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News from the ABC Australia Gulf Country community in 'crisis' despite millions in funding A wave of youth suicides lays bare a North Queensland community in crisis, with residents saying years of government investment have failed to create jobs, stability or hope. Remote community families going hungry despite grocery subsidy scheme The head of Australia's biggest independent remote grocery stores network says in 30 years, he's never seen Indigenous communities struggle so much to afford enough food. Islamist group Hizb ut-Tahrir listed as a prohibited hate group under new Bondi laws Islamist group Hizb ut-Tahrir has been listed as a prohibited hate group using new laws passed in response to the Bondi terror attack. Emergency flood warning issued for Katherine after 100mm of rain hits region An emergency flood warning is in place for the Northern Territory town of Katherine, with the river predicted to potentially reach the major flood level this afternoon. Man wins seatbelt fine court battle as AI traffic cameras face scrutiny A Queensland court decision casts fresh doubt on the reliability of controversial AI road-safety cameras after clearing a driver fined when his passenger moved their seatbelt during a trip. Live: Oil spikes 4pc while Australian dollar tumbles 1pc, ASX to fall A tumble on Wall Street is likely to send Australian stocks sharply lower, while oil prices surged 4 per cent as the Middle East war enters its sixth day. Follow the latest updates in our live blog. Four years and $880m later, what did the Resilient Homes Program achieve? Communities say being the "guinea pig" of a flagship disaster recovery program has taken a toll. India survives Bethell onslaught to book T20 World Cup final spot India has survived a brilliant century from England's Jacob Bethell to record a seven-run win in a thrilling men's T20 World Cup semifinal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. Patients felt 'unsafe' in mouldy Newcastle hospital wards, inquiry told Families say mould issues at a Newcastle hospital date back more than 10 years. Live: Minister insists RAAF planes sent to Middle East will focus on repatriations Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has insisted that the Australian military aircraft sent to the Middle East will be focused on repatriating Australians. Follow live. Bucking, ethics and OnlyFans: What is the future of Australian rodeo? Australian rodeos are caught in a high-stakes hustle to keep the outback alive in a country that some argue is outgrowing the buck. Green whistles for IUD insertion among SA Labor's healthcare promises Women getting intra-uterine devices inserted in public clinics will be offered green whistles as pain relief as part of South Australian Labor's promise to take women's healthcare more seriously if re-elected. The Matildas embody Aussie pub rock spirit against Iran, and they're playing to win The Joe Montemurro incarnation of the Matildas feels like a throwback to classic Australian rock. And in their Asian Cup win over Iran, they showed their mantra of playing free, but always going for the win, is starting to pay off. How the internet reacted to the Matildas' 4-0 win over Iran The Matildas sealed a spot in the knockout stages of the AFC Women's Asian Cup with a 4-0 win over Iran, and the internet went wild. Muslims 'should not be forced to beg' for protection, Labor MP says Labor backbencher Ed Husic says Islamophobia should be examined as part of Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. A 'party' in emergency was how some Iranians found out about the war Many Iranians feel like they are on the cusp of freedom after the US and Israel launched strikes on Saturday. But some also distrust the motives of both countries and are calling for an immediate end to the war. Aussies name flag-bearers for Winter Paralympics opening ceremony Ben Tudhope and Georgia Gunew will be Australia's flag-bearers at the opening ceremony for the Milano Cortina Games. Tropical low lashes Far North Queensland with up to 400mm of rain in parts A tropical low is expected to cross the Queensland coast today, already bringing up to 400mm of rain to some properties. Polls close in Nepal's first election since deadly uprising forced out government Helicopters will be used to collect ballot boxes from snowbound mountain regions across Nepal, home to eight of the world's 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest. Israel threatens to ‘bring hell’ to Beirut as war rapidly widens The US–Israeli campaign against Iran continues to expand, with Israeli evacuation orders across the southern suburbs of Beirut raising fears in the rapidly widening war. News from the BBC World Service PM stands by decision not to join strikes on Iran and sends more jets to Qatar The PM said the best way forward was a "negotiated settlement with Iran where they give up their nuclear ambitions". Iran's high-risk war strategy seems to centre on endurance and deterrence Tehran's approach appears to rest on a belief it can absorb strikes longer than its adversaries sustain pain and costs, writes BBC Persian's Amir Azimi. Iran school and nearby military base struck multiple times, satellite image reveals Iranian authorities say the attack, which took place on Saturday, killed 168 people. 'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq tell the BBC they have plans to cross the border but deny already doing so. Labour MP 'voluntarily suspends herself' after husband arrested in China spy probe Joani Reid said she had temporarily stood down from the party after her husband was arrested on suspicion of spying for China. Covid inquiry chair defends £200m cost and four-year process on final day Baroness Heather Hallett said completing the hearings in under four years was an achievement but critics have questioned its cost. Failed asylum seeker families to be offered up to £40k to leave UK The home secretary says the "incentives" will deliver a "significant saving to the taxpayer". UK firms pull fixed energy deals as Iran war pushes up prices Data suggests the number of fixed-term deals has more than halved as prices for wholesale energy surge. Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence The singer was arrested by the California Highway Patrol at around 21:30 PT (05:30 GMT) on Wednesday. Rabies death could change disease notification period Doctors treating Yvonne Ford struggled to diagnose her before being told about holiday dog scratch. Dogs arrive for Crufts 2026 - in pictures The world's most famous dog show gets underway in Birmingham. Norris, Verstappen, Russell - and will it be any good? Key F1 storylines The new rules, Lando Norris' title defence, the George Russell-Max Verstappen dynamic and Aston Martin's unfolding nightmare set up an intriguing F1 season. I invested in Brewdog in my husband's memory. He would be turning in his grave Early investors in Brewdog are sharing their stories after the company's collapse wiped out their stakes. 'How many more children must die?' - Mum's call for UK-first school bus law Stella McGinn's daughter Caitlin-Rose died a year ago after getting hit by a car when exiting a bus. Social media plays 'huge role' in promoting traditional gender views, say experts Women's rights' groups worry about consequences of this shift in attitudes. 'This is war': BBC speaks to Iranians at border Iranians fleeing their country have told the BBC what life under bombardment has been like. Israeli evacuation order for Beirut's southern suburbs sparks panic Huge traffic jams form after the unprecedented warning for people to leave the Hezbollah stronghold, as Israel steps up its strikes across Lebanon. Israelis back war with Iran despite uncertainty and fatigue Israelis broadly support the US-Israeli military campaign with Iran, even if they are tired of air raid alerts and constant upheaval. First UK government flight departs Middle East after delay The plane was due to leave Oman on Wednesday but remained grounded due to problems getting passengers on board. Starmer tries to reassure as Iran crisis deepens The PM acknowledged people are worried about family abroad, the economy, and potential further escalation. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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