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News from the ABC Australia

Capital gains tax reform among options as Labor weighs housing pitch
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

After Jim Chalmers repeatedly refused to rule out changing the capital gains tax discount, a government source told the ABC that changes related to housing were being considered, with capital gains not ruled out.

Moguls medal hopes named as Olympic flagbearers
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham have been named as flag bearers for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina.

NT government to clear way for remote rent hikes after High Court ruling
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The Northern Territory government has moved to rush through changes to remote housing laws that would clear the way for rent hikes without the need to consult residents.

Bill Gates denies allegations in new Epstein files release
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates denies ever visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private island after new claims surfaced following the release of files from a US government investigation into the late sex offender. 

Ex-prince Andrew leaves Windsor home after latest Epstein revelations
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

British police are investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after new files suggest Jeffrey Epstein arranged for a woman to have sex with the former prince at his home at the Royal Lodge in 2010.

Man accused of murder to claim self-defence
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

A trial has commenced for two men and their alleged involvement in a string of public shootings on the New South Wales Mid North Coast. 

Labor MP 'uncomfortable' with Israeli president's visit
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Labor's Ed Husic says it is "hard to reconcile" a visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog with comments he has made in relation to the war in Gaza.

Dozens of unqualified tradies given sign off by Charles Darwin University
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Dozens of carpentry apprentices in the Northern Territory will be forced back to TAFE after an error saw them declared qualified to work on construction projects without completing required units of study.

Second person charged after death of newborn in 2024
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

A 24-year-old woman has been charged with cruelty to children following a police investigation into the death of a newborn baby south of Brisbane in 2024.

How a teenager who failed swimming lessons pulled off miracle ocean rescue
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Austin Appelbee, 13, has made international headlines after swimming for four hours in rough seas to save his mum, sister and brother stranded in the ocean. How did he do it?

Escort's disappearance 'not taken seriously', sister tells inquest
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

An inquest has wrapped up into the disappearance of Sydney escort Revelle Balmain, 31 years after she was reported missing.

Husband of woman who vanished in 1986 'wrote fake confession to coroner'
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Raymond Reddington failed to report his wife missing for several days, changed his story multiple times and wrote a fake confession letter to the state coroner, a Perth court hears.

'Shattered hearts': Piper James's family joins traditional owners in smoking ceremony
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

K'gari traditional owners have held a smoking ceremony for Piper James, who died on the island last month, to give her spirit a safe passage home.

FOI documents reveal how Anika Wells' New York trip costs escalated
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The final New York travel bill for Communications Minister Anika Wells and her staffer rose $7,000 from an initial booking due to last-minute changes.

Man accused of chaining woman inside home faces more charges
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

An Illawarra man already facing serious domestic violence charges has been given six more, including rape and coercive control.

Living costs rise for all but those on government payments hit hardest
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Cost-of-living pressures are being felt by all households, but some have been hit harder than others as annual costs increased between 2.3 and 4.2 per cent in 2025, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Hundreds of NT residents to be evacuated ahead of 14 metre flooding levels
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

About 450 people are being evacuated from the remote Northern Territory town of Daly River, ahead of expected flood levels of more than 14 metres.

Hundreds of coal miners 'anxious' as Eraring coal stalemate continues
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The fate of 300 coal miners remains in limbo, as negotiations to extend a coal supply contract for Eraring Power Station stall. 

Queensland man pleads guilty to sharing photo of child sex offender online
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The first person charged over misusing the state's new child sex offender registry has been handed a six-month good behaviour bond and accused of vigilantism.

World's fastest animal spotted in Central Australian outback for first time
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The world's fastest falcon has been spotted in Central Australia for the first time, surprising even the seasoned birdwatcher who caught the rare sight on camera.



News from the BBC World Service

Andrew moves out of Royal Lodge home early after latest Epstein files
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The former prince's move to a temporary property on the Sandringham Estate follows the latest disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein files.

Melinda French Gates says ex-husband Bill has questions to answer over Epstein
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

She said her ex-husband and others named in the Epstein files needed to answer whatever questions remain.

Palestine Action group cleared of Elbit burglary
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The group are cleared of aggravated burglary over the alleged raid at an Elbit Systems warehouse.

Son of Norway's crown princess chokes back tears giving evidence at rape trial
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Marius Borg Høiby gives evidence after the first woman he is alleged to have raped told the court she believed she had been drugged.

'I've never hit anything so hard': What it's like to be attacked by a shark
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Peter Smith and his wife were on holiday in the Caribbean when a beautiful swim suddenly changed.

Snooker legend John Virgo dies aged 79
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

John Virgo, who co-presented TV show Big Break and was a popular BBC commentator for decades, has died.

Russian attacks on Ukraine energy sites 'particularly depraved', UK PM Starmer says
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The UK leader's comments came after Russia renewed its attacks on power plants and critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

Wegovy maker warns of 'painful' price cuts as shares plunge
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Novo Nordisk is facing "unprecedented" price pressures, "intensifying competition" and patents expiring.

Starmer to release files on Mandelson appointment
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

It comes ahead of a Commons vote to disclose documents about the ex-minister's appointment as US ambassador.

Chris Mason: Mandelson revelations a scandal on another level
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer's decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington a year ago gives this row political salience, the BBC's political editor writes.

Who is in the files?
Posted on Tuesday February 03, 2026

Millions of Epstein-related documents released by the US justice department include the names of the world's rich and powerful.

Sarah Ferguson emails show increasing desperation
Posted on Tuesday February 03, 2026

The messages from the former Duchess of York appear to show her saying she feels "traumatised and alone".

'Finally got him to go today': Mandelson's emails to Epstein on Gordon Brown
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Emails released by the US appear to shed new light on the dying days of Gordon Brown's government.

I needed to face Letby in court, baby's mum says in new Netflix documentary
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The mother of one of the babies murdered by Lucy Letby breaks her silence in a Netflix documentary.

Inside Reform: Laura Kuenssberg follows Farage's party as it experiences the glare of scrutiny
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The BBC has spent time interviewing senior figures and witnessing Reform's work at the largest council it runs.

Find out how your local hospital is doing on cancer waits
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Is your local hospital service meeting the NHS waiting time targets in England?

How we decluttered our home and you can too
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Four people who have successfully reduced the amount of stuff they have explain how they did it.

Government pledges 10,000 new foster care places in England
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

Rule changes aim to create thousands of new foster places and help full-time workers.

Claire Foy says she had parasites for five years
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

The Crown star had to change her diet due to the bug which she thinks she caught in Morocco.

Three quarters of patients will survive cancer by 2035, government promises
Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026

There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts worry about lack of staff.



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