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Grieving dad plans surf lifesaving gala after shark attack tragedy Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
One year after his daughter was killed by a shark, a proud Queensland surf lifesaver says her legacy lives in the ocean.
Federal, state police target 'black flights', drug imports in remote north Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
A joint police taskforce has been launched in Far North Queensland to target the importation of illicit drugs, forced labour and sexual servitude.
Live: ASX set to open lower, as Wall Street slumps Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
The ASX 200 is set to open lower in morning trade, following a slump on Wall Street. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.Â
NT's first women's prison to accommodate up to 95 offenders Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Thirty-five female prisoners have moved into the Northern Territory's first women's prison, near Alice Springs, with more expected in the coming months.
More 'hard and fast' rain likely for soaked parts of north Queensland Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
A risk for further heavy rainfall and thunderstorms is possible in northern parts of the state today and into the weekend.
Investigation finds cave diver died after being separated from buddies Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Australia's peak cave diving body rules out malfunctioning equipment as a factor in the death of a man while diving in SA's Tank Cave.
Live: Wilson walks back suggestion Liberals would rethink RBA mandate Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson has walked back his call to overhaul the Reserve Bank of Australia's twin focus on taming inflation and full employment. Follow live.Â
Amy Taylor's Vogue shoot goes from champagne and ice cream to legal fight Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
What began as a photo shoot with champagne, ice cream and humorous glamour shots of Amy Taylor, singer from punk band Amyl and the Sniffers, has escalated into a legal fight over copyright, the US Constitution and an application for a restraining order.
Birth certificates to mark Year of the Horse anger brumby lovers Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
A limited-edition birth certificate released to mark the Chinese Year of the Horse is being labelled "hypocritical" as a cull of wild horses continues in the NSW high country.
Plans to sell one of Brisbane's heritage 'jewels' might not be easy, experts say Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Brisbane's Victoria Barracks will go up for sale, but experts say it might not be an easy sell.
'Clearly artworks': Arts lawyer fears chilling effect after police seized posters Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Police are assessing posters seized from a Canberra venue under new Commonwealth hate speech laws.
Taylor walks a tightrope on immigration policy as Hanson surges Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
The rifts in Australia's social cohesion can be seen in the blow-up over the so-called ISIS brides and their children, who want to come to Australia.
Greyhound racing suspended over 'rapid spread' of infection Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
A respiratory infection known as kennel cough has rapidly spread across Tasmania's greyhound racing industry since the start of February, resulting in the suspension of racing.
Will this helmet prevent concussions in footballers? Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
A lot of research has gone in to treating concussions, but now scientists are testing a new helmet to see if it can prevent them before they happen.
Over-policing of children in care is 'manufacturing criminals', experts warn Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Experts say over-policing and the South Australia's youth criminal justice system is helping turn children in residential care into criminals.
We're about to find out how far one man, and the monarchy, can fall Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
British royals have lived by the adage "never complain, never explain", but these days, many of their subjects are demanding answers.
Anti-corruption police search home of former APY lands general manager Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
Anti-corruption police have searched a home owned by the former general manager of the state's remote Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands as part of an ongoing investigation.
Voters divided as Joyce backflips on vow not to recontest seat Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce says he might recontest his seat of New England as a candidate for One Nation if the party needs him to.
The names of the 11 'ISIS brides' trying to leave Syria to come to Australia Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
The ABC can reveal the names of the 11 women connected to former Islamic State fighters in Syria who attempted to journey home to Australia this week.
Your Say: Tell us what matters to you this SA election Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026
We want to know what issues matter most to you and what you want us to find out ahead of the March 21, SA election.
News from the BBC World Service
Epstein files could be just tip of the iceberg for Andrew investigation Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 It is likely we have only seen the tip of the iceberg compared to what the police have seen. An unprecedented moment for the UK - and a former prince Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the first senior royal to be arrested in modern history. Read King and police statements in full Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 King releases statement after Thames Valley Police says a man is in custody and officers are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk. What happens next after Andrew's arrest? Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 What we know about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. He told police his XL bullies were friendly – days later his mother-in-law was mauled to death Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Ashley Warren is the first person in England and Wales to be prosecuted under XL bully laws. UK has not given US permission to use RAF bases for Iran strikes Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 It comes as US President Donald Trump criticises Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands. Single nasal spray vaccine could protect against all colds and flus, researchers say Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 A Stanford University team have tested their nasal spray vaccine in animals but still need to do human clinical trials. SpaceX rocket fireball linked to plume of polluting lithium Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 A SpaceX Falcon 9 crashed to Earth last year. Now scientists have measured the pollution it caused. Arrest after two teens found dead at holiday park Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 A 33-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery at Little Eden Holiday Park. Trump's Board of Peace members pledge $7bn in Gaza relief Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Trump said it "looks like" Hamas will disarm, even though there are signs the group is regrouping. GB women out of curling as USA beat Swiss in extra-end thriller Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 The USA need an extra end to beat Switzerland 7-6 in a dramatic finish to qualify for the women's curling semi-finals, knocking Great Britain out of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Rapid runs and heavy snowfall - Skimo's Olympic debut Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Ski mountaineering makes its hotly anticipated debut at the Winter Olympics in blizzard conditions in Bormio. Gaffe-ridden Olympic commentary prompts Italy's Rai sport chief to resign Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Paolo Petrecca, whose gaffe-ridden commentary of the event went viral, stands down from his job. The guide to Thursday's action - with Team GB's Atkin starting halfpipe medal bid Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026 What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. What we learned from the first trailer for the new Peaky Blinders film Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 The Immortal Man sees Cillian Murphy return as Tommy Shelby and meet his son, played by Barry Keoghan. Yes there is a right way to stack the dishwasher. Here are the 5 rules Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 BBC One's Inside the Factory attempted to settle the heated debate in many households. What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran. I thought being deaf would mean I couldn't be a dating show contestant - now I'm starring in one Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Hold My Hand is the first show if its kind where all the contestants and hosts use British Sign Language. Why there's no quick fix in sight for the problem of dazzling headlights Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Road users say headlight glare is an issue - but experts warn a solution might not be straightforward. Cornish village endures 50 consecutive days of rain Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 The exceptionally wet start to 2026 has seen the Cornish village of Cardinham confirmed as recording 50 continuous days of rain as Matt Taylor explains.
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