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The hotel booking mix-up that could free mushroom murderer
A table tennis tournament and a throat lozenge could help Erin Patterson's lawyers overturn her convictions.
August 22, 2026Johnson-Thompson and Asher-Smith out of Commonwealths
Olympic silver medallist Katarina Johnson-Thompson pulls out of the Commonwealth Games because of injury.
July 23, 2026Is 2026 the Commonwealth Games' last dance or a future-proofing revamp?
It's been going for 96 years - but many doubted the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which open in Glasgow on Thursday, would happen. So what could the future hold for the event?
July 23, 2026Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
June 23, 2026Watch: World Cup fans react to US defeating Australia to reach knockout round
US supporters were delighted after their team won 2-0 against the Socceroos while Australian fans were left disappointed but still hopeful.
June 20, 2026‘I don’t know why they’re coming’: Australians on Harry and Meghan's visit
The BBC spoke to people in Sydney to hear their thoughts on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s trip to Australia.
April 13, 2026Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman
The Australian town has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
March 30, 2026Dollar holds firm as risk of protracted Middle East war saps sentiment - Reuters
Dollar holds firm as risk of protracted Middle East war saps sentiment Reuters
March 30, 2026Two Australian states offer free public transport as war pushes up fuel prices
Victoria and Tasmania incentivise commuters not to drive as the Iran war causes the price of petrol to shoot up.
March 29, 2026