News from the ABC Australia
Woman in 70s seriously injured in alleged emergency department attack Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
A 73-year-old woman was allegedly punched in the face "a number of times" in an unprovoked attack at a major Brisbane hospital.Â
Almost one in three waiting too long for surgery under reset Tasmanian target Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
A revised health performance target will allow for up to almost one in three Tasmanian elective surgery patients to wait longer than they should for surgery.
Who is taking the biggest cut of the apple profits? Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Growers are welcoming higher prices for apples, but say they want the ACCC to better police the relationship between major supermarkets and farmers.
Man wanted over axe attack arrested in Victoria's east Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Peter O'Ryan, 48, had been on the run since allegedly attacking family members with an axe at Tyers on Saturday.
Victims of serious youth crimes to be told when offenders leave prison Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Victims of the most serious youth crimes could be notified when offenders leave prison under significant changes to Victoria's youth justice system due at the end of the month.
Anthony Albanese held undeclared honorary membership to golf club awarded $6 million Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese held an honorary membership to the Marrickville Golf Club in his seat, which was promised $6 million at the 2025 election through an invite-only scheme, and which Mr Albanese has not declared.
What could your social media feeds look like without the algorithm? Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
The government wants to give social media users more control over their feeds. But what steps already exist for users to curate what they see online?Â
Can Australia produce another outback film classic? Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Forty years on from Paul Hogan's iconic role as Crocodile Dundee, tourism and production houses are still riding an economic high on its success. But could another box office hit be hard to recreate?
Schumacher comparisons made as Antonelli continues historic F1 season Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Kimi Antonelli's win from 19th on the grid in Monza was epic, and the way his rivals raced with him has drawn comparisons with Ferrari legend Michael Schumacher.
Government to stop super being drained through fraud Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Perpetrators of domestic violence would be punished rather than rewarded for their actions when committing abuse against their former partners through the tax and super systems.
Student visa refusals hit 10-year high, shattering dreams Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Australia's student visa refusal rate hits a 10-year high, with countries such as Nepal and India facing rejections of more than 40 per cent.
'Battery cowboys' accused of gaming taxpayer-funded scheme Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Almost 100 whistleblower tip-offs claim dodgy operators are rorting a multi-billion-dollar taxpayer-funded solar battery program by mocking up installs, forging signatures and using unlicensed tradies for cash jobs.
'I made mistakes but I am not a killer': Strobel boyfriend breaks silence Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
More than 20 years after he last spoke publicly, Tobias Moran tells the ABC he did not kill his girlfriend Simone Strobel in Lismore in 2005 and accuses the police of unfairly targeting him.
Colin from Accounts star leads new thriller set in bushranger country Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
The Australian actor has spent the year wrapping up the show he co-created and starring in The Devil Wears Prada 2. Now, he leads a local thriller.
Quiz: We're taking you around the world in 10 questions Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Where would you find the Big Penguin? And Vientiane is the capital of which South-East Asian country?
'Who am I now?' Mums and dads reflect on the grief of becoming empty-nesters Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
From "existential emptiness" to grief, parents share the myriad emotions they felt when their children left home.
Five killed as Russia resumes strikes on Kyiv after pause for US envoys' visit Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
The strikes came as US President Donald Trump and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held an hour-long phone conversation about talks between their envoys in recent days.
New documents reveal what NYC knew about air toxicity after 9/11 Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
New York City's mayor Zohran Mamdani has released 170,000 pages of documents detailing what was known about air pollution that billowed from Ground Zero after the attacks.
Dozens injured as Yemen's Houthis launch strikes on Saudi oil facilities Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
The Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia appears to be a major expansion of the war in the Midlde East and have the potential to disrupt energy supplies beyond the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.
Israel closes UK consulate in East Jerusalem as three G7 countries ban settlement imports Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026
Britain, France and Canada will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, in a move that prompted a swift retaliation and could spark a broader geopolitical storm.
News from the BBC World Service
UK announces sanctions on West Bank settlements prompting furious Israeli response Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Britain's foreign secretary accuses settlers of carrying out the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians, as Israel responds by shutting the UK consulate in East Jerusalem. Ports denied request to land 120 migrants in RNLI boats Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The King's Harbour Master and Southampton Port both declined to allow migrants ashore on Sunday. Trump shares misleading video of King and fainting worker Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The president shares a misleading video which appears to show Charles shrugging and walking away from a man who fainted during a royal visit. Glastonbury confirms ticket sale dates - and highest ever price Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The festival will return in June after taking a fallow year, but tickets have topped £400 for the first time. British widow faces deportation from Sweden after 22 years Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 A 78-year-old British woman is facing deportation for failing to fill out a Brexit residence application on time. Prince George attends first day at Eton College Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The 13 year old was dropped off at the all-boys boarding school by his parents, Prince William and Princess Catherine of Wales. Renoir paintings worth millions stolen in French museum heist Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 It is the latest in a string of high-profile art thefts in Europe that has again put the security of museums and galleries in the spotlight. Monty Don to leave Gardeners' World after more than 20 years Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The presenter said it had been "deeply rewarding" but added that "now is the right time for a change". Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The move comes days after President Javier Milei stepped up Argentina's claims of sovereignty over the Falklands.
Iceland summons US ambassador over Trump's stars and stripes map Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Trump's territorial ambitions have repeatedly strained relations with neighbouring countries. Charli XCX says bye to Brat and Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin - Music Photography Awards 2026 shortlist Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Nominees for the Abbey Road awards captured some of the past year's best moments in music. Where is Israel's proposed West Bank settlement the UK opposes? Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 BBC's Middle East correspondent Lucy Williamson reports from an area close to Israel's proposed site in the occupied West Bank. Forget the Mediterranean diet, I'm eating only food from Shetland for a month Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Dr Alex Armitage is eating only food grown, reared or caught locally during September. What tariffs will really cost Canadians and Americans Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Households and businesses have become used to tariffs impacting the cost of living for more than year now, so what will change now? The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair? British designer Paul Smith: 'Nobody cares how good you used to be in fashion' Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The celebrated British fashion designer invited BBC News to his office to talk about his career and a rubber chicken.
A&E did not get the basics right - my son's life was ruined at 32 Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Oli's experience is one of a growing number of clinical negligence claims being made in England, BBC analysis shows. Kane among three of England's World Cup stars to make Ballon d'Or shortlist Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or alongside Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice. New law to force tech firms to stop children taking or sharing nude images Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 The government said it will legislate "as soon as they can" but may "reassess" its plans if firms make the desired changes sooner. Fourteen go on trial over deadliest Channel small boats disaster Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026 At least 30 men, women and children drowned when their dinghy capsized on 24 November 2021.
Warnings :: No Current Warnings
|