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News from the ABC Australia

WA's surrogacy, IVF laws overhauled as legislation passes parliament
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Same-sex couples, single people, transgender and intersex West Australians will be able to access assisted reproductive technology and surrogacy, almost a decade after reforms were first promised.

Australia to provide Ukraine with $95m funding boost
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Australia will provide an additional $95 million in military assistance to Ukraine and slap a fresh round of sanctions on ships believed to be part of Moscow's so-called "shadow fleet".

'Discussions continue' on managing traffic ahead of Fremantle bridge closure
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The WA government could consider limiting truck movements across the Stirling Bridge at peak hour to limit traffic congestion when the Fremantle Traffic Bridge closes, the deputy premier says.

Fuel security warning as Australia's oil reserves fall short of global standards
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

With just two refineries left and 80 per cent of liquid fuel being imported, experts are warning Australia is increasingly vulnerable to global supply shocks.

Thousands had their say — here's the Brisbane 2032 vision
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Believe, Belong, Become — Brisbane 2032 has been unveiled as the official vision for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, shaped by input from more than six thousand Australians who shared their vision for the world's biggest sporting event.

Controversial remote NT rent hikes struck down by High Court
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A remote rent policy that saw some Northern Territory residents slugged with hikes of up to $300 a fortnight has been struck down on appeal by the High Court.

Rafah crossing will open to let Gazans cross into Egypt
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Israeli authorities have announced the Rafah border crossing from Gaza into Egypt will open "in coming days," but only for Palestinians wanting to leave the war-ravaged strip.

Wikipedia's top 20 articles of 2025 sees Charlie Kirk and Trump head the list
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Wikipedia has released the list of the 20 most-read articles on its English-language site for the year.

Luxury cars seized after man allegedly lied about earnings to get home loan
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Ali Jundi was arrested as part of an investigation into the Alameddine crime family, with police alleging he was part of the "Afghan crew".

Hobart's Macquarie Point stadium project set to pass Tasmanian parliament
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A stadium on Hobart's waterfront has gained enough support to pass parliament, after key independents declared on Wednesday they would support the contentious project. 

Footballer and youth worker charged after police drug drop sting
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A regional Victorian footballer and youth worker are facing drug trafficking charges after being caught with a package allegedly containing illegal drugs.

Woman tells court she witnessed beating but did not kill 72yo
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A woman on trial for the alleged murder of 72-year-old Victorian man John Hunter tells the Supreme Court she was present when he was attacked but another person was responsible for his death.

First community-designed, culture-first home arrives in Tennant Creek
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A one-of-a-kind home, designed with the input of Tennant Creek families, has rolled up the Stuart Highway from Adelaide on a convoy of trucks. It is part of a new initiative aiming to transform housing in remote First Nations communities.

Coalition has 'no confidence' social media ban will work under Labor
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says Australia's social media ban will not work under Labor, as the federal government rejects YouTube's claim it will make kids "less safe". 

'Extreme fire danger' forecast across South Australia for Thursday
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The CFS is warning of high fire risk tomorrow with hot and windy conditions forecast, while the BOM has issued a fire weather warning with 'extreme fire danger' for parts of the state.

West Bank attacks escalate during olive harvest
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Palestinian villagers are living in fear, saying that at any time, armed Israeli settlers could descend on them and cause trouble. 

A vote to approve an AFL stadium on Hobart's waterfront will now pass
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A stadium on Hobart's waterfront has gained enough support to pass parliament, after independents Casey Hiscutt, Bec Thomas and Tania Rattray declared they would support the contentious project.

Case against Toyah Cordingley's accused killer 'makes no sense', court told
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Rajwinder Singh, 41, is accused of the 24-year-old's 2018 murder. A trial in the Supreme Court in Cairns is entering its final stages.

Boat found in search for fisherman missing off Albany
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Western Australian authorities search for a man who failed to return from a fishing trip off the Albany coast on Tuesday night.

Papenhuyzen unsure if he'll ever play pro sport again after Storm exit
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Former Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says his future is a "blank canvas" ahead of a break from professional sport that he admits could end up being permanent.



News from the BBC World Service

Nursery worker admits sexually abusing children
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Vincent Chan, 45, admits multiple offences including assault by penetration.

Racism, rape and death threats: One weekend of social media abuse in football
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

More than 2,000 extremely abusive social media posts were sent about managers and players in the Premier League and Women's Super League in a single weekend, a BBC investigation finds.

Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at £192m.

'Carspreading' is on the rise - and not everyone is happy about it
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier.

Crisis looms in Israel over ultra-Orthodox conscription bill
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Lawmakers are considering a draft bill to end the exemption granted to ultra-Orthodox men enrolled in full-time religious study.

Remains of rare seven-arm octopus wash up on Scottish beach
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Arms from the rarely-seen species were discovered at an Aberdeenshire national nature reserve.

King Charles welcomes German president on first state visit in 27 years
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Germany's president will receive a ceremonial welcome from the King and a state banquet in Windsor Castle.

Warning over cosmetic face fillers as scans reveal new details of risks
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.

Trump says he doesn't want Somali migrants in US
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The president says the US will "go the wrong way if we keep taking in garbage into our country".

I was forced into a marriage, then I was beaten by my husband and enslaved by my in-laws
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

"Sara" was told if she left the house, she would be attacked and raped by British people.

Spotify Wrapped: When will it launch, and other questions answered
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The streaming giant gives users a summary of their listening habits every year.

Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal
Posted on Tuesday December 02, 2025

While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.

The village that turns fishing baskets into a colourful Christmas tree
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

For 10 years Ullapool has marked the countdown to Christmas with an unusual festive display.

Where F1 title may be won and lost in three-way fight
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson looks at the key factors that may decide where the 2025 drivers' title is won and lost.

Thailand relaxes afternoon alcohol ban to boost tourism
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The ban was primarily introduced to stop government employees from drinking during work hours.

Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober.

Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of sexual abuse and environmental destruction
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

England and Wales in same 2027 Rugby World Cup group
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

England and Wales are paired up in the pool stages at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Scotland and Ireland also drawn together.

How to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

Elizabeth Rizzini has all the details of how to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025.

Former EU top diplomat Mogherini accused in fraud investigation
Posted on Wednesday December 03, 2025

The inquiry centres on allegations of favouritism in EU funding for a training programme at a school headed by Federica Mogherini.



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