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News from the ABC Australia

Atlassian marks milestone in $1.4b 'world's tallest hybrid timber' tower in Sydney
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

When construction finishes next year, the Sydney building will be the tallest hybrid structure in the world by 100 metres.

Breaking: Origin Energy investigating 'potential' customer data breach
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Origin Energy says it does not believe customer credit card or bank details have been affected by a suspected data breach at the company.

Sixty bikes stolen from Darwin community organisation
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

About 60 donated bicycles have been stolen from the Darwin Men's Shed storage site, delaying the organisation's plans to support remote communities.

SA government hits 'pause' on compulsory acquisition of popular restaurant
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The state government last week announced a $61.1 million preschool and primary school would be built on a 5.5-hectare parcel of land in Mount Barker's south-east, including on the site of popular Thai restaurant Wok The Duck.

Fox sisters combine in 'dream team' for gold medals at World Championships
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Noemie Fox labels her partnership with older sister Jess a "dream team" after the pair combined for another set of gold medals at the IFC Canoe Slalom World Championships in Oklahoma. 

Car allegedly stolen with 93yo man still in passenger seat
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

A man in his 90s was driven around for an hour and a half after the vehicle he was a passenger in was allegedly stolen outside a regional Victorian hospital.

As The Odyssey smashes box office records, one name is drawing people in
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The Odyssey's director Sir Christopher Nolan has a stellar catalogue. Interstellar, even. But as his new film smashes box office records, is it safe to crown him the new king of Hollywood?

'Sit with them in their grief': Supporting someone who has lost an infant
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Women who have lost children talk about continuing in the wake of such grief, and how people stepped up, or stepped away.

Former Socceroos captain Paul Wade reveals probable CTE diagnosis
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Paul Wade says he wants to share his experience to raise awareness about concussion, repeated head impacts and brain health across all levels of football.

Residents angry as master plan for Sydney suburb narrowly passes
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Once councillor said they were only given days to try to decipher the latest version of the complex plan.

Godzilla actor killed in car crash
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

US investigators say speed was a likely factor in the crash that killed actor Kaylee Hottle, 18.

France approves ban on social media for children under 15
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

French lawmakers have approved a ban on social media access for children under the age of 15

Second teen charged over alleged school arson as campus reopens
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Police have charged a second teenager over an alleged arson attack at a NSW Central West school that closed the grounds on the first day of term three.

Unlawful excavation of river cliff disturbs Aboriginal ancestral remains
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

A cliff site in South Australia's Riverland, home to Aboriginal ancestral remains, has been excavated without authorisation. 

Son's dying wish to see mother play soccer now helps her cope with loss
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

After Spencer Farley was diagnosed with terminal cancer, he asked his mum to start playing soccer. In the 12 months since his death, the game has kept her going.

Melbourne suburbs with 'one way out' where 86pc of people leave for work
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

With only months to the Victorian election, Melton Council is calling on both sides of politics to commit to two new train stations in the fast-growing municipality.

'Massive' drop in tourists this winter hits WA's south
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Despite being an idyllic location for a winter getaway, businesses in WA's Great Southern have recorded a decline in tourists this season.

'She was right at the front door': Husband describes losing wife in house fire
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Leanne Gay Laver and family friend Phillip Gordon died when the house caught alight in the Logan suburb of Kingston.

Spanish chief accuses FIFA boss of 'destroying the football industry'
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

FIFA president Gianni Infantino comes in for more heavy criticism, this time at the hands of La Liga boss Javier Tebas.

$30m biochar facility could help replace coal at Rio Tinto refineries
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Rio Tinto has signed an agreement with an Australian company for a biochar product that could help replace coal used in its emissions-intensive Queensland refineries.



News from the BBC World Service

Burnham pulls back on suggestion to increase income tax allowance
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The new prime minister previously said voters were frustrated over the freeze in tax-free personal allowance.

US renews strikes on Iran as Trump threatens to attack Pickaxe Mountain
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The US president's threat to target a key Iranian nuclear site came ahead of the 11th consecutive night of attacks.

Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Ann Widdecombe was hit on head 21 times with hammer, prosecutors say
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Joshua Kerry, 28, attacked Widdecombe while she was eating lunch at her home in Devon before stealing her wallet, prosecutors say.

More young women in their 20s are getting type 2 diabetes
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

England is seeing "a worrying increase" in women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes, say experts. Here's what to look out for.

'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.

UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.

Judge rules Trump must hand over records sought by BBC in defamation case
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The judge grants a motion to compel the release of files held by the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust.

Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment'
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.

Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.

'Play music loud to remember Ozzy' says Sharon on first anniversary of his death
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Sharon Osbourne shares with the BBC her memories and hopes for the future.

Gruesome images in D4vd hearing are 'worst nightmare' for teen girl's family
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The court hears the singer ordered a body bag, chainsaws and an inflatable pool to dispose of the teen's body.

Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election.

Will AI help you do your job or replace you?
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.

I've got a motorway in my garden - it's my shelter in hot weather
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

It was built over people's homes 60 years ago, but what's it like to live in the shadow of the M4?

Why Iran is risking so much over the Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

None of the choices facing Iran’s leaders offer a clear path to victory, as the conflict with the US continues.

'Burnham's power play' and Widdecombe 'hit 21 times with a hammer'
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The papers are dominated by reports about the former MP's death and the prime minister's first full day in office.

Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more
Posted on Wednesday July 22, 2026

The hearing was disrupted by protests and a shouting match as Hegseth testified at a pivotal time in the war.

Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers for British record transfer fee of £117m
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers is a genuine transfer window shock - so how did they do it and what does it mean for the rest of the squad?

Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.



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