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Breaking: Five Iranian women's soccer players to seek asylum in Australia, multiple sources say Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Five female soccer players who it was feared would face persecution when they returned to Iran have left their accommodation in the Gold Coast and plan to seek asylum in Australia, multiple sources have told the ABC.Â
Labor MP says linking Israeli government to antisemitism is 'dangerous' Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Josh Burns also acknowledged the government had not always acted fast enough to deal with antisemitism and said it was necessary to be "humble" in the wake of the Bondi terror attack.Â
WA regional petrol stations begin rationing fuel as Iran war hits home Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Petrol stations in some WA towns begin restricting petrol sales to emergency services only, as impacts from the Iran war hit the state.
Katherine locals survey flood damage as volunteers rally to help Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
An "army" of volunteers has hit the streets of Katherine to help residents worst affected by the weekend's flooding, as they survey the damage from near-record river rises.
ABC National Forum explores lives and experiences of Jewish Australians Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
ABC National Forum is a new discussion program bringing together ordinary citizens, community leaders, experts and policymakers to talk about topical issues of national significance, moderated by David Speers.
Court dismisses claim of neglect against WA Housing Authority Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Perth Magistrates Court has ruled against a First Nations woman's challenge after a long legal battle over housing neglect in WA's Pilbara region.
Age verification for R-rated games and websites raises privacy concerns Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
New online safety codes requiring R-rated games and websites to verify their users' ages come into effect, prompting concerns about online privacy.
Australians in Bali sentenced for murder of Melbourne father Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
An Indonesian court has jailed two Australian men for 16 years for the murder of Zivan Radmanovic, 32, in June last year.Â
'Every war game': The problem with the US strategy in Iran Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
A former top US diplomat says her country's efforts to topple Iran's leadership risks destabilising the region and strengthening the nation's Revolutionary Guard.
Goldfields teacher pleads not guilty to five assault charges Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
A female teacher is facing five common assault charges against several students.
Big Red Bash organisers search for new site to hold iconic festival Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
The event is still four months away, but organisers say the site will not be sufficiently dry in time.
Man charged with murder after alleged assault, robbery in CBD Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Police charge a 37-year-old man with murder after he allegedly attacked a 62-year-old man in Perth's CBD, causing him to fall and strike his head on the pavement.Â
The 'quite terrifying' scenarios that finally spooked global markets Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
For more than a year, traders have been pushing markets higher on the hopes of an AI-powered economic miracle and the notion of TACO — Trump Always Chickens Out. Now it looks like the penny has dropped.
Farmers warn grocery prices could rise as war sparks fuel supply fears Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Farmers say consumers could soon feel the impact of fuel shortages and soaring prices at the checkout, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global supply chains.Â
NAB warns rising petrol prices could drive inflation above 5 per cent Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
More pain could be coming from motorists if economists' predictions about the impact of rising fuel prices on inflation prove correct.
Saltwater crocodile found in dam hundreds of kilometres from normal habitat Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Authorities say they will rehome a 2.3 metre saltwater crocodile that was found in a dam near Gatton, hundreds of kilometres from its usual habitat.
Metal theft likely motive behind cemetery desecration, SA councils suspect Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
An estimated 100 memorial plaques have been forcibly removed from two South Australian regional cemeteries, causing significant distress to loved ones.
'Dad from Kwinana' Roger Cook defends leaving electorate for West Perth Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Premier Roger Cook says his decision to move with his partner to a residence close to Parliament House will help him further focus on his work.Â
Bondi Beach gunman seeks to suppress family's identity over safety concerns Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
Naveed Akram faces 59 charges, including 15 counts of murder and one of committing a terrorist attack, over the shooting on December 14.
Bali scooter crash leaves 'vibrant' mum fighting for life Posted on Monday March 09, 2026
A mother of two from the NSW Central Coast was holidaying in Bali with her girlfriends when she was hit by a truck while riding a scooter.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Watch: Why the Iran war is pushing up oil prices Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 As turmoil continues in the Middle East, the price of crude oil rose to more than $100 a barrel on Monday. Emergency oil reserves could be tapped - but few would bet on prices falling Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 A big intervention is being discussed in the oil markets, but as yet, we do not know how big the problem will be. Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader? Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 Many expect the 56-year-old, who has largely kept a low profile, to continue his father's hardline policies. Watch: Ukrainian anti-drone 'bullet' that could help defend Gulf Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 The BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale, is in Ukraine to see the latest anti-drone technology the country has to offer. Australia urged to protect Iranian football team after Asian Cup elimination Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Concern has grown for team after one critic called them 'wartime traitors' for failing to salute during the Iranian anthem. Passer-by tried to tackle vape shop blaze before inferno Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Lamin Kongira told BBC Scotland News he had been walking past when a shopkeeper ran out saying "fire, fire". Call off King's US visit over Iran, urge Lib Dems Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 The party says the planned trip should be scrapped after Donald Trump's criticism of the UK's response to the war. NHS England pauses new prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for under-18s Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 The health service said young people who already receive the drugs will continue to do so. Princess Eugenie steps down from anti-slavery charity Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 She had been patron of human rights organisation Anti-Slavery International for seven years. Images of face released in bid to solve mystery of man found dead in wetsuit Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Detectives hope the new facial reconstruction images will end an 18-month mystery. 'He's the dog of a lifetime': Bruin the Clumber spaniel wins best in show at Crufts Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 Handler Lee Cox said Bruin was the "dog of a lifetime" as he accepted the award. Tributes paid as grime star Dot Rotten dies, aged 37 Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Dot Rotten scored a Top 20 hit with Overload, and worked with the likes of Ed Sheeran and AJ Tracey. Two deaths reported to drug watchdog over potential link to weight-loss jabs Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 The reports of the two deaths of a man and a woman were made to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). IRA bomb victims' civil court case begins against Gerry Adams Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 The men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for decisions to plant car bombs in London and Manchester in 1973 and 1996. Bag of cannabis and cash accidentally donated to NZ charity shop Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Two teenagers have been arrested after inadvertently leaving the knapsack for staff to find. Rihanna's Beverly Hills home hit by gunfire, police say Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 A suspect was arrested after the shooting on Sunday afternoon, Los Angeles officers say. In maps: Ten days of strikes across the Middle East Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon and the Iranian regime has carried out more attacks, as the war continues for a tenth day. PM warns of impact of Iran conflict on UK economy Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 The prime minister was speaking as oil prices soar in response to turbulence in the Middle East. G7 nations to hold emergency meeting on oil as stock markets sink Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Chancellor Rachel Reeves will join talks amid reports that oil reserves could be released to lower prices. 'Night turned into day': Iranians tell of strikes on oil depots Posted on Monday March 09, 2026 Fuel depots were hit in Tehran and Karaj overnight, with videos showing huge fires and plumes of smoke in multiple locations.
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