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News from the ABC Australia

FOI documents show vetting process for NT's controversial Crown representative
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

Months before a furore over his social media posts, documents show the federal government completed background checks on controversial NT Administrator David Connolly.

Police shoot at car amid chaotic night across Melbourne
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

Police are investigating multiple incidents overnight including a drive-by shooting, suspected firebombing and an allegedly violent attack on a tram.

How Indonesian farmers are protecting Australia's $1b citrus industry
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

An Australian-funded project is educating Indonesian farmers about a devastating citrus disease that has spread to all major growing regions except Australia.

'Waiting for Armageddon': Nimbin preppers ready if world goes up in smoke
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

It may not be the end of the world, but these Australians are finding creative ways to beat the cost-of-living crisis and improve their food security in troubled times. 

'Self-belief, respect': Indigenous boxers building strength with David Pocock
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

A Canberra Indigenous-led boxing camp is helping young fighters hone their skills for life inside and outside the ring in its first development camp, continuing a proud tradition of First Nations involvement in the sport.

Walter lost his wife and daughters at Port Arthur. Thirty years on, this is his message
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

On April 28, 1996, a gunman killed 35 people at Port Arthur. Walter Mikac's wife and two daughters were among them. Thirty years on, he says gun control is as important as ever.

Ancient and 'sterile' plant population found, but its location remains a secret
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

A second population of an ancient tree, King's lomatia, has been found in the south-west of Tasmania. A scientist says the precise location must be kept secret, or risk being 'killed by love'.

You can holiday for free at this remote island, but there's a catch
Posted on Sunday April 26, 2026

North West Island is one of five national parks where you can holiday in exchange for campground hosting duties.

Can commercial farming and conservation co-exist?
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

A predator-proof fence at a Victorian farm is helping endangered species recover while proving conservation and agriculture can successfully co-exist.

Ollie Hollands 'in a good space' despite late omission after brother's struggles
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Carlton coach Michael Voss says Elijah Hollands's younger brother Ollie is doing OK despite being a late out for the club's Anzac Day clash with Fremantle.

'Tombstone tourists' keep Australia's oldest surviving European cemetery alive
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Nestled between apartment blocks and opposite an escape room, St John's Cemetery holds many unique stories from history.

Two out of three stolen cars are left with 'some form of hazard' in them
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

'Opportunistic' car thieves are leaving vehicles littered with syringes, weapons and even traps, and in 2025, 77 per cent of vehicles inspected by one contractor had signs of methylamphetamine used at levels harmful to health.

Threatened fish rescued in Victoria's 'most flow-stressed river'
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

A small fish that smells like freshly-cut cucumber could be akin to a canary in the coalmine for one of Victoria's most stressed rivers.

Housing developer Assemble slashes number of promised affordable homes
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Victorian planning authorities will allow Assemble to significantly reduce the number of affordable homes offered at large developments in Melbourne's north by more than half.

Outback post office to stay open thanks to work of local women
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Dirranbandi residents would have faced a two-hour car ride just to post a letter if it weren't for the work of these locals.

Reed to keep starting role after Dragons suffer Anzac Day belting
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Dean Young backs Kade Reed to remain St George Illawarra's halfback even after the Dragons slumped to a 62-16 thrashing in the 20-year-old's highly anticipated NRL debut.

Bitumen standards lowered after supply caught in Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Drivers could soon be travelling on roads built for US and European climates, as supply disruptions force governments to change the standard of bitumen used in Australia. 

Footballer returns to field after 15 days in induced coma
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

A Gippsland footballer who spent 15 days in an induced coma after contracting a rare nerve condition has made a remarkable return to the field.

The delicate task of restoring a century-old red Australian flag
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

A century-old red Australian flag that once led young men on a 100-kilometre march to enlist for World War I now takes pride of place in a museum in Nowra. 

Live: Trump says US envoys waste too much time travelling, cancels Pakistan peace trip
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The US president says there has been "too much time wasted on travelling" by his officials, repeating suggestions the Iranian leadership remains unsettled. Follow live. 



News from the BBC World Service

Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.

Influencer dies days after being hit by car outside Soho nightclub
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, from Essex, dies in hospital after a collision on Argyll Street in Soho.

Woman arrested after two children die in Wolverhampton house fire
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Police said two boys, aged one and three, died at the scene. They confirmed a woman was in custody.

Giuffre family hold vigil to mark anniversary of her death ahead of King's US visit
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Family and supporters of Virginia Giuffre repeated calls for King Charles to meet Epstein survivors.

Woman and child die after getting into difficulty in water at London park
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Police described the incident as "tragic" and said they are working to identify the pair’s next of kin.

Orbán steps down from Hungarian parliament after landslide defeat
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The outgoing prime minister will not take up his seat after leading his party back into opposition.

Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rust
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.

The King faces biggest test of his reign as he heads to visit Trump
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The state visit to the US looks fraught with difficulty - but could be key to rescuing the special relationship.

Rochdale v York City: Their day, until it wasn't - the title decider that had it all
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Two goals in stoppage time and pitch invasions by both sets of fans. The last day of the National League season lived up to its billing.

Loud eaters, people on phones - the bad behaviour plaguing my cinema trip
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Some people are being disruptive in cinemas - despite routine reminders to be considerate to others.

Why bookworms looking for a bestseller are turning to TikTok
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The inaugural top 20 is entirely made up of female authors, with Chloe Walsh appearing most frequently.

Watch: How one orangutan braved new bridge to unite his split community
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The forest where the Sumatran orangutans live has been split by a road.

Key figure in Mandelson vetting row will not appear to give evidence to MPs
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

The Foreign Affairs Committee says Ian Collard will only be giving evidence in writing.

Princess of Wales pays tribute to Anzac war dead
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

She attended a service commemorating Australian and New Zealand troops who died in conflict.

Explosions and gunfire as armed groups launch co-ordinated attacks across Mali
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Witnesses report clashes in the centre and north, in what has been described as the largest jihadist attack in years.

Gladiator Giant claims he was axed from BBC show over girlfriend's job
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Jamie Bigg says he wanted to publicise his relationship and was told he "wouldn't be continuing" on the show.

'Very funny' naked statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones unveiled
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Sir Michael Palin says his fellow Python star Jones would have found the statue "very funny indeed".

Palestinians in West Bank and some in Gaza vote in local elections
Posted on Saturday April 25, 2026

Local elections have been held in the occupied West Bank and in one Gazan city, though Hamas and other groups are not taking part.

Watch: Couple who met on bus take double decker to their wedding
Posted on Monday April 20, 2026

The pair are now married after meeting during their commute last summer.



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