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Officer tells inquest he gave man one second to drop knife before fatal shot Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A Special Emergency Response Team officer tells a coronial inquest it took one second or less to storm a bathroom and fire the shot that killed Far North Queensland man Aubrey Donahue during a hostage siege.
Alice Springs Victims of Crimes branch to close amid funding insecurity Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The Alice Springs branch of Victims of Crime NT will be closed by the end of the week, with the organisation's chief executive citing funding insecurity. The closure will mean victims in the region will only be able to access services remotely.
Teenager accused of planning terror attack targeted LNP over nuclear policy Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A teenager accused of planning a terror attack in Brisbane allegedly wanted to target the Liberal National Party over their nuclear policy.
Tunisia names new World Cup coach after sudden axing Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Tunisia wastes no time in appointing a new coach at the World Cup following the sacking of Sabri Lamouchi in the wake of the humiliating 5-1 loss to Sweden.
'Reasonable possibility' father injected insulin himself, murder trial jury told Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A woman standing trial accused of murdering her parents with insulin has denied the allegations, while her defence lawyer has told the jury the possibility one of the alleged victims injected a fatal dose of insulin himself cannot be ruled out.
Taylor visits Alice Springs, renews call for Indigenous funding audit Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has visited Alice Springs, where he has met family of Kumanjayi Little Baby and renewed the Coalition's calls for deeper scrutiny of federal funding directed to the region.
Canberra man faces trial for attempting to murder his wife after night out Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A jury hears a Canberra man on trial for allegedly attempting to murder his wife whispered "I'm going to kill you" in her ear shortly before stabbing her in the arm with a kitchen knife.
Trio guilty of murdering teen Ethan Hoac in 'appalling' machete attack Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A third man has been found guilty of murdering 14-year-old Ethan Hoac in an unprovoked machete attack in Melbourne's north-west in 2023.
Daley reveals Strange's new role as Blues aim to clinch Origin series win Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
After his starring role for the Blues in State of Origin I, Ethan Srange is given a new assignment against the Maroons at the MCG on Wednesday night.
Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions varied to attend war memorial event Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions have been varied so he can attend an opening at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra next week.
NSW Ombudsman slams 24/7 prisoner lock-in as 'unlawful and oppressive' Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The NSW Ombudsman says 33 protective custody prisoners at South Coast Correctional Centre were unlawfully locked in their cells 24/7 for up to three months.Â
WA social housing waitlist to be overhauled for first time in 70 years Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The WA government announces plans to undertake the first reform of the social housing waitlist in more than 70 years, with families fleeing domestic violence and homeless people to be among those prioritised for housing.
Brewery fined following legal battle with Queensland council Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A once popular brewery has been fined in court after shutting up shop earlier this year due to an ongoing legal battle with a Queensland council.
The ultimate 'infidel' killed Khamenei. These women want 'revenge' on Trump Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
As we journey into the heart of Iran, we meet the women who support the clerics and want revenge on the man who killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Strike on UNESCO-listed cathedral leaves another cultural scar on Ukraine Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The historic Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra suffered "extensive" damage in an attack Ukraine says was targeted at erasing its cultural heritage and identity.
Sydney's oldest trains suspended after teens break into cabin and use horn Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
They have operated on the city's network for almost 45 years, but were abruptly withdrawn from service this week.
Ex-Hawke minister-turned Catholic priest farewelled in Hobart Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Michael Tate — an academic, politician, diplomat and Catholic priest — has been remembered as a generous man whose life was one of "warmth and service to others".
Two more SA hospitals pause birthing services amid staff shortage Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Two more South Australian regional centres are now temporarily diverting expectant mothers as Kapunda Hospital's birthing service is closed indefinitely.
Townsville Mayor Nick Dametto breaks silence on assault investigation Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Queensland police are investigating an alleged altercation between the 42-year-old councillor and a 28-year-old man.Â
Qld government to set up agency aimed at protecting children from sexual abuse Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The Queensland government has announced it will establish a safeguarding agency in response to a review that found multiple opportunities were missed to stop one of Australia’s most notorious paedophiles.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Starmer pleased 'justice has been done' after arson attacks Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The prime minister said he was "very pleased for my family's sake" that two men had been convicted of the 2025 arson attacks. Thames Water closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment. Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says country's watchdog Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The claims also prompted a response from UK media regulator Ofcom, who called them "deeply concerning". Woman left traumatised by swinging says website 'facilitated abuse' Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 She wants to warn others after her husband pressured her into sex she did not want, she says. Williams sisters will play Wimbledon doubles after receiving wildcard Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Serena Williams is given a wildcard to play alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon women's doubles. Watch: California wildfires rage near passing vehicles Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The fires in Riverside County cover over 2,000 acres, say authorities. 'Little hero' rescued drowning friend from the sea by her hair Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Tamika and Sofia-Ann were cut off by the tide and pulled under water by the waves at Abergele. What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility? Man bailed after woman pushed into path of bus on Putney Bridge Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 A man is bailed after being arrested in the case of a woman who was pushed into a road in 2017. NHS report warned of maternity care concerns at trust days before landmark baby death case Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 A previously unpublished report details problems in Nottingham's maternity units before a major review. Iran 'most oppressed' team, head coach says Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Head coach Amir Ghalenoei says his Iran side are the "most oppressed in the World Cup" after having last-minute travel restrictions imposed on them. 'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it? VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch' Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of. Tunisia sack head coach just one game into World Cup Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Tunisia sack Sabri Lamouchi one game into their World Cup, with former Morocco and Saudi Arabia manager Herve Renard replacing him. Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma. When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected? Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027. Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170. No, there’s no plot to make you allergic to meat Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Viral conspiracy posts claim there is a secret effort to spread ticks on US farms to trigger an allergy to red meat. I might have avoided ovarian cancer if I lived in England not Wales Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Heather Morgan's postcode meant she was ineligible for a test that could have revealed her risk. Woman in court over fatal Wimbledon school crash Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Claire Freemantle was driving the car that killed Nuria Sajjad and Selena Lau outside a school in 2023.
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