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News from the ABC Australia 'Relief' as world's biggest electric ferry starts sea trials It is a world first — and years in the making — and when the massive electric ferry moved out into open water in Hobart for testing, there was a "big sigh of relief". 'Seat of knowledge' tradition lives on, but you need a sense of humour Every day in these North Queensland towns, familiar faces gather to have a yarn in public spaces — just as people have done for centuries.  'Powerful message': Courthouse purchases artworks by Aboriginal inmates With each paint stroke and dot placement, art gives John the opportunity to express his culture, with some of his fellow Aboriginal inmates joining him in creating artworks while incarcerated. What we know about the pipe bombs found in Canberra this week The discovery of 15 explosive devices along footpaths near a Canberra lake shocked residents this week, raising questions about how the devices came to be there and who could be responsible. People First Bank branch closures spark concern and confusion People First Bank announces it will shut 18 sites, saying customers are choosing digital services, but for some regional Australians, in‑person banking remains essential. Asofa-Solomona plans to 'clean up the whole NRL division' after boxing debut Nelson Asofa-Solomona calls out his former rugby league competitors after making a successful transition to the fight game by knocking out Jeremy Latimore. Renters swapping apartments for boats for inner-city living at $500 a week Living at Brisbane’s Kangaroo Point overlooking the river would typically come with a hefty price tag, but some residents have found an alternative. Unauthorised ski racing event threatens 'death of the sport' after suspension A water ski racing group has planned an alleged unsanctioned racing event in South Australia, which the state's Department for Infrastructure and Transport says it has not approved. It comes as the peak body for the sport has nationally suspended racing due to safety concerns. With a team's Olympic hopes at risk, this Aussie stepped in to help With hopes of reaching the Winter Olympics fading due to a dodgy bobsleigh, the Dutch team were running out of answers until Australian Sarah Blizzard rode to the rescue and helped the Netherlands' sliders achieve their dreams. The SA premier faced one of his most bruising weeks yet. Will it matter come election time? The dramatic cancellation of Adelaide Writers' Week spiralled the news cycle out of Premier Peter Malinauskas's control. But will the saga actually mean anything come the March state election? Smith breaks BBL record and outduels Warner as Pakistan teammate fumes Steve Smith smashes 32 runs from a single over after denying Babar Azam the strike, leaving the star Pakistan recruit less than impressed. He didn't love country music, but Barry became the boss of Tamworth After 54 years coordinating the Tamworth Country Music Festival, Barry Harley explains it wasn't the drawling tunes that hooked him — but the 'family' he made along the way. 'It played enough on my life': Victim-survivor reveals identity to help others Nicholas Taylor told a court last year that he was abused as a student at a Hobart Catholic school in the 1970s and 1980s. One of his alleged abusers was former Test cricket umpire Stephen Randell. Iran's young are dying for the freedom they see in black and white photos As protests shake Iran, massive crowds rising up against the hard-line mullahs and their supporters have been bolstered by the country's younger generations. Clean-up continues along Great Ocean Road after disastrous floods Emergency services have defended warning times as locals recover from the record-breaking rains and worst floods in the area since the 80s. Why this Olympian is proud to be a gay role model despite trolling Campbell Harrison was homophobically trolled in the lead-up to the Paris Olympics. It strengthened his conviction about the importance of visible queer role models in sport. Khalid Abdalla protested during the Arab Spring. He has a message for 2026 The Crown star Khalid Abdalla is in Australia to perform his play Nowhere at Sydney Festival, exploring his experience on the frontline of the Arab Spring in Egypt. How to talk to your children about the allegations against author Craig Silvey A prominent parenting expert says serious allegations made against one of Australia’s most renowned authors should spark difficult but important conversations in households across the country. Passport rule change disrupts travel plans for thousands of Aussies From February 25, dual citizens of the UK and Ireland will be required to enter the UK using a valid British or Irish passport, a change causing major headaches for dual citizens with imminent travel plans.  No time to warn or to prepare: Natimuk met the fire of our future The anatomy of the Natimuk fire offers a glimpse into a new and faster kind of bushfire — and the growing vulnerability of communities as climate change fuels dangerous conditions. News from the BBC World Service West Midlands police chief retires over Israeli fans ban row Craig Guildford blames the "political and media frenzy" as he confirms his decision to step down. Life-extending prostate cancer drug to be offered to thousands in England Abiraterone will be available in a matter of weeks and will be offered to 7,000 men a year. Hospital violated trans complaint nurses' dignity, tribunal rules A judge says the hospital chiefs' changing room policy created a "hostile" environment for women. Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover The president made the threat while a bipartisan group of US lawmakers were visiting Denmark in the hope of easing tensions over the territory. Exiled crown prince urges world to help protesters topple Iran's government Reza Pahlavi, a US-based opposition figure, called on the world to target Iran's Revolutionary Guards leadership. What next for Iran's Supreme Leader? Despite the bloodbath of recent weeks, Ayatollah Khamenei might think he must plough on with an iron fist. Body found in search for missing girl, 15 Grace Keeling, 15, was swept into the sea at Withernsea along with her mother Sarah on 2 January. Zelensky says Ukraine's air defence supplies 'insufficient' in face of Russian strikes The president said several air defence systems were without missiles until a shipment on Friday morning. Is the snow and ice set to return again this January? The UK is set to be in the centre of a battleground of competing weather systems, but which will win? Jenrick claims he is 'uniting the right' by defecting to Reform UK The former Conservative minister denies the move was about personal ambition, in an exclusive BBC interview. Ant and Dec launch their first podcast - a smart move or late to the party? The pair will host Hanging Out as part of a new entertainment channel they are launching online. Why is there so much international interest in Greenland? The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler has been reporting from Greenland and dissects why the island has so much value in the eyes of President Trump. NHS trans case ruling ramps up pressure for guidance The nurses' partial victory adds pressure on the government to publish guidance for businesses that have single-sex spaces. I didn't give up, I let go. How I came to terms with not having children After a decade of trying for a baby, Caroline and her husband decided they needed to build a different future. Weekly quiz: Which place has England’s worst potholes? How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? TV doctor says ADHD and OCD diagnoses have 'changed my life' Love Island star Dr Alex George is calling for improved waiting times for neurodivergent assessments. Was A$AP Rocky's comeback album worth the eight-year wait? The hip-hop star has become a father-of-three, acted in films and been up in court since his last album drop. Landscape beneath Antarctica's icy surface revealed in unprecedented detail Scientists believe the map could shed light on how Antarctica's vast ice sheet will respond to climate change. Germany returns stolen fragments of Bayeux Tapestry to France Two fragments of the 11th-Century fabric were stolen from Bayeux during the Nazi occupation of France in the 1940s. Wife killer who manipulated child jailed for life Robert Rhodes is jailed for life after his child revealed his plot to kill his wife in their home. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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