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News from the ABC Australia

Prominent pork industry identity charged over alleged multi-million-dollar fraud
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Darren and Cameron Wilson have been charged over allegations they kept millions in sales off the books of a business for personal use between 2017 and 2026.

Star Hawk's season over after ACL injury
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Hawthorn have suffered a massive setback in their quest for an AFLW finals berth, losing captain Emily Bates for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

'Bittersweet' Swans captaincy call for Rampe
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Dane Rampe will stand in for injured Sydney captain Callum Mills on the finals stage again as the Swans veteran weighs up his AFL future beyond September.

HYROX Beijing sparks backlash after Aussie athlete soils herself mid-race
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Video of an Australian woman who completed and won an endurance event in China after soiling herself has sparked debate about sport hygiene standards.

'Thinking about my ute': How 12yo passed time on 16-day walk to meet PM
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The rural New South Wales boy has capped off an intense 16-day mission for paediatric health with his mum and support crew.

Family of murdered teen pleads for action to solve 36-year cold case
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The family of missing teen Colleen Walker-Craig is calling for decisive action from police as homicide detectives return to northern NSW.

Inquest into woman's disappearance hears of final conversation with daughter
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Skye Lemon has told a coronial inquest she felt a detective "committed" to finding out what happened to her mother dramatically changed his line of inquiry after he learnt what she told her mother before she went missing in Far North Queensland in 1998.

Major private hospital operator to be divided up following financial collapse
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Australia's second-largest private hospital operator will be divided between a consortium after it went into receivership last year.

Footballers accused of rape thought they 'could be on' for group sex
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A jury hears two Scone footballers believed they "could be on" for group sex on the night they allegedly raped a woman.

Jordan Petaia returns to Wallabies squad after NFL stint
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Precocious outside back Jordan Petaia is back in the Wallabies squad for the first time since the 2023 Rugby World Cup as Australia brace for the Springboks.

'Everything Netanyahu is not': The 'straight' shooter looking to rule Israel
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Israel's upcoming election could be one of the most consequential in the country's history, with Benjamin Netanyahu's own former military chief firming as the favourite to oust the prime minister from office. 

Wheelchair user refused taxi and Uber in nation's capital
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It was Rosie Putland's first week in Canberra in her new job, but the week was marred by what she calls discrimination. Ms Putland says she was refused a taxi and an Uber due to being in a wheelchair. 

Major caravan manufacturer shuts leaving customers in the dark
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Sunshine Coast's Australian Off Road campers ceased operating late last week, with customers saying they have been unable to make contact with the company.

Community advocacy sees birthing care return to regional Queensland
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Katie Craig's son was among the last to be born before the local birthing unit shut down. But after years on bypass, the service has returned.

Migration is more complicated than the one number politicians fixate on
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It's one thing to set a net migration target, but working out how to achieve that is a conversation political leaders have been less keen to have.

Hanson swiftly condemned for labelling Indigenous Australians 'primitive race'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Politicians from across the divide have condemned Pauline Hanson's remarks about Indigenous Australians, labelling them "vile", "divisive" and "derogatory".

Girl dies after suspected overdose in Qld state care
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A girl has died following a suspected drug overdose in Queensland state care.

Why the NRLW finals are all about one question
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

After completing the most dominant regular season in NRLW history, the big question around the Sydney Roosters is simple: can anyone hope to stop them? 

Sydney band attempts world record for most gigs in 12 hours
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A delayed helicopter, a faulty plane and Sydney traffic were not enough to deter the duo, who finished the attempt with 15 seconds to spare.

Donald Trump reiterates support for united Ireland, won't talk about Scotland 'yet'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Donald Trump reiterates his support for Northern Ireland breaking from the United Kingdom to unify with the Republic of Ireland.



News from the BBC World Service

Russia hits Ukrainian train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials leave station
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The former UK PM said: "I don't know what warped logic drove Putin to blow up a stationary Ukrainian locomotive on the Polish border this morning".

Watch: Why Russian strike on train could be sign of escalation
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

No casualties were reported after a Russian drone struck a train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials left the area.

MPs and Lords call for new law to address AI threat to human rights
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Existing laws are not equipped to address the risks to human rights being posed by artificial intelligence, UK politicians say.

Deep-fried food banned under new school dinner rules in England
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The government describes its new school food standards as "once-in-a-generation changes".

I had 11 years of chemotherapy for a cancer I didn't have
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Becky Jones is among more than 40 people taking legal action against a hospital trust.

The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.

Refereeing body admits judgement error over Haaland winner in Manchester derby
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The Premier League refereeing body Pro Ref admits an error of judgement in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby.

Buckingham Palace works uncover trove of everyday items dating back to 1800s
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A collection of historic, forgotten items have been found during the restoration of the London royal residence.

Why a fresh wave of North Korean soldiers may fight in Russia's war in Ukraine
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

North Korea will continue to send its soldiers to fight in Russia's war, but only for as long as it is profitable to do so, writes the BBC's Quentin Sommerville.

'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Burnham has said those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.

Rent rises set to speed up in gloomy forecast for tenants
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The cost of renting is expected to rise by 4% or 5% a year by December, says property website Zoopla.

Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.

Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.

Heading off to uni? Here's what to insure against theft
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

What should new students consider to keep your belongings safe and covered by insurance?

Emmy Awards: How to watch, who is nominated and why Heated Rivalry is missing
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Beef stars Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan are among the nominees at the ceremony in Los Angeles.

Zverev caps transformational year with US Open triumph
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Alexander Zverev lands his second Grand Slam title after ending Ben Shelton's hopes of becoming a rare home US Open men's champion.

The Himalayas are melting faster - and India's economy is 'at risk'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A new report warns Himalayan glaciers are melting faster, threatening India’s water, economy and communities.

The Papers: 'Compulsory lentils' and 'Boris flees Vlad drone blitz'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

New school food rules for England and ex-PM Boris Johnson "flees Vlad drone blitz" are the top stories in Monday's papers.

Swedish left-wing bloc narrowly ahead with election too close to call
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A preliminary count by Sweden's election authority projected that left-wing opposition bloc would win a three-seat majority.

First ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to meet in Cardiff
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Féin leaders will discuss ways they can work more closely.



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