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Two Daly River communities being evacuated by air as flooding continues Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Hundreds of remote Territorians are being evacuated from their small communities by air this weekend, as flooding inundates the Big Rivers region.
Sympathy in short supply as Lomax urged to 'live with' his NRL exit Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Wayne Bennett rules South Sydney out of the Zac Lomax stakes, with the Rabbitohs coach insisting the exiled State of Origin star must live with the consequences of his split with Parramatta.Â
Zempilas tells right-wing conference Liberals must win back 'lost Australians' Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas tells a conservative conference the Liberal Party must stop haemorrhaging voters and win back "lost Australians".
'I'm not going to sit here and get killed': Trans lives in Trump's America Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Since Donald Trump returned to power last year, trans Americans say they feel dehumanised, unsafe and isolated from public spaces. For some, Australia has provided a safe haven.
In China's great hall of power, we had questions. So began a delicate dance Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
China gives foreign journalists one chance each year to speak with politicians. Here’s what happened when I tried.
F1 rule change reversed, Aussie crashes out with F3 teammate in sprint Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Motorsport's governing body has backflipped on a change to the Australian Grand Prix circuit, following displeasure from teams over Friday's decision.
Comedy course for 'cranky women' allows them to rage on stage Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
A funny thing happened on the way to menopause. Twelve first-time comedians are finding the humour in some of their most confronting life experiences.
‘I can have sex’: Former 'hot priest' on why he quit the ministry Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Alberto Ravagnani quit the Catholic priesthood last month saying it was too difficult to remain celibate.
'We want them, but is it safe?' PNG defence boss warns about Australian rifles Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
The head of Papua New Guinea's military says the country does not have the capacity to safely store 3,500 rifles Australia plans to ship to the country, raising fears they could end up in the hands of tribal warlords.
Social cohesion is fragile, but Australia can rebuild it, Anne Aly says Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Radicalisation expert turned federal minister Anne Aly says reaching out to people susceptible to extremism and helping them reconnect to their communities is essential.
Historic 143-year-old lighthouse shines again after decades in darkness Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
After standing idle for more than three decades, the first concrete lighthouse in Australia is glowing again on the NSW far south coast after being recommissioned.
Russia makes Paralympics return amid calls for peace at opening ceremony Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
The Russian flag is flown at the Winter Paralympics for the first time in more than a decade, with Ukraine among eight countries to boycott the opening ceremony at Verona Arena in protest.Â
'Most brazen acts of corruption': Obeid family loses $30m worth of property Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
After investigations spanning a decade, the NSW Crime Commission says it has taken control of more than $30 million worth of properties linked to former New South Wales Labor politician Eddie Obeid.
When F1 cars crash, Albert Park's trauma team is called into action Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Nestled away and out of view from the public sits the grand prix medical centre at Albert Park, with trauma specialists from Melbourne's Alfred Hospital on stand-by for the worst moments in motorsport.
Sugar industry calls for national ethanol mandate amid Iran war oil shock Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Only two states make it a requirement to blend ethanol into fuel, but Australia's sugar industry says making it a national requirement could shield motorists from future oil market shocks. Â
More than 180 authors quit writers' week. Many returned for a DIY replacement Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Constellations emerged from the ashes of Adelaide Writers' Week, which was cancelled after authors withdrew over censorship. Organisers share how it came together and lessons for the future.
How one week of war has changed Iran, and what it could mean for the future Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
While the country's strict Islamist regime has blocked the internet and other forms of communication for most people, some have found a way to get their stories out.
Community outrage as respected senior doctor escorted from hospital Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Community outrage flares as a "respected and trusted" senior doctor is escorted from a regional hospital amid the fall-out from a controversial redevelopment project.Â
'Pray we don't get there': Analysts forecast huge surge in petrol prices Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
US crude oil has posted its biggest weekly gain in futures trading history, with the war in the Middle East leading to a major disruption to global fuel supplies.
Katherine 'under threat' as 'major flood' risk to remain until Sunday Posted on Friday March 06, 2026
Residents in Katherine woke up to find their main street had been submerged by flooding despite advice from authorities yesterday that the centre of town wouldn't be inundated. The river is expected to peak at 19.2m tonight.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump wants to pick Iran's new leader - will a hostile regime under fire agree? Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The president's vision of Iran's future could meet fierce opposition, writes chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet. Huge US bomber lands at UK air base Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The aircraft is the fastest bomber in the US Air Force and is piloted by a crew of four. Oil price at two-year high after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi says oil could hit $150 a barrel if the Iran conflict continues over the coming weeks. Iranian schools, hospital and landmarks among civilian sites hit during US-Israeli strikes Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 A local in Tehran tell BBC Verify that the city has been turned into a "ghost town" as residents flee. Flight paths squeezed as Iran conflict closes more airspace Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 A drone attack on Azerbaijan has narrowed choices for airlines scrambling to respond to disruption in the Gulf. Soham murderer Ian Huntley taken off life support, BBC understands Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The convicted murderer has been in hospital since late February after being hit on the head in prison. Armed robots take to the battlefield in Ukraine war Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Ukraine has embarked on a programme to deploy armed robots on the battlefield against Russian forces. Driver who killed student after mistakenly hitting wrong pedal jailed Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Student Aalia Mahomed, 20, was described as the "most amazing daughter" by her mother. Withheld Epstein files with accusations against Trump released by justice department Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The Department of Justice said the released files had been "incorrectly coded as duplicative" and inadvertently not published. Three women interviewed on suspicion of sex trafficking in Al Fayed investigation Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The women have been interviewed under suspicion of aiding and abetting rape and human trafficking, the Met Police says. Tory peer quits after Lords investigation into PPE deals Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 It comes after a Lords standards probe into his contacts with ministers and advisers during the pandemic. Meghan's lifestyle brand and Netflix end partnership Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The Duchess of Sussex will run As ever independently, after a partnership with Netflix helped to launch the brand last year. The Papers: 'Trump demands Iran's surrender' and 'UK voters say no to joining war' Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The conflict in the Middle East continues to lead today's papers as the US calls for Iran's "unconditional surrender". Bridgerton actor told disability could hold her back - then Netflix came calling Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Gracie McGonigal says fans have been "unbelievable" since the release of season four. From a £1bn dream to a brutal collapse: How Brewdog hit the rocks Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The rise and fall of the garage start-up which set out to revolutionise the brewing industry. Fatbikes are wreaking havoc in Sydney's wealthy beach suburbs Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Teens are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge. 'We couldn't sleep because of fear': Residents flee as Israel pounds south Beirut Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Communities across huge swathes of Lebanon have been told by Israel to leave their homes due to military action against Hezbollah. Emirates resumes some Dubai flights – what's the latest on travel to UK? Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 New flights to the UK from the Middle East follow days of widespread air travel disruption which had left Britons stranded. Four arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran's intelligence service Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The men were arrested on Friday on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service. Five ways the Iran war could affect you - in charts Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households.
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