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News from the ABC Australia

Director faces investigations following Mundella collapse
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The collapse of a well-known WA dairy processor and associated companies has left unsecured creditors empty-handed. Now liquidators are set to investigate possible insolvent trading and hundreds of potentially "unreasonable transactions" by the director.

Live: Record number of 'shonks' banned from NDIS
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

A record number of so-called "shonks" have been banned from the National Disability Insurance Scheme this year, the federal government says. Follow live.

Live: Wall Street dips as consumer sentiment slumps, ASX to keep sliding
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Wilting consumer confidence has halted Wall Street's recent rally and the ASX is priced to slide lower again today. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

Aussie star Lani Pallister ends American GOAT's 16-year win streak
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Lani Pallister becomes the first wimmer to beat American Katie Ledecky over 800m at a senior international swim meet as Australia wraps up a glittering Pan Pacific Swimming Championships.

This holiday hotspot soon won't have an emergency department
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Batemans Bay's hospital and emergency department will close next year, despite the NSW South Coast's growing population and the influx of thousands of tourists each holiday season. 

Teens arrested after e-bike chase involving police helicopter
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Six teenagers, the youngest of them 14, have been arrested after allegedly leading police on a chase through the Adelaide CBD.

Licence loss, fines for companies hosting migrants in shoddy housing
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Victorian labour hire companies that house migrant workers in substandard accommodation will risk losing their licence under changes aimed at protecting vulnerable workers.

'Terrifying' moment Sydney couple's home fell 'to bits' in Colombia quake
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The lives of Sydney couple Christian Bitancurt and Ana Maria Chaves, who recently relocated to Colombia, have been uprooted after the magnitude-7.4 earthquake.

What to expect during antisemitism inquiry's final public hearings
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

After taking evidence from hundreds of witnesses and more than 20,000 submissions, the royal commission on antisemitism will now begin its final block of public hearings.

How AI is splitting Australia's education system
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

As fears rise about its impact on students' learning and development, teachers and educators are split on what role AI should play in classrooms.

Man dies after confrontation with police at Melbourne train station
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Police are investigating the circumstances around the death of a 37-year-old man, who died shortly after being arrested at a train station in Melbourne's south-east.

Sam Pang wins gold Logie as Robert Irwin unleashes reptiles
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Sam Pang takes home the gold at the 66th TV Week Logies as Robert Irwin takes over the hosting duties. Here are your key moments. 

What Queenslanders can expect from the weather to start the week
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Only one part of the Queensland coast is expected to avoid passing showers today, while in most inland areas there is a reprieve from high fire danger conditions.

Former ASIO agent says Australians 'deserve to know' what led to Bondi attack
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The former agent, known as Marcus, is seeking to return to Australia to give evidence to the Bondi royal commission in person. 

'It's diabolical': Hopes court reform blueprint will ease victim trauma
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

For victims of family violence, delays in the court process can add another layer of trauma. They are calling for immediate action on a new reform blueprint. 

Pakistan doesn't want the world to know what these people saw
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

After months of an internet and mobile blackout in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir, people on the ground describe scenes of excessive, deadly force by government forces.

Off-grid stories during F1 mid-year break as racing returns
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Formula 1's mid-year hiatus ends this weekend, as the racing series returns to action with the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.

Ukraine targets Moscow and Wildberries warehouse in aerial assault
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Ukraine's strikes against targets across Russia are some of its largest so far, and come as Russian forces carry out attacks on Ukrainian cities. 

Unprecedented penguin vaccine program begins, but is it too late?
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Wildlife officers aim to save a famous penguin colony from bird flu, but the spread of the virus has dealt their plans a significant blow. 

One Nation chasing the pink vote as Barnaby Joyce supports gay people
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

If One Nation genuinely wants to replace the Liberals and Nationals as the dominant force on the right, it needs a broader voter base. That is where the gay vote comes in.



News from the BBC World Service

Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The rare meeting comes a week after Israel rejected Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza.

Russia says at least seven killed in largest Ukrainian attack of 2026
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Moscow also launched deadly strikes against Ukraine overnight, sparking fires across the capital Kyiv.

Five teenagers dead and four injured after car drives on wrong side of motorway
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The collision occurred on on the M9 Northbound at about 03:00 local time on Sunday in County Kildare.

Emergency phone alert put domestic abuse victims at risk, campaigners say
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The alert took many by surprise when it was sent to millions of phones on Friday night - but it may have also put vulnerable people at risk.

Murder inquiry after man bitten by dog dies
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Police appeal for two people who stopped to help the victim in Wakefield to come forward.

Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witch hunt'
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly.

Changing pubs into homes to be made harder under new rules
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy.

Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires break out on Greek island
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

About 200 firefighters worked to keep the fires from converging on Salamina, with one now under control.

Watch moment police arrest wanted man while he slept on roof
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Two police officers suffered minor injuries during the incident, Greater Manchester Police say.

People who fled Stourbridge fires start to return home
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Many families are only just discovering the extent of damage to their homes for the first time.

Four 'extraordinary' Renaissance paintings stolen from Italian museum
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The works were taken overnight without alarms being triggered, raising suspicion of a professional hit.

US women in politics spark conversation on motherhood
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

The White House press secretary quit this week to be with her children, while Democrat Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez said she was freezing her eggs.

What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks?
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Men who have had the procedure can expect 10-20% more girth for the next six to nine months - but it can go wrong.

Friends, finances and finding your feet - advice for this year's freshers
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

BC News asked current students about the worries they had before arriving at university how they overcame them.

The influencers getting bitten while chasing the perfect shark shot
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked.

Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week?
Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026

The BBC’s Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.

Thousands displaced by deadly Indonesia earthquake as rescue efforts continue
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Hundreds of homes and public buildings have been severely damaged with at least 53 people killed.

Soldiers praised for 'phenomenal job' helping crews tackle wildfires
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

About 200 members of the Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment have been involved in the operation.

US commander says mental health a 'priority' on USS Lincoln
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

Adm Brad Cooper acknowledged that navy service at sea for long periods is "uniquely challenging and tough", following a visit to the warship.

One dead, homes swept away after Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii
Posted on Sunday August 16, 2026

A search-and-rescue operation is under way after properties were uprooted from their foundations.



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