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News from the ABC Australia Labor prepared to fast-track fix to negative gearing 'widow tax' Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government is prepared to fast-track a fix to the unintended "widow tax" created by its changes to negative gearing if it will win the Coalition's support to save $37 billion in NDIS spending. Rugby league State of Origin headed to New Zealand for first time Australian rugby league's showpiece event will head across the Tasman for the first time, with the men's State of Origin confirmed for Auckland next year. Maroons' search for new Origin coach suffers double setback Billy Slater's old pair of assistants in Matt Ballin and Ben Te'o loom as the two leading candidates to take over as Queensland coach, after Cameron Smith and Kevin Walters rule themselves out of the race. Hanson vows to slash cigarette prices by nearly $30 a pack One Nation says high taxes on tobacco have pushed Australians into the black market, and the only way to undo that is by cutting the price of cigarettes in half. Road to Phillip Island closed after fatal accident A motorcyclist has died in a fatal collision at San Remo near Phillip Island this morning. Man and woman charged with murder after human remains found south of Brisbane Police said a search was executed after four years of investigations into the disappearance of a 46-year-old man in March 2022. 'Wake-up call': Danger from heatwaves 'underestimated' for people over 60 A new global study suggests older people may face serious health risks from heat at much lower temperatures than previously understood. Queensland graziers pushed to the brink as feed runs dry Nearly a month after vast swathes of Queensland were drought declared, pastures are bare, rivers have stopped running, and hay sheds sit empty. Stress-free Book Week costumes with a musical twist Love it or dread it, Book Week is almost here. Try these low-stress costume tips inspired by this year's Symphony of Stories theme, celebrating books and music. Hockeyroos downed by reigning champions in World Cup pool match The Hockeyroos have been beaten by the Netherlands in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup, going down 4-2 despite a battling performance against the reigning champions. Four Sydney Swans players linked to Melbourne investigation The ABC understands Chad Warner, Isaac Heeney, James Jordon and Riley Bice are the players linked to the investigation, although there is no confirmation that they were directly involved or that all four have spoken to police. Fungi fans celebrate its recognition as nature's third living kingdom The Australian Labor Party's national platform now explicitly recognises fungi alongside flora and fauna. Live: BHP reports 30pc profit jump on high copper prices BHP reports a 30 per cent profit jump on high copper prices as we delve into the books of some of the nation's most valuable listed companies. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Mourners say Jason Arday 'was hunted' by tabloid media before his death Mourners at a London vigil for Jason Arday accuse the British tabloid media of "hunting" the late Cambridge professor, as Cambridge's Chancellor speaks out. WA judges told to stop giving reduced sentences due to prison overcrowding The practice of giving criminals lighter sentences because of poor conditions in Western Australia's jails should stop in most cases, the state's Court of Appeal rules. Mangione's NYC trial postponed indefinitely amid double jeopardy fight Luigi Mangione's lawyers have described him as a "pawn in parallel prosecutions" and accused state and federal prosecutors of "trying to punish him twice for the exact conduct". Labour hire company and four farms face more than $3 million in fines A major labour hire legal case is set to begin in the Victorian Supreme Court and could see those accused face fines totalling more than $3 million. LIV Golf ending season early after cancelling final event LIV Golf is ending its season one week earlier than planned, announcing on Monday it will not hold the team championship in Michigan next week and instead crown the team champion this week. Cherry blossoms planted 30 years ago to honour Vietnam vets are dying Providing bursts of blooms in spring and a canopy of shade in summer, Bowral's avenue of soldier-like trees is being tested by disease. Live: 'Widow tax' fix expected to be fast-tracked after Taylor ultimatum A fix to the so-called widow tax is expected to be fast-tracked after Treasurer Jim Chalmers signalled he was open to addressing it sooner rather than later. Follow live. News from the BBC World Service Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran deal Trump's threat on Oman, which has been holding its own talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, comes as a 60-day window for peace negotiations expires. Tributes to actress Hayden Panettiere as coroner finds 'no signs of trauma' The US actress, who has died at the age of 36, starred in the TV shows Heroes and Nashville. Fifa executive leaves job three weeks after speaking out against Infantino plan Senior Fifa figure Kevin Lamour is sacked by football's world governing body three weeks after criticising its president Gianni Infantino. Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts Increasingly, young adults are taking anxiety medication to feel "drunk" at parties. But it's not a free lunch, experts warn. Burnham exchanged messages with person posing as Trump's chief of staff Downing Street has declined to comment on the security breach, first reported by Politico. Jason Arday's family 'still coming to terms' with his death as vigil held Jason Arday's family spoke of the "public cruelty" the academic faced before his death last week. Ex-workers tell of 'chaotic atmosphere' at new £400m prison Former workers have described a "chaotic atmosphere" of under-staffing and inadequate training. Heavy showers and thunderstorms bring risk of flash flooding to UK Heavy showers are expected over the next few days, bringing a risk of flash flooding. But there are early indications heatwave conditions could return in September. Disabled people in England to get 24-hour free bus travel The change, which has been welcomed by campaign groups, will come into effect in England from April. Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition. Over 8,000 affected by water supply disruption South East Water says its teams are exhausted as it tries to restore water to areas in Kent. Australia's mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction. Hayden Panettiere's life of struggles alongside screen success She went from child actress to Hollywood star, but endured addiction, harassment and personal trauma. Instagram and Facebook could change forever if Meta loses child privacy trial US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users. Does Reform's plan to cut £50bn in welfare spending add up? BBC Verify breaks down what the party says it wants to do to cut the benefits bill - and how realistic it is. In pictures: Hayden Panettiere's life and career, from child actor to Scream star The former child star whose breakthrough came in 2006 later opened up about her struggles with mental health. Watch all four gold medal triumphs from Amy Hunt's historic European Championships Relive Great Britain's Amy Hunt's "iconic" European Championships where the sprinter won four gold medals with victories in the women's 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay and the mixed 4x100m relay. Drugs, violence and racism: A week in Glasgow city centre A BBC investigation captures people openly dealing and taking drugs, as well as thefts, arrests, and violence. Wildfire phone alert was 'entirely appropriate', government says Millions of phones across England and Wales bleeped with a "severe alert" notification on Friday. Princess Eugenie announces name of baby daughter The couple's third child was born earlier this month at a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal, weighing 6lb 9oz. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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