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Russia interfered in Brexit referendum, British PM says Posted on Monday October 12, 2026
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says it is important to state for the record that Moscow interfered in the referendum and to warn Germany and France of the danger.
Cow 'Fitbit' helps pastoralists care for newborn calves Posted on Monday October 12, 2026
Modern biometrics and technology, coupled with traditional practice, are helping pastoralists like Kim Forrester keep track of their herds across vast cattle stations.
Trees down, hail fell across Adelaide during storm Posted on Monday October 12, 2026
Damaging winds and hailstones have caused damage across Adelaide overnight, with trees blocking roads and falling onto vehicles.
Neighbours describe explosions as Melbourne tobacco shop burns down Posted on Monday October 12, 2026
Fitzroy North residents say they were woken just before 4am by the sound of explosions, as police investigate a suspicious fire that gutted a tobacco shop.
Environmental watchdog to review new Kimberley gas project Posted on Monday October 12, 2026
Buru Energy has rejected environmental claims their Rafael conventional gas project could be a "Trojan horse for fracking".
Live: Roos and Swans in Blakey standoff, Suns and Hawks complete double-deal Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
North Melbourne's opening offer to Sydney for Nick Blakey is knocked back as the AFL trade period reaches its crucial final days. Follow the live coverage as the AFL trade period continues.
Netanyahu demands probe into soldiers' involvement in Gaza documentary Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Israel's prime minister is demanding a sweeping investigation and prosecution of any soldiers who took part in an explosive documentary about his country's conduct in Gaza.
Man killed in car crash in Victoria's Mallee region Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
A 43-year-old driver loses control of his vehicle and crashes in trees at Watchem West, about 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne.
Three young Australians to perform with Sydney Symphony Orchestra Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Violinist Beatrice Colombis, cellist Charlotte Miles and pianist Dillon Chan have reached the ABC Young Performers Awards Grand Final on November 3 at Sydney Opera House.
YiSSA closes as short-stay residents prepare to be bussed to Batchelor Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Residents at Darwin's biggest short-stay accommodation facility say they feel "like cattle being chased from a station" as the Northern Territory government prepares to bus them 100km to Batchelor.
Time the enemy for Aussies in first Test after Smith's day in Durban Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Australia outguns South Africa in the crucial moments, in particular Steve Smith's incredible catches, but time may prove its toughest opponent in Durban.
Mildura and South Australia connected by bus service after six-year hiatus Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
A bus named after a family Cavoodle is helping reconnect Sunraysia commuters to South Australia.
Ongoing Birdsville Track closure hits outback businesses Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
The outback road has been closed for the majority of the past two years, leaving some outback businesses with no choice but to pause operations.
Key moments that won Bathurst for DJR and left another team in tears Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Here are the major moments from a drama-filled final 36 laps that decided the Bathurst 1000.
Live: Labor minister wants RBA to go further on card surcharges ban Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Labor frontbencher Kristy McBain says the Reserve Bank should remove bank fees for businesses to use point-of-sale machines. Follow live.
Warm spring conditions could give way to thunderstorms and hail in SEQ Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
The weather bureau says up to 50mm of rainfall is possible for parts of the state from Tuesday.
Live: ABC names David Chau as new finance presenter on 7pm news Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
David Chau will present 7pm finance, as Alan Kohler retires. US and European markets made solid gains on Friday, giving the ASX a positive lead for today. Follow live.
Piastri suffers tyre puncture, Verstappen roars to Singapore F1 win Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Oscar Piastri battles to a hard-fought fifth place at the Singapore Grand Prix, helping his McLaren team salvage some pride and useful championship points from an otherwise frustrating weekend at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
Teenagers who disengage with manosphere still fed misogynistic content Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Teenagers have told the ABC that even when they go out of their way to not engage with manosphere content, they are shown misogynistic videos in their social media feeds.
This building will cost more than $1 billion. What do we know about it? Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026
Despite the huge scale of the project, many of the details have been kept secret.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump's 'energy ceasefire' claim welcomed by Zelensky but Russia silent Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Zelensky says Kyiv would support such a truce. Moscow has yet to comment. One killed, 11 injured in second Houthi strike on Riyadh airport in two days Posted on Monday October 12, 2026 The Saudi capital has been hit by multiple attacks from the Iran-backed Yemeni group over the weekend. PM says it is 'clear' Russia interfered with Brexit vote Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 He says voters were not "sufficiently" informed about how foreign actors sought to disrupt UK democracy. Wildlife park remains closed after fatal tiger attack Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after a man entered the tiger enclosure and was fatally attacked on Saturday. Poland detains man suspected of planning assassination of PM Tusk Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Police received credible information about possible attacks against Donald Tusk and his defence minister. DUP MP says her party could help remove O'Neill as first minister over Drumcree row Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Carla Lockhart says unionist voters are angry at Michelle O'Neill over her role in the Garvaghy Road protests. Orangutans released back into Borneo forest after devastating fires Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Rescuers moved the apes after their habitats were threatened by intense wildfires over the summer. Iran war threatens Healey's Budget plans, think tank warns Posted on Monday October 12, 2026 The impact of the Iran war poses significant risks for the government’s spending plans, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says. Children among 139 dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti, UN says Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 The boat was travelling from Djibouti to Yemen with 305 people on board, when it capsized near the port town of Obock on Thursday night. Reform would suspend asylum system for parliamentary term if in government Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 All asylum applications would be rejected and existing ones voided, with all claimants marked for deportation. Buildings swept away as flash floods hit central Nepal Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 A flash flood at the Budhi Gandaki River has swept away several buildings and bridges, two months after catastrophic floods hit the country. Sacha Baron Cohen to star in Quentin Tarantino's West End play Posted on Monday October 12, 2026 The Borat star said he was "beyond delighted" to be working on the show, The Popinjay Cavalier, with the Pulp Fiction director. Could you spot cancer symptoms in children? Posted on Monday October 12, 2026 Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK. AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president Posted on Monday October 12, 2026 Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge. American ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump Posted on Monday October 12, 2026 Many farmers in states that backed the president say they are being hit from all sides, with the crucial midterm elections just weeks away. Riyadh airport attacks another dangerous moment in already tense conflict Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 While the physical damage from Houthi attacks can be quickly repaired, the Saudi reputation for stability is taking a battering. Man City's statement win has feeling of irrelevance with season in limbo Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Manchester City record what they will view as a statement win at Liverpool - but is it a statement that carries any weight during a Premier League season in limbo, asks Phil McNulty? Ukraine strikes Yandex data centre in third attack on Russian tech giant Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations. Poland stabbings driven by online glorification of violence, Tusk says Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 The PM was speaking after violent attacks at Polish schools this week left one dead and others injured. Burnham to release details of Man City meetings Posted on Sunday October 11, 2026 Andy Burnham has faced criticism for comments he made in the wake of Manchester City being found guilty of all charges related to breaches of the Premier League's financial rules.
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