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Four artworks to see at the Fisher's Ghost Art Award exhibition Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Shan Turner-Carroll wins the $50k Open Category at this year's Fisher's Ghost Art Award, an exhibition that explores everything from grief to motherhood and hope in a world that sometimes feels hopeless.
How mutton birding helped this queer Aboriginal man connect with his identity Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
The ancient tradition of mutton birding — which Aboriginal people have done for thousands of years — has brought this young Indigenous man a deeper connection to both Country and identity.
Midterms More or Less quiz: It's Trump v Obama (and Biden, and Bush ...) Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Your challenge in today's quiz is to rank these past presidents based on how badly they were punished at the midterms.
TasWater privately blamed regulator for 'blatant mistake' over sewerage bills Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Senior leaders at Tasmania's water utility privately blamed the state's economic regulator for an "error" that threatened to cost customers tens of thousands of dollars, documents show.
What parties are promising in the 2026 Victorian state election Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Political parties are laying out their visions for the state's future, as voters prepare to head to the polls on November 28.
Shake-up of specialist healthcare proposed to cut prohibitive costs Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
As patients languish on public waitlists or struggle to afford private specialists, a parliamentary inquiry is examining the barriers to crucial care.
Can anything break politics out of its inflation doom loop? Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Jim Chalmers has fronted up after 41 post-rates press conferences, saying the same thing at many of them. He's not alone, but will Labor or the Coalition take the risk to change the script?
Gas policy consultants worked for industry and government at same time Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
A consulting firm hired by the federal government to help develop its gas strategy was simultaneously doing paid work for the gas industry, and did not disclose that conflict of interest to the energy department.
'Like they don't care': RBA's fifth rate hike a huge blow to mortgage borrowers Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
The Reserve Bank's fifth interest rate hike this year will mean mortgage borrowers already under financial pressure will need to find extra savings each month to meet repayments. It is particularly tough for those out of work or dealing with large mortgages.
'No need to sack the governor' and other reasons for the RBA's inflation target Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
The Reserve Bank is hiking rates to get inflation back to its 2 to 3 per cent target. For a number that's so consequential, its origins are surprisingly imprecise.
Democrats forecast to make gains as US voters go to polls in midterms Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Democrats have firmed up as narrow favourites to win control of both houses of the US Congress in today's midterm elections, according to the US's top political forecasters.
Ticketek, Virgin and 'protein chips' win big at annual Shonky Awards Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Seven different companies have received the dishonour of being named in consumer group Choice's annual Shonky Awards handed to the worst products and services of the year.
Live: Control of Congress on the line as US voters head to polls Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Americans are heading to the polls to elect a new US House of Representatives and Senate. Follow live.
Your hour-by-hour form guide to the US midterm elections Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Here's a quick summary of the most important things to keep an eye on in today's US midterm elections, including when it's the best time to take a break and touch some grass.
The key takeaways from Russell Brand's trial as jurors consider their verdict Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
The jury in the Russell Brand rape trial begins its deliberations in London after more than three weeks of evidence. Here is what the jurors will be weighing up.
TGA clears weight loss tablets for use in Australia Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
A daily Wegovy tablet has been cleared for use in Australia, with the weight loss tablet expected to hit shelves before Christmas.
Charlotte Miles has won the 2026 ABC Young Performers Awards Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
The winner of the 2026 ABC Young Performers Awards has been announced following a live grand final concert at the Sydney Opera House.
Two Australians dead after high-speed train crash in Spain Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Spanish authorities confirm two Australians are among the dead following a crash between two high-speed trains.
Seven flights and cruise ship disrupted in Europe by bomb threats Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Seven flights across Europe were grounded and one airport was temporarily closed after receiving separate bomb threats on Tuesday.
Beaconsfield miner Todd Russell to 'see out' last days at home amid health battle Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026
Beaconsfield mine collapse survivor Todd Russell has announced he is leaving hospital treatment and will "see out his days" at home surrounded by his family, amid a battle with his health.
News from the BBC World Service
How the US midterm results could unfold - as millions of Americans head to the polls Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The BBC's North America correspondent considers three different scenarios, and what they would mean for the country. Seven flights across Europe targeted by suspected bomb threats Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Planes in Poland, Spain, Bulgaria and Italy have been checked for explosives following separate threats. King calls slave trade a 'shameful chapter' during Commonwealth address Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The speech comes after calls for the UK government to issue a formal apology for Britain's historic role in the trade. Celebrity loses injunction bid but will stay anonymous pending appeal Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The unnamed man asked for an injunction to stop his identity being reported in connection with allegations against him. Death toll rises in Ukraine after Russia attacks aid centre, hospice and hospital Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 At least 38 people are killed in 24 hours and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky warns dozens more could be trapped under rubble. Jewellery sold as sterling silver on Amazon and Temu found to contain toxic chemicals Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 An investigation by Watchdog analysed 25 items bought from Amazon, Etsy, Temu, eBay and OnBuy. Binance says fake job interviews used as part of $6.3bn crypto hack Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 An engineer was contacted through a legitimate job-hunting platform and invited to bogus job interviews with fake company representatives, Binance says. Spanish footballer dies after collision with goalkeeper during match Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel has died after the 30-year-old suffered a serious injury during a Spanish second-division match. Reform UK councillor charged with rape and sexual assault Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The Crown Prosecution Service has charged George Madgwick with 35 offences, including 12 counts of rape. Third teen arrested after Halloween party stabbings Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Five teenage boys, aged 16 and 17, were found with stab wounds at the party on Saturday night. Mahmood refuses to put cost on care worker settlement climbdown Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The home secretary says the full cost of dropping plans to extend the wait for settlement will be laid out in future. A simple guide to the midterms Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 US voters will head to the polls on Tuesday in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency. When will we know the results? Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Once polls close, it is possible the results will not be projected for several hours, days or even weeks The key US Senate races to watch Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 All eyes are on a handful of Senate races that will decide control of the prized upper chamber. Here's a quick guide. The elections that could define Trump's closing chapter Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The midterms will shape Congress for the last years of his presidency, writes Sarah Smith, but they are also a test of what politics may look like without him. Which stars have made the leap into US politics? Try our quiz Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 It's been a dramatic campaign - but how much have you picked up along the way? Take our quiz. How 'mogging' went from toxic term to mainstream Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Mogging, named Collins English Dictionary's word of the year, was once the preserve of the manosphere but has become part of everyday discourse. I was told I was too young to have cancer, it had spread by the time I was diagnosed Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Beth Jenkins' cancer was initially missed after told she was "too young" to have the disease. 'Quiet quitting' could be hitting the economy - here's why Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 Britons have become less engaged with the jobs they do and are less willing to put in extra effort, a report has found. James Blunt on Traitors: I tried - and failed - to get banished Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026 The pop star on new music, The Traitors, and what really went down at James Acaster's banishment.
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