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News from the ABC Australia

New government department to replace another in Tasmanian cost-saving drive
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The Tasmanian government announces it will "transform" an entire department as part of a cost-saving exercise.

The ACT's fiscal situation is dire, but there are no 'easy fixes'
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

An independent economist has laid the blame for the ACT's financial woes at the feet of the government, saying it's "entirely" due to policy decisions. But even he agrees the territory is uniquely challenged in its ability to raise revenue.

Can you ask a neighbour to cut or trim a large tree?
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Whether you're worried about how old mate's tree next door will hold up in the summer storms, or it's just creating more work for you on the weekend, knowing where you stand can be helpful. 

Murder charge downgraded to assault after man dies in Adelaide Hills
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A man has had his murder charge downgraded to an assault charge following the death of a 39-year-old man in the Adelaide Hills.

Man shot dead by police in Brisbane's east
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Police carrying out a welfare check at a home in Tingalpa shot the 21-year-old man after he allegedly made threats against officers while armed with a knife.

Queensland government to scrap three-strike drug diversion
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The changes would allow first-time offenders a single chance to be referred to a drug diversion program with subsequent offending attracting fines or criminal charges.

'Our heart goes out to them': Matildas star lauds Iran players' bravery
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The Matildas are expressing their sympathy while sharing a hotel with Iran's players ahead of this week's crucial Asian Cup clash.

Police rejected reviewing Kelly Wilkinson case before murder, inquest hears
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Queensland Police rejected a request to review a protection order for Gold Coast mother-of-three Kelly Wilkinson a week before she was brutally murdered by her estranged husband, a coronial inquest has heard.

Tina Arena, Ngaiire reimagine Sia's Unstoppable to honour blood donors
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Music artists Tina Arena and Ngaiire have reimagined Sia's Unstoppable while opening up about how life-saving donated blood brought them back from the brink of serious illness.

Girls' school not hit but 'mistakes' happen in war, Israel's ambassador says
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Israel's new ambassador to Australia seeks to discredit the United Nations by claiming the country "can't take them seriously".

Less than 1pc of prison strip searches find contraband, report finds
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A report based on data from prisons across the country has found the majority of strip searches in prisons do not find contraband. The authors of the study are calling for an end to what they say is a traumatising and degrading practice.

Alleged triple murderer's court proceedings halted as search continues
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Criminal proceedings against alleged triple murderer Julian Ingram grind to a halt as the five-and-a-half-week-long search for the 37-year-old continues. 

Ex-MP used fake name to 'manipulate a child', sexual assault trial told
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Rory Amon's sexual assault trial nears a conclusion, with the Crown prosecutor saying the complainant's evidence was believable, plausible, consistent and resilient in the face of cross-examination.

Canberra teen found not guilty of manslaughter over fatal crash
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A teenage boy accused of driving a stolen vehicle which crashed, killing another teen outside the prime minister's home in Canberra almost two years ago, is found not guilty of manslaughter.

Farmers hit 'ambitious' $100b target years ahead of schedule
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The value of Australia's farming produce is tipped to reach its "ambitious" $100 billion target this financial year, but experts warn the value could dip again in the face of trying trade and seasonal conditions.

Man jailed for unprovoked attack that killed elderly postmaster
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Troy Maskell is sentenced to seven years and nine months' prison after a retrial found him guilty a second time of manslaughter over the death of regional Victorian postmaster John Burke.

What does the war in the Middle East mean for Aussie travellers?
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Travel chaos continues to impact Australians as a result of ongoing airspace closures across the Middle East. Here's the latest updates for Aussie travellers.

Video of teens catching critically endangered shark sparks probe
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

At least one grey nurse shark is dead and others have been injured by fishers on the NSW Central Coast.

Scott welcomes Bruhn return after 'egregious injustice' of rape charge
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Geelong coach Chris Scott confirms Tanner Bruhn will play his first AFL game in 17 months after being sidelined due to rape and intentional sexual touching charges.

Armed man shot dead by police in Sydney after two women assaulted
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Police were called to a unit in inner Sydney after an armed man entered the building and assaulted two women.



News from the BBC World Service

Chris Mason: Starmer at odds with Trump in biggest disagreement yet
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The prime minister told MPs that the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies".

Texas Trump supporters react to US strikes on Iran
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

As voters in the state prepare to vote in Tuesday's primary elections, we asked what they make of the events unfolding in the Middle East.

Jeremy Bowen: Three days in, we still have no idea where this war is heading
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

It's hard to predict how the war will end - but those fighting know how they would like it to.

What is behind the strategy to take out Iran's leadership?
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Security analyst Gordon Corera looks at what is likely to happen after much of Iran's most senior leadership is killed.

In maps: Strikes across Iran and the Middle East
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Iranian strikes on targets across the Middle East and Gulf regions continued on Monday after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran killing the country's supreme leader.

I can understand why women don't trust the police, says Met chief on Sarah Everard anniversary
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

On the five-year anniversary of Everard's murder, Sir Mark Rowley insists rebuilding trust in the force will take time.

'Deeply misleading' school talks compared student loans to £30 phone contracts
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Graduates hired to deliver the presentations a decade ago were told to avoid using words like "debt".

Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.

One of UK's richest men wants German citizenship over 'hostility' to Jews
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The billionaire says "anti-semitism is always in the air".

Melania Trump chairs UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict amid Iran strikes
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

It is the first time the spouse of any world leader has presided over a UN Security Council meeting.

'I've given up on working in hospitality. The £15,000 pay isn't worth the stress'
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement.

On another key day for Rachel Reeves, what might she be saying in her Spring Statement?
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.

The Papers: 'Operation epic chaos' and Trump 'very disappointed in Keir'
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The papers are dominated by conflict across the Middle East for the third day in a row.

Jacinda Ardern's move to Australia renews spotlight on New Zealand's brain drain problem
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

New Zealand has long struggled to keep its best and brightest with about 180 Kiwis leaving a day.

Anglican divisions deepen as rebel clerics pick rival to first female leader
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Conservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

Woman's 'emotional' reunion with river rescuer
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Steven Ballard came forward as the fisherman who rescued Alexandra and her dog Snickers from the River Trent.

Tour or residency? Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice on live music debate
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Some fans have been left upset after some of the world's biggest acts - including Harry Styles and Ariana Grande - chose to concentrate their upcoming shows in big cities.

Trump's Iran endgame unclear after mixed messaging on war aims
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The US president laid out some of his objectives on Monday, but made no mention of what Iran's future might look like after the war.

Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.

Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure during military conflicts.



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