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News from the ABC Australia

AFL pushes ahead with draft changes and not everyone is happy
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The AFL is pushing ahead with draft and player-movement changes for this off-season, with Carlton president Rob Priestly and Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge criticising the move.

Breaking: Mother of alleged double killer accused of interfering with witness
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The mother of a former police officer accused of killing Sydney couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies has been charged after allegedly attempting to influence a key witness.

The six weeks from hell that whipped the Sky Blues into Origin shape
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

For the second year in a row both New South Wales and Queensland enter the women's State of Origin match with barely a game between them this year, but a six-week training block that one player called "one of the hardest things I've ever done" has them primed for the series opener. 

Breaking: Plane crashes at Parafield Airport in Adelaide's north
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

A small plane has crashed into a hangar causing a fire at Parafield Airport in Adelaide's north.

Head of CFMEU threatened bureaucrats at meeting, inquiry hears
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The Commission of Inquiry into the CFMEU is in its eighth round of hearings and CPB Contractors general manager Vince Sanfilippo is in his second day giving evidence.

More women come forward after sepsis case linked to pedicure
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

More Perth women share their experience of needing surgery after having an adverse reaction to nail salon services, triggering a warning from the consumer watchdog.

Inflation details may give RBA pause for thought on interest rates
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

While inflation remains well above the Reserve Bank's target, there are details in the numbers that may give it reasons to hold off another rate hike in May.

AI deepfakes are in our schools. What's the right way to handle them?
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Deepfake content, made from artificial intelligence, is increasingly circulating in schools. But what can parents do if their children are the target?

What is OPEC? Why is the UAE leaving it?
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The UAE is leaving an international oil-producers' group that has a major influence on the price of oil around the world. 

WA farmers seeding their 'riskiest crop in years' welcome early rain
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Widespread rain delivers timely relief to grain growers across the southern Wheatbelt, as they balance seeding decisions against soaring diesel and fertiliser costs.

Men charged under Queensland's hate speech laws enter not guilty pleas
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

One of the men told the court: "I was charged with saying ‘From the River to the Sea,’ the great crime of the century".

Australia's richest woman gifts plane to Pauline Hanson
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson banks more than $3 million worth of donations, including a brand new plane gifted by Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart.

Tim Picton's accused killer pleads not guilty to manslaughter
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The man accused of killing former Labor identity Tim Picton outside a Northbridge venue has pleaded not guilty to his manslaughter. 

Tigers, Eagles or Cockle Divers — what makes up a football club's name?
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

How have Australia's football clubs come to be named, and what do those names represent? We analysed over 1,500 senior Aussie Rules clubs to find the patterns in how clubs have named themselves.

NSW unclear on cost of saving Australia's biggest aluminium smelter
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The NSW government remains committed to Tomago Aluminium but is still waiting to learn how much the bailout will cost.

Embattled Sydney hospital back in public ownership after 2yo's death
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The NSW premier says a family's campaigning after their toddler died following treatment at Northern Beaches Hospital helped change public policy.

Childcare group G8 to close 10pc of centres after child abuse scandal
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

About 36,000 children are enrolled under the brand's 395 childcare and early learning centres, which include centres such as Headstart, Jellybeans, Kool Kids and Kindy Patch Kids.

Claims of drugs, life insurance payouts, as alleged cold case murder hits court
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Police allege Keith Lees killed Meaghan Louise Rose, whose body was found at the base of cliffs on the Sunshine Coast in July 1997.  

Evidence of 25-million-year-old platypuses with teeth found in outback
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Researchers have discovered ancient platypus fossils in outback South Australia, where they are believed to have lived with lungfish, flamingos and freshwater dolphins. They also had major a difference from the modern species: well-formed teeth. 

Monitor appointed to address tensions between councillors at Perth shire
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

A fifth local authority in WA has been assigned an independent monitor, this time at the council's request, to focus on council member conduct and improving relationships.



News from the BBC World Service

Five takeaways from the King's historic address to Congress
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

There were some lines in the speech that may have buoyed Democrats – and raised eyebrows in the White House.

A fresh financial crisis may be coming - it won't play out like the last one
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis.

Faisal Islam: Why the UAE's exit from Opec is a big deal
Posted on Tuesday April 28, 2026

It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.

Al Fayed survivor was modern slavery victim, says Home Office
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Rachael Louw says she feels "vindication" and "validation" that her case has been recognised by the British government.

Starmer sees off inquiry call - but he doesn't escape unscathed
Posted on Tuesday April 28, 2026

No 10 has expended considerable political capital in keeping Labour MPs onside over the Mandelson vetting row.

Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change.

Reform is not racist, Welsh leader says in heated election debate
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Wales' big six parties clashed in the TV debate less than two weeks before the Senedd election.

Former FBI director charged with threatening Trump's life in Instagram post
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The new case stems from a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director that the justice department says calls for violence against Trump.

Face serum advert banned over 'five years younger' claim
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Eucerin asked 160 people to use the serum for four weeks then say how much younger they thought they looked.

Weeks of silence over Iran school strike highly unusual, former US officials say
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

In the two months since the deadly strike, the Pentagon has said only that the incident is under investigation.

Eleven cancers on the rise in young people - scientists find first clue why it's happening
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.

King gets ovation for Congress speech warning of volatile world
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

He tells US lawmakers his address comes the two nations' relationship is "more important" than ever "in times of great uncertainty".

Fashion, billionaires and jokes: Inside the White House state dinner for the King and Queen
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The night was filled with designer fashion, luscious bouquets, billionaire guests and joke-filled speeches.

How the King and Queen spent their second day in the US
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

During the White House state dinner, the King gifted the US president a bell from his WW2 submarine namesake, 'HMS Trump'.

In pictures: King joins Trump for White House banquet and delivers historic Congress speech
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

King Charles III and Queen Camilla continued their state visit to the US with a White House state dinner and a speech from the King to Congress.

Watch key moments from the King's address to US Congress
Posted on Tuesday April 28, 2026

It was the first time a sitting British monarch had addressed the chamber since Queen Elizabeth II in 1991.

Billie Eilish puts Manchester at centre of new 3D concert film
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Teaming up with filmmaking giant James Cameron, the superstar creates a unique love letter to her fans.

Newspaper headlines: 'King's historic Congress address' and 'Starmer sees off rebellion'
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

The King's historic address to the US Congress features on the front pages of Wednesday's papers.

£20m mystery gift buys London Zoo new hospital where you can watch vets work
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Visitors will be able to watch live veterinary procedures inside a state-of-the-art new animal hospital.

'Like a slap in the face': Alt-pop star Julia Wolf on going viral
Posted on Wednesday April 29, 2026

Wolf's song In My Room exploded on TikTok after being paired with clips from the Twilight movies.



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