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Why a prison unit sits empty amid overcrowding crisis Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
The notorious Unit 18, a makeshift youth detention facility within the adult Casuarina Prison, has sat empty for at least a week while other WA prisons are bursting at the seams.Â
From buckin' bulls to boxing: Aussie champ's new challenge Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
In his 50s, retired bull rider Troy Dunn has taken up boxing because it's "easier" on his body.
Chalmers reveals gas tax revenue is up in federal budget Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the tax on offshore gas projects has raised more revenue than expected this year, as he prepares to hand down a budget focused on fixing a "broken" housing market and tax system.
Students chasing hydrogen racing world title in Switzerland Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
A group of Whyalla high school students is heading to Switzerland to race a remote-control hydrogen-powered car that they designed and engineered.Â
Iran fears captain may be denied entry to US for World Cup Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Iran demands assurances that team members who served in the Revolutionary Guard, including skipper Mehdi Taremi, will be able to get visas for the FIFA World Cup.
Singer Kira Puru was 'immediately humbled' on first acting job Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Kira Puru is known for their triple j Hottest 100-charting energetic pop music, but this year the musician has roles in not one, but two of the biggest Australian TV shows. What's behind the pivot?
Live: Iran's IRGC threatens US sites as Trump awaits Tehran response Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to target US sites if its tankers come under fire, Iranian media is reporting. It comes as Washington continues to wait for Tehran's response to its latest negotiating position. Follow live.Â
How a post office in a train carriage became a popular meeting spot Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
A train carriage that has been transformed into a Wheatbelt post office is bringing a small community together.Â
Cider mill makes sweet comeback after 100 years Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
A recently restored, hand-powered mill that revolutionised cider-making has crushed its first batch of apples in more than 100 years.
Ongoing breakdowns hamper breast screening service in Tasmania Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Angie is almost the age her mum was when she died from breast cancer, so getting a screening is important to her. But access to Tasmania's screening service has been difficult.
WA teens say anonymous 'alt' accounts used to bypass social media ban Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026
Teenagers in Western Australia's north are calling for better social media regulation to prevent "alt" accounts from spreading malicious content.Â
Vine out of Giro after horrific crash, director called 'scared dog' by riders Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
Jay Vine's awful luck continued on stage two of the Giro d'Italia with the Australian taken to hospital following a horror crash on wet roads that saw multiple riders abandon the race.
The 'little plastic ponies' capturing hearts across Australia Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
Model horses are a hobby not many are familiar with. But collectors say it should not be reduced to playing with toys.
Regional sports 'stronger through diversity' as refugees thrive on field Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
A hockey program in Toowoomba is helping Yazidi refugees adapt to life in Australia and build a community.Â
The 'barrier' that must be removed before landmark Defence inquiry Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
The impending military sexual violence inquiry is a time for Defence to "reckon with" its past. But advocates say it will be half-baked unless defence lifts gag orders on victims ahead of hearings.
Whale disposal scrutinised after boat ramp 'debacle' attracts sharks Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
Marine scientists want to see whale carcasses towed offshore and disposed of out to sea in a process they say is safer, cheaper and more ecologically friendly.
The invisible problem sitting under Queensland streets and homes Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
At least 22,000km of water mains in Queensland's network are headed towards the end of their useful life span, leading to an "infrastructure cliff".
Leah Purcell's The Drover's Wife becomes a powerful new opera Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
Leah Purcell’s The Drover’s Wife is being transformed into an opera with music by George Palmer and starring soprano Nina Korbe.Â
How Nigel Farage went from outsider to contender for UK PM Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
Nigel Farage has his eye on the prime minister's job himself and, if Reform can sustain this level of support at a general election, the keys to Downing Street may fall to him.Â
MP threatens to challenge UK PM Starmer after local election defeat Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is facing a new setback to his leadership after a former minister said she would challenge him for the top job.
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Challenge Starmer by Monday or I will, Labour MP tells cabinet Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Catherine West tells the BBC if a leadership hopeful does not put themselves forward she will try to trigger a contest. Labour MPs have put Starmer on notice after election battering. Can he turn it around? Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Even the prime minister's most loyal ministers are pushing him to change, writes Laura Kuenssberg. How Reform won votes from Swansea to Sunderland Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Many voters have turned to Reform UK with devastating consequences for the main two parties, Labour and the Conservatives. Britons on virus-hit cruise ship to isolate at hospital after being flown to UK Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The MV Hondius is expected to dock in the Canary Islands this weekend. Steve Rosenberg: This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow felt very different Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The BBC's Russia editor reports from a Red Square with none of the military hardware which the Kremlin normally showcases to project power internationally. Teachers in England to vote on striking over pay Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The National Education Union says it will hold a formal ballot this autumn without "urgent action". Antisemitism 'a problem for all of us to fix', religious leaders say in letter Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 In recent months, there have been a string of attacks at synagogues and other Jewish sites. How the winner-takes-all voting system has turned on Labour and the Tories Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 The first-past-the-post system favoured Reform in this English local elections Green gains see Labour lose control of Lewisham and Lambeth Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The Greens become the largest party in two former Labour strongholds in south London. SNP leader John Swinney rules out Holyrood talks with Reform UK Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The nationalists secured 58 seats in their fifth consecutive election win, but that is short of an overall majority. Plaid Cymru wants to run Welsh government on its own, leader says Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Rhun ap Iorwerth said he will try to run a minority government after his party's Senedd election triumph. Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation. Adolescence, Amandaland and Traitors stars ready for Bafta TV Awards Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Big names and rising stars will be honoured on the biggest night in the British TV calendar. The Papers: 'Plot to oust Starmer' and 'Gord help us all' Posted on Sunday May 10, 2026 Sunday's papers lead on the fallout from the local elections and Gordon Brown's return to politics. HMS Dragon heads to Middle East for potential Strait of Hormuz mission Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when fighting in the region ends. Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39 Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month. Man arrested after car hit group in Nottinghamshire town Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 One person suffered life-threatening injuries and four others were hurt in the incident. I will serve - not rule over Hungary, says new PM Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán. Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has presented Fifa with 10 conditions for participation at the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada. Warm weekend forecast before Arctic air brings cold spell next week Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026 Colder conditions will dominate next week after a brief hit of warmer weather for some this weekend as Matt Taylor explains.
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