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News from the ABC Australia

Brothers accused of killing stepfather outside primary school face court
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

DNA testing in the investigation of two brothers accused of murdering their stepfather outside a Melbourne primary school could take up to three months, a court hears.

Well-connected Melbourne businessman pleads not guilty to raping woman
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The businessman, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, is accused of attacking a woman at his home in 2023.

Bondi victim angry over YouTube's 'false flag' video decision
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Arsen Ostrovsky has criticised a decision by YouTube to keep a video on its platform, in which creators suggested he had lied about his injuries from the Bondi Beach terror attack.

Seven arrested as police probe alleged fraud involving regional council
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The men were arrested by detectives as part of an ongoing investigation after a council in Victoria's north says it referred alleged fraud involving council employees to police.

With women's game short on resources this AFLW player went to Doha for ACL rehab
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Essendon AFLW forward Emily Gough said devastating ACL injuries can get lost in the sheer amount of them in women's game.

Broken timers trigger nationwide Telstra outage
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Telstra says Wednesday's nationwide outage was caused by malfunctioning "nodes" that manage time synchronisation within some of the network data centres, but has no idea what caused the timer issues.

'I want to clear my name': Former NSW minister charged with misconduct
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Former New South Wales Liberal government minister John Sidoti says he will fight a charge of misconduct while in public office.

Sale of Tasmania's biggest farm to UK pine plantation investor approved
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The sale of Tasmania's biggest farm to the UK's largest forestry investor has been given the green light — with the news greeted by outrage from the state's farmers' group.

Hikers warned to take 'gnarly' peri-urban parks seriously after rescue
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Three teenagers were rescued from Onkaparinga River National Park unscathed on Sunday, showing how quickly hikers can come unstuck on spectacular walking trails despite their proximity to Adelaide.

BHP workers to strike as negotiations with mining giant stall
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Unionised workers at the mining giant's operations in Port Hedland will down tools for eight hours on July 16.

Qld business fined $1,200 after sparking million-dollar fire ant scare
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The unnamed business shipped a pallet of second-hand bricks infested with fire ants to mine sites in the Bowen Basin in mid-2025, sparking four rounds of aerial baiting at a cost of $1 million.

Passenger and freight trains in NSW cancelled due to Telstra network outage
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Services in the Hunter, between Sydney and Canberra, and around the Southern Highlands have been suspended. Meanwhile, some coal and freight trains have been halted for safety, amid the outage.

Boys reported over 'fight club' as SA Police consider new laws
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

SA Police has reported two boys for allegedly fighting in a public place after amateur children's "fight club" videos were posted online, while the state's police commissioner says new laws could be introduced to make similar bouts harder to organise.

NT minister claiming travel allowance when staying at property she owns
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

It comes after Jo Hersey's CLP colleague criticised Labor politician Manuel Brown for claiming the same allowance at times when staying at his Palmerston home.

'We spoke for Palestine': Egypt fans on historic World Cup after heartbreaking loss
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

After initial disappointment after a late loss to Argentina, many Egypt football fans are joyously reflecting on the team's historic campaign, while using the stage to show support for Palestinians.

Alleged fish poachers fined during comp in 'blatant' cheating attempt
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The group was caught allegedly fishing illegally in a no-take zone during a competition. Four people have been fined almost $15,000.

Quick hits: Belgium trolls Trump as Egypt fires up over 'fixed' World Cup
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

An all-time blow-up from Egypt's coach headlines the day at the World Cup, as the fallout from Belgium's win over the US continues. Here are today's quick hits.

In remote Australia, a concert becomes something much bigger
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Behind the scenes of the Guts tour: a roaming, solar-powered tour that snakes its way through some of the most remote communities in the Northern Territory, bringing together bands from the city and the bush to hold concerts in areas that don't host a lot of touring musicians.

Aussie doubles fly the flag at Wimbledon as mixed pair makes final
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Marc Polmans and Storm Hunter win through to the Wimbledon mixed doubles final, as Thanasi Kokkinakis flies the flag in the men's doubles.

Principal warns school could be forced to close after bus assistance cut
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The head of an independent school in regional WA says changes to student travel subsidies could ultimately lead to the institution's demise.



News from the BBC World Service

Farage's rivals rule out standing in Clacton by-election
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Reform UK leader says he wants an "establishment versus the people by-election" but Labour calls it a "circus".

Chris Mason: Farage attempts to seize back the agenda
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

His aim throughout the forthcoming campaign is to clearly frame this by-election as "the people versus the establishment".

US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The US says the strikes are intended to impose "heavy costs", while Iran warns it will "take decisive measures" in response.

Amber heat-health alerts in effect as UK set for one of longest-lasting heatwaves since 1976
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Temperatures are set to rise as high as 36C (97F) for parts of southern England this week.

'Extreme' marine heatwave expected for parts of UK
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Scientists fear that high sea temperatures could have wide-ranging consequences for marine life.

Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile project
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will convene around a dozen leaders to discuss the programme in Ankara.

Why replacing leasehold may be easier said than done
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The government wants to abolish leasehold, but replacing it could prove far more complicated

Egypt fume at 'injustice' and make Messi favouritism claims after exit
Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026

BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.

Package holidays to Dubai and Egypt cheaper as European prices creep up
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Family deals to many non-European destinations are cheaper this summer than last, as travel nerves have slowed bookings.

'It is not normal' - but extraordinary Djokovic defies odds once again
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

It is worth remembering that what you are watching is not normal - but Novak Djokovic is anything but ordinary in another thrilling Wimbledon match.

Watch: Buckling support beams seen inside New York high-rise
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The structure, which is under construction, was evacuated along with surrounding buildings after reports of falling bricks.

Hundreds of jobs at risk as John Lewis plans to cut some services
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

No final decision has been made but the job cuts will happen in the autumn if the redundancy plans are approved.

Tears of relief? Messi adds another incredible chapter to World Cup career
Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026

Argentina great Lionel Messi sheds tears as they fight back to beat Egypt and reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

England players to be told not to jump hoardings
Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026

England players will be advised not to jump over advertising hoardings after Jordan Henderson suffered a freak injury.

Fifa investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed
Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026

Fifa has opened an investigation following allegations of racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and a supporter during Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verde on Friday.

Can Scotland learn from history-making Norway?
Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026

Norway, a nation of a similar size to Scotland, are through to the World Cup quarter-finals, so can lessons be learned from their neighbours from across the North Sea?

Harry's bad news lands at wrong time, but prince sticks to script
Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026

The Duke of Sussex has returned to the UK, but his first day of engagements was overshadowed by his defeat in court.

From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The BBC looks at how spending habits have shifted as users report feeling less hungry.

'The water just came so fast': Typhoon triggers floods and rare tornadoes in China
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Villagers whose families have been stranded told the BBC they are struggling to get food and help.

Fears of a massacre in this city on the front line of Sudan's war
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

El-Obeid has been under "siege-like conditions" for 18 months says the UN human rights chief.



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