News from the ABC Australia
Teen's murder case delayed after NT's forensic pathologist takes leave Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A 17-year-old boy charged with murdering a man in Tennant Creek in June will have to wait another three months for a crucial piece of evidence after a key witness went on leave, a court has heard.
Woman, 28, found deceased hours after alleged domestic violence assault Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A young woman has been found deceased at a property in suburban Darwin, with her partner in custody over an alleged assault hours earlier.
Remote waterhole live stream a window into secrets of NT desert Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A camera streaming around the clock from a remote Central Australian waterhole is capturing dingoes, wallabies, birds and other wildlife while helping researchers understand how the changing climate is reshaping the desert.
Labor unveils migration cuts targeting students, backpackers and overstayers Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Labor will restrict international student families, cap longer backpacker stays and target visa overstayers as it seeks greater control over migration.
Disgraced MP who fraudulently claimed public money avoids jail Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Former South Australian MP Fraser Ellis has avoided jail for deliberately rorting a parliamentary allowance, but maintains his actions showed a "casualness" or "recklessness" and "certainly not criminality".
Smart glasses in sights of Fringe venue, Adelaide City Council Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
As local governments in parts of Australia introduce bans on smart glasses, an Adelaide city councillor and a prominent Fringe venue are floating the idea of significantly restricting use of the devices in public spaces.
Concern over federal Labor's quiet extension of mandatory income management Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
The federal Labor government has extended its compulsory income management scheme which affects 30,000 Territorians, despite many experts claiming the practice is discriminatory.
WA police officer pleads guilty to assaulting his five-week-old baby Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Nickolas Wayne Peake, 30, pleads guilty in a Perth court after detectives charged him with aggravated common assault.
Australia's population grows by more than 390,000 people in 12 months Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
New data shows Australia's population has grown by 1.4 per cent over the past year.Â
Faster medical examinations for sexual assault survivors under SA reform Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Skilled midwives can now conduct forensic examinations in sexual assault cases to reduce lengthy waits for victim-survivors after SA Health figures showed there were only 12 trained staff in the state.
Can the Reserve Bank swim against the global rising tide of interest rates? Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
There are arguments for and against an interest rate rise in September but there are some very real ways Australia's economy is different to the United States.
Coroner finds no need for inquest into shark attack that killed teen Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Charlize Zmuda, 17, was swimming at Woorim Beach at Bribie Island in February last year when she was attacked.
Controversial youth justice camps to be rolled out in Queensland this year Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Offenders will be based at the regional facilities for up to six months and will be required to wear an electronic monitoring ankle tag.
Callers told no ambulances available almost 17,000 times in Tasmania Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Tasmanians who had rung Triple Zero were told there were no available ambulances nearly 17,000 times in 2025-26, new figures have revealed — around 46 times per day.
Driver accused of murder over bus collision before fatal LA chopper crash Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Bailee Lynn Rios is accused of driving her SUV the wrong way down a busy Los Angeles avenue, running a red light, hitting a vehicle and a public bus, killing at least two people.
'Cinema' expected as rival wingers go to battle one last time Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Robert Toia will have a front-row seat to the last instalment of the tit-for-tat battle between teammate Mark Nawaqanitawase and Ronaldo Mulitalo, and the Sydney Roosters centre is bracing himself for more box-office entertainment.
US Air Force officer faces jail for Trump administration protest Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Major Jason Watson staged a lone protest in uniform on the steps of the Capitol. He could go to jail, lose his pension and his job.
ABC says ACMA finding will have 'chilling effect' on journalism Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
The ABC has rejected a finding by the media watchdog that a Four Corners program on the Australian War Memorial's redevelopment breached impartiality obligations.
Athlete tells court he can't get alleged Alan Jones kiss 'out of my memory' Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A high-profile athlete who claims he was kissed twice by Alan Jones without consent has returned to the ex-radio star's indecent assault and sexual touching trial.
Ed Sheeran, Robert Kraft donate millions for Gaza aid after Macklemore's pledge Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Macklemore had challenged Robert Kraft to match his donation to Palestinian charities after the billionaire stadium owner dropped him from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Palace in war of words with Earl Spencer over claims in Diana book Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The row threatens to overshadow a very crowded day for the royals - with the King and Princes William and Harry all attending events. Bank of England expected to hold interest rates as it faces tough choices Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Forecasts of further rises in the inflation rate mean some analysts expect the Bank to act by the end of the year. New hope for breast cancer patients as life-extending drug now on NHS in England Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Enhertu, which can give patients an extra seven months to live on average, has been prescribed in Scotland for more than two years and is available. Ed Sheeran asked me to donate $2m in aid, Robert Kraft says after Macklemore backlash Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 It comes after Macklemore pledged $1m to Palestinian causes, challenging the tycoon to match the sum. Assad regime planned US journalist Austin Tice's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims. At least seven months of relentless rain needed to end drought, research shows Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Almost 75% of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer. Lena Dunham announces birth of first baby via surrogacy Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The writer and actress announced the birth of her daughter in an op-ed published by Vogue on Wednesday. Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC. US interest rates raised for first time in three years Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut. OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment". 'No doubt' that climate change played role in Nepal-Tibet flood, study finds Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 More than 1,400 people were killed and thousands are missing following the deluge on 26 August. Body found in search for missing three-year-old Noah Woods Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026 Police divers discover child's body in a pond after Noah went missing from a playground on Tuesday. Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction. 'My rent was higher than my student loan' - the booming cost of private halls Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Private student halls are springing up in Scotland's cities in ever increasing numbers yet rents continue to soar. Steve Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment. Mum's Facebook kidney plea prompts 'mind-blowing' gift from total stranger Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 A woman has undergone a lifesaving transplant after receiving a kidney from a stranger who saw her post on social media. Why caffeine makes some people buzz - and others barely notice Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Scientists say it all depend on caffeine habits, lifestyle and one factor we have no control over: our genes. The Papers: King's 'astonishing outburst' and 'heartbreak' after search for missing Noah Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Several of today's papers splash on the Palace's response to Earl Spencer's claim in his upcoming book about his sister Diana. No fire alarms or sprinklers at Pakistan hospital ward where 14 babies died, report finds Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 A firefighter tells the BBC that rescuers had said many doors near the unit were locked, obstructing their route to the babies. Afghan inquiry into alleged SAS war crimes has already cost £58m, MoD figures show Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The inquiry has been running for more than three and a half years but has yet to publish any findings.
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