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News from the ABC Australia

'Glimmer of hope' as near-extinct Darling River snails discovered
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

A once-abundant snail nearly disappeared as weirs and irrigation diverted water from its river home. But it found protection in the very structures that almost wiped it out.

Adelaide 36ers coach claims he was 'targeted' by refs in United loss
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Trevor Gleeson is left flabbergasted after being whistled for a technical foul during the 36ers' loss to Melbourne United in the NBL's Ignite Cup.

Woman charged with manslaughter over alleged road rage hit-and-run
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

On the day of 73-year-old Trevero Fleet's funeral, a Bega Valley woman was charged with manslaughter over the alleged road rage hit-and-run incident that led to his death.

Clean-air advocates want the government to axe woodfired heaters
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Victoria is moving new homes off gas, but clean-air campaigners say wood heater pollution is getting less attention, while some households say they want to keep theirs. 

Live: Blakey chase intensifies as blockbuster AFL trade looms
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

The prospect of a Nick Blakey trade suddenly looks very real, with clubs ready to pounce for the suspended Sydney star. Follow all the news and debate from the AFL trade period in our live blog.

LIV Golf loses star over 'unacceptable' terms
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

As it ​fights to emerge from bankruptcy, LIV Golf learns one of its major drawcards intends to leave the breakaway circuit.

Major Australian gambling companies face restrictions if NT bill passes
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

An independent politician is set to introduce a private member's bill to the Northern Territory parliament, which if passed would impose a string of new laws on some of Australia's largest online gambling companies.

Data shows rental tenants have hit breaking point
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

New data from Domain shows despite severe rental shortages, landlords are struggling to increase rental prices due to tenants hitting their affordability limit.

Live: ASX set to fall, day after Wall St hit record highs
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

The ASX is set to fall after its US counterparts also slightly dropped overnight, a day after Wall Street reached record highs. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

Rural hospital welcomes first student midwives in more than a decade
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

A central Queensland community fought for years for the return of the local birthing service. The next challenge is attracting and retaining the people who will keep it running.

Spanish pensioner whose eviction sparked protests dies
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Maricarmen Abascal, the 87-year-old Spanish woman whose eviction sparked nationwide protests, has died. Ms Abascal had been hospitalised after she was evicted from the apartment she had lived in for seven decades. 

CA 'actively' looking at women's schedule as Aussie stars raise concerns
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Frustrated players speak with Cricket Australia over the lack of elite women's matches at home in the peak of summer.

Live: Labor views split over ATO decision to stop accepting credit card payments
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Andrew Charlton says the government supports the tax office's decision to stop accepting credit card payments despite the housing minister saying Labor has "real concerns". Follow live. 

Small SA town's 'out of control' pigeon population
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

A remote community in South Australia's Murraylands has been battling to manage a large number of pigeons for about two decades. Residents say the issue is getting "out of control", both as a financial burden and a potential health hazard.

Why heavily armed police will soon be hitting Sydney's streets
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

The new long-arms carrying unit is expected to begin public training on Sydney's streets after months of secretive work behind the scenes.

Aussies hit back at ex-players in build-up to first South Africa Test
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Travis Head accuses former Australian players of levelling unfair criticism at the current Test squad, saying the game has changed significantly since they played.

'Landmark' child safety racial discrimination class actions to be discontinued
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

The Queensland lawsuits are being brought to an end in the Federal Court due to a lack of funding. First Nations families who signed up to the action years ago say the system has failed them once again.

Bathurst 1000: How to watch, race start time and weather forecast
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Here is what you need to know about this weekend's Bathurst 1000, including when the race begins and how you can follow the action.

Town questions $15b data centre set to use enough power for 1m homes
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

One Wagga Wagga resident says she feels "back-stabbed" by the development, while others say the town needs more industry.

Six cars set alight outside Melbourne homes in fourth night of firebombings
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

It brings the number of cars destroyed across the city this week to 13.



News from the BBC World Service

Badenoch says Tories would scrap inheritance tax on family homes
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Tory leader says her party is "coming back", as she aims to convince voters it has changed after 2024 election defeat.

Chris Mason: Tories united behind Badenoch - but party still needs to win over voters
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Kemi Badenoch has the support of her party but the Tories still trail Labour and Reform in opinion polls.

Christa Pike 'angry and confused' after failed execution, lawyers say
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Lawyers say the convicted killer was surprised to have survived and remained "shackled" to her hospital bed.

Spanish pensioner whose eviction sparked nationwide protests dies, union says
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Maricarmen Abascal, 87, was forcibly removed on a stretcher from her apartment of more than 70 years in September.

Boots sold in £7bn deal to Canadian billionaire family
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

The sale of the High Street chain was announced on Wednesday.

Israelis mourn 7 October attack victims three years after deadly Hamas raid
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Memorial events have taken place in Israel on the third anniversary of the Hamas-led attack that sparked the devastating Gaza war.

Man charged with 13 attempted murders including British child after Alps attack
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Abdalmasih Hanoun, accused of carrying out an attack at a French park in 2023, is set to face trial.

Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro expected to face more charges this week
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The new charges are expected to accuse Maduro and his wife of playing a role in the torture of Americans in Venezuelan prisons, US media reports.

Family tribute to 'kind and loving' GP found dead at home
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Hannah Cain's family say they have been "devastated" by her death on Sunday.

Children killed while they slept as Russian missile kills 19 in block of flats
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Five children are among the victims of a strike that destroyed 30 flats in northern Ukraine as families slept.

Watch: Stop firing stun grenades at student protests, French police told
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

France has halted the use of stun grenades after a 15-year-old boys hand was blown off during student protests.

Fraudster jailed over multi-million pound PPE scam
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Craig Morris was sentenced to three years and nine months in prison at Northampton Crown Court.

Israelis demand accountability over 7 October failures three years after attacks
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to take any personal responsibility for what happened or order a state inquiry.

Watch: What we know about Christa Pike's ‘shock’ recovery in hospital
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

The US death row inmate's legal team said at a press conference that she is now "conscious and speaking" after her failed execution.

What's in the Conservatives' inheritance tax plan and who benefits?
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

BBC Verify looks into the party's move to overhaul the tax that is levied on inherited wealth.

Two icons, a glorious farewell and a potentially bitter ending
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

As Lionel Messi's international career ends in fond farewell, Cristiano Ronaldo's is at risk of petering out. BBC Sport takes a look at what could be the end of the international career's of two football greats.

Stephen King's Carrie returns to explore the horrors of social media
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Another beloved classic gets a modern-day twist. Its cast and creator argue why it needed to be remade.

World's largest penguin colony hit by 'alarming' decline in numbers
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Climate change is blamed for dramatic decline of chinstrap penguins living on a remote volcanic island.

Southampton manager to stay in role after being given suspended ban over Spygate scandal
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Tonda Eckert is free to continue as Southampton manager after being given a suspended ban for his role in Spygate.

Eleven arrested as pro-Palestinian marches held in London
Posted on Wednesday October 07, 2026

Five people were arrested for inciting racial hatred at a protest outside the office of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, the Met says.



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