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News from the ABC Australia

Newly formed Queensland company secures 1,000 coal mining jobs
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A newly formed Queensland company has taken over a majority shareholding in a Bowen Basin coal mine, securing 1,000 jobs.

Family rescued after suspicious Melbourne house fire
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Police are investigating a suspicious fire that started in two cars parked at the front of a house in Yarraville, in Melbourne's inner west.

Live: ASX likely to rise sharply as Wall Street rises on bets of interest rate cut
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The Australian share market is likely to begin its day with strong gains following an upbeat session on Wall Street due to the odds of a December interest rate cut jumping above 80 per cent. Meanwhile, prices have fallen sharply on reports of Ukraine's intention to enter into a US-brokered peace deal with Russia. Follow live.

Unusual scenes as people camp out to buy land in regional WA
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A number of people slept in front of a real estate office in Western Australia's far north on Monday night in an attempt to purchase a block of land. 

First catastrophic fire warning in two years triggers NSW school closures
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Dozens of schools across NSW are forced to close as a combination of severe weather conditions creates dangerous fire conditions not seen in years.  

Strikers pip winless Heat in final-ball WBBL thriller
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

With scores ties before the last delivery of the match, the Adelaide Strikers pull off a tense victory over the struggling Brisbane Heat.

Ceramic 'seeding' devices and floating pools used in battle to save reef
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

From growing baby coral in floating pools to using Indigenous cultural knowledge, this trial hopes to regrow the Great Barrier Reef.

Future of water allocations in the NT could hinge on Supreme Court case
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Dozens of Aboriginal Territorians from remote communities travelled to Darwin where they stand alongside Environment Centre NT in a bid to axe a controversial water allocation plan.

Live: Chalmers denies he directed public service to make cuts to find savings
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Jim Chalmers has denied he asked federal departments to cut staff and slash budgets after the government requested savings be found. Follow live.

Storms to continue across Qld in 'hot, humid, unsettled' weather
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The south-east corner is once again bracing for severe storms for the third day in a row, while much of Queensland is sweltering under humid heatwave conditions.

Palestinians left without shelter after Gaza tent cities flood again
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Heavy rain has caused significant flooding in Gaza, with thousands of Palestinians living in tents bearing the brunt of the sudden burst of winter weather.

Crews working to restore power and phone service after storm 'catastrophe'
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Severe thunderstorms have rolled across south-east Queensland this week, causing widespread power outages, school closures, and restricting phone service.

Mine search for Gus expected to resume as locals speak of shock and upset
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A renewed police search for missing four-year-old Gus is expected to enter its second day, with no indication of any clues revealed so far.

Sydney's rubbish leaves farmers feeling like 'second-class citizens'
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Farmers near Tarago in southern New South Wales fear a proposed waste-to-energy incinerator could threaten their health and livelihoods.

Call for more support for regional apprentices facing city cost barriers
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Regional apprentices are out of pocket for frequent travel and accommodation costs to attend city-based TAFE studies.

'Mind boggling': Tens of thousands of new homes without essential services
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Four years after buying a housing plot, the Websters' land is still vacant, without a water or sewer connection, and they have now been told to expect those services by 2028.

Lee's resurgence recognised with fourth Greg Norman Medal
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

After winning her third major at the Women's PGA Championship, Minjee Lee caps off the year by claiming Australian golf's highest individual honour.

Beekeepers struggle amid fears varroa mite infestations are worsening in NSW
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The cost of treating varroa mite in the beekeeping industry is flowing onto other food growers reliant on pollination.

'Being famous isn't cool anymore': Lurker explores fandom and obsession
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

In a world where celebrities are accessible on social media in a way they never were before, has fame lost its shine? A new film explores the parasitic relationship between stars and their fans.

Eastern states to get day of extreme heat, winds and storms
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Eastern Australia is facing a barrage of extreme weather conditions this week, and for many areas the most intense conditions will arrive today.



News from the BBC World Service

Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour as minimum wage increased
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.

Chris Mason: Reeves will be hoping the Budget buys her some time
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Deep unpopularity in the country and jittery Labour MPs is the prism through which both the countdown to this Budget and its aftermath should be seen.

Justice secretary wants to scrap jury trials except for most serious cases
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Only cases of alleged murder, rape or manslaughter will be decided by a jury under new proposals to cut court backlogs.

Farage's racism denials are dishonest, says ex-classmate
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Peter Ettedgui tells the BBC Nigel Farage targeted antisemitic abuse at him when they were teenagers.

Ukraine says 'understanding' reached with US on peace plan, as Trump says his envoy will meet Putin
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

President Trump says the original peace plan has been "fine-tuned", and that he will send his envoy Steve Witkoff to Moscow.

Sir Richard Branson 'heartbroken' as wife, Joan, dies aged 80
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Sir Richard said she was "the most wonderful mum and grandmum our kids and grandkids could have ever wished for".

Man arrested over fly-tipped mountain of waste
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A 39-year-old man is arrested after the huge pile of rubbish was found in Oxfordshire.

Adolescence lasts into 30s - new study shows four pivotal ages for your brain
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Brain scans on thousands of people reveal the dramatic shifts the brain goes through between birth and death.

Ronaldo clear for World Cup opener despite red card
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo will be able to play for Portugal in their opening World Cup game despite his red card against the Republic of Ireland.

Historian criticises BBC for removing Trump line from Radio 4 lecture
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Rutger Bregman says he is "genuinely dismayed" after a line about the US president was edited out.

Ex-wife of Dubai royal says she fears arrest as custody battle escalates
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Zeynab Javadli's ex-husband has lodged a criminal complaint with Dubai police, accusing her of kidnapping their three daughters.

'I didn't start it, Miss': Starmer sorry for leading pupils in 6-7 dance banned by school
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The prime minister performed a version of the viral dance with primary school children, before being told it was not allowed.

English mayors will get new powers to levy tourist taxes
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Mayors will be given the power to charge tourists a tax for staying overnight in their towns and cities.

We earn £60,000 and want a bigger house - stamp duty should be scrapped
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they want to see in the Budget.

Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.

How much are minimum wages set to rise?
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Three and a half million low-paid workers across the UK benefit from minimum wage rates.

Who is Trump's 'drone guy' Dan Driscoll, taking key role in Ukraine talks?
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The youngest-ever US army secretary has been thrust into the spotlight as the face of renewed efforts to end the years-long war.

How to make sure you're getting a good deal on Black Friday
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal.

The school with almost 100% attendance - and how they did it
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Attendance rates remain significantly lower than in 2019, but one school is bucking the trend.

Scammers hacked her phone and stole thousands - so how did they get her details?
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Sue Shore told the BBC how scammers targeted her - and we found her information had been leaked online.



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