![]() NEWS.com.au | Hung parliament likely in Sout Australia The Australian THE polls have closed in South Australia as counting begins in what is set to be a tight election contest. All signs still point to a hung parliament and tonight's count will be closely watched by Kevin Rudd and Tony Abbott. The result, which may not ... Labor likely to lose at least six seats - poll Redmond encouraged by poll predictions South Australia State Election 2010 result |
![]() ABC Online | 'Frustrated youths' gain support after racing riot ABC Online Australia's drag racing association says the Victorian Government must bear some responsibility for fuelling the frustrating of motor sports fans, following a riot in Melbourne's south-east. Last night, about 2000 people took to the streets of Oakleigh ... Revheads cause chaos in Melbourne Thousands riot over Easternats cancellation |
Injured digger in Afghanistan fought on Sydney Morning Herald An injured Australian soldier continued fighting in southern Afghanistan for two days before he sought help, because he didn't want to let his mates down. The latest casualty occurred on Tuesday from an improvised explosive device detonated by ... Sixth soldier wounded in roadside bomb Sixth wounded soldier identified after IED attack |
![]() ABC Online | It will cross the coast in the early hours of the morning (www.bom.gov.au) ABC Online The Queensland Government has approved the use of forced evacuations to ensure the safety of residents in the north of the state who may be affected by Tropical Cyclone Ului. Ului is about 365 kilometres east-north-east of Mackay and travelling ... Disaster declared ahead of Ului's arrival 'Disaster' declared ahead of Ului Coastal areas on alert for cyclone |
![]() Times Online | Teenage ironman Saxon Bird dies at surf lifesaving titles The Australian THE death of a teenage ironman at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships yesterday will be investigated by police, after organisers pushed ahead with the event amid warnings over dangerous surf whipped up by Cyclone Ului. ... Lifesavers mourn rising star Teen iron man dies in rough Australian seas Mother's cry haunts Kurrawa beach |
![]() Washington Post | UN chief Ban Ki-Moon set for Mid-East push BBC News The UN secretary general is due in Israel to keep up diplomatic pressure for a resumption of peace talks between the Israelis and the Palestinians. Ban Ki-Moon is scheduled to meet leaders from both sides, and to visit Gaza, where the UN administers ... Analysis: Spat with Israel strengthens US hand Top US Reform rabbi to Israel: Freeze East Jerusalem building Clinton Calls Israel's Moves to Ease Tension 'Useful' |
![]() The Age | Federal health stoush set to rumble on ABC Online Kevin Rudd and Tony Abbott are trading insults as their political parties argue over the format of Tuesday's health debate. LEIGH SALES, PRESENTER: The pre-debate sparring is in full swing as the Prime Minister and Opposition Leader prepare to face off ... No prime time debate as Govt insists leaders clash over lunch Abbott plan empowers<br/>families to have children The benefits of a predecessor's fury |
![]() The Age | Maria Silva prepares legal action for detention The Age Maria Silva - the tourist cleared of drug charges this week after her imported lemon-flavoured Filipino iced tea was proved not to be amphetamines - is readying legal action against Australian authorities. Mr Tonkin yesterday told The Age the "general ... Woman held in drug mix-up wants apology Customs mistakes iced tea for drugs Philipino tourist wants apology for being false arrested |
![]() ABC Online | Panel Discuss Obama-Baier Interview on Health Care Reform FOXNews This is a rush transcript of "Special Report With Bret Baier" from March 17, 2010. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. BRET BAIER, "SPECIAL REPORT": We have expanded panel tonight. Syndicated columnist Charles Krauthammer, ... Obama delays Australia visit until June Obama delays Australia trip again Obama makes his case for healthcare reform on Fox News |
![]() Times Online | Pope prepares letter on Irish abuse amid growing anger Sydney Morning Herald Pope Benedict XVI was preparing Saturday to issue a pastoral letter on the child abuse scandal in the Church in Ireland, amid growing anger about similar affairs in other countries. And one Irish group representing victims of the abuse made it clear ... Pope to address child abuse scandal Sorrow and shame over child abuse Vatican to issue Pope's letter on Irish child sex abuse |