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Man taken to hospital after crocodile attack in north Qld Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
It is understood the man in his 20s suffered puncture wounds to his lower back, upper legs and hand.
Six charged after alleged NYE hooning and social media posts Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Police allege several vehicles blocked northbound lanes of Brisbane's Gateway Motorway at Murarrie before a group performed burnouts and let off fireworks just before midnight. Â Â
Breaking: Two die as car and train collide at level crossing west of Geelong Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The crash between the car and a freight train happened at a level crossing near the small town of Cressy at about 10am on Tuesday.
'A little awkward': What goes on inside the Australian Open locker room Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
According to Jessica Pegula, sometimes it is best to stay out of your opponent's way when you are sharing the same locker room.
Surfer bitten by shark at NSW beach in fourth attack in 48 hours Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The 39-year-old man was surfing at Point Plomer, near Crescent Head, this morning when the shark bit through his board.
Tasmanian child with knife wounds flown to Melbourne, woman in custody Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Police are investigating after a child presented to the Launceston General Hospital with serious injuries.
Jedinak joins Socceroos coaching staff ahead of FIFA World Cup Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The former Australian captain is back in the fold for another World Cup, except this time he will be on the sidelines as one of the team's coaches.
How a lion crushed a Datsun with newlyweds inside in Adelaide Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The pair had made an on-the-spot decision on the way home from their honeymoon to visit a drive-through safari park where lions roamed free — and their little brown Datsun came out worse for wear.
Victoria's CFA funding reaches five-year high, despite cut claims Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Government funding of Victoria's Country Fire Authority rose by more than $20 million last financial year according to the CFA's annual report.Â
British-born Aussies giving up UK citizenship over new passport rules Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Frustrated dual British-Australian citizens are weighing up their options in response to new passport rules. Here's why some are letting go of their British citizenship.Â
Teenage boys targeted in antisemitic incident, police say Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Police have been told the occupants of a white ute yelled abuse before driving at three teenage boys in the Melbourne suburb of St Kilda East.
Origin extends life of Australia's largest coal-fired power station Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
The operator of Australia's largest coal-fired power station is to extend the life of its plant in the NSW Hunter Valley for another two years.
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Live: Locals hunting maiden Aus Open wins as trio of champions take centre stage Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
US-born Maya Joint is one of the local favourites on court to start day three of the Australian Open, looking to win a main draw match at her home slam for the first time. Follow live.
Brisbane hit by vaccine shortages after wall collapses at warehouse Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026
Brisbane parents are being turned away from GP clinics due to a shortage of childhood vaccines.Â
Morocco accepts Trump's invite to 'Board of Peace', Putin yet to decide Posted on Monday January 19, 2026
Morocco's King Mohammed VI is the latest leader to accept an invitation to join US President Donald Trump's so-called "Board of Peace", as Russian President Vladimir Putin weighs up his invitation.
Groundwater drying up as blistering Pilbara heatwave continues Posted on Monday January 19, 2026
Water sources are depleting in the Pilbara as the arid region endures a summer with little rainfall and temperatures close to 50C.
Two charged with attempted murder, firearm recovered after Adelaide shooting Posted on Monday January 19, 2026
A man and a woman are expected to face court after each was charged with two counts of attempted murder over a shooting at a Huntfield Heights home that left two people in hospital, police say.
Basil Zempilas using fishing ban to batter WA government Posted on Monday January 19, 2026
While many West Australians were competing for parking spots at beaches on their holidays, Basil Zempilas latched onto two hot topics on which to challenge the government — the demersal fishing ban and WA's illicit tobacco trade.
Australia's 'ghost nets' program expands to heavily fished northern seas Posted on Monday January 19, 2026
A $25 million funding injection will help expand the Top End's war on ghost nets, as ranger groups shift focus to the heavily fished seas to Australia's north.
Live: ASX opens in the red, IMF calls out Australia's 'drawn-out' inflation Posted on Monday January 19, 2026
The ASX opens down. The International Monetary Fund says Australia, alongside Norway, is projected to see persistent above-target inflation. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.Â
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Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, said the bloc has "no interest to pick a fight, but we will hold our ground". Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic. I do not want to reconcile with my family, says Brooklyn Peltz Beckham Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Speculation has been circulating in the press for months over a rift in the Beckham family. UK to consult on social media ban for under 16s Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement. Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The government says the industry will have nowhere to hide, but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough. Spanish PM vows to find cause of deadly high-speed train crash Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 Pedro Sanchez announces three days of mourning after at least 40 people died in Sunday's collision in southern Spain. In pictures: Valentino's life and work - and the stars who shared his journey Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 His creations have featured at countless red carpets and award ceremonies around the world. Harry says he was made 'paranoid' by Daily Mail publisher's 'unlawful' actions Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The prince is one of seven high-profile claimants that allege the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday committed "grave breaches of privacy". Badenoch warns Tory MPs against plotting and psychodrama Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 All 116 Tory MPs have been ordered to a meeting on Monday night, after Nigel Farage imposed a deadline on further defections. Traitors star Jessie 'on a high' after raising stammer awareness Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The hair stylist hopes to continue to break down barriers after she won many hearts on the reality show. Man seriously injured in Sydney's third shark attack in two days Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 In three separate incidents, a 12-year-old was also injured and an 11-year-old received assistance after his surfboard was bitten. Zootropolis 2 becomes Hollywood's biggest animated film ever Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The film has overtaken the previous record holder, Inside Out 2, after making $1.7bn (£1.3bn) worldwide. Trump ties issue to Nobel Prize in message to Norway's leader Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The US president insists Norway controls who gets the coveted prize, while the Norwegian government says it has nothing to do with the decision. Chris Mason: Starmer sticks to his strategy and picks his words carefully Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The prime minister is seeking to downplay how he intends to react to Trump's threat of tariffs. How could Europe respond to tariffs threat? Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies. Trade war in no-one's interest, says Starmer Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 Sir Keir Starmer said the situation was "very serious" and that right approach was through "calm discussion". Ros Atkins on...President Trump's year in numbers Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026 Executive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers. Steve Rosenberg: Russia gloats over Greenland tensions Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg analyses why pro-Russian government papers are full of praise for Donald Trump's desire to buy Greenland. Jacob Alon crowned Brits Critics' Choice winner Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The Scottish folk singer edges out Sienna Spiro and Rose Gray to claim the prestigious prize. Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland Posted on Monday January 19, 2026 The Nordic nation leads the way when it comes to both the design and construction of the vessels.
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