News from the ABC Australia
'Deranged conspiracy': Prince Harry and Meghan slam new book on royals Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Extracts of the new book were published in a newspaper at the weekend, claiming that Queen Camilla once told a friend Meghan had "brainwashed" her husband.
Diaspora delight as irresistible Japan cruises into Asian Cup semis Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Sayoko had never played football, but the Japan women's side inspired her to take up the game. And the Nadeshiko lived up to the hype at Stadium Australia, defeating the Philippines 7-0 on an afternoon of colour and national pride.
Danish royals arrive in Canberra for state dinner on second day of tour Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Danish Queen Mary speaks of the similarities between the two countries as she and her husband King Frederik arrive in Canberra on day two of their Australian tour.
Air and water search for three missing fishermen off SA coast Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Emergency crews are responding after three fishermen were declared missing at Beachport in South Australia's south-east.
Albury councillor announced as Liberal Farrer candidate Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Raissa Butkowski has been selected as the Liberal candidate for the seat of Farrer.
Green records 'nerve-racking' Australian Open win to end 12-year drought Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Hannah Green says her nerves were frayed during her one-stroke victory at the Women's Australian Open in Adelaide.Â
Pilot's body located after helicopter crash in 'dense bushland' Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
NSW Police say the body located after a helicopter crash in north-east NSW is yet to be identified, but they believe it's the 77-year-old pilot.
Body of swimmer found at NSW south coast beach Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Authorities have located the body of a swimmer, a man believed to have been aged in his 20s, at Werri Beach on the NSW south coast.Â
18yo dies, another critically injured after falling from Mount Beerwah Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
An 18-year-old woman has died and an 18-year-old man has been critically injured after falling while climbing Mount Beerwah in the Glasshouse Mountains on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.
Fuel runs out in two north-west Victorian towns Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Robinvale, located about 70 kilometres east from Mildura, ran out of fuel on Saturday evening, while Hattah, to Mildura's south, hit empty on Sunday.
Piastri fails to start again as teenager Antonelli takes maiden win Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Oscar Piastri misses his second start of a Formula 1 grand prix in 2026, as McLaren suffers a double-blow and Mercedes celebrates another victory.Â
'Half their salary cap gone': Knights count cost of win over Manly Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Kalyn Ponga and Dylan Brown are both forced from the field in the first half as the Newcastle Knights ran riot against the Sea Eagles at Brookvale Oval, before the Dolphins storm back from 14-0 down to beat the Titans and become the first Queensland team to win a game this season.
Former NRL star Chris Walker charged with alleged DV offences Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Former Queensland State of Origin player Chris Walker is due to face a Gold Coast court tomorrow after his arrest last night.Â
France wins back-to-back Six Nations titles after last-second penalty Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
After five rounds of matches, the Six Nations Championship comes down to a single penalty in the 83rd minute of the final game — and France emerges as back-to-back champions.
Why some women experience intense negative feelings while breastfeeding Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Anger, dread, anxiety, guilt, worry and disconnect are just some of the feelings described by women who experience breastfeeding aversion response.
Petracca dominates as Suns cruise against Eagles, Demons win thriller against Saints Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
New recruit Christian Petracca is sensational again as Gold Coast smashes West Coast, after Melbourne completes a thrilling and memorable MCG win over St Kilda.
Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell dies aged 64 Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
In a statement on Instagram, his family says he "passed away peacefully following a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation".
Media boss vows to enter rehab following Melbourne assault charge Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
Australian Community Media executive Antony Catalano says he will check into a rehab program immediately after the alleged assault of a woman on Friday night.Â
Race to restore 'raw horsepower' that gave outback motocross club true grit Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
This West Australian mining town once welcomed hundreds of riders to its beloved motocross circuit. But years after the red dirt was last disturbed, the clubhouse and race course have fallen to pieces.
Businesses selling illicit tobacco could be forced to close under new Vic laws Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026
The Victorian government will introduce new laws giving the tobacco licensing regulator the power to shut down businesses caught selling illegal tobacco.
News from the BBC World Service
UK looking at 'any options' to secure key oil route through Strait of Hormuz Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 The energy secretary also hinted at the possibility of sending minesweeping drones to the region. We will intervene on energy bills if necessary, says Miliband Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Oil and gas prices have surged due to the US-Israel war in Iran, with fears over the cost of living. William shares unseen photo of Princess Diana for Mother's Day Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 The Prince of Wales captioned the previously unseen photo: "remembering my mother, today and every day". Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia. Police share details of tattoos as they trace man found dead in bin Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Police issue a description of his distinctive tattoos as their efforts to identify him continue. What to expect and who will win Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Sinners, One Battle After Another and Hamnet will all be vying for Hollywood's highest honour on Sunday. How to watch awards-tipped films Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face One Battle After Another as the awards race heats up. Nominees list in full Posted on Thursday January 22, 2026 This year's list of Oscar nominees includes One Battle After Another, Sinners and Hamnet. An eccentric new friend entered her life. Then things took a strange, expensive turn Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 What began as a dog-sitting favour ended with boutique owner Bridget Hutchcroft being owed more than £1.6m. Sculpting jaws, giving scores: Inside the world of looksmaxxing Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Growing numbers of young men are going to great lengths to achieve what they see as the perfect face. My letter to my dead daughter - after forgiving the man who killed her Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 The mother of Ann Grosmaire, 19, who was shot dead by her boyfriend, explains why she chose restorative justice. The women bringing chess into the 21st Century with 'bullet' matches and viral videos Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Women content creators are helping chess shake its image as an "old man's game" and bring it into the digital age. Banknotes, beavers and a very British backlash Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Politicians are furious Churchill will be replaced on banknotes. The RSPCA wants rats and pigeons to feature. UK must build own nuclear missiles to end reliance on US, say Lib Dems Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Sir Ed Davey is calling on the government to start work on a "fully independent British nuclear deterrent". Kimi Antonelli wins his first Formula 1 race at Chinese Grand Prix Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Kimi Antonelli takes his first Formula 1 victory in leading team-mate George Russell to a Mercedes one-two in the Chinese Grand Prix. Police-style powers to tackle fly-tippers being considered Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 The move would allow officers to search premises without a warrant, seize assets and arrest those suspected of criminality. Israeli forces kill Palestinian couple and two of their children in occupied West Bank Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 Mohammed, aged five, and Othman, aged seven, were killed alongside their parents, the Palestinian health ministry says. Reform council seeks to declare migration emergency Posted on Sunday March 15, 2026 The Reform administration says Kent is "at the forefront of a small-boat invasion". London's Burning actor John Alford dies in prison Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026 The 54-year-old former star of Grange Hill and London's Burning was found dead at HMP Bure in Norfolk. I died and came back to life. Now I just want to feel joy every day Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 Grace Victory says she is more content than ever after spending three months in a coma.
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