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The 'exceptionally good deal' for ARN in Sandilands's $12m settlement Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
In an ASX announcement on Wednesday, ARN Media agreed to pay the shock jock $12.09 million, with $3 million payable as soon as next month.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
The former Top Gear host shared the news on an episode of his Clarkson's Farm reality series, shortly before undergoing surgery that removed "10 per cent" of his prostate.
After 11 years on a housing wait list, Lynette is getting desperate Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
As the number of people waiting for social housing continues to grow, the amount of available homes is falling as a proportion of Australia's total housing stock.
Iraqi scores goal in World Cup debut after being detained by US customs Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Iraq striker Aymen Hussein was delayed on the way to his first World Cup, but he still made the best of his tournament debut.
Minister denies vomit gesture, says he was moving a breath-freshening strip Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
A Tasmanian Liberal politician denies he made a vomit gesture while listening to a female MP speak about integrity matters — saying he was moving a breath-freshening strip that had become stuck to the roof of his mouth.
Father of 17yo killed in e-bike crash speaks after teen driver sentenced Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
A Gold Coast father whose son died in an electric bike crash has spoken out after the driver was sentenced, saying the devices need better regulation.
New Zealanders become first World Cup mother-son duo Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
When Tyler Bindon came off the bench for New Zealand in its men's World Cup opener against Iran, he made a bit of history with his mother.
England enjoying 'right to dream' about winning World Cup Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
As a World Cup favourite, England is pushing aside decades of heartbreak and disappointment to embrace the pressure of finally trying to bring football home again.
Ngambri people say ACT government has not upheld recognition agreement Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
The ACT government has been accused of failing to uphold its agreement with the Ngambri people over the recognition of traditional ownership of the Canberra area.
Pandemic travel credits worth millions about to disappear for thousands of Aussies Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Virgin Australia has been criticised for pocketing $93 million in COVID-era flight credits, which are due to expire within weeks.
'No credible plan' for mental health overhaul promised after teenagers death Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Improvements in mental health supports for Western Australian children and adolescents — prompted by the suicide of 13-year-old Kate Savage — risk never being delivered, the state's auditor-general is warning.
AFL stars' mother recounts visit from Dezi Freeman detectives Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Kay Reid, a regional Victorian businesswoman and the mother of footballers Ben and Sam Reid, confirms police searched her home as part of Taskforce Summit's investigation into the movements of police killer Dezi Freeman.
Neighbour seeks AVO after councillor allegedly drove into their car Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Andrew Thaler is facing five charges related to a verbal argument with a neighbour in Nimmitabel.
'ISIS bride' accused of owning a slave in Syria refused bail Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
A woman accused of slavery offences while supporting the Islamic State group in Syria has had her bail application refused.
New fire truck arrives with multiple defects Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
It's a $600,000 fire-fighting truck, the first of 15 to enter service in Tasmania, but a list of faults has sent it back for warranty repairs.
El Niño has arrived and it could be the most volatile yet Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
El Niño is declared and scientists say the climate change is making its impacts harder to predict.
10yo scared by 'serial killer' game a day before murder, inquest hears Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
The mother of Biddy Porter's killer has told a coronial inquest she regrets not being able to get mental health support for her child before the murder.
Diamonds name newcomers for Comm Games gold defence Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
The Diamonds include five players set to make their Commonwealth Games debut as they look to win their fifth gold medal in Glasgow.
Townsville ratepayers hit with rate rise above inflation Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Townsville City Council will increase all minimum rates by 7.2 per cent, blaming inflationary pressures and fuel price hikes.
Socceroo's blunt reply to USA's claim at World Cup Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026
Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati offers a blunt reply to Sebastian Berhalter's comments ahead of the World Cup clash between the two sides.
News from the BBC World Service
'It was surreal': British couple describe having warning shots fired near them by Russian warship Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 The retired couple tell BBC Newsnight they tried to show the warship they had changed course in the English Channel before the shots were fired. Streeting says he would be prepared to trigger leadership contest as early as next week Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 But the former health secretary told BBC Newsnight he would prefer for the prime minister “to take a decision on his own terms”. England will not adapt style despite USA heat, Tuchel says Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 Thomas Tuchel says he is "not ready to adapt" England's playing style at the World Cup despite the heat - as it would "give up" the team's strengths. Social media has risks but has given us opportunities too, teen influencers say Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the ban will give children more time, security and freedom to grow up. But how do under-16s feel? Watch: Why is Trump furious with Netanyahu over strikes on Lebanon? Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The BBC's Tom Bateman looks at the US president's reaction to what he called "vicious" strikes. Group planned to attack White House UFC event using snipers and drones, FBI says Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 In newly unsealed court filings, the government says the group allegedly expressed grievances about corruption, the Epstein files, and data centres. Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis in show Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 The former Top Gear presenter did not clarify what type of cancer he had been diagnosed with. Briton on around-the-world walk since 1998 refused access to Channel Tunnel for final leg Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Karl Bushby says he is prepared to swim the channel in order to complete his 28-year journey. Cadbury chocolate-owner Mondelez defends staying in Russia Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 Mondelez boss Dirk Van de Put says it was the "right decision" to remain after the war with Ukraine. 'It's very Bond': Fashion experts on the England squad's off-pitch look Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 What experts make of the men's team's official off-duty fashion as they prepare for their first World Cup match. England fans arrive in Dallas for game against Croatia Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 The BBC spoke to England fans in Dallas ahead of the team's first World Cup game. Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorer Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time record scorer, aged just 27. BBC Sport takes a closer look at how he got here. 'We fear for our lives' - deadline for migrants to leave South Africa looms Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 Protesters have set 30 June as the date for all undocumented migrants to leave the country. Why is newly renovated Reflecting Pool in Washington DC full of algae? Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 The historic pool has turned green with algae just days after it was refilled with water following renovations. What UK social media ban means for gaming and YouTube Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 A ban is coming - but it's still not clear what it will mean for sites including Roblox, YouTube and WhatsApp. How Prince George will follow in his father's footsteps at Eton College Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The prince is set to attend the elite boarding school from September, Kensington Palace has announced. The Papers: ''Scary' clash in Channel' and 'Oh frigate!' Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 The papers lead on warning shots fired by a Russian warship near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel. Brazil convicts Jair Bolsonaro's son of pursuing US help in father's legal battle Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 Eduardo Bolsonaro called the conviction "baseless and senseless". Struggling Pizza Hut chain to be sold for $2.7bn Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The decision comes after a prolonged period of difficulty for the chain, which has faced increasing competition from a range of rivals. Musk's SpaceX overtakes Amazon to become world's fifth most valuable firm Posted on Wednesday June 17, 2026 Elon Musk's rocket firm has overtaken the retail and media empire in value after a surge in its share price.
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