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News from the ABC Australia Hail, fallen trees and blackouts couldn't stop Alice Springs Masters Games The skies opened, trees fell and thousands were left without electricity. But as the Alice Springs Masters Games draw to a close, competitors say the spirit of the event has endured. Darwin accountant trades tax for cane toad taxidermy There are 531 dead cane toads in Darwin resident Mithram Selvaratnam's freezer. The accountant who traded numbers for taxidermy will have some of them wearing Santa hats by Christmas. Hunt continues for man with shotgun who sparked lockdown in Sydney's inner west Residents say they saw a man in a van, which had been stolen from the nearby area a couple of days earlier, who threatened them with a shotgun and set the vehicle alight before fleeing on foot. Restored cottage gives insight into life on Snowy Scheme Decades before modular homes and FIFO dongas, portable cottages were housing workers on the Snowy Scheme. Man pleads guilty to threatening Central Coast MP Christopher Mark Whitty has pleaded guilty to using a carriage service to threaten serious harm against Gosford MP Liesl Tesch. Kindergarten owner and staff jailed for poisoning 200 children in China The operator of a kindergarten and several staff have been jailed for serving tainted food that caused lead poisoning in more than 200 students in China. End of an area as 'Wenty' dogs holds final race after 94 years A sell-out crowd turned out on Friday night to witness the end of a Sydney institution, the Wentworth Park greyhound racetrack. Tattoo artist brings queer joy to AFLW pride jumper "Fruity" dolphins and carabiners might be unexpected designs on an elite sporting uniform, but the Gold Coast Suns will wear a Queensland artist's playful celebration of queer identity this AFLW Pride round. Clown doctors bring a smile to the sick, but not every joker can do it "OK, be gentle," Freddie says, as he leans in to see a patient that's asked to touch his big red nose. Farmers frustrated as locust control costs add up With harvesting about to start on record crops, farmers in Victoria's north-west are scrambling to control rising locust numbers and unhappy at what they say is a lack of state government support. Canberra businesses battling 'multi-agency maze' to stay open, report finds A review of Canberra's night life has found the ACT government should consider stronger relief for businesses affected by construction work in the city and establish a dedicated Night-Time Economy Commissioner. Two sisters and one piano working wonders at dementia village Min Luo and her sister, Fei Shan, played piano for a friend with dementia and discovered the positive impact it had on him. They then decided to share their talents with other dementia patients. Calls to rethink limits as Fisheries Qld investigates Great Barrier Reef coral overharvesting The investigation comes as the coral harvesting industry on the reef is facing increased pressure from environmentalists. Widespread flying fox deaths a 'disaster' for forest ecosystems Along the east coast of Australia, grey-headed flying foxes are being found dead and malnourished. Without their nightly pollination, experts say it could spell disaster for forests and other animals. The hearts hoping to create lasting impact at Sculpture by the Sea More than 60 hearts, representing women killed in domestic violence incidents, are among the artworks at what is considered the world's biggest outdoor sculpture competition. Grandfather's HQ Kingswood keeps family memories alive Almost 500,000 of the HQ Kingswoods were made across Holden's Australian factories from 1971 to 1974. A South Australian family's heirloom is now being dusted off for the Bay to Birdwood historical rally. Dees dismantle Tigers to seal AFLW finals series berth Melbourne has secured a spot in the AFLW finals series after dismantling Richmond with ease in Pride Round. Copper thefts leave Perth roads in darkness and cost taxpayers millions More than 100 kilometres of major roads and paths across Perth remain dark without street lighting because organised crime groups are selling lucrative stolen copper on the black market. After four attempts, woman's dying wish to see brother finally granted Critically ill Anna Rochford who lives with a rare and excruciating bone condition has been granted her final wish — to reunite with her brother. Jillaroos lived up to their end of the bargain, but fans need to follow The Jillaroos showed why they're the favourites to win a fourth-straight Rugby League World Cup in a big opening win over Samoa, but a small crowd in Sydney has left them urging fans to show up and support women's sport. News from the BBC World Service Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times' The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say. Watch: Will Ukraine get the support needed as tensions with US rise? Zelensky thanked the "real leaders" ahead of a meeting with the EU in Brussels. Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back - with Starlink playing a key role The BBC joins Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi as it regains crucial territory in the Donbas, but optimism has been dampened by souring relations with President Trump. Nurse stole £750k from 99-year-old woman for cosmetic surgery and home improvements Rebecca Louise Burwood saw the vulnerable victim "as her nanna" but stole to fund her lifestyle. Man killed by tiger may have had medical records breached by NHS staff William Chapman, 24, was mauled to death at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, near Doncaster, on Saturday. Chris Mason: Burnham and Swinney tussle over where power lies in Scotland UK political debate has a distinctly Scottish feel after SNP's annual conference, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason. Watch: Did Tesla really just unveil a flying car? Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased the vehicle at a facility owned by his SpaceX company, which helped develop the model. Police feared Andrew would delay search by saying King owned his home, documents show Legal records have emerged which show why police wanted to search the royal's home and what they were looking for. Palestinians and US journalist injured by Israeli settlers in West Bank harvest attack The BBC sees masked settlers attack Palestinians trying to harvest olives, amid a surge in similar incidents. Norwegian teen 'hitman' jailed over UK murder plot Johannes Natland, 19, travelled to West Yorkshire to carry out a "hit" in March last year. Woman says she was left 'bewildered and confused' by alleged Russell Brand assault The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault, all of which he denies. Analysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for Trump The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections. Watch: BBC follows Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi pushing Russia back on frontline Kyiv says it has recaptured 277 sq km (106 square miles) of territory in the eastern Donbas region in recent months The Olympic sprinter now bedbound for 22 hours a day Beth Dobbin ran for Great Britain at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Five years on, she is largely bedbound after being diagnosed with ME, a devastating illness for which there is no cure. Street Fighter movie is 'made by fans for fans' - but can it KO the critics? Cast members Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji and Callina Liang discuss the latest video game adaptation. Collaboration with Off Campus star 'gave me chills', says Babydoll singer Jamie Miller Jamie Miller hopes he's "doing Wales proud" as his viral hit narrowly misses out on UK number one. 'People call them pervert glasses': Blind users fear backlash over smart tech Concerns about the use of smart glasses are having an affect on visually-impaired users. Your child wasn't invited to the party - here's how to handle the disappointment This very common scenario can be sad for little ones but there are ways you can help them. Sign up now From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox. 'Well-known' man asks court to stop publication of sexual offence allegation The unnamed individual asks London's High Court to prevent the publication of "serious allegations". Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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