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Controversial changes to NDIS will pass after Labor strikes deal with Coalition Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The controversial changes to the NDIS have passed the Senate after Labor struck a deal with the Coalition, tabling 63 amendments to the reforms.
Sydney Swans say players 'in serious breach' of club standards Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The Sydney Swans say the players allegedly linked to an incident at a Melbourne hotel "are in serious breach of expected club behaviour and standards".
Mistrial declared in alleged 2007 stabbing murder at Adelaide party Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A mistrial has been declared in the case of Kimlong Rim, who is charged with murder over the alleged fatal stabbing of a 21-year-old at a birthday party almost 20 years ago.
Unions push for renters to be guaranteed two-year lease Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The ACTU wants all renters to have access to a two-year lease, and says the government should turn to modular buildings to significantly increase public housing stock.Â
Man who stabbed wife to death has four-year sentence doubled on appeal Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A man who stabbed his wife to death outside a Darwin hotel in 2023 has had his four-year prison sentence doubled on appeal after prosecutor's argued it was "manifestly inadequate".
Man dies after stabbing south of Brisbane Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Emergency services were called to Logan this afternoon and the man was declared dead at the scene.
Thousands of patients received sub-par colonoscopies from same doctor Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A doctor suspended for professional misconduct oversaw thousands of flawed colonoscopies, with nearly 2,000 patients told to repeat their procedures.
Ministers tread carefully as Trump scales back US drills in South Korea Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Australia and Japan's defence ministers sit down in Canberra to discuss the rapidly expanding defence ties between the two countries.Â
Queensland Rail reaches deal with train controllers Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The Fair Work Commission has overseen bargaining negotiations since May, after six enterprise agreements between Queensland Rail and seven unions expired earlier this year.
SpaceX rocket splashes down off Christmas Island Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A SpaceX rocket is being towed off Christmas Island after landing in the Indian Ocean in an unusual spectacle for locals.
Construction worker confronted by men linked to bikie gang, CFMEU inquiry hears Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Queensland's CFMEU inquiry has heard three Melbourne men linked to the Comancheros bikie gang flew to Brisbane before one allegedly threatened a construction worker at a major government project.
Man on trial for allegedly raping teenage girl in Queensland town Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Clay Benjamin Hall has pleaded not guilty to two counts of rape at the beginning of his trial in Warwick District Court.
Lawyer for rapist Ralph Carr urges court to halt case Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The disgraced celebrity agent's lawyer applied for a stay of proceedings, likening Ralph Carr's case to that of the last man to be hanged in Australia.
What you need to know about the working holiday visa pause Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The federal government "quietly" pauses the working holiday-maker visa applications from 24 countries. Here is what we know about the pause and countries affected.
WA Police appeal for help to find missing 10-year-old girl Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Ten-year-old Lyndel Ningella was last seen in Butler in Perth's north on Saturday afternoon, wearing a black jumper and black shorts.Â
Family of missing 18yo hiker confronts 'unimaginable situation' Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Lily Hooper's family releases its first statement this afternoon, as the seventh day of the search for the 18-year-old, missing in the Nattai National Park, continues.Â
Photos of bedside rifle cartridges shown to Bogie triple murder trial Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The trial of a Queensland farmer accused of triple murder has seen photos of rifle cartridges, a bloodstained Land Cruiser driver's seat and shell casings.
'Can't hide behind borders': Police arrest hundreds of DV offenders during blitz Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
ACT and New South Wales police use cross-border operations to put domestic and family violence offenders "on notice", with 15 arrests made in the territory and hundreds more across the state.Â
Commonwealth accuses chemical giant of hiding health impacts of PFAS Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
In the largest suit ever brought by the federal government, details emerge about the alleged conduct of a US chemical giant accused of withholding health warnings.Â
Veterans gather to mark 60 years since the Battle of Long Tan Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The battle was fought in a rubber plantation called Long Tan and was one of the most significant engagements fought by Australians during the war, but many still feel like they are still not recognised 60 years on.
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UK 'supports Ukraine 100%', Burnham says, after Russia's drone warning Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Russia accuses the UK of escalating the Ukraine war by supplying British-made drones as the prime minister vows to support Kyiv in its "hour of need". British couple on honeymoon killed in helicopter crash on Greek island Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The newlyweds, named as Alexander Cromie and Marie Ebert, were killed alongside their Greek pilot. IVF staff accused of misleading UK parents about sperm and egg donors in northern Cyprus Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Multiple children are feared to have been conceived using sperm and egg donors which were not the ones selected by the parents. Inside secret police warehouse as Germany targets small boats gangs Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 German authorities seize dinghies and life jackets during their first raids under a new law that cracks down on smuggling. Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Increasingly, young adults are taking anxiety medication to feel "drunk" at parties. But it's not a free lunch, experts warn. Man charged with sharing asylum seeker addresses Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The 62-year-old man is remanded in custody and will appear at Norwich Crown Court on 14 September. Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko says family in 'profound shock and grief' Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The former heavyweight boxing champion shares a child with the Heroes actress, who died on Sunday. Heavy showers and thunderstorms bring risk of flash flooding to UK Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Heavy showers are expected over the next few days, bringing a risk of flash flooding. But there are early indications heatwave conditions could return in September. What's at stake as US states take Meta to court over child privacy? Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users. Officers told not to pursue car on wrong side of motorway before crash, says Ireland's police body Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The Garda Representative Association said officers were given a command to "disengage" with the car after it took "evasive action". Kanye West announces tour dates in Russia Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The musician would be the first major Western artist to play Russia since the invasion of Ukraine. Ex-workers tell of 'chaotic atmosphere' at new £400m prison Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Former workers have described a "chaotic atmosphere" of under-staffing and inadequate training. 'I'm in Barbados': The dos and don'ts of writing an out-of-office reply Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 As we hit peak holiday season, the BBC looks at the dos and don'ts of composing a good out-of-office message. Why is feeding deer in the Royal Parks dangerous? Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 From safety risks to photography tips, here is what you need to know about the deer in London's Royal Parks. Hayden Panettiere's life of struggles alongside screen success Posted on Monday August 17, 2026 She went from child actress to Hollywood star, but endured addiction, harassment and personal trauma. What it's like to be on a warship like the USS Abraham Lincoln Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Concerns have mounted about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since 11 December. Watch: What we learned from opening statements in Tupac murder trial Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil breaks down the key arguments as the long-awaited trial gets under way. AI to help planes avoid climate-warming vapour trails Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere. Esports Nations Cup delayed to 2027 as Iran conflict continues Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Organisers say postponing the contest will allow them to lay on the event fans deserve. Job vacancies at five-year low as smaller firms scale back recruitment Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Small firms cite labour and operating costs as reasons for scaling back hiring, the UK's statistics body says.
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