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Launceston General Hospital experiencing 'impacted' capacity due to high demand Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Tasmania's top health official says the Launceston General Hospital is experiencing "impacted" capacity and is urging patients to only attend if it is a medical emergency.
Victorian teachers set to strike again following deadlocked negotiations Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
A fresh statewide strike by Victorian public school teachers will he held next week, after negotiations with the Victorian government reached an impasse.
Aussie investors fear millions in losses as alleged fake bond scheme unravels Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
The financial watchdog is seeking to shut down an investment company accused of taking $17 million from 80 victims, including by promoting fake bonds.
Shayna Jack announces swimming retirement on eve of Commonwealth Games Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Gold medal-winning Australian swimmer Shayna Jack says she will retire at the end of the Commonwealth Games.
NSW scrapped this 'frustrating' road rule. Should other jurisdictions follow? Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
The NRMA is encouraging all states and territories to follow the lead of NSW in removing reduced speed limits for roadworks outside construction hours.
Giant petrel found on Noosa beach tests negative for bird flu Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
The giant petrel was taken to RSPCA Queensland's Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre where it underwent testing by Biosecurity Queensland as part of its surveillance program.
Legal action dropped against Ann Marie Smith's NDIS provider Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Federal Court proceedings have been dropped against the former company responsible for caring for South Australian woman Ann Marie Smith, who died six years ago.
Motorcyclist's family urges court to jail woman who failed to give way Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
The family of a beloved member of the Northern Territory's motorsport community has urged a court to send a woman who failed to give way to him to jail over the fatal crash.
Man charged with murder over death in Victoria's east Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
A 43-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of the body of a 58-year-old Morwell man in Victoria's east at the weekend.
Staff shortage led to woman being strangled by wheelchair belt, court hears Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
A woman who died after slipping from her wheelchair and being strangled by its lap belt had been left unsupervised due to a staff shortage at an Adelaide care facility, a court has heard.
WA's next generation of mining engineers living in tents, cars to finish studies Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
A damning report has found accommodation shortages at Kalgoorlie's century-old WA School of Mines are being "felt most acutely" by international and postgraduate students.
The worrying statistic around Indigenous players in the AFLW Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Racism remains a key issue for First Nations AFL players, while Indigenous AFLW players rate their workplace culture significantly lower than their peers, a new report finds.Â
Melbourne mother accused of showing IS propaganda to her children Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Police allege a Melbourne woman facing terrorism charges showed Islamic State propaganda videos to her children about slaughtering "disbelievers".
Minister demands answers from authority following corruption allegations Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Victorian senior minister Melissa Horne says new allegations about union influence on state construction sites are "alarming", writing to the infrastructure authority to seek assurances they had acted appropriately.
Lollipop man, 87, assaulted over 'unwanted attention' to teen's girlfriend, court hears Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
An 18-year-old assaulted an 87-year-old traffic warden after he subjected the young man's girlfriend to "persistent unwanted attention", a Perth court hears.
Spy agency warns active Russian hackers targeting Australian industry Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
The Australian Signals Directorate says hackers are trying to access information through network devices, such as laptops, which use old software and predictable passwords.
'Falling apart': Major SA highways given lowest possible safety rating Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Parts of the Sturt Highway, which connects Sydney to Adelaide and provides an integral part of the country's freight network, have been given the lowest possible safety rating by the Australian Road Assessment Program (AusRAP).
Thieves steal memorial garden trees dedicated to loved ones Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Return without question: grief charity pleads with thieves to return thousands of dollars worth of plants stolen from memorial garden in Dubbo.Â
What we know about the alleged murder of Jana Armstrong Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
The search for Toowoomba mother Jana Armstrong ended in tragedy. Here's what police say happened to the young mother.
Stingers see home cup as chance to grow legacy Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026
Australia's best-performing Paris Olympics team see Sydney's World Cup finals as a way to stay in the conversation outside the Games cycle.
News from the BBC World Service
PPE failures left NHS staff poorly protected and wasted billions, Covid inquiry finds Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report. Scott Mills was highest paid BBC star before sacking Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 The former Radio 2 breakfast host earned about £745,000 from the BBC in the last financial year. Police continue to question suspect over Ann Widdecombe murder Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 The 28-year-old white British male suspect was re-arrested on Monday after counter terrorism police took over the case. Government failing Farage over security, says Jenrick Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 It comes as the police investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death sparks renewed debate over politicians' security. Wildfires burn across UK as fire chiefs warn of extreme pressure Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Major incidents were declared in North Wales and in Glossop, Derbyshire in the Peak District on Sunday. 'If we die, we die together': Wife of man nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane speaks of ordeal Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Svetlana Grković told Serbian media that her husband is "seriously injured and in shock". Who will win the World Cup? The view from the semi-finalists' countries Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 BBC Sport speaks to journalists and fans from the World Cup's four semi-finalists to see who they think will win the tournament. South East Water must pay £30.5m for supply failures Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Regulator Ofwat confirms this penalty follows three investigations into the water company. Australian police reveal unseen photos 25 years after British backpacker murder Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Police hope the images could jog memories that will help them find the body of Peter Falconio. Wimbledon school crash driver's trial set for 2027 Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Claire Freemantle was driving the car that killed Nuria Sajjad and Selena Lau at a Wimbledon school. Bedford train crash driver died from traumatic injuries Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 An inquest hears Shaun Burton died in the collision in which 102 people needed hospital treatment. England to make late call on Rice for semi-final Posted on Monday July 13, 2026 England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Time for Lamine Yamal to ignite? Or another Mbappe masterclass? Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 France face Spain for a place in the World Cup final on Tuesday, meaning a showdown between Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Who comes out on top? Increased security for England and Argentina tie Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Authorities say there will be increased security measures in place for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta. How my period is supercharging my ADHD Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 A first-of-its-kind study by UK researchers is looking at the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD. The mysterious crypto firm backed by Farage's biggest donor Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Tether is a giant in crytocurrency, an industry that Nigel Farage believes the UK should be embracing. How to navigate the awkward year-end teacher 'thank you' collection Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Collecting money for a joint present might overcome the competitive gift-giving, but it can still cause friction. Andy Serkis defends lack of diversity in Lord of the Rings cast Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Anya Taylor-Joy are among the stars who have been cast so far. The app used by millions to help make healthy food purchases Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet? I hunted the men who secretly film their wives and share footage online Posted on Tuesday July 14, 2026 What disturbed Jess the most was men sharing footage of wives, girlfriends and loved ones.
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