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AFP charges three family members over alleged links to illegal tobacco, vapes Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
A 47-year-old woman, her son-in-law and her father are granted bail after the AFP charges them, claiming they are allegedly involved in supplying illicit tobacco and vapes.
Chief minister stands by NT administrator nominee, despite questionable posts Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
A history of questionable social media posts from the NT's next administrator David Connolly have emerged, but the chief minister say she stands by her nomination of him.
Death of Filipino worker in southern NSW referred to AFP Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
A NSW coroner has referred the death of a young worker to the AFP for further investigation.
Live: Shock as Tszyu-Zefara grudge match called off after accidental headbutt Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa hotly anticipated fight is abandoned after the second round as the crowd vents its frustration at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. Follow live.
Darwin construction worker 'seriously injured' by falling excavator bucket Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
A Darwin construction worker has been "seriously injured" after an excavator bucket fell and hit him, with paramedics transporting the man to hospital.
Foreign fishing vessel filmed 100m away from Queensland coast Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
Locals on Queensland's far north tip have shared their account after seeing an Indonesian fishing boat within a stone's throw of the mainland.
Police arrest 15, seize 12 firearms following Hobart shootings Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
Tasmania Police says it received "valuable information" from the public in relation to recent shootings in Gagebrook and Bridgewater. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Large nest of invasive wasps found in WA suburb Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
An enormous 40-litre nest of European wasps is discovered on the south coast of WA — the last frontier for the invasive species in Australia.
Former South Korean president jailed over martial law declaration Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol is sentenced to five years in jail over crimes relating to his failed attempt at imposing martial law in the country.
Melbourne sinkhole caused by test that 'should not have taken place' Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
The state's road building authority says a planned test should have been aborted given the circumstances, as tunnelling recommences for the North-East Link tunnel project.
As the world warms, extreme rain events are coming hard and fast Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
When it comes to extreme rainfall, it's hard for climate scientists to say what's natural and what's caused by climate change, but they do know the most extreme events are dropping more rain, more often. This is why.
Tim Picton's alleged attacker accused of another assault, posting it on Snapchat Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
The man accused of assaulting former Labor strategist Tim Picton allegedly knocked another man unconscious two days prior.
MPs back challenge to ruling on forcing witnesses to front NSW inquiries Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
In December, the president of the legislative council said he would not seek to overturn a finding that laws allowing no-shows to be arrested were invalid, but this week he reversed course.Â
Jim Chalmers defends Fed boss Jerome Powell as Trump attacks Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends US central bank boss Jerome Powell as professional and diligent after the Trump administration launched a criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve chair.
No inquest to be held into deaths of workers killed by concrete slab Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
The family of the two men killed when a wall crushed them at the racecourse are disappointed there will be no inquiry into the events of the "terrible day".
Missing man's body found at Darwin's East Point after large-scale search Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
NT police say they have recovered the body of a missing 44-year-old man, following a large-scale search-and-rescue operation in a Darwin reserve.
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Woman whose daughter died of drug overdose calls for changes to SA law Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
The mother of a woman who died of "mixed drug toxicity" is pushing for South Australia to implement penalties for those who do not call emergency services in a medical emergency. Â
Maroons captain calls time on Origin career to focus on club duties Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
Ali Brigginshaw announces she has played her last State of Origin game for Queensland as she looks to focus on one final NRLW season with Brisbane.
Can Machado actually transfer the Nobel Peace Prize to Trump? Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
While it can be gifted, refused or displayed, the Nobel Peace Prize itself — once awarded — belongs to its original recipient forever.
High chance of cyclone forming off Kimberley coast Posted on Friday January 16, 2026
A tropical cyclone is highly likely to form off Western Australia's far north coast next week, with the Bureau of Meteorology closely monitoring conditions between the Kimberley and Northern Territory.
News from the BBC World Service
'We'd been on high alert' - How Jenrick's dramatic sacking and defection unfolded Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The secret discussions, bombshell leak and sacking which led to Robert Jenrick defecting to the Reform party. US Congress members visit Denmark as Trump's pressure on Greenland rises Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The visit comes after high-level talks in Washington failed to dissuade Trump from his plan to annex the semi-autonomous Danish territory. 'What are you showing our children?': Bereaved parents take on TikTok Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Ellen Roome has been fighting to create "Jools' Law" since her 14-year-old's son death. 'I was hit in the face by pellets': Iranians on border describe violence and more protests Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The BBC speaks to Iranians at the border with Iraq, as authorities continue to block the flow of information with an internet blackout. Landscape beneath Antarctica's icy surface revealed in unprecedented detail Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Scientists believe the map could shed light on how Antarctica's vast ice sheet will respond to climate change. Weight loss jabs are 'opportunity' for Leon, boss says Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 John Vincent says the chain could benefit from the weight loss trend, and sets out his plans to revive the business. Hundreds of children placed at risk in unregistered homes for months, MPs warn Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 A government report says 800 children were placed in illegal settings for an average of six months last year. Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner presents her medal to Trump Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Trump thanked Venezuelan opposition leader MarÃa Corina Machado, calling it "a wonderful gesture of mutual respect". I didn't give up, I let go. How I came to terms with not having children Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 After a decade of trying for a baby, Caroline and her husband decided they needed to build a different future. Chris Mason: Is Farage's Reform really Conservatives 2.0? Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Reform UK is showing 'momentum and magnetism', but faces a familiar critique of being dubbed the Conservatives 2.0, the BBC's political editor writes. TV doctor says ADHD and OCD diagnoses have 'changed my life' Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Love Island star Dr Alex George is calling for improved waiting times for neurodivergent assessments. Weekly quiz: Which place has England’s worst potholes? Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? What the 28 Days Later franchise means to female horror fans Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The latest instalment of the 28 Days Later horror franchise is the first of the series to have a female director. Israel moves Yellow Line deeper into Gaza, satellite images show Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Israel placed and later moved control markers in three areas, with some placed deeper inside Gaza than maps suggested. Cuba counts cost of alliance after 32 troops killed in Venezuela Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The recent events in Venezuela have exposed the strategic risks of Cuba’s foreign entanglements. Use film-style age ratings to limit teens' social media, say Lib Dems Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The Conservatives want to see ban of all under-16s from social media, but the Lib Dems say that would be a "blunt instrument". China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties. Boxer Anthony Joshua returns to gym after car crash Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 British heavyweight Anthony Joshua returns to the gym following the recent car crash which killed two of his close friends and team members. Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The replacement for the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties. Actor Timothy Busfield charged with sexually abusing boys on set of TV series Posted on Friday January 16, 2026 The actor starred in the West Wing TV series and is also known for the baseball film Field of Dreams.
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