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Live: Albanese talks energy security with China's premier Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Anthony Albanese and Chinese Premier Li Qiang have discussed energy security ahead of the prime minister's dash to Singapore later this week. Follow live.Â
Leg amputee forced to wait two months for rehabilitation services Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
After travelling more than 2,000 kilometres across four separate hospitals, Phillip Norris says staff shortages in hospitals "needs to change".
'Probably lose your hive': Over 1,000 ACT beehives destroyed by varroa mite Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Experts say half of the ACT's 6,000 beehives have been impacted by the fast-spreading parasite, varroa mite, with well over 1,000 destroyed.
Bail granted to Perth parents found guilty of starving daughter Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
A Perth court sets aside the convictions of a man and woman whose nearly 17-year-old daughter weighed about 28 kilograms when she was admitted to hospital in 2021.
Trump deploys Vance to save far-right poster boy Viktor Orban Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
US President Donald Trump has deployed his vice president to Hungary in a bid to salvage the political future of far-right leader Viktor Orban, who is flailing in the polls days out from a closely watched election.Â
De Minaur downs Norrie to advance to last 16 of Monte Carlo Masters Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Alex de Minaur is through to the final 16 of the Monte-Carlo Masters after defeating Britain's Cameron Norrie.
Darwin midwife's $1.1 million government contract under review Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Darwin midwife Claire Marks was under investigation by the nursing and midwifery watchdog when she was handed a $1.1 million contract by the NT government, which is now reviewing the matter, as doctors continue to raise concerns, and the service brings on new staff.
Mass tuna deaths not caused by South Australia's harmful algal bloom Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Environmental authorities have found the culprit for a mass fish mortality event off the coast of Port Lincoln, saying it is unrelated to the state's harmful algal bloom.
Iran briefing with Matthew Doran: Middle East on the brink as Trump's deadline is hours away Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Warning sirens are sounding and preparations are being made as the US and Iran ratchet up the threats against each other.
Farmers angered by plans to turn coal mine into lake bigger than Sydney Harbour Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
There are plans to turn the former Hazelwood coal mine in Victoria into a lake bigger than Sydney Harbour, but farmers and environmentalists are worried about the impact on nearby waterways.
Tourism industry council warns sector at 'tipping point' Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
According to the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC), many operators are struggling to remain afloat as they grapple with rising operating costs and cancellations, along with the ongoing fuel crisis.
Growing frustration in real estate industry over Qld seller disclosure laws Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Real estate experts say Queensland's seller disclosure laws, which were introduced in August, are fuelling 'gazumping' and leading to unnecessary costs.
Tourists urged not to cancel plans as Cyclone Maila nears Far North Qld Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila is expected to cross into Far North Queensland on Sunday, but with a likely limited impact
Tasmania Police to 'recommence' mandatory reporting of child abuse by staff Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
The child safety regulator sought a law change after receiving "concerning" correspondence from Tasmania Police, which said its officers were not bound by a key child protection measure.
Outback tensions rise as national parks expansion reshapes communities Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Hailed as a win for the environment, $200 million has been spent purchasing new national parks in outback NSW — but not everyone is celebrating.
Matt Canavan looks to stars for 'Australia on steroids' plan Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
A domestic space industry, a baby boom, new dams and more factories are on Nationals leader Matt Canavan's to-do list to deliver what he describes as an Australian economic revolution.Â
Oil shock hits 'at worst possible time' for quake-stricken, war-racked country Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Women who had already lost their homes to last year's earthquake are now also cut off from essentials like sanitary pads and aid.Â
Cost of filling best-selling car up by $100 since start of Iran war Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
The ABC analyses how the cost of a full tank in Australia's most-purchased cars of 2025 has changed since the beginning of the Iran war.
Having seen prisons from the inside, Zach says they're just 'breeding criminals' Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Hundreds of legal, health and children's organisations are calling on Anthony Albanese to convene an emergency summit to address the over-incarceration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Calls to force NDIS providers to register as Labor eyes savings Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026
Stricter registration rules would weed out low-quality NDIS providers while delivering better services and budget savings, major operators say.
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Watch: Iranians form human chains at bridges and power plants Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Tehran had urged people to gather outside potential US and Israeli targets after Donald Trump threatened to attack civilian infrastructure. Wireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West blocked from coming to UK Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 West was due to headline the festival in July but drew criticism over past antisemitic comments. Has Artemis II shown we can land on the Moon again? Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The Artemis II mission has been near flawless to date, but has the test flight shown Nasa is ready to send humans to the lunar surface? Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The Microsoft co-founder is the latest high-profile figure to agree to testify before the committee investigating Epstein's wrongdoing. Strictly star will not face rape charges, police say Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Detectives determined there was "insufficient evidence" to bring criminal charges against the unnamed man. Plan 2 student loan interest rates capped at 6% in England Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The cap on Plan 2 and postgraduate loan interest rates comes amid a risk of rising inflation. Dad, 84, 'under awful stress' as son's care package set to end Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 A health trust is withdrawing a care package that helped an 84-year-old man to look after his two sons. Temperatures hit 25C making it the warmest day in the UK for six months Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The warmest weather of the year is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday as temperatures rise above average, as Simon King explains One gunman killed and two injured in shooting at Israeli consulate in Istanbul Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 No Israeli diplomats are currently in Turkey and the Istanbul consulate has been empty for the past two-and-a-half years. Ex-footballer Joey Barton denies golf club attack Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The ex-Manchester City, Newcastle United, QPR, Burnley and Rangers player is accused of assault. Tracking recent US-Israeli strikes on Iranian infrastructure Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Attacks have targeted bridges, steel plants and pharmaceutical facilities, verified videos show. What the US military could do if Iran fails to meet Trump's ultimatum Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The US can do a lot of damage to civilian infrastructure but military experts say it's not feasible to carry out all Trump's threats. Two major airlines cut flights and hike fares as fuel prices surge Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Airlines have reduced services and lifted ticket costs as the Iran war weighs on jet fuel costs. Oil price fluctuates ahead of Trump's Iran deal deadline Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The US president has threatened to take out Iran "in one night" if it does not agree to open the Strait of Hormuz. Watch: Artemis II's historic lunar flyby... in 90 seconds Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 The four astronauts in the Orion spacecraft set a new record for distance travelled from Earth. Kanye West controversies - how did we get here? Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 West has a history of making antisemitic remarks and other controversial comments. My great-aunt shot Mussolini in the face Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Violet Gibson came very close to changing the course of history 100 years ago, when she emerged from a crowd in Rome and shot the fascist dictator. Watch: Mum of twins who says home was bombed in Lebanon speaks to BBC Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 More than one million people in Lebanon have been displaced since the start of the war as Israel expands its ground operation there.
China is winning one AI race, the US another - but either might pull ahead Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Both sides don't want to let their rival dominate. And the competition may yet be transformed further. Fake Australian, Chinese and Brazilian police stations: BBC goes inside a seized scam compound Posted on Tuesday April 07, 2026 Almost nothing was known about the Royal Hill casino in Cambodia until the Thai military took control of it in December.
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