News from the ABC Australia
Céline Dion to perform again after years-long health-related hiatus Posted on Tuesday March 31, 2026
The My Heart Will Go On singer disclosed in 2022 that she had a rare neurological disease, indefinitely cancelling her shows.
Stargazing business and Australian-first battery project resolve dispute Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
The battery project, which will provide back-up power for up to 80,000 homes in Broken Hill, will go ahead with new conditions after a dispute was resolved between the company and an outback stargazing business.
NT paramedics face record assault rates, critical resourcing shortages Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
The ABC rode-along with St John Ambulance NT paramedics to hear the impact under-resourcing is having on the workforce, including stories of staff being assaulted on the job.
Supermarket chicken could get cheaper due to grain breakthrough Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Australian researchers develop a high-protein sorghum variety, hoping to replace expensive livestock feed with systems that could lead to cheaper meat and eggs.
Live: Wall Street mixed as Australian consumers await two big decisions Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Wall Street was mixed overnight as Australian consumers await two big decisions. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Â
Housing shortage sees winemaker become landlord for workers Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
There is plenty of work on offer in the western Riverina, but finding somewhere to live can be a challenge. The situation is forcing some employers to think outside the box.
'A complete wizard': 15yo sensation smacks another rapid half-century in IPL Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashes a 15-ball half-century as he leads Rajasthan Royals to an easy victory over Chennai Super Kings.
Businesses report increase in abuse from customers as fuel crisis worsens Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
From pile-on comments on social media to roadside slurs, local businesses are reminding their communities to "be kind to the little guy" amid the fuel crisis.Â
Live: Wong reiterates Australia will not provide boots on ground in Iran war Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Australia has been clear that it will not provide troops on the ground for an operation against Iran. Follow live.Â
Live: Spain closes airspace to US planes involved in Middle East war Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says US President Donald Trump is interested in getting Arab countries to pay for the war in the Middle East. Follow live.
'A succulent Chinese meal?': These are the 2026 Sounds of Australia Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
A variety of iconic Australian recordings are added to the Sounds of Australia collection, as part of an annual update by the National Film and Sound Archive.
Passengers fear further V/Line overcrowding as free travel begins Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Commuters say they are worried overcrowding on V/Line train services could worsen as free travel begins for Victorians to ease the pain of the fuel crisis.Â
It's $2.5m a dose and it's giving some children another chance at life Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Children born with a rare neuromuscular disorder are being given another chance in life thanks to a new treatment experts are calling a "game-changer".
Petrol stations tried to 'shape' the market – now it's shaping them Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Petrol stations in our biggest cities hiked prices ahead of global oil prices, but experts say their profit margins are now much slimmer.
'You are just an immigrant': Millions in unpaid wages, modern slavery uncovered Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Millions in stolen wages, threats of visa cancellation and modern slavery by Australian employers have been uncovered in the first year of a national program.
Israel backs down over holy site, Pope rebukes Hegseth, and what else you should know Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Donald Trump renews threats against Iran's energy infrastructure while his secretary of war faces an apparent rebuke from the pope.Â
Israel passes death penalty for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
The law, long-sought by Israel's far-right politicians, makes death by hanging the default punishment for West Bank Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis.Â
Safety officers to patrol Hobart CBD to curb antisocial behaviour Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
A trio of council-employed public safety monitors will soon be patrolling "hot spots" in the Hobart CBD, to try to curb antisocial behaviour and theft. Â
Why massive Matildas hype hasn't translated to A-League Women fandom Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
Despite the recent hype of the Matildas, support for the A-League Women remains relatively low.
From Porepunkah to Thologolong: The long search for Dezi Freeman Posted on Monday March 30, 2026
When the parents of Senior Constable Vadim de Waart-Hottart flew to Melbourne for a police service, little did they know their son's killer would emerge just days later.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Millions of drivers mis-sold car finance to receive average £829 in compensation Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 The City regulator says 12.1 million mis-sold motor finance deals will be eligible for redress. Scott Mills sacked from BBC Radio 2 after allegations over 'historic relationship' Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 He has not hosted his show since Tuesday and the BBC said he is "no longer contracted to work" there. Mills' abrupt sacking creates another headache for the BBC Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills was sacked from the BBC on Monday following allegations over his conduct. What was the 1970s oil crisis, and are we heading for something worse? Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today. Céline Dion announces comeback shows four years after Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk. Beatrice and Eugenie won't be at royal Easter service Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 They are understood to have made "alternative plans" instead of joining the Royal Family in Windsor. Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month police manhunt Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 The Australian town has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year. Easter bank holiday weekend set to be busiest on roads in four years Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 The bank holiday weekend is set to see the busiest roads since Easter 2022, despite rising fuel cost fears. Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to issue refunds after fan complaints Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Fans, who paid up to $450 (£340), complained of a grey convention centre backdrop and a "swag bag" that included only a plastic pouch with a Barbie hand sanitiser. Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war. How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal. Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah. Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases. Photos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi base Posted on Sunday March 29, 2026 US Central Command has not yet publicly commented on the incident. How will car finance compensation payments work? Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Compensation could be given to many of those who took out a car loan between April 2007 and November 2024. Euphoria season three trailer: Everything we know so far Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 The third season will air on 12 April and picks up five years on from the last episode. Meet the primary school pupils teaching speeders a lesson at Kids Court Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Drivers caught going too fast on a rural road near a school are opting to face a class of children instead of taking penalty points. I turned down MMA fighter on a night out - so he punched me Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Anne Marie Boyle suffered a brain injury and subsequent seizures which led to her losing her business, her ability to drive and her confidence. Will crash shake golf from its dependency on Tiger Woods? Posted on Monday March 30, 2026 Golf correspondent Iain Carter assesses what the impact of Tiger Woods' latest crash might be on his roles in golf.
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