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News from the ABC Australia

Joyce dismisses threats of 'tanked economy' from negative migration rates
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

One Nation's treasury spokesperson Barnaby Joyce says his party is prepared to put the will of the people ahead of the opinions of economists, as he faces claims on ABC's National Forum that net negative migration would "tank" Australia's economy.

Local government inspector launches probe into City of Perth
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The Local Government Inspector launches further investigation into problems at the City of Perth.

SA Health employee reprimanded for accessing Tony Modra's medical records
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A SA Health employee has been reprimanded for snooping on AFL legend Tony Modra's private medical records after he was seriously injured in a truck crash, while two other workers remain under investigation, the health department says.

Minister flies to Pilbara after report of up to 15 kids living unsupervised
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Child Protection Minister Jessica Stojkovski flies into Port Hedland amid a report that up to 15 children, some as young as five, are living unsupervised in a home in South Hedland.

Yemen's Houthi rebels seize more key islands in Red Sea to grip shipping route
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels capture more key islands in the Red Sea, strengthening their control of a major maritime shipping route, according to officials.

The 'kooky' show that lured Celeste Barber back to the theatre
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Working in hospitality, Barber longed to perform on the Sydney Theatre Company stage. Next year, she will star in its production of The Book of Liz by Amy and David Sedaris.

Prominent pork industry identity charged over alleged multi-million-dollar fraud
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Darren and Cameron Wilson have been charged over allegations they kept millions in sales off the books of a business for personal use between 2017 and 2026.

Star Hawk's season over after ACL injury
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Hawthorn have suffered a massive setback in their quest for an AFLW finals berth, losing captain Emily Bates for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

'Bittersweet' Swans captaincy call for Rampe
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Dane Rampe will stand in for injured Sydney captain Callum Mills on the finals stage again as the Swans veteran weighs up his AFL future beyond September.

HYROX Beijing sparks backlash after Aussie athlete soils herself mid-race
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Video of an Australian woman who completed and won an endurance event in China after soiling herself has sparked debate about sport hygiene standards.

'Thinking about my ute': How 12yo passed time on 16-day walk to meet PM
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The rural New South Wales boy has capped off an intense 16-day mission for paediatric health with his mum and support crew.

Family of murdered teen pleads for action to solve 36-year cold case
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The family of missing teen Colleen Walker-Craig is calling for decisive action from police as homicide detectives return to northern NSW.

Inquest into woman's disappearance hears of final conversation with daughter
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Skye Lemon has told a coronial inquest she felt a detective "committed" to finding out what happened to her mother dramatically changed his line of inquiry after he learnt what she told her mother before she went missing in Far North Queensland in 1998.

Major private hospital operator to be divided up following financial collapse
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Australia's second-largest private hospital operator will be divided between a consortium after it went into receivership last year.

Footballers accused of rape thought they 'could be on' for group sex
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A jury hears two Scone footballers believed they "could be on" for group sex on the night they allegedly raped a woman.

Jordan Petaia returns to Wallabies squad after NFL stint
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Precocious outside back Jordan Petaia is back in the Wallabies squad for the first time since the 2023 Rugby World Cup as Australia brace for the Springboks.

'Everything Netanyahu is not': The 'straight' shooter looking to rule Israel
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Israel's upcoming election could be one of the most consequential in the country's history, with Benjamin Netanyahu's own former military chief firming as the favourite to oust the prime minister from office. 

Wheelchair user refused taxi and Uber in nation's capital
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It was Rosie Putland's first week in Canberra in her new job, but the week was marred by what she calls discrimination. Ms Putland says she was refused a taxi and an Uber due to being in a wheelchair. 

Major caravan manufacturer shuts leaving customers in the dark
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Sunshine Coast's Australian Off Road campers ceased operating late last week, with customers saying they have been unable to make contact with the company.

Community advocacy sees birthing care return to regional Queensland
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Katie Craig's son was among the last to be born before the local birthing unit shut down. But after years on bypass, the service has returned.



News from the BBC World Service

Burnham cancels engagements after death of his father
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Burnham has previously said his father did not know he had become prime minister due to his Alzheimer's.

Farage says £72m donations are compliant 'with the law today'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Ministers are seeking to put a £100,000 annual cap on donations from British expats, backdated to 25 March 2026.

What you need to know about the latest donations to Reform UK
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman explains who's behind Reform UK's £72m in donations.

Member of UK armed forces dies in road traffic incident in Ukraine
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The incident is not the result of hostile action, the BBC understands.

Staff slept while patient killed at NHS mental health unit
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Inquest hears how Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, was able to strangle and kill Hugo Flint-Cahan on a hospital ward in east London.

Oasis confirms second leg of reunion tour after weeks of social media teasers
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The band have announced a second wave of shows for their hit reunion tour, after weeks of teasers.

Amy Hunt tells Sydney Sweeney 'this is what women in sport look like' after controversial ad
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

British sprinter Amy Hunt is among the female athletes to criticise the controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney.

Westminster's time is coming to an end, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders say
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The leaders of Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Fein say the UK government should prepare for constitutional change.

Steep rise in young UK nationals detained for smuggling drugs from Asia
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Hundreds of Britons have been detained in Thailand on suspicion of attempting to smuggle cannabis to the UK.

London musical cancelled after Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey pull out
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Sunday in the Park With George was supposed to make its debut next year at the Barbican.

Speedboat killer jailed for attack on girlfriend
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Jack Shepherd was sentenced at Isleworth Crown Court after previously admitting the violent assault.

The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - here's what real doctors think of it
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.

Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.

I had 11 years of chemotherapy for a cancer I didn't have
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Becky Jones is among more than 40 people taking legal action against a hospital trust.

Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Existential fears about AI have once again reared their head - here's what you need to know.

Heading off to uni? Here's what to insure against theft
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

What should new students consider to keep your belongings safe and covered by insurance?

The Himalayas are melting faster - and India's economy is 'at risk'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A new report warns Himalayan glaciers are melting faster, threatening India’s water, economy and communities.

Why a fresh wave of North Korean soldiers may fight in Russia's war in Ukraine
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

North Korea will continue to send its soldiers to fight in Russia's war, but only for as long as it is profitable to do so, writes the BBC's Quentin Sommerville.

Uganda will now take part in Harry's Invictus Games after King's reassurance
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

After a phone call with Buckingham Palace, Uganda now says it will take part in the Invictus Games.

Driver who killed Team GB triathlete to be deported
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Romanian van driver Visile Barbu's appeal against deportation was dismissed by a judge.



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