News from the ABC Australia
As violence threatens public gatherings, are we facing a new normal? Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
As the Invasion Day rally incident and Bondi terror attack shatter expectations that people should be able to gather peacefully in public places, Australians may be facing a new normal.
Queenslander pushes to charge drivers as dangerous flood rescues climb Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
A flood victim is leading a campaign to force drivers who knowingly enter floodwater to pay for their rescue.
Australia slump to 22-run loss against Pakistan in T20 World Cup warm up Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Despite the best efforts of evergreen spinner Adam Zampa, Australia have suffered a 22-run defeat to Pakistan in the first T20 of their World Cup preparations.Â
ADF member charged over crash involving military truck in Brisbane's north-west Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Police charge the 25-year-old over the collision, which left a woman in hospital.
Inpex investigated after suspected sulphur dioxide exposure hospitalises worker Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
The Australian Workers' Union has raised concerns after a worker at Inpex's Ichthys gas facility was allegedly exposed to sulphur dioxide and hospitalised, prompting an investigation by the NT workplace safety watchdog.
SA Arts Minister Andrea Michaels to quit politics after state election Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Andrea Michaels will not recontest her seat of Enfield, in Adelaide's inner north, but will remain in the cabinet until the March election.
Flying foxes succumb to heat as rescuers swoop to 'pick up the pieces' Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
A deadly combination of heatwaves has all but decimated a colony of flying foxes in SA's south-east, with surviving bats taken in by conservationists.Â
'It's going to damage a lot of people': Former AIS athletes demand Channel 9 pull documentary Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Former AIS athletes who claim they were physically and psychologically abused while living at the AIS have urged Channel Nine to shutter a documentary about the history of the institute.
Live: ASX to rise, Musk mulls Grok/SpaceX merger Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
The ASX is set to open slightly higher today despite concerns over the US tech bubble as billionaire Elon Musk mulls merging his AI business with his rocket company. Follow live.
Trump threatens fresh tariffs on 10 countries in almost as many days Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
In the past fortnight, US President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs against at least 10 countries. Some experts say the Trump administration's tariff policy is leading to the creation of new trading blocs, and isolating the United States.
Live: National cabinet to thrash out public hospital funding deal Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Health Minister Mark Butler says the start date for the Thriving Kids program has been delayed because states and territories have asked for more time to introduce the program. Follow live.
'Huge constitutional issue': NSW committee backs ban on chanting contested phrase Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
An inquiry will advise the NSW government to consider banning the phrase "globalise the intifada", despite most public submissions opposing the move and warnings that it may be unconstitutional.
String bags and no plastic: How grocery shopping used to be Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
A New South Wales grocery store has been operating since before there was refrigeration, electricity and even Vegemite.
Five quick hits: A finalist's flashback and an abnormal sound Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Aryna Sabalenka's abnormal sound is punished, an Aussie has a mid-match coffee break and a women's finalist has an unsettling flashback. Here are the quick hits from day 12 at the Australian Open.
Landlord to stand trial for alleged cold case murder of his tenant Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
A landlord has been ordered to stand trial over the cold case death of his tenant Christopher Jarvis, who disappeared from his home near Warrnambool 20 years ago.
Dog seriously injures four people west of Melbourne Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Police say the attack happened during an argument at a family home in Melton West.
Fatal dog attack on beloved mare highlights feral animal control struggle Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
The challenges of wild dog management again surface after a pack of feral canines fatally attack a much-loved elderly mare.Â
Police refuse to release report into experience of female volunteers in SES Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
The ABC understands that some female volunteers aired allegations of sexism and discrimination as part of the review, which was undertaken in early 2024.
Favourites for the Aussie Oscars on the issues facing the screen industry Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
Ahead of next week's AACTA Awards, the makers of frontrunners Bring Her Back, Kangaroo and Apple Cider Vinegar share their thoughts on the state of the local screen industry.
Extreme heatwave warning as NSW hits 40+ degrees for sixth day Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026
As parts of western and south-western New South Wales enter their sixth day of temperatures above 40 degrees, authorities are urging people not to become complacent.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Great Ormond Street doctor who botched surgery harmed nearly 100 children Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Yaser Jabbar specialised in limb-lengthening and reconstruction for children with complex problems. China to relax travel rules for British visitors, UK says Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 It comes as Sir Keir Starmer visits Beijing - the first UK prime minister to do so in eight years. 'He enjoyed hurting people': Teen attacked others before murdering schoolboy, 12 Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Det Insp Joe Davenport says the killer attacked his victims in Birmingham for "violence sake". Israeli hostage held for nearly 500 days in Gaza says he can 'breathe again' Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 In his first international interview, Sasha Troufanov tells the BBC how he thought he would die in captivity after he was taken hostage on 7 October 2023. Ex-Labour MP's lobbying firm offered photo with minister and VIP dinner for £30k Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Jim Murphy's company Arden Strategies apologises for "errors" in promotional material for tech event. Raducanu splits with ninth coach after Australian Open exit Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 British number one Emma Raducanu splits with coach Francis Roig after her exit from the Australian Open. Polar bears on Norwegian islands fatter and healthier despite ice loss, scientists say Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Scientists think that Svalbard bears have adapted to recent ice loss by eating more land-based prey. Archbishop of York to face no action over sexual abuse case Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 The Church's president of tribunals says Stephen Cottrell "had no power to remove or suspend David Tudor from ministry". Marty Supreme actress quits new film after casting backlash Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Odessa A'zion says she didn't realise her character in Deep Cuts was meant to be half-Mexican. British girl, 7, swept out to sea on holiday in Morocco Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Inaayah Makda remains missing after being caught out by a rapidly incoming tide, a relative has said. Weight loss jab users warned over rare but serious pancreas issue Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Symptoms to look out for include severe pain in the stomach and back which does not go away. The stars and styles from Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Fashion's finest gather in the French capital for a week of high-end designs and celebrity sightings. Planning bids for new homes soar but building remains low - how is your area affected? Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 While planning applications have risen, home building has lowered, new data suggests. How an inspiring home video launched a main event fighter Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 How Francesca Hennessy - who headlines on BBC Two on Saturday - went from weight and dyslexia struggles to viral fame and in sight of a world-title shot. Sir Jonathan Pryce revisits 'land of my fathers' in latest role Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 A new drama series gave Sir Jonathan a chance to work near where his family is from in north Wales. What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran. School holiday fines reach record high – find out how many were in your area Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 New government data shows that fines for term-time holidays have risen again in the last academic year. 'Why can't women have experience?' New Bridgerton series tackles sex taboo Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Bridgerton is back, with Francesca on the hunt for sex tips and Benedict finally meeting his match. Ministers reject Waspi calls for compensation after rethink Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 Women hit by changes to the state pension age say the decision shows "utter contempt" for their situation. EU adds Iran's Revolutionary Guards to terrorist list Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026 EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the move is a response to Tehran's deadly crackdown on protesters.
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