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News from the ABC Australia

Olyslagers and broadcast legend McAvaney honoured at World Athletics Awards
Posted on Monday December 01, 2025

Nicola Olyslagers becomes only the second Australian athlete to be honoured at the World Athletics Awards, while legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney is recognised for his contribution to the sport.

Beijing warns against using Hong Kong blaze to 'disrupt' city
Posted on Monday December 01, 2025

Thousands of people pay tribute to the victims of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in more than 75 years, as Beijing warns it will crack down on any "anti-China" protest in the wake of the blaze.

Police bust alleged 'satanic' Sydney child abuse network
Posted on Monday December 01, 2025

Four Sydney men have been charged as police allege the group distributed "ritualistic and satanic"-themed child abuse material online.

Victoria shivers through coldest start to summer in almost 30 years
Posted on Monday December 01, 2025

Melbourne's temperature is not forecast to rise above 16C today, making it the coldest December 1 since 1996. 

Thai cave rescuer to help retrieve diver's body from 'maze-like' system
Posted on Monday December 01, 2025

A team of cave diving specialists will attempt to retrieve body of a Victorian man trapped in one of Australia's longest underwater caves.

Sensitive parliament communications handed to contractor without security clearance
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The team of a contractor that was the victim of a Russia-linked hack did not have the necessary security clearance when it received thousands of sensitive communications between politicians and parliamentary staff, in a mistake the department has now conceded.

Rare but deadly Meningococcal B scare prompts call for free program
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Charlie was in a coma for days after contracting the rare but preventable disease. He was lucky to survive. 

Death toll tops 800 as intense storms hammer Asian countries
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

At least 212 people are dead and 218 are missing in Sri Lanka as floods, cyclones and torrential rain continue to affect millions of people across Asia.

Gold Coast urged to curb car dependence after light rail loss
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

With the population heading toward 1 million, the Gold Coast is being urged to overhaul its transport system or risk becoming defined by traffic.

Meet Shiloh, the last dog on Christmas Island
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Dogs were banned some years ago to protect the unique wildlife of Christmas Island, but one very special chocolate labrador remains, and she is shared by the whole community.

Energy grid not ready for Eraring coal plant's closure, AEMO says
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The energy grid is not ready for the closure of the Eraring coal plant, the energy operator has warned, raising the threat of widespread blackouts in eastern Australia.

WA government pledges $14.8m for domestic violence refuges across state
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The WA government commits $14.8 million towards family and domestic violence refuges across the state, with one provider saying it will help support women facing "life and death" situations.

Rubio says Ukraine peace talks productive but work remains
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Marco Rubio says he expects the talks between US and Ukrainian officials on Sunday about finding a peace deal with Russia to yield progress in ending the war.

Want to drink less this Christmas? You don't have to rely on willpower alone
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

If you want to drink less (or not at all) this silly season, you don't have to rely on willpower alone. Having a plan can help.

Thousands of Australians losing free-to-air TV access and facing internet issues
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

About 50,000 Australians are set to lose access to free-to-air television using their existing technology. And the troubles do not end there, with many customers also reporting regular and prolonged internet outages. 

Archaeologists bring 170yo Aboriginal artefacts to surface in the outback
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

A stash of Aboriginal artefacts, dating back about 170 years, is unearthed from the red dirt of outback Queensland, bringing history to life for the local Pitta Pitta people.

Aussies humbled by New Zealand twice in Dubai rugby sevens finals
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Australia falls to its trans-Tasman rivals in both the women's and men's finals at the season-opening leg of the world series.

How Oscar Piastri can still win the F1 world title
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Oscar Piastri's hopes of winning the F1 title suffered a hammer blow after McLaren's strategy error in Qatar, but there is still hope. Here's how the Aussie can upset the odds in Abu Dhabi's decider.

Live: Bowen has 'egg on face' after AEMO warning, Tehan says
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Shadow Energy Minister Dan Tehan seizes on warnings about potential blackouts, arguing that it is an example of how the energy "transition is failing". Follow live.

Smart cars used as 'weapons' by domestic violence abusers
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

A new eSafety advisory warns Australians about technology-facilitated abuse and provides advice on how to protect themselves from it.



News from the BBC World Service

Reeves denies she misled public over UK's finances in run-up to Budget
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says she's not satisfied with the chancellor's denial of lying and called on her to resign.

'I saw them driving over injured people' - the terrifying escape from war in Sudan
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The BBC visits a camp where people are taking refuge after the fall of el-Fasher city.

Ukraine talks 'productive' but more work needed, Rubio says
Posted on Monday December 01, 2025

American and Ukrainian delegations meet in Florida to discuss the outlines of a peace deal with Russia.

Indonesia searches for hundreds missing in deadly floods
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The death toll on the island of Sumatra has risen to more than 440, the government says.

Verstappen's Qatar win takes F1 title fight to final race
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri will contest a final-race championship showdown in Abu Dhabi after the Red Bull driver won a gripping Qatar Grand Prix.

'Rage bait' named Oxford word of the year 2025
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The phrase - meaning to get angry scrolling through social media - beats aura farming and biohack to the title.

New party founded by Corbyn and Sultana adopts Your Party as name
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Your Party delegates also vote to be led by a panel of members - avoiding a potentially explosive leadership race.

West Ham legend Billy Bonds dies aged 79
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Billy Bonds, West Ham's record appearance maker who led them to two FA Cup titles, passes away peacefully on Sunday morning.

Dignitas founder dies by assisted suicide aged 92, group says
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Ludwig Minelli founded the group in 1998, which has since helped thousands of people to die.

Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

He denies any wrongdoing in three ongoing trials over allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

Attempted murder arrest after teenage boy shot
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Aberdeen on Saturday night and remains in custody, police say.

Ousted Oxford Union president-elect 'threatened' over Kirk posts
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

George Abaraonye lost a no-confidence vote after appearing to celebrate the death of Charlie Kirk.

Will Ireland's new alcohol warning labels turn people away from drinking?
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

From sober curious to dedicated pint-lovers, 20-somethings tell us about their outlook on drinking.

They have six packs - but they're still jumping on and off weight-loss jabs
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

As weight-loss drugs grow more popular, experts warn of the risks of using them without supervision for quick, cosmetic results.

Is tracking your adult children OK or should parents learn to let go?
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

An expert says parents need their children "to be exposed to challenges" in their lives.

Billy Bonds: One of the finest players never to win a full England cap
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Billy Bonds, who has died at the age of 79, was one of the greatest players ever to represent West Ham United and one of the finest never to win a full England cap, writes Phil McNulty.

Parents speak of despair after hundreds of schoolchildren kidnapped in Nigeria
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.

Husband and wife accused of using spycam and earpieces to win almost £600k at Australian casino
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

The husband and wife are alleged to have used a range of devices - including earpieces - to cheat card games over a number of weeks.

Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as thousands pay respects
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Authorities say they have completed searches of four of the seven towers as part of a criminal investigation.

Tories urge financial regulator to investigate Reeves and Treasury over Budget build-up
Posted on Sunday November 30, 2025

Shadow chancellor Mel Stride calls for the financial regulator to investigate "possible market abuse" over briefings in the run-up to the Budget.



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