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News from the ABC Australia Breaking: Olympic authorities sign off on controversial rowing and canoeing venue The Fitzroy River in Rockhampton will host the events despite concerns over its current, length and crocodile inhabitants.  New laws on mining objections 'hacking at safety net' Proposed laws in Queensland would restrict who can object to a mine and give politicians greater control over whether objections are heard in court. Greene to leave Giants ahead of potential move to Cats After much speculation, Toby Greene is departing the Giants to return to Victoria, as he eyes a move to the Cats in 2027. The Italian dog breed helping farmers protect their livestock Pest animals cost Australia's farmers about $1 billion a year, but Maremma guardian dogs could play a vital role in protecting vulnerable livestock. Country police dangle $20 reward for sober drivers In a novel reversal of the usual approach to drink driving, police in Manjimup have been offering $20 vouchers to drivers who blow zero when breathalysed. Cheryl Grimmer's family 'deeply angry' as decision to drop case upheld Cheryl Grimmer's family says more than 50 detailed submissions have been met with an extraordinarily brief determination after the DPP upheld the decision to abandon the case. Landcare group prepares for new battle against billion-dollar mine Approval for a proposed silver mine in Central NSW was overturned in a legal challenge by a landcare group, but the project is set to be reassessed by the Independent Planning Commission. Family members pay tribute to Qld woman who died in Indonesia fall Brianna Cronin's family has paid tribute to the 29-year-old following her death in Indonesia, and is calling for public assistance to bring her home. Housing Trust apologises to tenant after delays to remove black mould The South Australian Ombudsman has found the Housing Trust failed to ensure a property met "reasonable standards of health and safety" despite multiple reports of black mould from the tenant. Cold case trial told tenant was murdered over $2k in rent arrears Steven Johnson pleads not guilty to one charge of murder in relation to the disappearance of 38-year-old Christopher Jarvis near Warrnambool 20 years ago. Broncos NRLW stars credit 'Princey blow-up' for season turnaround Tamika Upton and Romy Teitzel insist an emotive half-time address from coach Scott Prince was the catalyst for the team's return to form. Families stunned by order to remove 'non-compliant' tributes from gravesites The Bunbury Cemetery Board is under fire from locals after issuing 28-day removal notices for "non-compliant" tributes at gravesites. One Nation volunteer previously promoted neo-Nazi ideologies A One Nation volunteer at a WA by-election was found by a tribunal to have previously promoted racist and neo-Nazi ideologies. Live: RBA more likely to raise rates as US Federal Reserve lifts to 4pc Markets are pricing in a nearly 90 per cent chance of Australia's reserve bank lifting interest rates in September following the US Federal Reserve's decision to hike rates.  'Grand old dame' mountain chalet to reopen after more than 20 years A new generation is set to breathe life into the heritage-listed Mount Buffalo Chalet, which is reopening after a 20-year hiatus. Dozens of homeless people at Perth camp given less than a week to move Roughly 50 people staying in tents and cars at a makeshift camp in the City of Rockingham have been ordered by the state government to clear the area, leaving many scared and with nowhere else to go. WTA Finals hoped to become 'Super Bowl of women's sports' The season-ending WTA Finals find a new home in North Carolina, as the tour seeks to take greater control of its flagship event amid financial concerns. Live: Labor folds to pressure, scraps $5,000 veterans allied health cap The federal government has bowed to pressure and scrapped its proposed $5,000 veteran allied health cap announced in this year's federal budget. Follow live. Geologist hopes to find evidence of underwater volcano About 60 years ago, an oil and gas survey found unusual reefs off the South Australian coastline. Now, a geologist wants to know whether they are evidence of an underwater volcano. End of certainty: Why Andrew Barr's job just became a whole lot harder The task of running a government in the territory just got significantly harder, probably for everyone and likely forever. News from the BBC World Service Body found in search for missing three-year-old Noah Woods Police divers discover child's body in a pond after Noah went missing from a playground on Tuesday. US interest rates raised for first time in three years Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut. 'Grief can colour memory': Palace responds after Earl Spencer's claim in Diana book Diana's brother claimed the then-Prince of Wales said she would be forgotten "soon enough" days after her death. New hope for breast cancer patients as life-extending drug now on NHS in England Enhertu, which can give patients an extra seven months to live on average, has been prescribed in Scotland for more than two years and is available. Interest rates hold expected but Bank of England facing tough choices Forecasts of further rises in the inflation rate mean some analysts expect the Bank to act by the end of the year. Snapchat 'willing to implement' daily time limits for teens, boss tells BBC Evan Speigel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC. At least seven months of relentless rain needed to end drought, research shows Almost 75% of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer. 'Putney pusher' suspect found dead at home Nicholas Brandram was a suspect in the incident where a woman was shoved into the path of a bus nine years ago. EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member' Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump. Two Britons among three killed in Swiss Alps light aircraft crash Authorities say the plane took off from the Rhône Valley and collided with a mountain slope about 10 minutes later. Chelsea chairman and director sell stakes in club to majority owner Clearlake Clearlake Capital acquires full control of Chelsea as chairman Todd Boehly, director Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss sell their stakes in the club. Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News. 'My rent was higher than my student loan' - the booming cost of private halls Private student halls are springing up in Scotland's cities in ever increasing numbers yet rents continue to soar. Mum's Facebook kidney plea prompts 'mind-blowing' gift from total stranger A woman has undergone a lifesaving transplant after receiving a kidney from a stranger who saw her post on social media. Handbags, jewels, watches: Inside Singapore's dirty money auction The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction. Why caffeine makes some people buzz - and others barely notice Scientists say it all depend on caffeine habits, lifestyle and one factor we have no control over: our genes. The Papers: King's 'astonishing outburst' and 'heartbreak' after search for missing Noah Several of today's papers splash on the Palace's response to Earl Spencer's claim in his upcoming book about his sister Diana. Watch: Why has the Federal Reserve raised interest rates? The BBC's Samira Hussain looks at the factors considered in the increase and what it could mean for the US economy. No fire alarms or sprinklers at Pakistan neonatal unit where fire killed 14, report finds A firefighter tells the BBC that rescuers had said many doors near the unit were locked, obstructing their route to the babies. Village votes to leave UK over asylum housing plan in symbolic referendum Piddington residents vote over proposals to house up to 1,256 male asylum seekers nearby. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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