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National Trust SA faces inquiry motion amid $230,000 property dispute Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Another National of Trust South Australia branch goes public about its financial dispute with the high-profile heritage group, as the state opposition announces it will refer members' concerns to a parliamentary committee.
Woman dies after being hit by ute on Pacific Motorway Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Police say initial enquiries indicate a female was out of her vehicle when she was struck.
Granny flat ban lifted for some residents under airport flight path Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
The NSW government will permit secondary dwellings such as granny flats in some areas affected by noise from Western Sydney International Airport.Â
Behind the front lines of the war against illegal waste Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
While Queensland councils cleaned up enough illegally dumped waste to fill more than 1,200 garbage trucks, investigators say they are getting better at catching those doing the wrong thing.
The dead fish waste disaster that Tasmania failed to plan for Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
High-volume salmon mortalities last year swamped Tasmania's waste streams as companies scrambled to find somewhere to accept them, documents show. There are now concerns the state remains unprepared for future mass deaths.
A secret mouse experiment in the 1990s threatened Brisbane's water supply Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Brisbane was days away from running out of drinkable water in the 1990s due to a secret mouse experiment that was kept hidden from the public … until now.Â
Breaking: Trump says he has postponed a planned new strike on Iran Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
US President Donald Trump says an attack on Iran that was "scheduled for tomorrow" has been postponed at the request of gulf state leaders. Â
It's time for Eric Abetz to tackle Tasmania's debt. How far will he go? Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
The lead-up to state budget day is normally a time for flashy funding announcements. But as Tasmania stares down the barrel of $7 billion of debt, things are looking a bit bleaker.
See where climate change is hitting Victoria's infrastructure hardest Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
At least $57 billion worth of infrastructure in Victoria is vulnerable to more frequent and severe bushfires, floods and extreme heat. This figure is expected to grow.Â
'Two years to live': Why we used our super for weight loss surgery Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Weight loss surgery has become an increasingly common option for people grappling with obesity — and many are funding it using retirement savings.
'The party had to end': Young investors torn on budget tax reform Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Some young Australians locked out of the property market due to unaffordable housing have pursued ETFs and "rentvesting" as a way to build financial security. Here's what they make of the budget's CGT reforms.
Should a nurse pay same tax rate as their employer? The budget says no Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
As the federal budget prompts howls of protest from those who earn the bulk of their income from owning assets rather than working, we shouldn't forget the relative privilege that allowed many of those people to take those risks.
Two German film students track down their stolen movie in new doco Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
What do you do when your stolen film wins a slew of awards for the thief? In the case of these filmmakers, you travel across the globe to hunt him down.
Rising costs can put pressure on a relationship. Here's how to address it Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
While financial tension between partners isn't always about money, many people clash over values, spending habits, and how they respond to financial pressure.
'I wish I were dead': The heartbreaking toll of Australia's favourite pastime Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Australians are the world's biggest gamblers, losing billions every year. But the true cost goes far beyond the financial.
Quiz: Guess the correct order of famous movie quotes from the 2000s Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
The ABC Timelines quiz is back to test your knowledge of some of the most iconic movie quotes of the 2000s.
Elon Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
The Tesla boss accused OpenAI of wrongfully trying to enrich investors and insiders at the nonprofit's expense, and failing to prioritise AI's safety.
Two men arrested over stunt at Punch the monkey's enclosure Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
One of the men was detained by a zookeeper and arrested after allegedly climbing a fence and breaking into the enclosure.
Journalist in London stabbed at behest of Iran, court told Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Pouria Zaratifoukolaei, who works for a Persian-language outlet critical of the Iranian government, was attacked near his home in London in 2024.
Spanish PM's Socialists party on notice after historic defeat in stronghold Posted on Monday May 18, 2026
Voters in the region of Andalusia have sent the ruling Spain's Socialists yet another warning, adding to concerns Pedro Sánchez's government could suffer an electoral wipe-out in a nationwide vote.
News from the BBC World Service
Married at First Sight UK brides tell BBC they were raped by on-screen husbands Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Channel 4 was aware of one of the rape claims before broadcast, but the woman involved still featured in the show. Burnham pledges not to 're-run' Brexit arguments Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The potential leadership challenger says he is not proposing the UK considers rejoining the EU. Musk loses OpenAI court battle after jury finds he waited too long to sue Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Jurors spent weeks hearing about Musk's claim that Altman had "stolen a charity." Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The US president says he is holding off on a US attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place". King all smiles as he meets David Beckham at Chelsea Flower Show Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Sir David Beckham co-designed a garden with the King and Alan Titchmarsh for this year's show, which also welcomes back garden gnomes. Police hunt man after reports teens raped on beach Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 A search for a suspect is under way as police patrols are increased. Jewish man 'kicked like animal' in Golders Green attack Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The Metropolitan Police says it is treating the assault as an antisemitic hate crime. Tribute to 'fearless' soldier who died after fall from horse at royal show Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Ciara Sullivan's father posted a tribute to his daughter on Facebook on Sunday. London stabbing of journalist was by men working for Iran, court told Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Pouria Zeraati was left with three stab wounds after the attack in March 2024. Farage facing new questions over home purchase funding Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Reform UK has insisted the £5m party leader Nigel Farage received in April 2024 from crypto-billionaire Christopher Harborne was a gift. Why people are so excited about Swatch's Royal Pop watch Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 A watch range by Swatch and Audemars Piguet is causing a frenzy as people queue for days to get their hands on one. In pictures: Celebrity style meets garden design at Chelsea 2026 Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Designers from around the world showcase their gardens at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Elon Musk just lost another lawsuit. Will he keep fighting? Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Musk's loss against OpenAI is the latest in a string of courtroom defeats. Watch: Celebrities paint garden gnomes for Chelsea Flower Show as ban lifts Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 David Beckham and Dame Mary Berry are among the famous faces to have painted gnomes to raise funds for a school gardening campaign. What is Ebola and why is stopping this outbreak so difficult? Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare strain and is in an area affected by conflict. Tube strikes called off by RMT union Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union calls off a series of 24-hour strikes starting on Tuesday. Bodies of missing Italian divers found in Maldives Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The bodies of all five Italian divers who died in the Maldives last week have now been found, officials tell the BBC. Judge rules gun and writings are admissible in Luigi Mangione's New York murder trial Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Other items found with Mangione at a Pennsylvania McDonald's will not be allowed to be presented in court, the judge ruled. Gunman kills four and injures eight in Turkey, media reports say Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 A huge police manhunt is now under way after the shootings in southern Turkey. Firm fined after North Sea worker fell to death through hole in rig Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Jason Thomas, 50, fell through a displaced grating on the Valaris 121 in 2023.
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