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Woolworths charged over NT crash between forklift, motorcyclist Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Woolworths has been hit with a string of workplace safety charges after one of the supermarket giant's forklift operators allegedly struck a motorcyclist on a public road, causing "serious injuries", in 2025.
Dairy giant Lactalis to close Longwarry factory by 2027 Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Lactalis has announced it will close its dairy factory in Longwarry, in Gippsland, with a phased transition of production to other sites.
Jewish community group details 'unprecedented' security needs Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Police engagement failed to engender a sense of safety in Melbourne's Jewish community in the face of rising "vitriol", the antisemitism royal commission has heard.
Mum loses second son in car crash as driver granted bail Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
A 30-year-old charged with manslaughter has been released on bail following a crash that has left a Queensland mother childless 16 years after the death of her eldest son.
School employee charged with possessing child, animal abuse material Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
NSW Police raid a home in the state's far west, allegedly seizing devices containing child and animal abuse material.
Minister says Australian IS-linked 'Doctor Jihad' can 'rot' in Iraqi jail Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Perth paediatrician Tareq Kamleh went to Syria to join the Islamic State group in 2015 and has, until now, been presumed dead.
Grass 'skeletons' hint at 25,000-year-old Indigenous fire ritual in cave Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Evidence of ancient burnt grasses unearthed in a Victorian cave on GunaiKurnai country suggest old ancestors used the cave for fire rituals during the Ice Age.
Live: Rebel Wilson celebrates win in defamation legal battle Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson successfully defends a defamation case brought against her by the star of her directorial debut.
Judge says there's a 'real risk' to safety of Bondi Beach attack witnesses Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Twenty witnesses in the Bondi Beach terror attack case have been granted anonymity, with a judge saying there is a "real risk" to their safety.
'Bleak motorways' in Canberra's south to gain housing under draft plan Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
The plan is for mid-rise housing to be developed closest to transport stops and shopping centres, with high-rise development reserved for the Woden town centre and north Curtin.
How one of Iran's 'Axis' allies is threatening to widen the war Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
The Houthi rebels, described as one of Iran's "merchants of chaos", have threatened to widen the conflict in the Middle East by declaring a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia. Here's what could happen next.
Gates Foundation met with Epstein about 30 times, review finds Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Bill Gates was aware of Jeffrey Epstein's 2008 sex offence conviction during their association, an external review of the Gates Foundation finds.
Lewis breaks Australian 100m record, beats five-time Olympic champ Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Torrie Lewis shows she is hitting her straps ahead of the Commonwealth Games by beating her own record mark during a meet in Slovakia.
Atlassian one step closer to world's largest hybrid tower in Sydney CBD Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
When construction finishes next year, the Sydney building will be the tallest hybrid structure in the world by 100 metres.
Origin Energy investigating 'potential' customer data breach Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Origin Energy says it does not believe customer credit card or bank details have been affected by a suspected data breach at the company.
Sixty bikes stolen from Darwin community organisation Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
About 60 donated bicycles have been stolen from the Darwin Men's Shed storage site, delaying the organisation's plans to support remote communities.
SA government hits 'pause' on compulsory acquisition of popular restaurant Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
The state government last week announced a $61.1 million preschool and primary school would be built on a 5.5-hectare parcel of land in Mount Barker's south-east, including on the site of popular Thai restaurant Wok The Duck.
Fox sisters combine in 'dream team' for gold medals at World Championships Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
Noemie Fox labels her partnership with older sister Jess a "dream team" after the pair combined for another set of gold medals at the IFC Canoe Slalom World Championships in Oklahoma.
Car allegedly stolen with 93yo man still in passenger seat Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
A man in his 90s was driven around for an hour and a half after the vehicle he was a passenger in was allegedly stolen outside a regional Victorian hospital.
As The Odyssey smashes box office records one name is drawing people in Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026
The Odyssey's director Sir Christopher Nolan has a stellar catalogue. Interstellar, even. But as his new film smashes box office records is it safe to crown him the new king of Hollywood?
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham pulls back on suggestion to increase income tax allowance Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The new prime minister previously said voters were frustrated over the freeze in tax-free personal allowance. US renews strikes on Iran as Trump threatens to attack underground nuclear site Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The US president's threat to target a key Iranian nuclear site came ahead of the 11th consecutive night of attacks. Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. More young women in their 20s are getting type 2 diabetes Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 England is seeing "a worrying increase" in women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes, say experts. Here's what to look out for. Ann Widdecombe was hit on head 21 times with hammer, prosecutors say Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026 Joshua Kerry, 28, attacked Widdecombe while she was eating lunch at her home in Devon before stealing her wallet, prosecutors say.
'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food. UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus. Judge rules Trump must hand over records sought by BBC in defamation case Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The judge grants a motion to compel the release of files held by the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust. Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment' Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts. Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes. 'Play music loud to remember Ozzy' says Sharon on first anniversary of his death Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 Sharon Osbourne shares with the BBC her memories and hopes for the future. Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026 The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election. Will AI help you do your job or replace you? Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening. I've got a motorway in my garden - it's my shelter in hot weather Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 It was built over people's homes 60 years ago, but what's it like to live in the shadow of the M4? Why Iran is risking so much over the Strait of Hormuz Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026 None of the choices facing Iran’s leaders offer a clear path to victory, as the conflict with the US continues. 'Burnham's power play' and Widdecombe 'hit 21 times with a hammer' Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The papers are dominated by reports about the former MP's death and the prime minister's first full day in office. France passes law banning under-15s from social media Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January. Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The hearing was disrupted by protests and a shouting match as Hegseth testified at a pivotal time in the war. Gruesome images in D4vd hearing are 'worst nightmare' for teen girl's family Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026 The court hears the singer ordered a body bag, chainsaws and an inflatable pool to dispose of the teen's body. Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025 Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026 The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
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