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Usman Khawaja helps launch national Islamophobia awareness campaign Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
The retired 39-year-old, who was the first Muslim to play international cricket for Australia, says Islamophobia is on the rise, with women most vulnerable to attacks, because "hate is more prevalent that it has been before".
Study finds NT residents are the nation's happiest Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Northern Territory residents are the happiest in the nation, a new university study has found, with access to nature, warm weather and cultural diversity among the theories for Territorians' sunny attitudes.
This Liberal took his teacher to gambling anonymous Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
When Liberal backbencher Simon Kennedy was a teenager, one of his high school teachers asked to borrow money for his gambling addiction. He says he ended up accompanying the teacher to Gamblers Anonymous meetings.
Fears for Perth man missing in Mexico for almost a month Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Jesse Bruzzese's family say the 35-year-old solo traveller has not been in touch with them since arriving in Mexico at the beginning of June.
Basketball coach abused girl at primary school during training session, court told Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Shannon Trew, 42, indecently dealt with a young girl he was training at a primary school, a Perth court hears.
Final report finds Avalon stunt pilot was too low before crash Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
A report from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau into a crash at the Avalon Airshow last year will result in changes to how low stunt pilots can fly at the event.
Pair get temporary ban on keeping dogs after RSPCA inspection Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Two people have been convicted and disqualified from owning dogs for five years after a severely emaciated dog was rescued by RSPCA inspectors and nursed back to health.
Uni's HR chief tells ICAC she was 'shocked' by promotion proposal Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Corruption watchdog hears University of Wollongong Chancellor Michael Still rejected calls to advertise a proposed executive role for chief governance officer.
Whale census records unexplained drop in sightings off WA's South West Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Marine scientists have expressed concerns following a 60 per cent drop in migrating whales seen off South West WA's coastline compared to previous years.
A girlfriend who never existed and fake friends. How Graham became a money mule Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Graham Guy was the victim of a romance scam and had his bank accounts drained over several years. Then came an unusual request that unwittingly drew him into crime.
Menswear brand accused of using AI to 'whitewash' model's image Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Australian model Elii Emeghebo is pursuing a racial discrimination complaint against suit label Peter Jackson, claiming AI has been used to "whitewash" his image.
From 'dull and deluded' to 'a peppy, hot pink delight': What critics think of Elle Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Legally Blonde was an overwhelming hit, so what do critics think of the prequel Elle?
Childcare centre that exposed kids to rat poison stripped of funding Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
The Melbourne childcare provider has been cut off under new powers that allow the federal government to withdraw funding due to safety breaches.
CSIRO tests show even 10 'detention' basins cannot 'flood-proof' city Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
CSIRO modelling shows even the construction of 10 upstream 'detentions' would not have spared Lismore from the 2022 floods.
Qld seat redistribution turns drive to MP's office from 15 minutes to 11 hours Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
There is widespread anger among voters of an abolished Queensland electorate who will potentially face an 11-hour drive to their local MP's office.
These sexual enhancement supplements contain hidden prescription drugs Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
The TGA issues a warning for consumers using sexual enhancement products after an investigation finds several products contain undeclared prescription drugs that could cause serious side effects.
Thunderbirds co-captain to lead 'connected' team in grand final repeat Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
The Adelaide Thunderbirds are looking to win their third premiership in four years, with co-captain Georgie Horjus putting their success down to strong team connections on and off the court.
Helicopter spotlight a 'shining light' for stranded fisherman Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
After more than four hours floating in rough seas, 77-year-old John "Stinker" Clarke was starting to lose hope. Then he saw a light from above.
'No place for the poison of antisemitism': New warning for universities Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
The government's Antisemitism Education Taskforce, led by David Gonski, has equipped teachers with new resources to tackle antisemitism and promote "Australian values".
'One of the greatest Antarctic collections in the world' on display in Canberra Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026
For most, a trip to Antarctica is well beyond reach, but a new exhibition at the National Museum of Australia gives visitors the chance to explore life in one of the most extreme environments on Earth.
News from the BBC World Service
Government promises to act after 'shocking' failings in maternity care in England Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety. Refugees would be told to repay around £10,000 under new asylum bill Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 The Home Office will be given powers to recover costs from adults who have received asylum support under new laws. Manhunt after bomb injures Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 The blast was caused by an explosive device which appeared to contain bolts and pellets, the head of Monaco's government said. Government 'cannot deport' grooming gang ringleader Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 A 55-year-old law means the government has no legal powers to remove Shabir Ahmed from the UK. Another UK heatwave could be on the way Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 As parts of Europe continue to swelter in record temperatures, higher temperatures could develop again across the UK later this week, as Simon King explains. One big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme Court Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 While Trump celebrated a ruling expanding presidential power to remove and replace regulators, other decisions were major setbacks. 'No rescuers have been sent': Venezuelans accuse government of negligence over earthquake response Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 People in areas devastated by twin earthquakes say they need more support from the government. Homes harder to sell as high mortgage rates frustrate buyers Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 Three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, says property portal Zoopla. Pupil put in isolation booth for more than half a school year, BBC learns Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 The pupil's experience in a Yorkshire school highlights concerns about zero-tolerance behaviour policies. Shetland backs plan to connect islands with £1.5bn undersea tunnels Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 The undersea links between some of the UK's most northerly islands could be in place within eight years. US security chief 'danced happy dance' after Iran exit Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 The United States' head of homeland security says he "danced a happy dance" when Iran's elimination from the World Cup was confirmed. Pick Kobbie Mainoo over Elliot Anderson against DR Congo, says Wayne Rooney Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 Former England captain Wayne Rooney says he would start Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo instead of Elliot Anderson in Wednesday's World Cup last-32 tie with DR Congo. Germany fans in need of hope as prospect of Klopp looms Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 As Germany again fail to progress at a World Cup BBC Sport looks at the fallout from their defeat by Paraguay and what happens next. Why are South Korean fans so angry at their football coach? Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 Hong Myung-bo has resigned after South Korea failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages. We had packed lunches every day for 10 years and retired at 40 Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible. 'No one move!': The agonising silence as Venezuela rescuers listen for survivors Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 With tens of thousands of people still believed missing, teams listen for signs of life beneath the rubble. Stalker who faked ex's Tinder profile caught using doorbell camera Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 Asad Hussain, 36, created a fake profile in the victim's name after she ended their relationship. In pictures: Stunning Strawberry Moon lights up the sky Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 Clear night skies over Hampshire and Dorset give stunning shots of the Strawberry Moon. Canadians share hopes and wishes for America's 250th birthday Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 We asked Canadians across the country what they would say and give to their southern neighbour. School trip surprise as students meet The Rock Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026 About 50 children from Sudbury meet Dwayne Johnson on a school visit to London.
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