News from the ABC Australia
Breaking: Man charged after allegedly taking nunchucks to WA MP's office Posted on Thursday October 22, 2026
A 56-year-old man is due to face court after he allegedly wielded a pair of nunchucks and made threats at Hannah Beazley's electoral office in Perth.
Diamonds looking lost and panicked as Constellation Cup woes continue Posted on Thursday October 22, 2026
Australia's losing streak across the ditch continues in the Constellation Cup, where penalty counts, multiple injuries and world rankings have been major talking points.
Calls for rent cap to stop WA's spiralling rental market Posted on Thursday October 22, 2026
Housing advocacy groups say research shows a statewide rental cap could save tenants an average of $33,000 over the next five years.
Why Tesla's new flying car likely won't be seen in Australia any time soon Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The world's richest person wants to start producing a flying car by 2028, but experts say it would need to overcome several hurdles before it is ever seen in Australia.
Hospital halts heart surgeries for 10 days after nurse complaints Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Staff shortages paused heart surgeries for 10 days at a north Queensland hospital, with some patients urgently flown to Brisbane.
Motorists rescued by members of the public as rain hits parts of Qld Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Motorists have been rescued by members of the public from flooded roads as heavy rain soaks south-east and central Queensland overnight.
Calls for transparency as pressure builds on regional SA health system Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
There are concerns a lack of data on hospital demand in SA is obscuring the strain the system is under.
Putin agrees to resume peace talks with Ukraine and US Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to resume US-mediated peace talks with Ukraine as soon as next month, following a meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff.
Scatterbrained Australian approach opens door to South African victory Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Australia shows a needless sense of urgency at the crease on day four and it backfires spectacularly as South Africa takes firm control in Gqeberha.
Live: ASX to open higher as Wall Street surges Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The Aussie share market is set to open higher after Wall Street surges. Meta raises the lower end of its spending forecast to fund its AI expansion. Follow the latest on our live markets blog.
One in four workers underpaid super, with only 15pc recovered by ATO Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
One in four Australian workers have been underpaid their super — many, along with industry experts, are calling on the tax office to be more "proactive" in addressing the billions that goes unrecovered each year.
Live: AFP expects to see increase in youth radicalisation Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The Australian Federal Police warns that "rapid" radicalisation of young people online could spill over into real-world violence by young people who feel disenfranchised. Follow live.
Snail shell rings could hold prehistoric cyclone information Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Snail growth could be linked to extreme weather rather than annual patterns, enabling researchers to determine past cyclones.
Parents worried as injury toll from illegal e-bikes continues to grow Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Parents have raised concerns about illegally modified e-bikes as the Sydney Children's Hospital reports an increase in admissions relating to crashes.
Vanuatu minister contradicts own government on Chinese police drawdown Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The Pacific nation's internal affairs minister says it has not yet made any decision to reduce China's police presence.
The attack on Helen Haines was 'sadly predictable' in political climate Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Politicians on all sides of politics are doing some self-reflecting after the attack on federal MP Helen Haines. But answers to rising political violence are not easy to find.
Quick hits: Sore Smith doesn't return as Marnus throws it away on horror day Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Steve Smith reaches a major milestone but doesn't return and Marnus Labuschagne makes a mockery of an enormous reprieve on a disastrous fourth day for the Aussies in Gqeberha. Here are the quick hits from South Africa.
Sydney Southwest Metro set to open after 130yo train line replaced Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Commuters will be able to cut down on travel time, with the service connecting the south-western suburbs to the Sydney CBD, north-Sydney and the north-western suburbs.
'We're unbreakable': Ex-Israeli hostage's message to Bondi attack survivors Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Former Israeli hostage Daniella Gilboa wants those affected by the Bondi Beach terror attack to know "we're unbreakable", ahead of the shooting's first anniversary.
Military vehicle model involved in fatal rollover had previously flipped Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Defence has since confirmed one of the six-wheeled vehicles had tipped over in a previous training exercise, after the ABC revealed it had photographic evidence of the incident.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham defends Jackdaw decision as Badenoch urges PM to overturn ban on new oil and gas licences Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 The UK government says the field, which is opposed by environmental campaigners, could be producing gas by the end of this month. Websites taken down worldwide as critical cyber-security update issued Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 The vulnerabilities with PHP, a programming language widely used across the internet, have been described as the most significant ever found by AI. Missiles hit Kyiv after Russia agrees to US call to resume Ukraine peace talks Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Russia says it is "ready in principle" to resume peace talks and US President Donald Trump says the world is "the closest we've been" to ending the war. Rosenberg: US diplomatic push offers little hope for imminent Ukraine peace Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 President Vladimir Putin does not feel under pressure right now to end the war, the BBC's Russia Editor writes. 'Targeted' attack on much-loved MP leaves Australian town heartbroken Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Locals describe the MP, who had to have both legs amputated, as a genuinely kind person who fought for the community. Aberfan disaster 'most tragic of days imaginable' says King on 60th anniversary Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 In total 116 children and 28 adults were killed when a colliery spoil tip collapsed on 21 October 1966. Don't Stop Believin'! - high school musical Glee set for reboot Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Ryan Murphy's popular musical comedy-drama is set to return on Hulu and Disney+ after a decade away. Macron accuses foreign leaders of exploiting French riots Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 The comment is an apparent swipe at Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump, who both face elections in coming weeks. Google staff resign in backlash over its AI contracts with military Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 The BBC speaks to several current and former Google DeepMind employees about their concerns with AI use on the battlefield. Jailed former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson being investigated over alleged rape inside Parliament Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 While not naming the disgraced former MP, the Metropolitan Police has issued a statement confirming a 63-year-old man is being investigated. Burnham proposes plan to cut standing charges from gas bills Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 The prime minister provided little detail, and there are questions over shifting the fees onto unit costs. Pope does not need further treatment after lung cancer surgery Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Test results have confirmed his diagnosis as a lung adenocarcinoma that was localised. Will it bring down your energy bills? Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 BBC Verify's Ben Chu explains why energy prices are so high, and what Jackdaw could mean for your bills. How the project will work and the difference it will make Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Business editor Simon Jack explains how the project will work, and the impact it could have on energy supply and security. Why Jackdaw decision ignites row over climate and costs Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 How Jackdaw ignites arguments over climate and costs The Aberfan disaster through the eyes of those who survived, 60 years on Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 It was one of Wales' darkest days that changed a mining community forever. Chip muffin? Bacon and egg soda? How Just Eat's AI struggled to depict Britain's regional dishes Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 A spokesperson said it was removing inaccurate AI images and pausing the rollout of the tool. How much gas could Jackdaw provide? And will it cut your energy bills? Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 BBC Verify looks at what the Jackdaw decision means for bills, energy security and the environment. 'Mindset shift' needed within government on No10 North, says deputy Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Number 10 North deputy director Duncan Parish has told a conference he is still facing "institutional barriers". Undercover filming shows lawyer advising how to avoid £45,000 illegal-worker fine Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Mohammad Alias Yousaf made his claim to an undercover reporter posing as a mini-mart owner.
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