backflip sparks row in Shooters, Fishers, Farmers party Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Key figures in Tasmania's Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party have quit following new MP Carlo Di Falco's backflip on the Macquarie Point Stadium project.
Controversial Israel and US-backed Gaza aid organisation closes Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
More than 800 Palestinians died in the vicinity of Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid sites after it took over the distribution of all supplies in the strip in May.
MP urges council to skip consultation on town centre in Melbourne's west Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Locals are frustrated by hold-ups with a long awaited shopping strip in Mt Atkinson, in Melbourne's major growth corridor in the west.
Taiwan's 'return to China' key to international order, Xi tells Trump Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Chinese state media reported some of what was discussed in the phone call that took place on Monday, local time.
Woman found alive in coffin at crematorium in Thailand Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Temple staff in Thailand were shocked when the woman began knocking from the coffin.
US labels Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles a terror organisation Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
The designation is the latest measure in the Trump administration's escalating campaign to combat drug trafficking into the US.
US and Ukraine work on 'refined' plan to end war after European pushback Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
The US blindsided Kyiv and European countries with a 28-point peace plan last week, giving Ukraine until Thursday to agree to a framework to end Europe's deadliest war since World War Two.
Man jailed for life in largest cybersex crime case in South Korea's history Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
A court in Seoul ruled that Kim Nok-wan's crimes were so grave they warranted his "permanent isolation from society."
Kangaroos star Ash Riddell wins AFLW best and fairest award Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Runner-up to Adelaide's Ebony Marinoff last year, Riddell polled 23 votes to add the league's highest individual honour to her fifth All-Australian selection.
Macquarie Dictionary names 'AI slop' as word of the year 2025 Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
'AI slop' refers to low-quality content created by generative AI which often contains errors and is not requested by the user, according to Macquarie.
Buying a home has never been less affordable, report finds Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Home prices have risen by almost 50 per cent in the past five years, with more than a decade now needed to save for a standard 20 per cent deposit for houses in most capital cities, according to a new report.
Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81 Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Cliff was known for singles You Can Get It If You Really Want It and Many Rivers To Cross, as well as for his cover of Johnny Nash's I Can See Clearly Now.
Bollywood superstar Dharmendra dies aged 89 Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of many to pay tribute to the icon of Indian cinema.
Stuck in Australia during COVID, Chaudhary now has a Shield century Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Nikhil Chaudhary has become the first Indian to hit a Sheffield Shield hundred this century, helping put Tasmania in a position of utter dominance against NSW.
BOM boss reveals $96.5m website rebuild approved by Turnbull government Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
The Bureau of the Meteorology's new chief executive has blamed a "miscommunication" for the furore that has erupted over a costly and controversial website redesign.
Australia no guarantee to pick Khawaja for second Ashes Test at Gabba Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
Australia coach Andrew McDonald has failed to guarantee Usman Khawaja will be selected for the second Ashes Test, even if the under-pressure veteran opener is fit.
Disturbance at Perth's Banksia Hill youth detention centre Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
A number of detainees have climbed onto the roof of Perth's youth detention centre, damaging sheeting and throwing projectiles.Â
15yo boy under arrest after teen dies in stabbing in Sydney Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
NSW Police said two young boys were at a reserve at Rouse Hill when they were approached by three other boys about 4:20pm on Monday.
NSW bushwalker found dead in Tasmanian wilderness Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
The body of a bushwalker has been recovered from Tasmania's south-west this afternoon after being discovered by another bushwalker at one of the state's most challenging mountain peaks.
Senate shut down for 1.5 hours after Pauline Hanson's burka stunt Posted on Monday November 24, 2025
The rare break in proceedings came after One Nation's Pauline Hanson strode into the chamber wearing a burka and then refused to leave after being slapped with a sanction.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Zelensky warns against giving away territory as latest Ukraine talks end Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 There was optimism following the talks in Geneva, but no details emerged on how to bridge the huge divide between Moscow and Kyiv over territory and security guarantees. Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Oliver, 3, now appears to be developing normally after taking part in a trial to treat Hunter syndrome that almost didn't get off the ground. Police officer unable to dress after hammer attack by Palestine Action activist, jury told Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The officer could not drive, shower or dress herself after being struck with a sledgehammer. Two peers to be suspended from House of Lords for breaking rules Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Former Army chief Lord Richard Dannatt and businessman Lord Evans of Watford face suspensions. Ten-year-old British chess prodigy dazzles at women's event Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Bodhana Sivanandan wins the UK Women’s Blitz Championship, putting her in the top 50 women in the world in the category. I watched helplessly as gunmen snatched my son, says father after Nigerian school kidnapping Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The authorities are trying to rescue more than 250 schoolchildren who were abducted by raiders on motorbikes. Police face misconduct inquiry in case of murdered Harshita Brella Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Four Northamptonshire Police officers will face misconduct proceedings, the force says. Obesity jab drug fails to slow Alzheimer's Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 There were initial hopes that the drug in weight loss jab Wegovy could slow progression of dementia. Jimmy Cliff, reggae singer with a run of hits spanning decades, dies aged 81 Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The musician was known for hits like You Can Get It If You Really Want and I Can See Clearly Now. What can nervous businesses expect from the Budget? Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 It is going to be a nail-biting final few days for business leaders, says the BBC's Business Editor, Simon Jack. Australia senator condemned for burka stunt in parliament Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Pauline Hanson donned a black burka as she sought to push for a ban on the garment. My son went missing but was not initially considered high risk. Five weeks later, he was found dead Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The family of Cole Cooper appealed to the public for help tracing the 19-year-old after he disappeared in May. What is Cartel de los Soles, which the US is labelling as a terrorist organisation? Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The US says it is headed by Venezuela's president and other senior politicians, but some analysts say it does not even exist. Scammers target 12 homes on same Cheshire street Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Neighbours in Warrington started receiving mystery letters addressed to people they did not know. Ukraine's soldiers react to US peace plan with defiance, anger and resignation Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Ukrainian soldiers at the front are angry, defiant and resigned after US plan became public. Everything you need to know about the Budget Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering both tax rises and spending cuts in the 26 November Budget. Bollywood legend Dharmendra, one of the biggest stars of Indian cinema, dies aged 89 Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 Best known for the iconic role of Veeru in the all-time great Sholay, Dharmendra was India's "most handsome actor". What is going on with offside, and can it be fixed? Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 After more controversy with subjective offside in the Premier League this weekend, can anything be done to change it? Strictly's Shirley reveals 'terrifying' choking drama Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The Strictly judge thanks her make-up artist for coming to her rescue by doing the Heimlich manoeuvre. Rapper Ghetts faces more dangerous driving charges Posted on Monday November 24, 2025 The grime MC is accused of causing the death by dangerous driving of a 20-year-old in Ilford.
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