News from the ABC Australia
Price booms for little-known critical mineral needed for solar panels Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
Antimony production resumes at a Northern Tablelands mine site after more than a decade of the facility sitting idle.
Boxing coach killed in targeted shooting in Sydney's south-west Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
Louis Meehan, a boxing coach, was shot dead in a car park in Punchbowl on Wednesday night, with police investigating whether the shooting may be outlaw motorcycle gang-related.
'Ghost stores' and AI scams scare unsuspecting artist Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
Unsuspecting shoppers are being warned about an online store claiming to sell handmade glassware from a non-existent Port Fairy artist.
Trial begins into death of teenager at burnout event in Stawell Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
The jury has watched footage of the moment a driver lost function of his front brakes at a burnout event and hit and killed a teenage spectator.Â
Victoria's largest amateur football league denies 'gender bias' accusations Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
Multiple Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) clubs express disappointment with how women's competitions are being handled this season, as players across the league say the women's competition is being treated as secondary.
Aging Australia's parallels with fallen Test giant too close for comfort Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
As much of Australia's selection chatter once again centres around the inclusion of Marnus Labuschagne, the No.3's struggles are a symptom of a far greater problem.
The NFL's MCG takeover just the latest step towards global domination Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026
The NFL will open its 2026 season with a match in Melbourne, Australia, this week, one of a record nine matches to take place overseas this season. And it shows no signs of slowing down yet.
Youth network helps budding ag workers find connection Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
Three central Queenslanders working in agriculture have started a networking group that has helped young people find connection in their industry.
Apple's new CEO unveils iPhone with biggest price tag yet Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
The iPhone Duo will start at $2,770, putting it among the most expensive mainstream smartphones on the market and marking the first major test for Apple's new CEO.
WA's $30 million 'State of Energy' ad campaign under fire from opposition Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
An advertising campaign by Western Australia's government to promote the state's efforts to transition to renewable energy is blasted by the opposition as a waste of money.
Live: ASX set to fall as oil price hits $US101 a barrel Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
The Aussie share market is set to fall as Wall Street closes in the red and oil prices pass $US101 a barrel. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.Â
Push to save teacher-librarians as student reading levels decline Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
A children's author launches a petition to mandate a role for teacher-librarians in Australian schools as educators phase them out despite ongoing declines in the country's student reading performance.
Women's tennis has a new world number one as US Open showdown looms Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
Elena Rybakina becomes world number one for the first time by reaching the US Open semifinals, despite defending champion and current top-ranked player Aryna Sabalenka still being alive in the tournament.
Overlooked by the whole AFL, Isaiah Dudley used the disappointment as fuel Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
Plucked from state footy three years after being passed over by all 18 AFL clubs at the national draft, the shortest player in the league has become a big part of the Fremantle Dockers as they look to bounce back in the finals.
Sick of the city, Queenslanders head west and boost property prices Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
They lived in some of the Queensland's most sought-after areas, so what was the appeal of heading west for a country town?
Opals survive in last second after giving up 20-point lead at World Cup Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
A short-handed Australian team is still alive and into the quarterfinals at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup despite surrendering a 20-point three-quarter-time lead against Italy.
Live: 'Leave our goddamn veterans alone': Lambie backs Hastie in One Nation fight Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
Jacqui Lambie launches a passionate defence of Andrew Hastie following Pauline Hanson's refusal to remove a cartoon video targeting the Liberal MP. Follow live.
Dog survives croc attack at Darwin beach, public urged to stay vigilant Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
Top End residents are urged to stay vigilant near waterways after a three-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is attacked in shallow water at a Darwin beach.Â
Prosecutors say man asked ChatGPT for legal help after alleged data breach Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
A Sydney man charged over a massive data breach involving a NSW courts website allegedly used generative AI to create "scraper" computer code for bulk downloading before asking ChatGPT for legal advice, a court hears.
Anger as lead found at 10 Broken Hill childcare centres Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026
The NSW Environment Protection Agency faces criticism after finding high lead contamination at 10 of Broken Hill's 13 childcare facilities.
News from the BBC World Service
Police launch criminal investigation into Reform UK donations Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The investigation, which follows a broadcast by Channel 4 News, is being folded into the inquiry that has been under way into other donations. Air traffic failure was avoidable, says transport secretary Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Heidi Alexander orders an investigation into the glitch that caused more than 2,000 flight cancellations. Spanish intelligence warned of Ceuta mass crossing plans before surge Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Declassified documents show Spanish and Moroccan authorities were alerted to social media calls for a mass migrant crossing the day before tens of thousands entered Ceuta. Muted US response to UK's West Bank sanctions may reflect simmering frustration Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The UK accuses Israel's government of turning a blind eye to the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians by settlers. Prince William, Kane and Shearer in campaign to use sport to prevent suicide Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026 The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and to show people the help available in a crisis. RNLI volunteer targeted online and branded 'traitor' after Portsmouth protests Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Lifeboat crew member wrongly identified as having helped small boat migrants speaks to BBC Verify. BBC drops Drag Race UK after eight series Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Future series will no longer be broadcast on BBC Three as the show moves to a streaming platform owned by its production company. Apple's new boss starts with big gamble on costly first folding iPhone Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Apple showed off at an event the first major design change to the iPhone in almost 20 years. Miliband rejects chief rabbi's claim British Jews in greater danger after sanctions move Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The foreign secretary disagrees that sanctions on Israeli settlements could put British Jews at greater risk. National security can't come at expense of social security, Burnham says Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The prime minister says he will fund defence and get the welfare bill down in "the Labour way". Iran referred to UN Security Council for nuclear non-compliance Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Tehran condemns the resolution, blaming US and Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities for disrupting inspections. Failures 'contributed to' death of Sir Richard Branson's wife Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Lady Joan Branson died after suffering a cardiac arrest at the private Lister Hospital in Chelsea last year. 'An injustice' or 'righting a wrong': British Jews debate sanctions move Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The UK's decision to sanction trade with illegal settlements has prompted a range of opinion among the British Jewish community. 'It's been a nightmare': Passengers face airport chaos after air traffic issue Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Thousands are still stranded as people describe sleeping on floors and "carnage" in baggage reclaim halls. 'We were raped and exploited by a drug gang as teenagers', women tell BBC of their ordeal Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Four women have chosen to waive their anonymity and speak publicly to the BBC documentary, Britain's Forgotten Girls, about how they were targeted by criminals when they were children. Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star impresses on Broadway after celebrity casting row Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader overcomes criticism of stunt casting for her Chicago debut. Watch: Europe's royalty pay last respects to King Harald V in Norway Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Tens of thousands of people lined the streets to pay their respects after 13 days of national mourning. Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans' Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 It is the latest in a series of increasing warnings about the safety threat posed by artificial intelligence. Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 The decision, announced by the chief of defence, comes just two months after Uganda said it would participate. Man charged with assisting Russian intelligence service Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 Joshua Cammidge will appear in court on Thursday accused of two offences under the National Security Act.
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