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News from the ABC Australia

Oil tankers burn as Iranian strikes defy Trump's claim to have won the war
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Iranian attacks on Gulf shipping, including two tankers set ablaze in Iraqi waters, have disrupted global oil supplies and sent prices soaring above $100 a barrel, despite President Trump’s claims that the US has “won” the war.

Soldier accused of assaulting, robbing female colleague granted bail
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

A Darwin-based soldier accused of assaulting and robbing a fellow service person has been bailed to travel home to NSW.

Drought-hit pastoralists plead for funds to move hay stockpiled 1,000km away
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

After years of drought, pastoralists in WA are desperate for fodder for their cattle. A charity has a supply in storage for them — but no money for fuel to transport it.

Co-founder of Copenhagen's Noma steps down after abuse allegations
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

René Redzepi, co-founder of a restaurant repeatedly named the world's best, has announced he is stepping down after reports was abusive to staff at the famed Copenhagen restaurant.

Coroner to examine whether 'unusual' death of Elizabeth Struhs was preventable
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

The Queensland coroner will examine interactions the Struhs family had with government agencies before the eight-year-old's death at the family's Toowoomba home in 2022.

'Absolute madness': Broncos remain winless after Eels win bizarre NRL clash
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

The Broncos' defence is labelled "pathetic" as they surrender a 20-6 lead, hit back in the second half but eventually lose 40-32 on the back of future teammate Jonah Pezet's game-sealing try.

Hobart Clinic chief quits amid reported clash with board
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

The Hobart Clinic's chief executive has resigned as the state government commissions a review of the mental health hospital's corporate governance.

Blues hang on for scratchy but vital win over Tigers at the MCG
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Carlton kicks only one goal in the second half, but it is just enough to hold off a late charge by a wayward Richmond at the MCG.

Matildas stars Raso, Catley out of Asian Cup quarterfinal against North Korea
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Hayley Raso and Steph Catley will miss the Women's Asian Cup quarterfinal, as the team prepares for the unknown quantities that North Korea may bring.

Parents shocked by sudden closure of specialist service for kids with autism
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

In a statement published on Wednesday, early intervention care provider AEIOU announced the board had appointed external administrators to the organisation.

Man jailed for killing Perth music promoter in fight
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Jardyn Rigo is sentenced to more than six years in jail for killing music promoter Andrew Scally in a street fight. 

Roosters NRL player involved in e-bike accident ahead of Rabbitohs clash
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith is in doubt for Friday night's match against the Rabbitohs after he was involved in an e-bike accident.

Cruise ship too fast, too wide before hitting reef, initial report finds
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

An early safety report into the grounding of luxury Australian cruise ship Coral Adventurer focuses on its speed and a wide turn in confined waters before it swerved into a reef.

Disaster payments have been expanded in the NT. Here's what you need to know
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Residents in more flood-affected communities across the Top End are now eligible for hardship payments, with disaster assistance also extended further in the Barkly and Central Australia. 

Another search, more frustration in Gus Lamont case
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

South Australian police have concluded their latest search for evidence following the disappearance of four-year-old Gus Lamont, but have not ruled out returning to the remote station where he lived.

Billionaire accused of 'arrogance' as hundreds of mine workers laid off
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Up to 238 workers at Tahmoor Colliery in south-west Sydney are being made redundant as liquidators attempt to sell the coal mine, following months of financial turmoil under Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance.

Major Tasmanian food company goes into voluntary administration
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

An oversupply of chicken meat has been blamed for the collapse of Tasmanian agrifood business TasFoods.

Djokovic makes early Indian Wells exit after upset loss
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

World number three Novak Djokovic falls to defending champion Jack Draper in a pulsating fourth-round match at the prestigious Indian Wells tournament.

What you need to know about Queanbeyan's six-month main street shutdown
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Council has chosen to shut both lanes at once to have it completed sooner, but some don't trust the timeline.

Albanese government avoids the 'w' word
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

This week in Canberra the Nationals chose a new leader, the energy minister chose his words carefully and the government chose to avoid one word altogether. 



News from the BBC World Service

Questions mount for Hegseth over possible US involvement in strike on Iranian school
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Democrats have written to ask the defence secretary whether the US was responsible, but he says the issue is being investigated.

Lloyds, Bank of Scotland and Halifax apps showed customers other users' transactions
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

The Lloyds Banking Group customers reported being able to view payments and charges from other sources.

Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk".

My phone contents were shared with the police colleague I accused of rape
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Police Scotland has been fined £66,000 by a watchdog after it failed to protect sensitive personal information.

British man charged in Dubai for alleged filming of Iranian missiles
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Foreign Office officials are understood to be supporting his family.

Draper fights to 'mind-blowing' win over Djokovic
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Jack Draper produces a superb fightback to beat Novak Djokovic and reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals - a result he believes could be "a real big moment" in his season.

Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.

Where did fridge-carrying fundraiser's donations go?
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Teesside charity's ex-staff question where donations were spent but its founder denies wrongdoing.

The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.

'What if we're left with ruins?': Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos.

How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.

'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Iran's police chief has warned that his forces would treat anyone taking to the streets "at the enemy's request" as an enemy.

Jeremy Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large
Posted on Wednesday March 11, 2026

The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.

What happens if Iran shuts the Strait of Hormuz?
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Iran says it will "set fire" to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Ruth Jones in Austen-inspired drama
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC drama The Other Bennet Sister

How a lost suitcase led to a two-year £4,500 legal wrangle with Ryanair
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Rosie McGrane says her case never arrived when she travelled from Edinburgh to Copenhagen with Ryanair in September 2023.

My identity was stolen and someone is using it to catfish men - it's terrifying
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

For four years, Sasha-Jay’s photos have been stolen from social media to impersonate her online.

The 24 hours that damaged the Premier League's best-in-the-world reputation
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Phil McNulty examines the state of the Premier League after none of its six Champions League entrants won this week.

Chris Mason: There may be no knockout blows from Mandelson files but it's far from over
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive.



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