News from the ABC Australia
Sisters of officer killed by Dezi Freeman to sue Victoria Police Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson's sisters plan to launch legal action against Victoria Police over his death. They also say they felt "abandoned" by police after their brother's death.Â
Changing genders wasn't going to change how I felt about Kate Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
Kate could see her husband was miserable as a man and says she couldn't watch Marti be unhappy.Â
All WA regional stations must report fuel prices from May as FuelWatch scheme expands Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The FuelWatch reporting scheme is being expanded to all regional fuel stations in Western Australia, with about 200 additional retailers required to report their fuel prices.Â
Walsh facing up to six weeks on sidelines with fractured cheekbone Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The Brisbane Broncos are dealt a massive blow in their NRL premiership defence, with Reece Walsh set for a lengthy stint away from the game.
Motorists urged to dob in service stations over fuel price hikes Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The NSW government fast-tracks a compliance blitz to strengthen fuel price transparency and protect motorists from misleading pricing.Â
Artemis crew enter day four with plans to take manual control of spacecraft Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The Artemis astronauts have been taking a moment to look back at Earth as they continue deep into space toward the Moon.
WA's record for heaviest pumpkin broken Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
A pumpkin grown in Albany has beaten the previous WA record for heaviest pumpkin by nearly 60 kilograms.
'Where there's a will there's a way': Thousands flock to National Folk Festival Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The lure of a lively celebration of folk art outweighs concerns about the cost of fuel for thousands travelling to Canberra for the 60th National Folk Festival.Â
Australian helps Oxford end women's Boat Race drought Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
Competing for Oxford in the historic women's Boat Race for a fourth time, Australia's Annie Anezakis finally tastes victory.Â
'Amazing' breakthrough as rare bird relearns its lost 'love song' Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
There are only about 250 regent honeyeaters left in the wild, and they have been losing their unique call, mimicking other birds instead. Conservationists say they are now successfully teaching young birds their traditional song.Â
Brazilian admits to 'fan-girling' during win over Gilmore at Bells Beach Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
Luana Silva is overwhelmed to defeat one of her idols, Australia's eight-time world champion Stephanie Gilmore, in the first round.
After NT spent 'ridiculous' millions on aircraft, operations move offshore Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
A modern version of a 1960s-era aircraft that can land on sea and snow was meant to be built in NSW, and then in the NT. But years later it still hasn’t taken off.
Three dead, two critical in spate of crashes on Queensland roads Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The state's road toll for 2026 is at least 80, compared to 59 by April 1 last year.Â
'Chock-a-block' cemetery means non-Catholics have no grave options Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026
The Anglican church in a small northern Tasmanian town has exhausted all its cemetery space after selling off land to accommodate new social and affordable housing.Â
The 'quiet details' shared by two artists working 50 years apart Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
The new exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery brings together the work of two Australian artists working nearly half a century apart, and asks visitors to find the sparks connecting them.
Sunk twice and refloated in flood, restoration begins on paddleboat Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
A century-old wooden paddleboat sitting on the banks of an outback river has quite the story to tell, and a restoration will ensure its journey continues.
Lomax facing 'hell of an introduction' after Force debut is delayed Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Injury delays Zac Lomax's professional rugby debut, but the Force may have no choice but to throw their star recruit in the deep end when they next face Fijian Drua.
Fuel prices force commute changes, as food becomes 'privilege' for some Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
A growing number of Australians are factoring rising fuel costs into a tightening budget, including seeking cheaper alternative transport, with one charity warning the flow on effects of the crisis are causing household stress for many families.
After initial backlash, how do locals feel about the 'Blue Blob' now? Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Cast in Blue has been the subject of criticism, ridicule and even vandalism over the past 10 months, but Mount Gambier's community has begun to embrace it.
For 20 years, this group has used food to connect people living alone Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
At a community house just outside of Brisbane, people living alone come together and turn donated food into gourmet meals.
News from the BBC World Service
US and Iran trade threats to unleash 'hell' as search for missing US airman continues Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Iran rejected Donald Trump's ultimatum for a deal to re-open the Strait of Hormuz whose closure has led to a spike in oil prices. Storm Dave brings 'disruptive' winds to parts of UK Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Yellow wind warnings cover parts of all four UK nations, with the storm sweeping eastward overnight. 'Something we have never seen before': Artemis II crew describe far side of Moon Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon. AI videos fuel rhetoric as Orbán bids for four more years in Hungary Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Videos have targeted Viktor Orbán's election rival, who could unseat him after 16 years in office. German men under 45 may need military approval for long stays abroad Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Under the law, travel approvals must generally be granted and it remains unclear how the rule would be enforced if breached. Archbishop to pray for Middle East peace in first Easter sermon Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Dame Sarah Mullally will call for an 'end to the violence and destruction' before a congregation in Canterbury. Is season running away from frazzled Arsenal? Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Arsenal must regroup after their hopes of a quadruple were wrecked in two weeks by successive defeats for the first time this season. ICE wanted to build a detention centre - this small farming town said no Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Residents say they support the administration's immigration agenda - but not its plans to build a detention centre in their backyard. Streetwear and crop tops take World Cup fashion to new heights Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Inspired by football culture on and off the pitch, this year's kit collections mix archive classics with streetwear staples.
Apple at 50: Three products that changed how we live - and three that really didn't Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 On the tech giant's 50th year, we ask analysts to give their top three Apple successes and misses How will rising fuel costs affect driving lessons? Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 Two bodies which represent driving instructors have sent letters to the UK government. Our new reality show leaves nothing out Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 The couple say "nothing is off limits" in a new documentary which follows their pregnancy and parenthood journey. Trump's 'hellfire ultimatum' to Iran and 'PM slams Kanye gig' Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 The ongoing US-Israeli war against Iran and a Kanye West gig are top stories in the papers this Sunday. Bus or Lime bike? New subscription heats up the race for a cheaper commute Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 How we travel to work in cities might be changing as e-scooter and e-bike fares become cheaper than traditional public transport. Search for missing airman presents serious test for US Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran. Rescue team in Iran face 'harrowing and dangerous' search for US crew member Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 A former US marine tells the BBC the priority of any recovery team would be to look for signs of life. What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The pilot of the downed jet has been safely rescued, but a search and rescue operation is still under way for the jet's second crew member, US media reports. Fourth suspect arrested over Jewish charity ambulance arson attack Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Three men charged following the attack appeared at court this morning, and have since been remanded in custody. US says it has arrested relatives of late Iranian ​general Qasem ​Soleimani Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The niece and grand-niece of Qasem Soleimani are in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials said. Cambodia unveils statue to honour famous landmine-sniffing rat Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026 The statue honours the late African giant pouched rat who sniffed out more than 100 landmines during his lifetime.
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