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News from the ABC Australia Child sexual abuse victims face anxious wait for redress via official scheme An independent audit of the National Redress Scheme has found wait times are increasing and causing significant distress to survivors of child sexual abuse. Spotify Wrapped 2025: Bad Bunny reclaims global top artist spot Spotify Wrapped is back for 2025, with Bad Bunny taking the top spot for global artist for a fourth time. One player's case against the world’s biggest crypto casino Chat logs and gambling data show the tactics used by Australian-run online casino Stake to keep one user hooked. Watchdog flags 5 per cent fall in power prices amid renewables surge An energy watchdog says more renewable energy is projected to lower prices, but others warn the promise is illusory and more pain is coming. Jimmy Barnes's American gamble didn't pay off — but he has no regrets Cold Chisel was over. America beckoned. And Jimmy Barnes was terrified. This is the story of the album that made him, and the song that saved him. Fresh probe into Lisa Lynn's death stalls over $9,000 bill, family says The family of the late first wife of High Country killer Greg Lynn says a fresh investigation into her death has stalled because police won't pay for an expert report. Albanese won the integrity election and delivered a mixed scorecard Despite holding a commanding position, Anthony Albanese knows the global trend of sliding trust in government isn't one to be taken lightly. Six people arrested for deactivating fire alarms at Hong Kong fire site Authorities are continuing to probe the blaze which killed at least 159 people last week. EU's former diplomat charged in 'fraud and corruption' probe European prosecutors are investigating suspicions of fraud related to an EU-funded training scheme for junior diplomats. WA's surrogacy, IVF laws overhauled as legislation passes parliament Same-sex couples, single people, transgender and intersex West Australians will be able to access assisted reproductive technology and surrogacy, almost a decade after reforms were first promised. Australia to provide Ukraine with $95m funding boost Australia will provide an additional $95 million in military assistance to Ukraine and slap a fresh round of sanctions on ships believed to be part of Moscow's so-called "shadow fleet". 'Discussions continue' on managing traffic ahead of Fremantle bridge closure The WA government could consider limiting truck movements across the Stirling Bridge at peak hour to limit traffic congestion when the Fremantle Traffic Bridge closes, the deputy premier says. Fuel security warning as Australia's oil reserves fall short of global standards With just two refineries left and 80 per cent of liquid fuel being imported, experts are warning Australia is increasingly vulnerable to global supply shocks. Thousands had their say — here's the Brisbane 2032 vision Believe, Belong, Become — Brisbane 2032 has been unveiled as the official vision for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, shaped by input from more than six thousand Australians who shared their vision for the world's biggest sporting event. Controversial remote NT rent hikes struck down by High Court A remote rent policy that saw some Northern Territory residents slugged with hikes of up to $300 a fortnight has been struck down on appeal by the High Court. Rafah crossing will open to let Gazans cross into Egypt Israeli authorities have announced the Rafah border crossing from Gaza into Egypt will open "in coming days," but only for Palestinians wanting to leave the war-ravaged strip. Wikipedia's top 20 articles of 2025 sees Charlie Kirk and Trump head the list Wikipedia has released the list of the 20 most-read articles on its English-language site for the year. Luxury cars seized after man allegedly lied about earnings to get home loan Ali Jundi was arrested as part of an investigation into the Alameddine crime family, with police alleging he was part of the "Afghan crew". Hobart's Macquarie Point stadium project set to pass Tasmanian parliament A stadium on Hobart's waterfront has gained enough support to pass parliament, after key independents declared on Wednesday they would support the contentious project. Footballer and youth worker charged after police drug drop sting A regional Victorian footballer and youth worker are facing drug trafficking charges after being caught with a package allegedly containing illegal drugs. News from the BBC World Service Steve Rosenberg: What latest Ukraine talks reveal about Putin's state of mind Russia's president looks determined to continue his war in Ukraine - even as the country's economic problems grow. Nursery worker admits sexually abusing children Vincent Chan admitted 26 sexual offences relating to children aged between two and four in what the Met Police called one of their most "harrowing and complex" cases. UK government withheld information from Harry Dunn's family after his death, report says Dame Anne Owers issues a report into the government's response to Mr Dunn's death outside a US base. Women's Institute to stop offering trans women membership The National Federation of Women's Institutes said it made the decision with “sincere regret”. Spotify Wrapped reveals most-played artists of 2025 - but who's yours? The app reveals its top artists of the year, as users find out who they've been playing most often. Baby milk can be bought with supermarket loyalty points The government claims that parents who cannot or chose not to breastfeed could save £500 a year. King Charles welcomes German president on first state visit in 27 years Germany's president has received a ceremonial welcome from the King and will get a state banquet in Windsor Castle. I was forced into a marriage, then I was beaten by my husband and enslaved by my in-laws "Sara" was told if she left the house, she would be attacked and raped by British people. Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober. Streeting brands doctors' union 'moaning minnies' over GP online booking All NHS practices were required by the government to provide web bookings from October - but the union opposes the move. 'Carspreading' is on the rise - and not everyone is happy about it In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier. Racism, rape and death threats: One weekend of social media abuse in football More than 2,000 extremely abusive social media posts were sent about managers and players in the Premier League and Women's Super League in a single weekend, a BBC investigation finds. What we know about controversial Venezuela boat strike Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has distanced himself from a follow-up attack on a suspected drug vessel. Mystery as remains of seven-arm deep-sea octopus wash up on beach Arms from the rarely-seen species were discovered at an Aberdeenshire national nature reserve. Crisis looms in Israel over ultra-Orthodox conscription bill Lawmakers are considering a draft bill to end the exemption granted to ultra-Orthodox men enrolled in full-time religious study. Children hurt as school bus roof ripped off by bridge Among the injured is an eight-year-old boy who was taken to hospital with a "nasty cut to the head". Are you guilty of 'secret spending'? British adults admit hiding purchases from partners People were spending without telling their partners on beauty products, gambling, and cryptocurrencies. 'Our only son' - Matthew Perry's parents want lengthy sentence for doctor who supplied ketamine Dr Salvador Plasencia is the first of five people to be sentenced in the Friends star's overdose death. Zara Aleena's aunt calls for law creating duty to act when someone is in danger It follows a report by Lady Elish Angiolini into the prevention of sexually motivated crimes against women in public. Israel says Rafah crossing to open soon to let Palestinians leave Gaza via Egypt Egypt denies it is co-ordinating with Israel to reopen the crossing, insisting that passage should be in both directions. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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